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The trouble with ski hotels, all too often, is that the majesty of the mountain setting seems to tempt hoteliers into taking the easy way out. You can’t compete with nature, so why even try? Happily it’s an attitude that’s by no means universal these days — the proprietors of Park City’s Washington School House, for one, suffer from no such affliction.
Here the natural environment, sublime as it is, is only complemented by a thoughtfully conceived built environment. Yes, it’s a 19th-century schoolhouse, but rustic cutesiness is far from the dominant tone. These twelve rooms and suites vary in style, but they’re all stylish, and all cleanly focused, so that antique elements, from aged hardwood floors to classic Europe-via-Rockies furnishings, are given their proper space against a simple white backdrop.
On top of all that, the Washington School House might just be the intimate little boutique hotel Park City needs. There’s something to be said for the rowdy fun of the ski resorts, but there’s also something to be said for a hotel that’s small enough that you could conceivable know all the guests by name. And sacrifices in the name of small size are minimal — there’s an outdoor pool, a private chef, in-room massage by appointment, and it’s all walking distance from Park City’s in-town ski lift.
How to get there:
Washington School House Hotel (two blocks from Park City's town lift) is a 45 minute drive from Salt Lake International Airport and Million Air Jet center.
- 12 Rooms
- Style: Contemporary Classic
- Atmosphere: Quiet
- 1 Guest Review
- Washington School House Hotel
- 543 Park Ave
- Park City, UT, USA
Hotel amenities and services
- 24 hour concierge
- Free wi-fi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Shopping area nearby
- Spa treatments (on request)
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1 Guest Review
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Daniel
- Stayed March 2013
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
My girlfriend and I stayed at The Washington School House last weekend and we were blown away. The staff was lovely, accommodating beyond the call of duty and very knowledgeable about the area. The attention to detail, from the handwritten note that greeted us upon arrival to the copy of Thoreau's "The Natural History Essays" left on the covers with turn-down service, made it feel like a very special and thoughtfully curated experience, thanks again to the charming staff. The space itself struck a successful chord between clean modernity and traditional warmth. White is the dominant color on walls, sheets and floral arrangements, but it is offset by rustic worn hardwood floors, antique furnishings and edison-bulb lighting. The breakfast, a full brunch menu prepared with local ingredients, was excellent. Though I was reluctant to do anything other than ski-in-ski-out lodging, the two block walk to the Town Lift was practically equivalent, and being in town meant we were mere blocks from the best restaurants and shops in Park City. The Washington School House is a real gem in a town full of excellent hospitality options.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
