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The Insider’s Luxury Travel Guide to Jackson Hole

Billionaires, rappers, and tech moguls all flock to Jackson Hole for its stunning scenery and exceptional skiing.

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Kristen Shirley

 |  January 2, 2025

Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is a magical place. The mountain town in the Teton Range blends Old West with luxury, while never being over the top. (The only exception to that is the sheer number of private jets landing at the tiny local airport.) In recent years, the area has transformed from a sleepy ski town to a hot spot for the rich and famous looking to escape everyday life. However, the town of Jackson hasn’t lost its unique charm. You can still seek out authentic experiences and hole-in-the-wall dive bars. Jackson Hole is best known for its incredible skiing and powder, as well as its proximity to two of the best national parks in the US: Yellowstone and Grand Teton. You’ll love the abundant wildlife, views that stretch for miles, and, of course, the iconic Teton Mountains lording over it all. 

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The Insider’s Luxury Travel Guide to Jackson Hole

The 4 Best Luxury Hotels in Jackson Hole

Four Seasons Jackson Hole

The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole is one of the most popular luxury resorts in Teton Village, and for good reason. This gorgeous resort is located at the base of Rendezvous Mountain, making it the only ski-in, ski-out hotel in Jackson Hole. It’s also just one mile from the entrances of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. In addition to its enviable location, Four Seasons Jackson Hole takes care of everything you need to take advantage of its gorgeous natural surroundings. Not only can Base Camp book any activity, but it can also handle all details for your ski trip, such as ski rentals, lift tickets, a ski valet, boot dryers, and heaters.

After a day on the slopes, soothe your muscles in the immense heated outdoor pool or in one of the three whirlpools. You can warm up with heated robes and towels plus hot chocolate afterward. Four Seasons Jackson Hole also has an incredible 11,685-square-foot spa with treatments that focus on renewing the body, such as the Turquoise Sage Body Ritual. 

Stop into the pub, The Handle Bar, for a bison burger. In the mood for fine dining? Make a reservation at Westbank Grill for its decadent raw bar, seasonal dishes, and large selection of steak, including A5 Wagyu and local Snake River Farms steak. Order the 32 oz dry-aged bone-in Wagyu Tomahawk Ribeye if you’re with a group. 

You’ll want to book a mountainside room or suite at Four Seasons Jackson Hole to enjoy the beautiful mountain views from your private balcony — sunsets over Rendezvous Mountain are incredible. The rooms are decorated in a contemporary style. There are rustic, mountain-lodge touches, such as wood and leather accents, cowhide rugs and furniture, stone fireplaces, and Native American motifs. Four Seasons Jackson Hole also has a 2,000-piece art collection featuring regional and other American artists, with works throughout the hotel. 

Amangani

Nestled in a valley between Jackson and Teton Village, Amangani Jackson Hole is a world apart from the resorts in town or on the slopes. Its remote location gives it absolutely stunning vistas that stretch for miles across Snake River Valley and the dramatic Grand Tetons. Amangani has the sleek, minimalistic architecture that Aman hotels are known for, but with a rustic, mountain feel. Towering, rough sandstone columns are contrasted with smooth redwood paneling. Immense windows showcase the epic landscape throughout the resort. 

Amangani means “peaceful home” in the Shoshone language, and the rooms are indeed that. Each room has gorgeous views of the mountains or Snake River Valley that you can soak in from your private patio or terrace. The stone and wood décor continues here, accented with metal fireplaces and cowhide chairs in faux-wolf fabric. If you’re traveling with a group, you can book one of the resort’s four- or five-bedroom homes. 

All Aman properties are noted for their spas and wellness focuses, and Amangani does not disappoint. It has a beautiful heated 114-ft pool and a hot tub with mountain views. Further, it offers locally inspired treatments, like the Aprés Ski Dream. The Amangani spa also has yoga, Pilates, and meditation classes, which you can take atop a butte in warm weather. Additionally, there’s a 24-hour gym stocked with TechnoGym equipment. 

Hotel Jackson

For a downtown experience, check into Hotel Jackson, located in the heart of Jackson near the Town Square. You’ll have to drive or take a shuttle to the slopes — five minutes to Snow King Mountain and 20 minutes to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort — but Jackson has more restaurants and shopping than the ski-focused Teton Village. The décor is Western themed, with warm wood, stone, metal, and leather elements mixed with Native American-inspired carpets and artwork. Hotel Jackson has 51 rooms and four gorgeous suites with a design that mixes light wood walls with stone, rawhide drums that double as side tables, faux-fur pillows and throws, and original artwork. The in-house restaurant, Figs, has a Lebanese-Mediterranean menu inspired by the owner’s Lebanese heritage. The fresh and light food is a welcome respite from the meat- and game-heavy dishes at many of the town’s steakhouses.

Caldera House

This swanky boutique hotel has expansive two- and four-bedroom suites with modern Western design and every amenity imaginable. The suites at Caldera House have full kitchens, fireplaces, large living areas, and in-suite washers and dryers. The four-bedroom suites have two patios with Jacuzzis and views of the slopes. The largest, Newberry, can sleep up to 12 guests, and you can also buy out the hotel’s suites and lounge.

Caldera House combines the best of a rental home and a hotel. Mudroom and Nomad Sports Shop rent luxury ski gear and tune skis, if you’ve brought your own. There’s a heated outdoor infinity plunge pool, fitness studio, and small spa with one treatment room. You can also request in-suite treatments. 

There are two restaurants to try during your stay. Corsa is a trattoria-style Italian restaurant with fresh Neapolitan-style pizzas, pasta, and dishes like chicken parmesan and pork osso bucco. Southcable Cafe is more casual, perfect for a quick breakfast or lunch. It’s known for its breakfast burrito. 

The Best Restaurants in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Snake River Grill

Right on the historic Town Square, Snake River Grill is a popular spot for American food in a cozy environment where rustic wood logs line the walls. It’s known for its creative menu — ever had a steak tartare pizza? — and great steaks and game.

The Kitchen

The Kitchen serves Asian-influenced cuisine with a focus on seasonal vegetables and minimalist presentation. The contemporary space has curving wood walls and a serene atmosphere. Chef Ash Tucker serves creative dishes and is also known for his crudos. There are fresh salads, like the baby kale with fennel compote and charred pineapple, as well as delicious wild mushroom ramen, duck breast, and king salmon.

Glorietta Trattoria

This charming restaurant brings classic and easy Italian food to the heart of Wyoming. Glorietta Trattoria uses local ingredients whenever possible and serves up delicious pastas (try the cavatelli with elk bolognese or malfaldine with pheasant) and wood-fired entrées like braised short rib and pork belly cooked in the hearth, which is located in the middle of the restaurant. Glorietta is located in the stylish Anvil Hotel in downtown Jackson.

Persephone Bakery

Visit Persephone Bakery for a filling breakfast before hitting the slopes or for a cozy lunch break. It has rich, filling sandwiches, including the famed Beef & Blue, with roast beef and smoked blue cheese, as well as soups and hearty salads. For breakfast, the croque madame and egg sandwich will give you energy for the day’s adventures.

What To Do in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

The Best Places to Go Shopping in Jackson Hole

Jackson has no shortage of Western-inspired stores — Wyoming is the Cowboy State, after all. For example, you can buy the perfect cowboy boots at Boot Barn and “world famous” handcrafted antler chandeliers at Wild West Designs. After you’ve explored these shops, don’t miss the town’s incredible art galleries. Our favorite is No. 62 Jewelry, which has a fantastic selection of independent jewelry designers, such as Fernando Jorge, Nikos Koulis, and Silvia Furmanovich. It’s located within Maya Frodeman Gallery, formerly known as Tayloe Piggott Gallery, a contemporary art space well worth visiting. 

The Best Things to Do in Winter in Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has some of the best — and most exhilarating — skiing in the US. It has 2,500 acres of in-bound terrain, so you’ll find options for every type of skier. As you take the aerial tram from Teton Village to the top of the mountain, you will pass the infamous Corbet’s Couloir. This run is ultra-steep and very challenging — usually only attempted by the best skiers. However, there are plenty of beginner and intermediate options on the slopes too. The company is building new gondolas and investing in more grooming equipment to keep the blue slopes smooth and wide. 

Mountain Sports School offers private lessons, small group classes, and backcountry guides. There are also two terrain parks and four Burton Stash parks for snowboarders to test their skills and learn new jumps and tricks. After you’ve finished a day on the slopes, head to Bin22 or Million Dollar Cowboy Bar for après-ski. 

Jackson Hole Iditarod Sled Dog Tour has family-friendly half- and full-day trips that take you through Jackson Hole’s scenic landscape. If you book the full-day trip, you’ll be able to visit the famed Granite Hot Springs. In the winter, they are accessible only by skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, or dogsledding. It’s an unforgettable experience. 

The Best Things to Do in Summer in Jackson Hole

While most people visit Jackson Hole in the winter, there are countless ways to explore the mountain in the summer once the snow melts. You can hike up the slopes, take the tram to the top to enjoy the view and have one of Corbet’s Cabin’s famous waffles, or go mountain biking. However, our favorite thing to do in the summer in Jackson Hole is to explore the vast surrounding landscape. You can ride horses and soak in the beautiful vistas. Looking for adventure? Go whitewater rafting or float down Snake River, or take to the skies in a private flight or by paragliding. Jackson Hole is also renowned for its fly-fishing. Golfers should check out the Teton Pines Resort & Country Club and get in a round. There’s also wonderful horseback riding available, if you want to live out your cowboy fantasies.

Of course, no trip to Jackson Hole is complete without a visit to Yellowstone or Grand Teton National Parks. You can drive through the parks looking for wildlife on your own, or book a private wildlife safari. Certainly, we recommend booking a guide to take you through the parks. This way, you have a better chance to see wildlife, and you can avoid the throngs of tourists who crowd the most popular sites. Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris will pick you up at your hotel and take you through the parks. It also offers a specialized photography safari, if you would like a professional photographer to accompany you and teach you the best photography techniques for taking incredible wildlife photos.

In summer, the Granite Hot Springs are accessible by car. However, the road is quite bumpy, so consider yourself warned. Be sure to check the temperature before you go. Sometimes snow runoff can lower the temperature and the hot springs aren’t all that hot.

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