The Lodge at Blue Sky - An Auberge Resort Review
Our Verdict
The Lodge at Blue Sky Review
The Lodge at Blue Sky is your mountain luxury home away from home. Located just 35 minutes from the Salt Lake City (SLC) airport, the location is easy to get to but a world away from everything else. The 3,500 acre retreat in the Wasatch Mountains is the perfect place to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with nature.
The Lodge at Blue Sky, an Auberge Resort is rather boutique and intimate with 46 total guest rooms. The accommodations are split into three categories: Sky Rooms & Suites, Earth Suites and Creek Houses. There are 19 Sky Suites that are 1 and 2 bedroom suites located in the lodge. There are 16 Earth Suites and 6 Deluxe Earth Suites; these are freestanding villas near the lodge, but not attached. And there are 5 Creek Houses about a 5-minute walk from the lodge and are located along Alexander Creek.
Earth Suites
Creek Houses
The Lodge at Blue Sky is the ultimate private nature retreat featuring signature restaurant Yuta, Bar + Lounge, fitness center, iconic infinity pool, Edge Spa, and plenty of outdoor activities.
This review is based off of our personal stay in August of 2020. And don’t forget, if you are planning to stay at the The Lodge at Blue Sky, book through Virtuoso to take advantage of exclusive complimentary extras like a room upgrade (subject to availability at check-in), $100 USD resort credit, daily breakfast and a welcome amenity. To request Virtuoso rates, just visit liveluxetravelco.com/virtuoso.
From the moment you step foot into Sky Lodge, you will feel like you are right at home. The design and architecture of this property is very modern, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t feel warm and welcoming.
The lobby of Sky Lodge features large picturesque windows, dramatic tall ceilings and plenty of areas to lounge.
Our Room
During our stay at The Lodge at Blue Sky, we stayed in a Sky Room located in the Sky Lodge. No matter the accommodation at the Lodge at Blue Sky, they are all unforgettable.
From the moment you open the door to your room, you will be surrounded by luxury. The Sky Rooms are quite spacious at over 570 sq feet with a 115 sq ft outdoor patio. The Sky Lodge rooms feature a king bed or two twins, an open-concept layout, living area with sofa and chaise, private terrace and ensuite bathroom. And these rooms have sunrise or sunset views.
Our Sky Lodge room, 14, had a sunset and canyon view, which wasn’t bad to look at. With the way this property was built, there isn’t a room without an incredible view.
At The Lodge at Blue Sky, it’s the little details that really make all of the difference. How long has it been since you stayed at a 5-star hotel that gave you a real key to the room instead of a key card?
The bathroom was very spa inspired. It featured a large counter with dual vanities, an oversized soaking tub, a large walk in shower and a separate water closet. The bathroom featured tile that was carried throughout all of the walls and around the tub. The water closet had a high-tech toilet that flushed with the waive of your hand above the tank.
The toiletries at The Lodge at Blue Sky were a hand crafted Mountain Blend featuring fir, sage and other natural ingredients.
The rooms also feature a Nespresso machine (which has become one of our favorite in-room amenities), a complimentary snack basket and mini fridge that which are replenished daily.
Amenities
The Lodge at Blue Sky has plenty of amenities for a small boutique property. The Sky Lodge features a fitness center and movement studio on the second floor.
The fitness center had 4 treadmills, 2 ellipticals, 2 Peloton bikes (another thing we now look for at hotels and resorts), a few cable machines, plenty of free weights and the Mirror. There is plenty of equipment to get a good sweat session in, but you won’t want to make it a quick workout with the incredible views.
There are two pools at the resort. The main pool which is located just off the outdoor dining patio of Yuta and the second pool is at Edge Spa.
The main pool features an infinity edge with breathtaking views of the canyon and Alexander peak. The main pool is great because there is food and beverage service and plenty of chairs.
If you’re looking for a more private and quiet pool experience to read a book or lay out and get some sun, then head to the Edge Spa pool.
While we didn’t have any treatments done at Edge Spa, we did tour the facilities and the treatment rooms were very nice offering views of Alexander Creek.
Dining
Whether you are a foodie or just looking for a delicious meal, you will definitely find it at Blue Sky.
Helmed by James Beard Award-Winning Executive Chef, Galen Zamarra, dining at Blue Sky is inspired by—and revolves around—the incredible ingredients found throughout our lush mountain landscape.
Yuta's menu draws inspiration from a deep reverence for the land and the many cultures that have passed through this lush mountain region. Yuta, meaning mountain top in Ute, delivers a regional cuisine based on the cultures that historically inhabited the area.
During the first night of our stay, we dined at Yuta. And we had one of the best dining experiences that we have had in some time. The service was incredible, the food was incredible and the ambiance of Yuta makes for the perfect meal.
If you like spirits, start with the Indian Paintbrush cocktail. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and refreshing. For our actual meal we tried the Blue Sky burger and the crispy trout filet with cilantro lime rice. Both were solid options.
If you aren’t a morning person, the breakfast at Yuta will make you want to get out of bed in the morning. For breakfast we started with the pastries, coffee and then each ordered an entree. Everything we had was delicious.
Breakfast is on the lighter side, so if you are a big eater, you might want to start with the pastries or order some sides to go with your breakfast.
Service
As we drove up to the front drive at The Lodge at Blue Sky, we were greeted at a distance with a wave. We were then greeted by name when the car doors were opened.
The staff really made an effort to get to know us during the check-in process and during a tour of the property. We had the best waiter when dining at Yuta on our first night. He was really friendly, wanted to get to know us and made sure our dining experience was tailored to us. We never once felt rushed or like it was taking too long to eat dinner.
Even if The Lodge at Blue Sky is more of a relaxed atmosphere, the service is still top notch and what you would expect when staying at a 5-star property.
How are they handling COVID?
If you’re like us, when traveling to another state you are always curious what the regulations are going to be and how strictly they in-force social distancing guidelines.
The Lodge at Blue Sky is adhering to all state and local government regulations and following the Auberge Health and Services practices. All employees were wearing masks, there were hand sanitizer stations located in the lobby, in the fitness center, at the pool and in the hallways that lead to Sky Rooms & Suites.
There were plexiglass partitions up at the front desk to protect guests and staff during the check-in process.
Facial coverings are required in any public space on property unless you are eating, drinking or working out.
Overall Impression
We can’t wait to plan a return visit to The Lodge at Blue Sky. A luxury mountain getaway is the perfect way to relax and explore nature. Especially with COVID, it’s nice to visit a boutique property that limits your exposure to others and offers plenty of place to socially distance.
Our entire stay was incredible. The hospitality was outstanding, we felt safe, and most importantly we enjoyed our stay as we were able to do as much or as little each day as we wanted.
And we almost forgot to mention that The Lodge at Blue Sky is pet friendly. And it’s a great place if you bring your four-legged friend to get out in nature.
Needless to say, The Lodge at Blue Sky will likely will become a yearly destination for the three of us.
Extra Perks
And don’t forget, when you book The Lodge at Blue Sky with Live Luxe Travel Co., through our Virtuoso partnership, you’ll receive a $100 resort credit to use on dining or at Edge Spa, daily breakfast for two, a room upgrade and a welcome amenity.