The Osprey at Beaver Creek

We loved this boutique hotel. The ski valet and access to a ski lift is superb. Makes skiing easy and a pleasure when you come in at the end of the day and there are slippers for your feet, and hot chocolate at the ready! Staff could not have been nicer. They knew who you were after day one. Our room was a deluxe large room with a pitched ceiling (room 404) and a beautiful view of the ski slopes. One of the only issues we saw was that there is only ONE elevator for the hotel. This has to serve the guests, the housekeeping staff, the bell staff etc… It really is something they should address because many times you have to wait unreasonable times for the elevator. The Fireside Grill was great. We had breakfast there every day and several dinners as well. We would definitely return to this hotel!

Loved this hotel. The service is great and the people are great. I loved our room. They give you plenty of water to drink which is a plus at high altitude. They give you coffee and hot chocolate in your room and free cookies at three in the village. They have free chair massage post skiing. The ski in and out is awesome with hot chocolate when you come in. The only drawback is the food in the dining room. I would give it 5 stars except for the food. Everything else was awesome.

I found a great deal for the Osprey on
, only to find out there was an additional $ 30 «Resort fee» at check out. We thought we were getting a great deal, only to find it’s comparable to pretty much every hotel next to it. The hotel room was gorgeous, of course. And it’s right next to everything. Sadly though, I probably wouldn’t stay again. We stayed in the end of August and the hotel was pretty much empty. But they stuck us on an incredibly noisey floor next door to two very loud, very drunk men from the conference. I think they just put all the guests, including the partying conferencers, all on one floor. I hardly got any sleep, despite the comfy bed. Next time, but your guests on a leisure vacation on a different floor! Thank god we only stayed one night.

I give the Osprey a two-​star review mainly based on the service I received checking in. My husband surprised me with a quick getaway last Saturday night. We own a business and it’s rare for us to leave so I was extremely excited for the 14 hour trip. We arrive at 10 and received our room key for what we thought was a room with a king bed. After getting to the room, we realized there were two queen beds instead. My husband called downstairs and the lady answered matter of factly «the rooms get oversold here sometimes». We were unhappy at the response and she promised to call us back. She called us back soon and said she can give us the condo unit for a $ 50 up charge. Hearing that we grew even more upset and finally she begrudgingly said «all right just come down here I’ll give you the keys» — I’m sure to get us off her back. The room was very nice but the entire interaction left a terrible taste in our mouths. There was no empathy, no understanding and we even felt a little swindled at her attempt to get us the condo. We had absolutely no need for such a huge space and really just wanted to peace and quiet for a couple hours with what we did pay for.
I hope management sees this and they’re able to coach to situations like this. We understand things happen and the rooms get overbooked but there’s a proper way to speak to guests and handle it– and this gal did not represent your hotel well.

The Osprey is surprisingly charming. The staff is friendly, extremely helpful, and actually seem really happy. We asked the front desk for a HDMI cable to plug our laptop into the tv and they brought one up the room. It’s the little things that make me really appreciate a place. We came at a really slow time (mid August) so I’d be interested in coming back during ski season to see if it holds up, but I’m guessing it would.
Rooms: Comfy and updated rooms. The rooms are spacious with oddly plenty of seating (couch in a window and ottoman). The beds are comfy. My only complaint, and maybe I’m an odd duck here, is that the pillows are all feather pillows. I feel like my head just sinks to the mattress with no support. Not their fault and I probably should have called the front desk. Décor was pleasing and didn’t have the typical nauseating hotel carpet color schemes that drive you insane.
Amenities: Small pool good for a quick dip, hot tub for 11, sauna, and steam room. Free wifi. Also, we received a card for free movies from the Redbox type machine in the lobby. I don’t know if this is typical but a nice perk. It had some current releases and some other movies from the last year.
Food: Small bar with friendly staff. Will bring drinks out to the pool. Lunch/​dinner menu is small (like 10 times total) but decent for a little bite. We grabbed a salad and grilled cheese with tomato soup. Was surprised at the quality. Was not expecting a 4 cheese sandwich and fresh tomato soup. They have breakfast offerings that looked decent but we opted for other places. Next time we will give it a go
Cons: Two night minimum when we stayed so not good for the one night trips. Small hotel where you miss the big hotel draws (full restaurant or s’more happy hour like the Park Hyatt). I find myself really searching for the cons here to make sure this is an authentic review. We just had a really good stay.
Thanks Osprey! Until we meet again.

We loved the Osprey. The staff is extremely helpful, particularly Allie. We were here in early June (some things including trails are closed, but we didn’t mind.) The Osprey is super close to everything!

The Osprey was great! We had frat formal there and the staff were very professional, friendly, and polite. I will definitely come back with my family over Christmas break. Hotel was very nice, rooms were great, and pool/​hotub were so much fun. Thanks for a great stay!

We stayed here in July so, while I cant comment on the skiing, this hotel is lovely. The staff were so friendly. I dont think I have ever encountered a more friendly, caring and attentive staff. You cant beat the proximity to the ski lift which is steps away from the back door. It runs during the summer as well. You are also walking distance from restaurants, shopping, parks, and trails (and skiing in the winter). While I only had one night here, when I came down the breakfast the bartender/​waitress/​all around awesome staff member remembered my name (and no, I wasnt making trouble at the bar the night before)!
I wish I had more time to spend hiking and exploring around this lovely hotel property. The beds were super comfortable and the room was beautiful. Still, the best impression was left by the wonderful staff. I cant wait to stay again!

There is no place in the world that makes you feel more welcome. A great lodge feel with terrific service. Rooms are spacious with terrific views. Linens and beds are very nice. Staff make you feel welcome and often address you by name. You can’t beat how close it is to the lift!!! Try this place and you will understand why so many guests become regulars!!!

If you are going to Beaver Creek and need a hotel… The Osprey is a great choice.
Why?
1) One of the Ski lifts is right out the back door. STEPS out the door. Crazy. Never seen one that close!
2) It’s small, quaint and perfect. The type of place where the staff get to know you and cares!
3) The closet in the room I was in was MASSIVE.
4) They do have 4 bedroom places with kitchens… so you have lots of options if you are traveling with other families. See video below on the 4 queen bunk-​bed set up. Wow!
5) The main ski area in across the street or if you are in skis you can travel across the walkway. Easy peasy.
6) They have a game area and free movies! (again — watch the video)
7) there is a pool and a gym! Small but what more do you need when the mountain is your friend?
Watch this video below to see what it’s REALLY like:
The Osprey was a great place to stay. Convenient and fun.

Had a great stay, a great dinner and a great lunch. A really fun boutique hotel and lounge. Don’t hesitate to get a runny fried egg on the burger at lunch. Don’t hesitate to get the homemade chips and bacon wrapped quail drumettes at dinner. Top it all off with an easy and safe walk into the village on your own private bridge…

I came with 3 of my girl friends for a 3 day Christmas getaway. It surpassed any of my expectations immediately. Upon arrival, we had free valet service and help with our luggage immediately. The room was clean and spacious, comfortable bed, with a cozy fireplace! The bartenders were super friendly, attentive, and accommodating. We had dinner there one night with great service and food. We ate at the Ritz– Carlton another night and had free shuttle service to and from the Osprey. Convenience to the lifts and the Village was icing on the cake for our visit. Loved all the staff. Thanks for making our stay magical!

This was our 4^th time at the Osprey in as many winters. Each time, we’ve found that the staff manages to balance a level of service that is both unpretentious and top-​notch. The Osprey is a small, boutique hotel, so do not expect a grand foyer and check-​in area. But what it lacks in grandeur is made up with convenience: ski-​in and ski-​out is made available by the Strawberry Express Lift and President Ford’s black diamond run just outside the back door, and the main Centennial Lift is only a few steps across the pedestrian walkway. The hotel is a 2-​minute walk from the center of Beaver Creek Village.
We stayed on the top (4^th) floor on our most recent 2-​night stay, so it was our first time in a deluxe King room versus the standard. Vaulted ceiling with exposed wood beams, double sinks in the bath area with an enclosed toilet, along with a separate stand-​alone shower (no tub) with steamer. The room is appointed with an L-​shaped sofa, a pivoting HDTV, mini fridge, safe, desk area, and large walk-​in closet with two robes.
In the past, we’ve always stayed in the standard rooms, which are quite a bit smaller but include a nice gas fireplace. High ceilings as well, but not vaulted. I have never had any issues with the «thin walls» that a few other Unilocalers seem to have experienced, but we usually only stay here before and just after peak ski season, so perhaps I’ve been lucky to miss all the noise.
The things we missed on this last visit that we’ve experienced during the other 3: turn down service (somehow our timing didn’t work out on both nights); the hot tub was not functioning; and the steam room was out of commission as well. The pool is closed in the winter time. Thankfully the dry sauna was functioning!
The car valet and the ski valet are always friendly. We are always immediately greeted as soon as we pull up, and they remove our luggage from the car and take them up to our room for us. Parking is included in the resort fee. The ski valet stores our skis and boots behind the dining area, and when you are ready to hit the slopes, he brings the skis outside for you as you pull on the boots that have been resting on mild air dryers. There is a basket of Nutrigrain bars for the taking as well. When you come back at the end of the day, either you will find a complimentary hot chocolate bar waiting for you, or if it’s not set out, the bartender will happily make you one for free.
We have never eaten here. However, we have relaxed in the lounge area with its huge long fireplace and comfy sofas. Complimentary NYTimes, USAToday, and Wall Street Journal.
This most recent visit is a 4*, but because my three previous visits were so outstanding, they still get 5* out of me.

Absolutely love this hotel. Beautiful location, extremely nice staff, and clean accommodations.
I would definitely recommend the Osprey to anyone looking for an amazing hotel in Beaver Creek!

I am in love with this small hotel. It is cozy and cute and close to the little village. The staff has been excellent, especially the bartender Jaycee. The room was amazing: comfortable and clean with a fireplace, big shower, and flat screen tv. The food and drinks were delicious.
It was noisy several times late at night, which was not their fault at all, but was to e expected on the weekend of Oktoberfest.
I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone!

A very respectable five; I was irritated one morning because I couldn’t get my car out of valet parking yet I had to use valet parking so the manager took off several fees from the charge and I was very appreciative. The employees service and attitudes are among some of the things this place really has going for it. It’s comfortable, low-​key, and very nice.

As someone previously noted, the walls are thin and we could hear music from the adjoining room all evening/​night long. We called the front desk twice with no result. I finally walked up there in my pajamas at 11pm and asked him to call. He said he didn’t even call them the last time because «he couldn’t hear it». Of course he can’t: he’s not in my room! After he called in my presence, the music stopped. We were awoken by water running and many other noises throughout the night and morning too. On top of that, they double charged us! Save your money and don’t book at this over priced, snobby hotel.

We just completed a couple week road trip through Colorado and a highlight was our stay at The Osprey in Beaver Creek. Absolutely love the area and this hotel is the upscale Boutique place to stay. There are many choices to stay very near by but this is where I will always try first. They truly make you feel like family. The grounds were beautiful and our room was upscale and extremely comfortable. Free DVD movies for the kids. If we come back in the summer we will stay a week or two.
The rodeo was in town and my little one tried mutton busting. What the heck is that? Well it was hilarious and we got a video that will keep us laughing for many years.
Located directly across from the Village and right next to a chair lift the location is perfect especially for skiers. I think we will be return for a Christmas break. The slopes looked great.

BOTTOM LINE: BEST & MOST ACCOMMODATING CUSTOMER SERVICE!
If you ask me to describe every great thing I/​we experienced about The Osprey, I could quite possible blow your mind. However, I will spare you the dura matter splatter so that you could experience it yourself when you visit The Osprey… I’m sure the staff will gladly help you clean-​up :-)
Let me summarize (sadly) my TOP 5 Pros and Cons:
1) Employees — unpretentious, always smiling, warm (–blooded). Yes folks, these people most definitely human – the kind that hold real conversations, make you laugh till you snort, and don’t scavenge for tips by judging who is well-​to-​do and who is not. The service is not as forced or harried. They are simple people who are just great at what they do, whether it’s ski/​snowboard valet or reminding you to hydrate before you leave for a day on the slopes.
2) Atmosphere — If you expect an upturned nose and curtsies acknowledging your royal highness, stay at the Ritz Carlton down the hill. If you just want casual relaxation where a cup of hot cocoa and lounging in slippers at the fireside restaurant table apres ski is enough, this is your place. The décor is modern and cozy.
3) Amenities — The Osprey is a small boutique hotel. The accommodations are modern, but they only have 47 rooms. I guess this adds to the warmth that I love about this place. I’m not saying it’s exclusive, but it definitely fills up fast. They have a small pool, a coed sauna, jacuzzi outdoors, and a fitness center but who really uses these facilities when the slopes are literally at your doorstep… which brings me to their BEST amenity. Strawberry Park Express Lift is only 10 steps away from the ski/​snowboard valet’s door. Centennial Express is also a 3 minute walk from the hotel.
4) Food and Bar — Although the actual ‘restaurant’ only seats around 20 people at best, the food is amazing and on par with places like Volt, Babbo, Passionfish, Brasserie Les Halles, etc. The serve lunch, apres ski, and dinner daily, but you sometimes need reservations for dinner during peak hours. They offer a tapas-​style selection or entrée portions, but the tapas are absolutely awesome for sharing and socializing. They also wowed me by their commitment to sustainable and local ingredients, which encompass most of the menu. We had the following delectable delights:
DINNER
+Ribeye with buttery polenta
+Brussel spouts with asiago cheese
+Shrimp with creamy grits
+Spinach salad with lemon ceasar dressing
+Truffled french fries
+Freshly fried tortilla chips with fire roasted salsa and avocado relish
+Diver scallops with pork belly
DRINKS (they use ‘Freshies’, a local mix in all their drinks, AMAziNG!)
+Spicy bloody mary (yum)
+Don Julio margarita
+JW Black Label sidecar
+Local Oatmeal Stout
5) Lastly, I do have to end with something slightly negative to give a fair review. This resort is frequented by patrons with families. For the most part, we were one of only a few couples vacationing here. The walls are not well-​insulated from noise, so every morning we would wake up to children bouncing off the walls and running down the hallways. Most people are generally awake by 6:30 to get breakfast and hit the slopes by 8:30, so if you like to sleep in, this might not be the place for you. But, who likes to sleep in when the snow is fluffly and the mountain is beckoning you to carve it?
Happy Skiing/​Snowbooarding and enjoy the Osprey!

So if you enjoy noise this place is great. We stayed here a few weeks ago and the standard king room we stayed in left much to be desired. We moved rooms almost immediately because we could hear the teenage girls in the room next door and whatever movie they were watching, like they were in our room.
We try not to complain, but called to move. So the staff was friendly and very accommodating (the majority of the 2 stars) and came quickly to move us. The staff is pretty good.
Our new room was great until we heard the clicking of high heels from the room above us like an elephant. Then, the next morning we became quickly introduced to our adjoining neighbors hairdryer and all of the hiking plans they had for the day. at 7am on a morning we had planned to sleep in.
The tapas «restaurant» is tiny and overpriced. We only ate breakfast and were told to get coffee in a disposable cup from the starbucks carafes in the lobby. Is a coffee mug while your sitting for breakfast too much to ask?
We have stayed at many other Rock Resorts and the Osprey sort of feels like the Holiday Inn Express of the chain…
We mentioned the noise and were told it is a older hotel that was renovated. proper wall/​sound insulation would have been a good update to consider.
I can imagine it would feel more quaint in the winter, and there is a lift right outside the door., which is great… but if I were paying the winter rates with the noise we experienced I would be even more upset.
Would we stay there again? sorry to say but no :(