Sonnenalp Hotel

and professionalism that truly set them apart. In addition to the beautiful atmosphere, the food is incredible. We always enjoy working with their sales and events team, especially Kasha Dunne. She makes the pre-planning process seamless and ensures everything runs beautifully on the day of the event. If you are looking for an elegant mountain wedding, we highly recommend this venue. Photos by Kerri Carlquist Photography.

for the outstanding service  As the wedding planner, I have the privilege of working with many hospitality professionals, and it is truly refreshing to partner with someone who consistently exceeds expectations. From our very first interaction through the conclusion of the celebration, Maggie demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. No request was ever too small, and no detail was overlooked. She anticipated needs before they arose, communicated promptly and thoughtfully, and approached every challenge with a positive, solution-oriented attitude. Her commitment to excellence played a significant role in the seamless execution of the weekend and helped create an unforgettable experience for our clients and their guests. Perhaps what stood out most was her genuine care. She wasn't simply doing her job—she was fully invested in making sure every aspect of the celebration was successful. That level of dedication is rare and speaks volumes about both her character and her commitment to hospitality. Our entire team genuinely loved working with her. She made collaboration effortless, and her kindness, grace under pressure, and unwavering work ethic did not go unnoticed. Professionals like Maggie elevate not only the guest experience but also the reputation of the Sonnenalp Hotel. Please extend my heartfelt thanks and recognition to her for a job exceptionally well done. She is a tremendous asset to the team, and I hope she knows how much her hard work and dedication were appreciated by everyone involved. Thank you for fostering such a wonderful team, and I look forward to the opportunity to work together again!

e. The staff was so helpful the entire stay and really went out of their way to make us feel special and make sure we had everything we needed.

pot for our out of town guests to explore, ski, and walk around the village, and enjoy everything Vail has to offer. The Sonnenalp Staff is exceptional, our guests couldn't stop singing their praises. Sonnenalp is beyond beautiful and so charming- from the unique rooms, a special turn down service each night, wonderful pool, spa, and hot tub. The wedding cocktail hour in the Kings Club to the reception in Ludwigs restaurant, it was beyond magical and something we will talk about for years to come. Delicious food, wonderful ambiance, and staff that was attentive, polity, and always anticipated our needs. The entire staff was incredible, but specifically our coordinator, Nghi, was perfect. She made it so special- we loved her!!! I cannot sing their praises enough. We cannot wait to be back! Thank you Sonnenalp for creating magical memories with us, we will never forget it!

entire staff at the Sonnenalp was so incredibly attentive, helpful, understanding and went above and beyond to ensure that our day was perfect- and it was! They kept us up to date with all covid restrictions and did everything in their power to make us (and our guests) feel comfortable! Nghi and Patricia were the best wedding planners- we were thrown many curve balls this last year of planning and they both knew exactly what should be done and how to execute perfectly! Patricia spoiled us during our 'tasting' weekend and it was so special to be able to spend an additional weekend with my parents and fiance in Vail. We were able to spend the Friday before our wedding at the pool with our wedding party and it was the perfect start to the wedding weekend! The food was incredible and the cocktail hour by the pool was perfect. I am not a planner at all (it stresses me out lol) but Nghi helped to make my vision into a reality. The hotel is beautiful and the staff is always there to assist. My grandparents were staying elsewhere but the concierge helped to organize a pick up and drop off for them on our wedding day. You will not regret staying at this property and if you are planning a wedding, Nghi is your girl! She is just fabulous. It really was the best weekend of our lives!

to get married there. The hospitality was incredible upon our very first visit, the hotel is so beautiful and from the second we toured the Sonnenalp, we knew we were in excellent hands. We got married at the Sonnenalp in July of 2021 and it was nothing less than perfect. Nghi had recently taken on her role as the Catering Sales & Event Manager and made sure that her team at the Sonnenalp was organized and well versed for how the evening was planned to go. The room was set up perfectly, the food was amazing, the bar service was incredible. We actually overheard so many guests say that the dinner was the best wedding dinner that they had ever had. Nghi made sure to check-in with my husband and I to make sure that we were happy on our wedding night, and of course we were! She made sure that we had wine in our room at the end of the night too, so thoughtful! Nghi was also very flexible with my last minute changes too! She made our wedding dreams a reality. 10/10 recommend the Sonnenalp Hotel for a wedding venue.

asure of working with Amy Lilyquist. Amy saw to every detail for the evening. Amy is so professional, pleasant and extremely competent. I would highly recommend Amy and the Sonnenalp.

ing Covid!). Amy Lilyquist was phenomenal, supportive and helped with every decision. The guest services that we experienced (including all my wedding guests) were simply impressive. All of our needs were met and we felt special attention was paid to our group. The actual wedding was perfect. From the ceremony outside by the river, to the cocktail hour, to the reception in Ludwigs - It was flawless and effortless. The food was delicious (at the ceremony, and all other meals at the hotel). There is not a thing we would change. The hotel rooms, especially the suites, we beautiful and perfect for getting ready on the day of the wedding. We expect to visit the Sonnenalp for our anniversary every year and feel so grateful to have this amazing place as a special part of our story.

of Amy and the entire Sonnenalp staff! Amy was so patient answering all of our questions, and guiding us through the entire wedding planning process. Amy always had our best interests in mind from start to finish, and she genuinely cares about each of her Brides and every event hosted here. We are so grateful for Amy and her help guiding us through planning an event in the middle of the pandemic! She handled each hurdle we faced very professionally and helped us all remain calm. The entire Sonnenalp team went above and beyond the entire weekend, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to host our wedding reception here! We use every excuse we can to visit Vail and the Sonnenalp, and now we want to go back just to visit Amy and the team! I promise you won't regret booking the Sonnenalp for your wedding or your next event! An amazing hotel and spa, the best food, and a very personable staff..what more could you ask for!

joyable. We worked with Amy, and she made us feel at ease throughout the entire planning process, and you can tell that she genuinely wants to make the day absolutely perfect for you and your partner. We are so happy that we got the chance to host our wedding at The Sonnenalp, and we can't recommend them enough!

d then we were transferred to Jennifer midway through as Amy was promoted. Jennifer exceeded our expectations. She is SO CALM, collected, thorough, detailed and precise. She helped us during the crazy times of moving a wedding and reassured us every step of the way. I immediately fell in love with the Sonnenalp for the wedding and reception venue. The details are extraordinary, they have a weather backup, and the food is phenomenal from the restaurant. Many venues in Vail do NOT have weather backups, you must provide a TON of decorations, and the food has to be catered - Sonnenalp is not this way which makes having your wedding here AMAZING. The day of the wedding was amazing. The hotel rooms are all so exquisite and unique and it was like having a slumber party/gathering/reunion with everyone at the hotel together. Breakfast was amazing, room service was amazing, and the Spa is also AMAZING. I have nothing negative to say about Sonnenalp. We will try to come back here again and again. I will recommend this to everyone! They exceeded all expectations, provided amazing vendors to work with who were also phenomenal, and just overall the professionalism was 100%. Thanks again!

, knowledgeable and passionate about her work. Due to COVID-19, we changed all of our plans, and ended up having our small, 20-person wedding at The Sonnenalp. Despite all the stress involved with getting married in the middle of a pandemic, the day was magical. Amy alleviated much of that stress, and helped our family feel safe and welcome — so we could focus on celebrating the milestone! Oh, and the venue itself was perfect: the flowers were blooming, the guests around the pool cheered us on, and we loved having dinner at Ludwig's with its retractable roof. Highly recommend, all around.

elpful and accommodating and the hotel is absolutely beautiful. Amy supported us every step of the way and made sure the day of went perfectly. Our guests still can't stop talking about how beautiful the hotel is, how amazing the food was, and how safe they made us all feel. I wish I could give them 10 stars - I'm actually glad my original venue cancelled because the Sonnenalp was everything I could've hoped for and more.

I received help RIGHT away- and as usually happens- it turned out so much better than the original venue could have been! Sonnenalp is a gorgeous place- the food was incredible! Everyone is still talking about the party!

ted in a beautiful and memorable evening. I highly recommend Sonnenalp in Vail.

just 10 short weeks. She went above and beyond to accommodate our EVERY need. If you are looking for a beautiful venue, incredible service, and impeccable quality then look no further. We truly can't thank Jennifer and the entire team at Sonnenalp enough for our perfect day!

nd by frequently checking in. She really cares about all her brides and wants them to have the day of their dreams. We cannot thank the Sonnenalp staff enough!

fect and we could not have asked for a better wedding day. It was beautiful and everything we hoped for. Would highly recommend to anyone.

s were treated like Kings and queens the entire week from the moment we arrived four day before the wedding. Every restaurant went out of their way to squeeze in guests who forgot to make reservations, Milos, our bartender all week and wedding night, was constantly being attentive and making sure our drinks were perfect, the staff delivered anything we needed to our rooms at the drop of a dime. The staff let us be loud and happy and enjoy ourselves every moment and hour. It seemed as if every employee on site is 10/10. I couldn’t have dreamed of a better wedding venue/wedding week experience. We and our guests will be coming back for life. I’m almost in tears again thinking about how perfect it all was. I should have known it would be so great with how comforting and accommodating they were with Covid. They made what could have been a nightmare wedding experience, and was for most this year, the easiest, smoothest and happiest thing. This venue is truly extraordinary. I don’t have enough words to thank them.

ing planner/coordinator for the Sonnenalp, is absolutely incredible and cannot say enough wonderful things about her. Despite juggling several weddings at a time, she is always timely and responsible. Her and her team fulfilled every type A request I had for my reception, down to type of raspberries I wanted in my signature drink. The food and cake are made in house, and is not your typical catered wedding food. Every guest said their meal was 5 stars. The service staff were professional and accommodating to each guest, and made the setup and cleanup as seamless as possible. I will forever have the best memories because of this hotel and its wonderful staff who made my wedding day happen!

is decision based on three key factors: 1) Ludwig's venue is exquisite and the food is delicious - the perfect setting for a mountain wedding; 2) The Sonnenalp's Amy Lilyquist is hands down the best wedding F&B manager in the business. Her deep events/wedding expertise, professionalism, "can do" attitude and friendly demeanor put us at ease right away. She never faltered or waivered through the planning process and ultimately our reception exceeded our expectations and fully delighted our guests; 3) Location and convenience. The Sonnenalp Hotel is situated in the heart of Vail Village and located conveniently across the street from the Vail Interfaith Chapel which is where we hosted our ceremony. If you want an elegant mountain wedding in a beautiful location with great food and exceptional service, the Sonnenalp Hotel's Ludwig's venue and Amy Lilyquist managing your reception will be one of the best wedding planning decisions you make.

d staff. Our wedding was set for July 4th 2020 and we unfortunately got the news that our original venue would not reopen in time for our wedding... three weeks out! We quickly reached out to Sonnenalp and booked within a day. The level of hospitality Sonnenalp provided made us feel as though we had been clients for months. Within days Amy and her team helped us recreate all of our details: timeline, floorplan, menu, guest experience, room accommodations… they even worked with our external vendors to make sure everyone was updated. I cannot praise Amy and her team enough for all their help and for making us feel welcome and calm despite our stress to pull off our wedding in such a short amount of time. She reassured us it would all work out and it did! Our wedding was beautiful and better than we had ever hoped. We feel very blessed to have been able to celebrate with all our family and friends in Vail over 4th of July weekend despite everything going on in the world. Thank you Sonnenalp for making our special day truly special and one to remember!

beyond to help us plan our wedding in just two weeks. She put in time with us on evenings and weekends to ensure every little detail was perfect. I cannot say enough good things about Jennifer, Sonnenalp, and all the staff that made sure our day and night was absolutely perfect and stress free. 5 out of 5 stars, I would highly recommend this venue to anyone who will listen!

f everything I could have imagined and handled things I didn’t even think of. She responds lightening fast to emails and texts, which will become invaluable as you get closer to your wedding day. The venue and service was impeccable and all of my guests said it was the best wedding venue and the nicest hotel they’d ever been to. If you’re looking to get married in a winter wonderland, this is the spot!

. The venue, of course is gorgeous, but the food and beverage also truly stands out. As the bride and groom, we loved it, our families loved it, and so did all of our guests. Not a single thing we'd do differently. Looking forward to celebrating many anniversaries to come at the property!

ving natural light. The staff was extremely helpful and efficient. They handled everything with the wedding director, Amy, so I never had to worry about a single thing and could truly enjoy the day with my new husband. The food was delicious! Multiple guests told me it was the BEST meal of their life. My Great Aunt, who is in her 80s, said it was the best wedding she's ever attended, which says a lot since she's been to many weddings. The lead up to the wedding was extremely fun too. Amy was so helpful answering all my questions (and my parents' questions) and she was patient as we went through all the different decisions together. She was also good about laughing at my husband's "jokes." My husband and I will spend each anniversary at the Sonnenalp for hopefully many years since this is such a special place! I highly recommend the Sonnenalp for your wedding!

to worry about anything on our stress free day. The venue was beautiful. We highly recommend the Sonnenalp!

nue site unseen!! Would choose Sonnenalp over and over again. Can't wait to go back! If I have any advise for out of towners. Definitely do more research about the DJ and Makeup people to make sure you have the right fit. Maybe ask for a sample playlist and definitely check out the makeup/hair instagram!

with, always enthusiastic and professional, warm and personal. Her communications were clear and always efficient. The dinner was outstanding , the food was excellent and all of the guests were wowed by the delicious and plentiful family style Bavarian Food. Our cocktails outside by the river, and pool area included fresh and perfect pretzels that were devoured! If you are planning an event in Vail the Sonnenalp is the perfect choice.

aritas to order!!).” "And what kind of sorcerer makes a vegan cake as good as that?” Thank you for making a very special day memorable and perfect. The staff catered to our every need and anticipated many more. I wouldn’t have changed a thing. Mother of the bride

were amazing to work with from start to finish. Our friends and family had a blast and raved about how it was one of the best weddings they had ever been too. The grounds were breathtaking, the food was delicious and the staff was world class.  We look forward to coming back every year for our anniversary.

iful, and the gorgeous reception area with a glass-enclosed, retractable roof is perfect. We had wonderful weather, but knowing that in the event of rain the venue would be just as lovely made me a lot less stressed in the months leading up to the wedding. The food is incredible - I've been to a lot of weddings and have not generally been wowed by the food.  But the Sonnenalp's cuisine is five star in its own right. I loved that the chefs were flexible and made adjustments to our menu selections to align with our specific tastes - it made the menu feel much more personalized and our own. My husband and I, as well as most of our guests, are from New York so we had some pretty discerning palates to please.  I was floored at the number of people who told us how good the food was and even mentioned specific dishes they loved (the gazpacho and the lamb were big hits). And perhaps most surprisingly - since in my experience wedding cakes almost always look better than they taste - the wedding cake prepared by the Sonnenalp pastry chef was the highlight! Tons and tons of people commented on how delicious it was. Finally, but most importantly, I must mention the Sonnenalp's wedding coordinator Amy. Simply put, we could not have pulled off a destination wedding without her. From start to finish, Amy exuded professionalism and was always very responsive to our many questions and requests. Somehow Amy makes each couple feel like all her focus is on them; even though the Sonnenalp hosts lots of weddings, in our interactions with Amy we always felt special and that we had her full attention. Amy thought of every detail, no matter how small - making sure to get our input on lots of things we'd never even have thought to mention. She also ensured the day itself went smoothly, and did a great job of coordinating with all our vendors in the lead-up to the wedding so we could focus on each other and our guests. Thank you so much to Amy and the entire Sonnenalp staff for making our wedding so memorable!

e entire process and we lucked out. She and her staff were extremely kind and professional. You can tell right from the get-go that they knew what they were doing and had executed several beautiful wedding day events. And that's exactly what you want to see and feel when searching for your wedding venue. She explained everything with great detail and we left feeling very confident in their abilities. Long story short we selected the Sonnenalp and had the best day of our lives! The team was very responsive and proactive. Amy even let us know that she would be out of the office for a couple days just in case we needed to reach her for anything. We were 6 months away from our date when she did this, talk about being professional and making sure your clients are taken care of! The day before the wedding we had our walk-through with our wedding party and Amy. It was smooth and to the point. Amy worked with our wedding planner and we devised a plan of attack for the big day. Our ceremony was just what we expected. The Sonnenalp had everything set up just how we wanted. They worked with our vendors and didn’t encounter any issues. We had our ceremony outside and it was beautiful with the scenery and stream in the background. The only thing we would point out is that the pool is technically open for hotel guests during the ceremony. Keep in mind all guests and wedding party have to walk by the pool to the ceremony site. This meant there were people swimming and hanging by the pool 5 minutes before the wedding BUT Amy did an amazing job in explaining the situation to the hotel guests. No one was swimming when we walked down the aisle but guests were sitting there watching. Honestly, it wasn’t a big deal at all and it was actually a cool experience because the guests were considerate and understood the magnitude of the event. We had our cocktail hour by the pool and by the time our ceremony was over all the people by the pool were gone. The dinner was one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Service was outstanding and all guests were taken care of. We would choose the Sonnenalp Hotel 100 times over because of the beautiful location and service we received. If you’re on the fence about this venue you should go for it because we promise, you won’t regret it! -Jenna & Graham Sisson

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most importantly, the feel and experience are really something unique and memorable. It is palpable that everyone at this family run hotel really cares about your special day and hopes to welcome you back even after your wedding. Amy is so thorough and thoughtful, she really made us feel taken care of from start to finish. We had so many compliments from our guests about the beautiful setting, amazing food (best ever!) and how much they enjoyed their hotel stay. They could not have made the planning process any easier, nor made the night more perfect. I wish we could do it all over again!

tes weddings at the Sonnenalp, is so efficient and is a dream to work with. My daughter’s wedding day was perfect, I couldn’t recommend this venue more highly!

- the service was amazing and they truly made us feel at home. Our family and friends loved the venue as much as we did and we cannot wait to visit the Sonnenalp for years to come.

ktail hour/reception, but their customer service is incomparable. The food is absolutely amazing & the European charm of the hotel makes you want to stay forever!! We had a ceremony on top of the mountain, then moved to the Sonnenalp for cocktail hour & reception. Everything was executed perfectly & their experience & professionalism took all the work off of us! 10/10 would not change anything about our wedding day there!

re accommodating, kind, and everything turned out AMAZING! This venue is ideal if you want to enjoy the outdoors without having to worry about weather on your event date. Everything is covered by glass, and surrounded by a gorgeous outdoor space. We continuously received compliments on how delicious the food was & how fun the entertainment was (they had live music in the Kings Club - where we hosted our Welcome Party). This venue has so much character & class - a true Vail Village classic. It was an amazing evening we will never forget!

ctivities began with a cocktail reception adjacent to Gore Creek with Vail Mountain serving as the backdrop setting. The dinner and dance was held in Ludwig's - a glass terrace room with retractable glass ceiling and walls that can be open or closed. Amy Lilyquist was hands down the best event planner I have ever worked with - from Sonnenalp's attention to every detail, the property's elegant spaces, knowledgeable staff, delicious food and a beautiful mountain wedding cake. Amy coordinated the details for all of our vendors from the flowers, DJ, Photographer, videographer, and the end of the evening pedi-cab send off. Their staff accommodated special guest requests for vegetarian and gluten free meals along with special attention for guests with mobility needs. The wedding day was magical - perfect from beginning to end. You will not be disappointed.

e wedding went off without a hitch! The wedding, the food and the reception were more than we had hoped for!

only one she is planning. The Sonnenalp is one of the more beautiful venues in Vail. We cannot recommend it enough!

welcoming for the first night of our wedding celebration.

ose warm rooms. Amy, the wedding coordinator is a master at her job and we couldn’t have enjoyed working with her more. Simply put, have your wedding here. It will be as perfect as they can make it.

team member puts in truly makes a difference. One of best aspects of the venue is quality of the food and amenities. We received countless comments on how quality the food was and everyone genuinely enjoyed their meal. You will not be disappointed with anything on the menu and people actually ate the cake because it was so good. The setup of the venue makes for a great day as well. The ceremony site is very intimate and worked well for our wedding of 100 people. The ceremony moves perfectly into the cocktail hour and allows guests to see the reception space in Ludwig’s as a whole new venue. The reception space in Ludwig’s is an absolutely perfect elegant mountain wedding venue. The open roof really makes the space unique and the placement of the bar worked great too. The Sonnenalp and its team surpassed our wildest dreams and we could not have been happier with our choice.