What’s New at Alyeska Resort for the 2025/26 Ski Season?
From private helipad access to ski-in speed dating, Alaska’s premier resort is redefining winter luxury and mountain adventure. Alyeska Resort in Girdwood has unveiled a dynamic lineup of new experiences and events for the 2025/26 season, with updates to its premium offerings, seasonal programming, and elevated après-ski moments.
What Is the Black Diamond Club at Alyeska Resort?
Now in its second ski season, the Black Diamond Club (BDC) is Alyeska’s most exclusive luxury experience, offering:
Private top-floor access via keycard
36 redesigned rooms and suites (including a 1,971 sq. ft. Glacier Presidential Suite)
Helipad access to cat- and heli-skiing in the Chugach Mountain range
Personal ski valet, daily concierge, and private lounge with après cocktails
Prices from $699/night for club rooms to $3,999/night for the suite
Perfect for editorial angles on next-level ski hospitality, alpine design, or luxury lodge trends.
What Are the Must-Know Events at Alyeska for Winter 25/26?
ULLR FEST – December 6, 2025
Norse mythology meets mountain mayhem with bonfires, a fire circus, and ski-burning rituals. Open-air for all ages, with a 21+ afterparty inside the Sitzmark.
Nordic Noël Market – December 14, 2025
Artisan gifts, mulled wine, kids’ crafts, and roasted chestnuts in a festive, light-filled alpine village atmosphere.
The Santa Suite – Dec 10, 2025 – Jan 5, 2026
Holiday-themed luxury room with valley views, a decorated Christmas tree, and a special Santa-approved s’mores amenity. Rates from $899/night.
Oakley Scavenger Hunt – January 5–9, 2026
Daily gear drops hidden across the mountain. Clues posted on @resortalyeska.
Lifts for Love – February 12, 2026
Chairlift speed dating returns: seven-minute rides, cozy bonfire, sweet treats, and post-event matches. A media-friendly favorite from last season.
Demo Days – February 2026 (TBA)
Try the season’s top gear from leading brands with live music, giveaways, and a mountain-side pop-up bar.
What Are the New Experiences for Skiers and Families?
Complimentary Mountain Host Tours – Starting December 1, 2025
Daily 10:30 AM tours for intermediate skiers to explore terrain, learn the mountain, and orient themselves with expert guidance.
Kids Ski Free (Ages 6 & Under)
A new initiative making family ski travel more accessible at Alaska’s premier resort.
What’s New in Après-Ski and Culinary Offerings?
GREATLAND Bar & Lounge
Newly opened lounge centered around Alyeska’s iconic stone fireplace. Features:
Mountain-view seating
Locally inspired cocktails
Day-to-night social energy in the heart of the resort
Seven Glaciers Restaurant
Still a centerpiece of Alyeska’s culinary scene, this AAA Four Diamond Award-winning restaurant offers panoramic views of seven hanging glaciers and elevated alpine cuisine.
What Wellness Experiences Are Offered at Alyeska?
Nordic Spa & Twilight Soak (5–9 PM Daily)
Alyeska is home to Alaska’s first-ever Nordic spa, featuring:
Hot & cold hydrotherapy pools
Halotherapy, Finnish & aromatherapy saunas
Alaskan sea salt exfoliation room
Massage treatments + heated walking paths
Health benefits include muscle recovery, improved immunity, and reduced inflammation — ideal for post-ski restoration.
Is Alyeska on the Ikon Pass?
Yes. Ikon Pass holders can enjoy:
7 days at Alyeska (no blackout dates)
5 days for Ikon Base Pass holders (no blackout dates)
Alyeska also available on Ikon Session Pass (blackout dates apply)
Visit ikonpass.com for full 2025/26 access details.
Why Cover Alyeska This Season?
Luxury lodge travel is trending — and Alyeska’s Black Diamond Club offers one of North America’s most exclusive ski experiences
Media-friendly events like Lifts for Love, ULLR Fest, and the Nordic Noël Market provide great visuals and storylines
Family and wellness hooks expand reach to broader lifestyle audiences
Direct access to backcountry and heli-skiing appeals to adventure and gear-focused outlets
About Alyeska Resort: Alyeska Resort is Alaska’s premier year-round destination featuring 299 rooms, a 40-passenger aerial scenic tram, an indoor saltwater pool, a 50,000 sq.ft Nordic Spa and eight dining options, including Seven Glaciers, the resort’s AAA Four Diamond Award restaurant with unparalleled views overlooking seven hanging glaciers. First opened in 1994, the property was acquired in 2018 by Pomeroy Lodging, a Canadian hospitality company that also operates the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge and Kananaskis Nordic Spa in the Canadian Rockies. In 2023, it became the first and only mountain in Alaska on the Ikon Pass and in 2024 they launched their Black Diamond Club offering premium accommodations, services, and amenities exclusive to the resort’s 8th-floor guests. With 1,610 skiable acres, 76 named trails, and over 600 inches of snow annually, the resort is truly a playground for all levels of skiers and riders. A gateway to the Chugach Mountains, the resort seamlessly entwines luxury accommodations with convenient access to nature. Their summertime experience offers a peek into the vast wilderness of this breathtaking mountain range that is home to numerous wildlife and flora species. Alyeska Resort was also honored in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards in both 2024 and 2025, further cementing its reputation as a top global destination. To learn more visit alyeskaresort.com.
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About Pomeroy Lodging: Pomeroy Lodging is an independent hospitality company based in Alberta, Canada. Managing a wide portfolio of hotels, resorts, and spas since 1941, Pomeroy Lodging is deeply invested in the communities in which they operate. Their investments go beyond the walls of their hotels and the land they build on. They are dedicated to making their people, partners, guests, and communities strong, successful and sustainable. Pomeroy Lodging is driven to make a difference because they cherish where they come from and where they grow. Pomeroy Lodging has a dedicated leadership team with a clear vision for business development and partnership opportunities that provide development and growth opportunities to all employees.
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