Mud Season Deals to Please Your Mind, Body, and Wallet

Always wanted to score a stay at the Four Seasons? With these offseason deals, now might just be your chance.
If you’re already sick of the color brown and nostalgic for winter days filled with awkward chairlift rides and purgatory-tight/cold ski boots, there is a silver lining. Let your legs – and your wallet – rest and recharge with the best hotel deals in the valley. In addition to discounted rates for vacations and staycations on lodging around the valley, there are plenty of promotions happening this mud season that will keep you satiated until summer finally arrives and warms your soul.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences, Vail Village
For locals – those that call Eagle, Summit, Pitkin, and Garfield counties home – the Four Seasons is offering a Staycation Package from April 28 to May 21, with nightly rates starting at $150. Not a local? Don’t fret – there’s still lots of Four Seasons love to go around. Start your trip off right with a Swedish, Sports, or Advanced Therapeutic 50-minute massage at the only Forbes Five-Star Spa in the Vail Valley between April 24 and June 1 for $125. Other spa treatments are available for 25 percent off as well, just be sure to mention the offer when booking. Cap off the experience with happy hour at The Remedy, which will be pouring draft beers and wine by the glass for 50 percent off from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily, or splurge – on a budget – on Flame’s decadent prix fixe dinner special at $81.50 (get it?!) for two, happening every Friday and Saturday through off-season. fourseasons.com, 970-477-8600

The Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch is a secluded spot for some offseason r and r.
The Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch, Beaver Creek
Give those legs a chance to relax postseason – or at least now through May 20 – with The Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch’s Mountain Mindfulness Package. Starting at $379 a night, treat yourself to the Ritz-Carlton Spa’s signature treatments, a visit for two to the Oxygen Bar, free valet parking, a group yoga class, and a choice of scheduled recreational activities – just don’t forget to pack your raincoat and wellies. ritzcarlton.com, 970-748-6200
Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Beaver Creek
Now through May 17, enjoy the sweet perks of Westin’s Suite Savings; score a stay in a two-bedroom suite for the price of a one-bedroom suite. The Westin's award-winning Spa Anjali is also offering discounted rates on signature services; book a 50-minute massage or facial for $125, or get the ultimate treatment with a 75-minute massage or facial for $155. westinriverfrontbeavercreek.com, 970-790-6000

The lobby at The Sebastian.
The Sebastian, Vail Village
If you already have summer on your mind, book your stay at The Sebastian by May 31 and save up to 50 percent on your summer vacation in the heart of Vail Village. thesebastianvail.com, 970-331-0698

The Bully Ranch Restaurant at the Sonnenalp Hotel.
Sonnenalp Hotel, Vail Village
In addition to discounted rates available at the hotel, the chalet’s western-themed Bully Ranch Restaurant will be keeping things interesting with daily dinner and happy hour specials (don't miss the valley-renowned mudslides), although it’s worth noting that both the adjoining Swiss Chalet and Ludwig’s restaurants will be closed. sonnenalp.com, 970-476-5656
The Arrabelle, Vail Village
After a long day of hiking, shopping, and exploring the valley, relax at the 10,000-square-foot RockResorts Spa complete with 11 different treatment rooms, or soak up the sun at the Arrabelle’s rooftop hot tub and lap pool. Discounted rates start at $230 a night beginning May 1. arrabelle.rockresorts.com, 970-754-7777

The Arrabelle in Lionshead Square.

The Pines Lodge at Beaver Creek.
The Pines Lodge, Beaver Creek
Traveling with your furry friend? The Pines Lodge greets four-legged companions with a welcome basket, homemade treats, and even their own dog bed to snuggle in for the duration of your stay. Lodging rates start at $139 a night beginning May 1. pineslodge.rockresorts.com, 970-429-5043
Sitzmark Lodge, Vail Village
The weather can have a mind of its own this time of year, so enjoy the heated rooftop pool and Jacuzzi while the sun cooperates and covered parking in the heart of the village when it doesn’t. Now through May 19, stays at the Sitzmark in Vail Village start at $130 a night. sitzmarklodge.com, 970-476-5001