Where the Wood River cuts through five mountain ranges, we are crafting something extraordinary.
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Nestled between five mountain ranges and far from metropolitan hubs, Sun Valley has a unique and adventurous spirit that mirrors its unrivaled topography. The mountains provide not only a picture perfect backdrop, but a canvas for some of the best skiing and outdoor activity anywhere.
Winter Splendor - A place to discover, to hunker down, and to venture forth… our hotel sets the tone for an authentic Sun Valley adventure. A contemporary base camp for the well-travelled, Appellation’s design expresses craft, honest materials and intentional details with a personal point of view. Snow-heavy peaks intensify the feeling of refuge, the warmth of wool and the crackle of the fire.
Summer Expedition - A window to endless summer adventures, our hotel embraces nature with indoor/outdoor connectivity and design cues that blur the boundary between landscape and ‘inscape’. Interiors bathed in late afternoon sun feature nature vistas framed as art. Simplicity in design is a hallmark with tactile finishes and dramatic contrasts. Furnishings offer residential comfort for imagination and celebration
By The Numbers
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79 guestrooms welcome adventurers in every season. Each thoughtfully appointed with great views, a crackling fireplace and modern mountain materials that deliver luxury.
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Penthouse residences occupy most of the top two floors. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass connect guests with nature at every turn.
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Signature Charlie Palmer cuisine is featured across our three-meal restaurant, lobby bar and exterior patio.
Appellation focuses on culinary integration efficiently leveraging all outlets as profit centers with high ancillary spend and a strong local following.
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From intimate Maker Spaces to small group meeting rooms Appellation event spaces in Sun Valley are thoughtful and accommodating. The ballroom features our signature Exhibition Kitchen, plenty of natural light and opens out to patios and endless views.
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A state-of-the-art fitness center offers local memberships and promotes health and wellbeing for guests.
A mountain spa boasts an inspiring outdoor creek-side patio along with tranquil treatment rooms and relaxation lounges.
A 60’ lap pool and additional thermal pool overlooks Trail Creek and accommodates guests and locals with poolside food and beverage.
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Perched on top of the hotel is the crowning jewel - literally. Our own observatory - the only hotel observatory in Idaho - gives you a look into the heavens and makes the most of Sun Valley’s Dark Sky Reserve while also serving up views of the mountains.
The Soul of Sun Valley
Sun Valley is defined by adventure. It has been a sought-after destination since visionary W. Averell Harriman set forth to evolve the mining town of Ketchum, Idaho into America’s first Ski Destination Resort. The people of Sun Valley embrace life and all of the wonders and activities this area has to offer. While the fly fishing, biking, hiking and winter sports are unrivaled, films, performing arts, music and visual arts are equally anchored into this place.
An inspirational home to makers like Ernest Hemmingway and innovators Scott Optics, people here make their own path. In fact Sun Valley is home to the world’s first chairlift installed in 1936.
All of that innovation happens under a nightly display of pure wonder. Sun Valley is a certified dark sky community and revealing a night sky that’s as vast and compelling as the mountains that reach for it during the day.
The spirit of Sun Valley and Appellation are one in the same. We celebrate all the best of this incredible community through our innovative culinary, local craft and genuine hospitality.
The Place
Sun Valley has a rich history of appreciation for the outdoors and technical innovation. What started as a mining boom town in the late 1800’s, Sun Valley reflects the down-to-earth characteristics of the people who call it home. Today visitors enjoy the year round activities, festivals, and local mountain cuisine.
The People
Sun Valley is a story of makers and their determination to succeed. This place was born out of grit and continues that spirit today.
By almost every measure W. Averell Harriman was an innovator, and visionary. He saw the immeasurable potential in Sun Valley with clarity and had the drive to will it into being.
The Food
The soil, water, clean air, and climate are perfect for growing Idaho’s famous potatoes as well as some of the world’s best sugar beets, grains, onions, mint and beans The Wood River Valley has a long history of sheep ranching and was once one of the largest sheep shipping centers of the world.
Bringing New Luxury to Ketchum
Appellation Sun Valley introduces a new level of luxury accommodations and services in downtown Ketchum - the heart of the Sun Valley market. This 4 ½ star hotel includes 73 guest rooms and 12 for sale penthouse condominiums with spectacular views inside and out.
Guests will enjoy all the amenities and experiences that the modern-day traveler seeks in a premier mountain resort while being hyper-connected to the community – a place where locals want and need to be.
Signature Charlie Palmer food and beverage, luxury spa, rooftop observatory, fitness center, pool, and retail outlets are waiting to welcome everyone from first time visitors to longtime residents.
Places to Gather
Versatile indoor and outdoor spaces provide the perfect place to meet, celebrate, or create new connections. Intimate Maker Spaces are perfect for small gatherings and larger groups of up to 150 people enjoy the ballroom, outdoor patios, rooftop observatory deck.
Places to Learn
Our team of culinary experts along with local artists, makers, and innovators can be found throughout our lobby and meeting spaces eager to share their knowledge, experience, and techniques with hotel guests and members of the community. Some conversations are informal and others are more instructional. Come learn how to tie the perfect fly, brew the best cup of coffee you’ve ever had, or just find out more about the local cultural scene.
Places to Delight
When you bring a new luxury hotel to an adventurous place like Sun Valley, beautiful rooms and mountain views aren’t enough -- the food and drinks have to be an adventure, too. Signature Charlie Palmer cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, an exceptional coffee and bakery experience, and a rooftop observatory are just some of the ways even the most adventurous palates will be delighted here.
We’re Counting The Days Until We Can Explore Together…
Opening Q1 2026
Until then, sign-up for our insider updates. You will get first looks at the property and features, recipes and tips from Charlie Palmer and first-in-line access for reservations for our restaurant, spa and spacious rooms.
For information on residential reservation and sales, please contact Jack Bariteau (Designated Broker Number DB39912) at Waypoint Real Estate Services. Call (650) 906-5636 or email jack@waypointsunvalley.com.