The Lodge at Sunspot
Great food, drinks, and views at 10,700 ft
Great food, drinks, & views at 10,700 Feet
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| Closed | Reopening winter 2026 |
Location
On - mountain, at the top of the Gondola
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Located at the top of the Gondola, The Lodge at Sunspot offers panoramic views of the Continental Divide, easy access to some of your favorite terrain, and extraordinary dining at 10,700 ft! Join us every day for lunch or a midday snack and drink.
On Thursdays - Saturdays, stick around from 4 - 8pm for Mountaintop Après, featuring live music, food and drink specials, and alpenglow views all inside a cozy ski lodge atmosphere.
A lift ticket or Scenic Gondola ticket is required to access the Gondola to get to Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge, except during Mountaintop Happy Hour. 26/27 season passes and lift tickets, and scenic gondola tickets all provide access.
The Lodge at Sunspot and the Gondola are wheelchair accessible. Please ask a lift attendant for assistance when loading the Gondola if you are unfamiliar with loading procedures.
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On Thursdays - Saturdays, stick around from 4 - 8pm for Mountaintop Après, featuring live music, food and drink specials, and alpenglow views all inside a cozy ski lodge atmosphere.
A lift ticket or Scenic Gondola ticket is required to access the Gondola to get to Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge, except during Mountaintop Happy Hour. 26/27 season passes and lift tickets, and scenic gondola tickets all provide access.
The Lodge at Sunspot and the Gondola are wheelchair accessible. Please ask a lift attendant for assistance when loading the Gondola if you are unfamiliar with loading procedures.
 | Ikon Pass and Winter Park Season Pass holders receive up to 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages. Show pass at time of purchase. Learn More |
Sunspot FAQ
Q: How do I get to The Lodge at Sunspot?
A: Guests will take the Gondola to get to The Lodge at Sunspot. A lift ticket or Scenic Gondola ticket is required to access the Gondola, except during Mountaintop Après. Winter Park Season Pass and Ikon Pass are valid lift tickets. Scenic Gondola tickets are recommended for guests who are not skiing / riding.
Q: Is the Gondola wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes, The Lodge at Sunspot and the Gondola are wheelchair accessible. Please ask a lift attendant for assistance when loading the Gondola if you are unfamiliar with loading procedures. Please note, there is a short unpaved distance from the top of the Gondola to the entrance to the Lodge at Sunspot.
Q: Where do I park to access Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge?
A: To access Sunspot, guests must ride the Gondola. The closet parking to the Gondola is in the Village Parking Garage. This is a paid lot and a short walk. View our parking map and base map here.
Q: Are reservations required?
A: No, reservation are not required to dine at Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge. Except when there is a special event such as Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Q: Is the Gondola ever free?
A: Yes, the Gondola is free during Mountaintop Après. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4-8pm. The last ride up the Gondola is at 7pm. All events are subject to change.
A: Guests will take the Gondola to get to The Lodge at Sunspot. A lift ticket or Scenic Gondola ticket is required to access the Gondola, except during Mountaintop Après. Winter Park Season Pass and Ikon Pass are valid lift tickets. Scenic Gondola tickets are recommended for guests who are not skiing / riding.
Q: Is the Gondola wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes, The Lodge at Sunspot and the Gondola are wheelchair accessible. Please ask a lift attendant for assistance when loading the Gondola if you are unfamiliar with loading procedures. Please note, there is a short unpaved distance from the top of the Gondola to the entrance to the Lodge at Sunspot.
Q: Where do I park to access Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge?
A: To access Sunspot, guests must ride the Gondola. The closet parking to the Gondola is in the Village Parking Garage. This is a paid lot and a short walk. View our parking map and base map here.
Q: Are reservations required?
A: No, reservation are not required to dine at Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge. Except when there is a special event such as Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Q: Is the Gondola ever free?
A: Yes, the Gondola is free during Mountaintop Après. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4-8pm. The last ride up the Gondola is at 7pm. All events are subject to change.
THANKSGIVING Dinner
November 26, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an elevated dinner at Sunspot. Ride the Gondola to our mountaintop lodge and gather with family and friends for a festive buffet featuring a full spread of savory classics and sweet seasonal treats. Don't forget to take in the expansive views of the Continental Divide while you celebrate the holiday season. Reservations are required.
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November 26, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an elevated dinner at Sunspot. Ride the Gondola to our mountaintop lodge and gather with family and friends for a festive buffet featuring a full spread of savory classics and sweet seasonal treats. Don't forget to take in the expansive views of the Continental Divide while you celebrate the holiday season. Reservations are required.
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Christmas Eve Dinner
December 24, 2026 | 1:00bpm - 5:00 pm
Make this Christmas Eve one to remember with a festive buffet at our mountaintop lodge. Ride the Gondola to Sunspot and enjoy a cozy, elevated dining experience featuring a full spread of seasonal favorites - savory, sweet, and everything in between. With panoramic views, holiday ambiance, and time will spent with those you love, it's the perfect way to savor the season. Reservation are required.
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December 24, 2026 | 1:00bpm - 5:00 pm
Make this Christmas Eve one to remember with a festive buffet at our mountaintop lodge. Ride the Gondola to Sunspot and enjoy a cozy, elevated dining experience featuring a full spread of seasonal favorites - savory, sweet, and everything in between. With panoramic views, holiday ambiance, and time will spent with those you love, it's the perfect way to savor the season. Reservation are required.
Reserve Your Spot
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Mountaintop Après
Load the Gondola for free for Mountaintop Aprés on select Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning mid - December, from 4-8pm and soar over spruce trees, peek an alpenglowing Parry Peak and cozy up in The Lodge at Sunspot comfort with a cocktail, live music, and good company.
The Lodge At Sunspot is your kickoff to adventure
