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Illuminate your winter escape at Telluride’s hottest new destination.
written by Monica S. Geraci | Photography courtesy of Lumière


Get lost in sophisticated style this winter season and find yourself at Lumière, an alluring boutique hotel intimately nestled amid the majestic mountain vistas of Telluride, Colorado.

This prestigious ski getaway is the newest hot spot in the heart of Mountain Village, perched 9,500 feet above sea level. Offering a five-diamond level of personalized service, Lumière has a perfect ski-in, ski-out access location, eliminating all barriers between you and the snow.

Encompassed by the captivating backdrop of the San Juan Mountains, it’s an exclusive destination that will awaken your inner adventurer and immerse you in awe-inspiring

Your arrival begins with a gracious welcome from a “personal stay attendant,” whose goal is to make you feel like distinguished royalty by granting your every wish and ensuring constant bliss. Complimentary wine, an array of artisan cheeses, ski valet, twice-daily housekeeping service using a “green” collection of cleaning products and overnight ski tuning? are just a few of the signature services that can be expected at this unique, opulent hideaway. An Eden of tranquility, Lumière offers the perfect antidote to stress and sensory overload.

You can choose from over 30 rooms, including studio suites, one- to three-bedroom residences and up to four-bedroom penthouses. Each is finely embellished with a sophisticated style that defines the brand aesthetic. For a larger group, an elegant private home adjacent to the hotel — The Tower at Lumière — provides over 7,500 square feet of living space. There are many extravagant amenities to enjoy in the luxuriantly warm atmosphere of The Tower, including a private elevator, home theater and pool table.

The Zen-like ambience is inspired by the essence of nature and nurtures a feeling of deep calm while elements of wood, stone and subtle earth tones awaken the soul. The abundance of state-of-the-art technology enhances your sensory pleasure, with a powerful focus on lighting throughout and an array of luminous fixtures that can be dimmed to suit your mood.

After your return from a day of conquering the champagne powder slopes, heaven awaits you in your room, where there is a plethora of amenities to relish in: L’Occitane natural bath and body products, a steam shower, oversized soaking tub, radiant floor heating, gourmet kitchen, gas fireplace, a flat-panel television and crisp surround sound. The seven-layer bed with Egyptian cotton linens ensures a divine sleeping experience. Step onto your private balcony in a plush bathrobe and slippers to gaze out at the splendor of the terrain.

Savor a spa treatment from one of Lumière’s top-notch massage therapists, the perfect remedy for getting acclimatized to the altitude and gratify sore muscles after an active day. Try a Longevity Organic Mud Wrap, a lavish application of organic black moor mud and essential pine needle oil; the Youth Recovery Facial with pure caviar; or the hot chocolate bath served with exotic hot chocolate and Telluride Truffle.

The relaxing décor is flawlessly themed throughout, making you feel as if the entire hotel is an extension of the Utopia of your hotel room. You can go downstairs to the Little Bar at Lumière and enjoy freshly prepared sushi and homemade cocktails, or enjoy moments in one of the hot tubs just a few steps away on the patio. The Little Bar offers an ultrachic haven for lasting memories après ski and a great place to satisfy your craving for a European breakfast to nourish yourself for an exciting day.

With the highest concentration of 14,000–foot peaks in North America, the San Juan Mountains are home to some of the most sought after backcountry skiing and riding on the continent. Telluride’s free gondola is your main source of transportation, and it’s just a short walk from Lumière. The first of its kind, the gondola is an innovative, technological advancement creating a unique, hassle-free experience. The $16 million public transit system eliminates the need for a car during your vacation and reduces the amount of air and noise pollution. An exciting 13–minute ride gently and quietly transports you high over pristine aspen tree forests and glistening snow to the town of Telluride from Mountain Village. All slopes are accessible from the gondola from 7 a.m. until midnight.

Telluride has earned a legendary reputation. There are infinite ideal winter excursions to choose from: ice climbing in the world-famous Ouray Ice Park, winter fly fishing, classic winter ice skating in both Telluride and Mountain Village, dog sledding, glider riding above the slopes, and mountain tours for skiers and snowboarders. You can also snowshoe through alpine forests or have a sleigh ride dinner under the stars. There is something for everyone to create an unforgettable vacation experience.

A perfect blend of Old World charm and modern opulence, Telluride offers endless world-class summer and winter recreation opportunities for beginners and seasoned experts. Discerning travelers seeking a paradise of powder are drawn to this winter wonderland of prestigious slopes, and Lumière provides its guests with an experience thatmirrors Telluride’s grandeur with unsurpassed attention to detail.

Graced with beauty that energizes the soul, Lumière is a place to celebrate, reconnect with nature and rediscover serenity. You might wonder if you deserve to be decadently indulged in so much warmth, comfort and tranquility. The answer is yes.

Lumière 118 Lost Creek Lane, Telluride
For more information, visit www.lumierehotels.com or call 1.866.530.9466.

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