by G. Kunkel

Created on: May 08, 2010   Last Updated: May 11, 2010

Cheap ski lodging at a Colorado ski resort sounds like an oxymoron. Lodging is usually one of the big travel expenses when traveling on a ski vacation in Colorado. If you stay for a week of skiing or snowboarding, you may feel like you just sold your first-born.

As a budget traveler to Colorado ski resorts, I’ve found cheap ski lodging at even the most expensive ski resorts in Colorado. Those who are looking for a clean warm bed, a hot shower, and cheap local transportation combined with world-class skiing and snowboarding – you can find it all. Ski lodging isn’t expensive for those willing to do without the luxuries.

Aspen:
The St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums is the secret budget lodging of choice in Aspen, Colorado. It is located within walking distance of downtown Aspen yet offers a variety of economy lodging options. The cheapest lodging choice are the shared single gender hostel rooms with shared single gender bathrooms. A bed in a hostel room starts at $39/night in low ski season and $57/night in high ski season. The hostel rates include a free continental breakfast, use of the steam room & pool, guest laundry, and free internet access. There is free off-street parking and the free ski shuttle bus system is two blocks away. (800) 817-2069 or (970) 925-3220. http://www.stmoritzlodge.com/

Vail:
Roost Lodge is the budget lodging of choice in Vail, Colorado. It is located in West Vail just off the Interstate 70 Frontage Road. Single lodge rooms start at $69/night and can be booked online for a discounted rate. The rooms are clean, warm, modern, but are absolutely no-frills. The nightly rate includes a free continental breakfast, use of the hot tub, and free internet access. There is free off-street parking and the free Vail ski resort bus shuttle system is a five-minute walk away. (970) 476-5451. http://roost-vail-lodging.com/

Breckenridge:
The Fireside Inn Bed & Breakfast & Hostel is the inexpensive ski lodging of choice for singles, couples, and families in Breckenridge, Colorado. It is conveniently located in downtown Breckenridge and is a short walk away from the Breck Connect Gondola. The dormitory rooms start at $31/night in low ski season and $45/night in high ski season. All guests have access to the hot tub, free wi-fi, microwave, refrigerator, and snowboard storage racks. Restaurants and nightlife are within easy walking distance. (970) 453-6456. http://firesideinn.com/

Crested Butte:
Crested Butte International Lodge and

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