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If you?re planning a vacation to Breckenridge, Colorado, chances are you?re overwhelmed by the lodging options available. A quick internet search will result in thousands of links that lead to a variety of hotels, condos, townhomes, vacation homes, and ski-in, ski-out accommodations. So, what option is best for you? The first step in beginning to answer this question is to identify exactly what the options mean and how they match your needs.

? Hotels. It probably doesn?t take much of a stretch of the imagination to picture the traditional hotel room set-up. Two double beds, a night stand, a television, and maybe a few extras like a coffee maker or refrigerator are the standards in most American hotels. A benefit to hotels is the added amenities such as a pool, exercise room, and restaurants. The drawbacks, of course, include space and lots of neighbors nearby. A hotel doesn?t usually offer much more than one large room (with the exception of suites), so be prepared to spend some quality time in close quarters with your travelling companions. If you?re planning a long trip, a hotel might begin to make you feel a bit claustrophobic. However, if your trip is short, it might be the easiest and most affordable option.

? Condos or Townhomes. Condos or townhomes are prevalent in ski towns such as Breckenridge. Each unit normally offers more than one bedroom, a kitchen, living area, bathroom, and added features such as balconies and the extra amenities of home. Drawbacks are similar to hotels in that there will be people above, below, or on either side of you, but there are many benefits to consider as well. Like hotels, condos and townhomes normally include extra amenities like pools and hot tubs. In addition, they also come equipped with a fully functioning kitchen so you can save money by cooking meals at home. Additionally, you?ll certainly find more room in a condo or townhome, so more people can have that added breathing room.

? Rental Home. A freestanding vacation home brings all of the benefits of a condo or townhome without the threat of noisy (or nosey) neighbors. Renting an entire house will give you the comfort of having a home away from home, but you won?t have to worry about the mortgage payments. You?ll likely have more space that you would in a condo or townhome, but might not have the added amenities like a pool or hot tub. Additionally, you?ll want to consider location when you rent a vacation home. While condos, townhomes, and hotels might be closer to the ski resort, homes could be a bit more remote and farther away. However, this might be as much a benefit as it is a drawback, depending on your vacation plans.

? Ski-in, Ski-out. Some hotels, condos, townhomes, and rental homes may also be ski-in, ski-out accommodations. This means exactly what the name implies: you?ll literally be able to ski from your door to the slopes. While the obvious benefits are certainly location and convenience, the drawbacks will more likely hit your pocket book. Ski-in, ski-out accommodations are normally also the most expensive options, but often the money is worth the convenience.

There really is no right or wrong way to plan your vacation in Breckenridge; there are just different choices for different people. Still, it will certainly help your planning to go into the range of options with a vision of what and where you?d like to stay. Most importantly, however, look into your options by talking with rental companies or researching them online. With a bit of preparation, you?ll likely find the perfect fit for your Breckenridge vacation.

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Having lived in Breckenridge nearly all her life, Monique Mertrandes is an avid skier, snowboarder, cyclist, hiker, and all-around nature lover. She’s happy to help visitors get the most out of their Breckenridge vacations by recommending the best happy hour spots or suggesting where to get the best Breckenridge lodging deals.

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