Utah’s iconic mountain destination retains One MICHELIN Key and is named the #3 Resort in the Mountain West in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
SUNDANCE, Utah, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sundance Mountain Resort, the four-season mountain destination tucked beneath Utah’s Mount Timpanogos, celebrates a milestone season of recognition from two of the world’s leading travel authorities: retaining One MICHELIN Key in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide and earning the #3 ranking among Resorts in the Mountain West in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The Condé Nast Traveler honor makes Sundance Mountain Resort the highest-ranked Utah resort in the Mountain West category. The resort was also recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers as one of America’s 20 Best Ski Resorts, further underscoring the resort’s appeal as both a destination stay and a singular place to experience the mountains.
AT A GLANCE
- One MICHELIN Key — 2026 MICHELIN Guide, marking Sundance Mountain Resort’s third consecutive year with the distinction
- #3 Resort in the Mountain West — Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
- Highest-ranked Utah resort in Condé Nast Traveler’s Mountain West category
- One of America’s 20 Best Ski Resorts, as recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers
The accolades arrive as Sundance Mountain Resort continues to introduce more travelers to a distinctly different kind of mountain resort; one where recreation, art and nature have been intentionally intertwined for generations. Here, the measure of a great stay extends beyond a room or a run: mornings might begin beside the creek or on the mountain, afternoons can unfold at the pottery wheel or beneath the pines, and evenings bring thoughtful dining, live music and firelight.
“Recognition from MICHELIN and the readers of Condé Nast Traveler is especially meaningful because it speaks to the entire Sundance Mountain Resort experience,” said Chad Linebaugh, President of Sundance Mountain Resort. “There’s a deep sense of place here that comes from the mountain itself, the arts, our approach to hospitality and the people who bring this place to life every day. We’re proud to see that resonate with guests, whether they’ve been coming here for decades or are discovering our retreat for the first time.”
The MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 hotel selection once again includes Sundance Mountain Resort among its Key hotels, an independently inspected collection intended to recognize outstanding hotel experiences. Sundance Mountain Resort first received One MICHELIN Key in 2024 and has now maintained the distinction for three consecutive years. Michelin itself describes the recognition as reflecting the “thoughtful hospitality and distinct sense of place” at the heart of the resort experience. That sense of place is rooted in an approach that has long valued what remains untouched as much as what is built. Seventy percent of Sundance Mountain Resort’s terrain is permanently set aside for conservation, while art, craftsmanship and outdoor recreation remain fundamental parts of the guest experience. From skiing beneath the limestone summit of Mount Timpanogos to workshops and performances, Sundance offers a mountain experience designed around connection: to nature, creativity and one another.
The Condé Nast Traveler recognition also comes amid growing national attention for Sundance as a ski destination. Earlier this year, the publication highlighted Sundance among Utah’s best ski resorts, noting its combination of expert terrain, approachable skiing, arts programming and conservation-minded character. Condé Nast Traveler
Together, the latest accolades affirm something Sundance has pursued without chasing conventional definitions of resort luxury: an experience that is refined without being slick, rooted in the landscape rather than imposed upon it, and difficult to replicate anywhere else.
For more information about Sundance Mountain Resort, visit sundanceresort.com.
About Sundance Mountain Resort
Sundance Mountain Resort, founded by Robert Redford in 1969, is a premier four-season destination nestled at the base of Utah’s iconic Mount Timpanogos in Utah. Offering a unique blend of outdoor recreation, arts, and culture, Sundance is committed to environmental sustainability and artistic expression, balanced with premier service and hospitality. As such, Sundance has been awarded One MICHELIN Key in the 2024 and 2025 MICHELIN Guides. In progress is a continuation of the Robert Redford era under new stewards, providing improvements including the fine tuning of resort operations, an enhanced skier experience and the opening of the Inn at Sundance. For more information on Sundance Mountain Resort, visit www.sundanceresort.com.
SOURCE Sundance Mountain Resort
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