Ski FREE & Early Season Lodging Deals in Gunnison-Crested Butte, Colorado

Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) has announced the return of its famous “Ski FREE” promotion, and several of the Gunnison-Crested Butte Tourism Association’s lodging partners in Mt. Crested Butte, Crested Butte and Gunnison are offering outstanding early season bargains in conjunction with Thanksgiving and Ski FREE, Nov. 25 – Dec. 15.

In addition, American Airlines and United Airlines will return to the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport this winter, providing easy access to some of the world’s best alpine and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, dog sledding, ice fishing and winter festivals. CBMR and Crested Butte Nordic Center will be open for snowy fun from Nov. 17, 2007 through April 13, 2008.


Ski FREE at Crested Butte Mountain Resort – Nov. 25 – Dec. 15, 2007

Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) is bringing back its popular Ski FREE program from Nov. 25 – Dec. 15, 2007. Skiing and riding is absolutely, positively, 100 percent FREE, with no strings attached. Just go to the ticket office during these days and one of CBMR’s ticketing specialists will smile, give you a lift ticket and send you to the slopes to ski or ride.

Early Season Ski Deals – Nov. 17 - Dec. 15, 2007

It’s not too early to plan a Colorado ski vacation to Gunnison-Crested Butte. CBMR is investing more than $200 million in a new base village and ski area improvements. Experience the transformation, including the brand new Mountaineer Square, and the many great winter activities in Gunnison-Crested Butte by taking advantage of early season packages for Thanksgiving and during Ski FREE.

For Thanksgiving, CBMR Properties is offering three nights lodging and two days of lift tickets starting at $65 per person, per night at the Woodcreek Condominiums in Mt. Crested Butte. The deal is good for Nov. 17 – 25. Price is prior to tax and travel protection, based on minimum occupancy and subject to availability. Additional nights are available and other lodging options are available (prices may vary). Call (877) 326-1467.

During Ski FREE, several properties in Mt. Crested Butte, Crested Butte and Gunnison are getting into the spirit to offer great lodging values. These deals are available Nov. 25 – Dec. 15, 2007, and are subject to availability.

· Crested Butte Lodging - Receive great deals on properties in Mt. Crested Butte and Crested Butte, from hotel suites to four-bedroom condominiums and homes. For example, stay in a two-bedroom condo for as little as $37 per person, per night. Prices are subject to availability and do not include taxes and fees. Call (866) 380-5745.

· Grand Lodge Crested Butte - Lodging packages for two people start at just $73 per person, per night at this full-service hotel in Mt. Crested Butte. Price is prior to tax and travel protection and based on minimum occupancy. Call (877) 326-1467.

· Wood Creek Condominiums - Lodging packages for four people start at only $50 per person, per night in a two-bedroom condo in Mt. Crested Butte. Price is prior to tax and travel protection and based on minimum occupancy. Call (877) 326-1467.

· Crested Butte Boutique Inn & Spa - Stay for $50 per person/ per night in a queen suite or $75 per person/per night in a king suite at this luxurious Crested Butte inn. There is a two-night minimum based on double occupancy. Receive a 15 percent discount on all on-site spa services. Rate does not include tax. Call (800) 815-2582.

· Crested Butte Trail House - Offers high-end lodging with rates starting at $185 for one room up to $1,250 for the entire house, tax not included. Stay more than three nights and receive a 20 percent discount. Call (970) 640-2626.

· The Ruby of Crested Butte - One of Crested Butte’s best-known bed and breakfasts is offering a free fifth night with four nights of paid lodging. This offer is available for Sunday through Thursday stays only and is based on availability.

· Gunnison Inn & Teller Street Cottages - Pay only $55 – 75 for double occupancy at these Gunnison properties. Additional guests cost $5 per person, per night with a maximum of four guests per room. Call (866) 641-0700.

· Wildwood Motel - This Gunnison mainstay is offering rooms with one queen bed and a kitchenette for $52 per night with two-person occupancy or with two queen beds and a kitchenette for up to four people for $60 per night. This rate is based on availability. Call (866) 770-1663.