Keystone Welcomes New Luxury Slopeside Lodging with Kindred Resort
Keystone Resort – the largest ski resort in Summit County, Colorado – has long been a favorite year-round haven for adventure seekers and, of course, skiers and riders. Located about 90 minutes from Denver on I-70, Keystone is perched at 9,280 feet with its soaring summit at 12,408 feet, with the bustling River Run Village at its feet, with plenty of shopping, gourmet restaurants, cafés and bars to choose from.
This Rocky Mountain getaway boasts 21 lifts and 140 runs – the longest is 5.63 km – spread across its expansive terrain. And this season, Keystone expands its offerings with the much-anticipated opening of a new hotel complex at its base.
What makes Keystone special?
A variety of trails
Keystone’s three interconnected peaks – Dercum Mountain, Outback and North Peak – offer a fantastic mountain experience for summit seekers and outdoor lovers of all ages, with large terrain parks, groomed trails, glade skiing and challenging runs for thrill-seekers, although not the extreme steeps seen at nearby resorts like Arapahoe Basin or Breckenridge. The mountain also has the largest night skiing operation in the state, with 15 lighted trails, attracting skiers and snowboarders wanting to extend their ski day.
Snow much fun
Families can enjoy ski or board lessons, and terrain for every ability, along with fantastic activities like sleigh rides, a dedicated kid zone, tubing mountain and Adventure Point, which has family-friendly programming during the day and in the evening.
One must-do winter wonderland highlight is taking the River Run Gondola to the top of Dercum Mountain to play at The World's Largest Mountaintop Snow Fort. Each year, this snow and ice structure becomes a magical playground featuring caves, sculptures and a free kid-friendly tubing hill running right through the fort. Hungry after all that winter fun? Pop over to Summit House to grab breakfast, lunch, snacks or hot chocolate to keep you powered up for the rest of your day.
Year-round enjoyment
There’s plenty to do at Keystone during the summer months, too – from cycling, hiking and fishing to relaxing boating excursions on the man-made lake, there’s an adventure around every corner. Golfers will enjoy the two-high-altitude golf courses, while special signature events like the Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival, the Bacon and Bourbon Festival, the Keystone Wine & Jazz Festival, and the Peaks and Beats series will appeal to music lovers of all ages.
Introducing Kindred Resort: Here’s why you’ll love it
New this season is the sleek luxury property, Kindred Resort – Summit County’s first ski-in, ski-out slopeside experience. The 365,000-square-foot complex – which opens in winter 2025/2026 – is the first major development in Keystone’s River Run Village in 20 years and sets a new standard in alpine hospitality.
The project features an upscale 107-room hotel operated by Vail Resorts’ RockResorts, two condominium towers with 95 one- to four-bedroom residences, a full-service spa, a large lobby bar, a pool deck with outdoor firepits, lawn games and hot tubs overlooking the mountain, plus three restaurants – including Keystone’s first sushi spot, Kinji. Best of all, everything is just steps from the River Run Gondola.
Families will enjoy the multi-room residences at this property, while weekenders from Denver are expected to flock here to splurge on a lodging experience. Kindred was designed to bring people together and put them closer to the action and to each other. Inviting social spaces are the perfect way to cap off a fabulous day on the mountain, with amenities that make it easy to unwind and relax throughout the new property.
Property Amenities at Kindred Resort
- A slopeside heated outdoor pool
- Two large hot tubs
- A comfy courtyard with fire pits
- A full-service day spa and salon
- A fully equipped fitness centre
- Ski valet with equipment delivery
- A fun kids’ club
- Pet-friendly rooms
- Three on-site restaurants and a lobby lounge/bar
- Kindred Club (signature membership)
- Complimentary shuttle service to surrounding village
What to Expect on and Off the Slopes at Keystone
Work up an appetite after your mountain adventure? Keystone’s 16 dining options will please every taste. Here are a few to choose from:
• Labonte's Smokehouse BBQ
• Timber Ridge Lodge
• River Course Grill
• Lakeside Café
• Ski Tip Lodge
Some of the best ways to enjoy Keystone go beyond skiing and boarding. Grab the family for a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the stunning Soda Creek Valley while you sip hot cider. Head to Mountaintop Tubing Hill for a heart-pumping ride down the muti-lane hill.
Discover more than 17 kilometers of groomed trails for skate skiing or snowshoeing, plus access to 40 kilometers of backcountry trails through the White River National Forest. There are guided tours through the winter season, too. Enjoy a scenic gondola ride to the peak of Dercum Mountain for show-stopping views at 11,640 feet. Or head to the Dercum ice skating rink in River Run Village to glide under the stars and sit around the fire with snacks and cocoa.
For the ultimate pampering experience, head to the Alpenglow Spa at the Keystone Lodge & Spa, which offers a wide range of relaxing or recharging services, including:
• massage therapy
• couples’ massage
• wet room with Vichy shower
• body treatments
• facials
• manicures and pedicures
• sensory deprivation salt float tank
• indoor and outdoor hot tubs
• eucalyptus steam room
• dry sauna
• heated outdoor pool
Unforgettable mountain getaways for the whole family
Guests who love carving through fresh powder, experiencing a huge variety of activities and adventures, indulging in award-winning cuisine and sleeping in elegant accommodations will find all this and more at Keystone Resort in the Colorado Rockies.
Planning a memorable trip to Keystone, Colorado? The Lodging Company will help you find the perfect lodging to fit your style, group size, and budget. Our expert Travel Consultants will guide you through all the details for your customized adventure, including lift tickets, rental equipment, shuttles, and lessons. Visit our booking page or call us at 1-888-676-9977.
Wendy Helfenbaum is an award-winning journalist based in Montreal. She writes about travel and lifestyle for many publications, including CAA, Costco Connection, Porter Airlines, and many more.