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Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

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(66)best-of-weddings

28194 US HWY 6, Keystone, CO

About This Vendor

Legendary Surroundings, Unbelievable Charm

Nestled at the base of the Continental Divide’s splendid peaks sits Black Mountain Lodge, a place where breathtaking views and fine cuisine unite to make your day a memorable one. Arapahoe Basin’s Black Mountain Lodge is the perfect setting for your wedding or next function.

Amenities + Details

Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor - Covered
Outdoor - Not Covered
Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Ballroom, Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner

Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/12/2020 by Alli C
This was our dream venue and when COVID almost threw a wrench in it, we were devastated! However, Meredith and her team made sure we could have the BEST possible wedding with the amazing mountain backdrop. We switched from a full ceremony, cock...
tail, and reception to a ceremony/cocktail hour and the Arapahoe Basin team were so accommodating. We had zoom calls and in-person meetings with Meredith leading up to the big day to make sure all of our questions were answered and we felt great about the day's plans. On the day of, Meredith could not have been more helpful. She handled everything with ease and I didn't have to worry about a thing. 1000/10 recommend this venue!
Reviewed On 10/02/2020 by Amy S
My fiancee and I looked at nearly every ski resort for our Summer 2020 wedding. We knew we wanted something adventurous with an amazing view. Choosing A-Basin was the best wedding decision we made. Meredith worked tirelessly and stood by our si...
de through every rough patch Covid threw at us. We moved our July wedding date to September, we downsized the guest list drastically, and a month before the event, we cut the whole wedding in half to only a ceremony and cocktail hour. Meredith made us feel like we weren't alone, like we had a friend's shoulder to cry on. And when our wedding day finally arrived, she did all she could to keep our guests comfortable and safe. Even with a socially distant ceremony and cocktail hour, the staff made it feel "normal". And we cannot say enough amazing words about the food!!! The culinary team at Black Mountain Lodge is by far, hands down, the best in the business. They custom catered our cocktail hour menu to suit us and our favorites. If you want to work with the best of the best in Colorado, don't hesitate to host your wedding here. With Meredith, you will be in the best of hands.
Reviewed On 8/08/2020 by TJ B
Meredith and the people at Arapahoe Basin did an absolutely amazing job helping us through this very difficult time and worked with us to help get our wedding to happen! We were so thrilled to have been able to go there and get married. There ...
aren’t many more beautiful places to get married. Not to mention the chairlift ride up and their ability to work well with our vendors was outstanding! If I could I would give them more stars!
Reviewed On 11/14/2019 by Peggy A
What a fantastic experience we had hosting my daughter's wedding at the Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin!! The day was truly magical, thanks to our coordinator extraordinaire, Meredith!! She didn't miss a trick, from booking the venue, ...
to after the dessert was served, she was there for every detail, so incredibly organized, and was such a DREAM to work with!! Loved that we were able to have the tasting in the evening at the venue, so we could get a feel for how the room would look for the wedding!! Meredith's vendor list was so helpful, and I can't speak highly enough about her, and her making our day so special!! The food - what can I say about the food - it was so incredibly delicious!! Every guest was gushing how fantastic everything tasted - and the portions were tremendous - I'm still drooling thinking about all the delicious food we had!! The entire staff couldn't have been more lovely to everyone, and made us all feel very, very special!! I would love to have all of my events there, that's how perfect it was!! We have such wonderful memories of the day, that we will treasure forever because of Meredith, the staff, the venue, the food, everything!! It was all INCREDIBLE!!
Reviewed On 10/19/2019 by Katie S
Meredith, Havila, and the entire Arapahoe Basin staff were all incredibly friendly, professional, and accommodating. I have grown up skiing at A-Basin and always knew I wanted to get married there. From what my fiance and I could find, it was t...
he most affordable and accessible ski area to get married at in Colorado. The food and drinks were amazing. For our entree, we had a duet of incredibly tender steak and salmon with two delicious sauces, broccolini, and smoked potatoes. The portion sizes were generous (some of our guests brought home leftovers for the next day) and they were very flexible with our guests who had dietary restrictions. I know we are biased, but my family thought it was the best food we've ever had at a wedding. Steve Vlass and Chris Ryback were great to work with and secured us my favorite sour beer from Crooked Stave, as well. The views are the best and all of our out-of-town guests were blown away. Although it is somewhat necessary to have shuttles to transport guests back to their hotels, I think it was worth it. We also felt the need to have an oxygen bar for our guests from sea-level. Many of them really appreciated that and it was a fun add-on. Although planning a wedding is always stressful, Havila and Meredith made it as seamless and easy as possible. Particularly on the day-of, they made it so easy to be present in the moment and stress-free. For our vendors, we used Megan Newton (photographer), Josh Cherry (DJ), Olivia Terry (flowers), Peak Oxygen (oxygen bar), and Peak One Express (shuttles). We highly recommend all of them! Thank you so much to all that contributed to our unforgettable day!
Reviewed On 10/11/2019 by David S
A-Basin was the very first thing we booked for our wedding. We visited nearly all the ski areas in the area before making our decision. A-Basin is unique because the venue is mid-mountain and they only do one wedding a day. It was the only v...
enue we looked at where you really feel you are in the mountain. The view from the outside deck where your ceremony takes place is amazing. The fact that they only do one wedding a day was also a huge plus. We also liked that A-Basin isn't a part of a huge corporate ski empire. We also enjoyed talking to and working with Meredith - she definitely also factored into our decision as well. And she and her team really took care of us and helped us have a perfectly executed wedding day. The food at A-Basin is fantastic. We customized our menu, taking our favorite items from the tasting and adding additional things. Many of our guests said we had the best food at a wedding ever! We also liked the Black Mountain Lodge interior - its a simple wood structure that looks great but without the overdone elements that are in many mountain venues. A-Basin is also one of the few venues where you ride up on a ski lift. We definitely enjoyed that aspect. For many of our guests, this was probably the most adventurous thing they've ever done. The A-Basin staff and especially the lift operators really took care of them, stopping and slowing the lift as needed. Overall, we highly recommend having your wedding at A-Basin!
Reviewed On 10/08/2019 by Melanie H
The Basin is one of our most loved places in the galaxy - we are so glad we got to share our wedding day in our favorite place with our favorite people! Meredith & her team helped to make the wedding process so seamless. From the food, to Black...
Mtn Lodge, to the lift operators - everything was perfect. We can't thank Meredith enough for helping to create our perfect day; she was flexible with menu & cocktail requests, and even did a last minute table change to accommodate our over-the-top dessert table. Our guests were wowed by the venue & food, and everyone loved the chair lift ride. I cannot think of one thing I would change about our wedding day. Best day of our lives! So thankful for Meredith & the entire Basin team!
Reviewed On 10/07/2019 by Natalia A
ABasin is our favorite ski resort and as soon as we got engaged we knew we wanted to get married at the Black Mountain Lodge. This resort offers the best views in Colorado and is very reasonably priced. Our wedding coordinator Havila was great ...
to work with, she took care of everything. The entire ABasin team was outstanding too and made our day absolutely perfect and everything went so smoothly. Our guests loved riding the chairlift to the ceremony and many commented how good the food was. I would absolutely recommend ABasin for any couple looking for an outdoor alpine venue with unforgettable views.
Reviewed On 9/27/2019 by Amber H
What a great place for a wedding! We were looking for an outdoor mountain wedding with a feel of adventure and A-Basin was the best choice! We had only see the venue in the winter but it was just as beautiful in the late summer/early fall! M...
eredith was so great to work with. We had a rain delay but she kept everyone informed on the delay and the radar and we were able to wait out the rain and had a beautiful outdoor ceremony with the sun on the mountains. Our guests raved about the food, the views, and how much fun they had. The ski lift ride was a memorable experience for everyone and such a cool way to enter your wedding. All the staff that were running the lifts were also so kind and worked hard to dry off the lift chairs after the rain. They even extended their work hours without complaint to accommodate the rain delay and shift in the reception hours. The whole experience was so positive and memorable and we wouldn't have changed a thing!
Reviewed On 9/04/2019 by Lukas V
The most beautiful backdrop you could ask for and Meredith takes all the stress off your shoulders. Ok not all of it but she is amazing and the rest of the staff also incredible. We had many people comment about the food being the best they hav...
e ever had at a wedding. We even got rained out and Meredith sprung into action! She handed out ponchos, and moved everything inside and it made it that much more memorable. Wouldn't change a thing thank you so much for the experience!
Reviewed On 8/29/2019 by Karleigh S
We had the most magical, wonderful wedding! A-Basin is the perfect venue for your wedding. The amazing scenery will delight your guests and they will leave in awe of this beautiful place. Meredith, Havila, and all the staff are incredible. Our ...
day went off without a hitch and most importantly without any stress! The entire process was a breeze. I had numerous guests tell me afterwards that it was the best wedding they have ever attended. I had the wedding of my dreams, all thanks to the A-Basin team. Do yourselves a favor and get married at the Black Mountain Lodge! You will not be disappointed.
Reviewed On 8/20/2019 by Kate H
Black Mountain Lodge is the BEST wedding venue a bride could ask for! If you're deciding between A Basin and another venue, this is the one! Our guests we're in awe of the beautiful scenery and could not stop gushing about the fun chairlift rid...
e. The food is absolutely delicious and they have so many options to accommodate every couple. My favorite part about the lodge is that it requires very little decor. The huge windows that expose the beautiful mountain and classic hanging lights are more than enough to set the tone for a whimsical mountain wedding. Also, if you're not the best planner, I highly recommend A Basin for their amazing coordinators - Meredith & Havila. You won't have to worry about a thing when you're in their hands. I didn't keep track of time or even think about the time all evening. I was able to be fully present and enjoy every moment knowing that their team had everything coordinated and under control in conjunction with my other vendors. The entire process was low-stress and so enjoyable. I cannot recommend this venue enough! Everything about it is perfect.
Reviewed On 8/20/2019 by Leanna B
We had the wedding of our dreams at Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area. Meredith and Havila were wonderful to work with, providing assistance every step of the way. We scheduled our venue visit last-minute after viewing two venues ...
earlier in the day. Meredith was accommodating and provided the best overview, from taking us on the chairlift to offering a beverage of our choice at the top while discussing specifics – such a simple, yet sweet touch. Midway during the planning process, Havila became our day-of coordinator and she rocked it, communicating promptly via email, accommodating last-minute requests (I had my indecisive moments), and providing the best customer service throughout the process. Thank you, A-Basin, for truly making our day the best day of our lives.
Reviewed On 8/10/2019 by Cate S
What an amazing place to get married! From the venue, to the food to the staff, all 5++++ stars. Meredith was great to work with. She was beyond friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable and organized. Our guests will not stop raving about how gre...
at our wedding was. Highly, highly recommend!
Reviewed On 8/10/2019 by Courtney S
Havila and Meredith were outstanding in helping us create the wedding of our dreams, and everything went so smoothly! We absolutely loved our epic wedding at A Basin!!!!
Reviewed On 7/23/2019 by Kendall G
A-Basin is hands down, the most unique and exceptional venue in Colorado!! Getting married there was a dream come true! We were faced with several unexpected challenges since A-Basin was still open for ski season the weekend of our wedding (Jun...
e 29th!). Needless to say, this was something we had not anticipated. Meredith, Havila and the entire mountain staff came up with creative solutions, ensured our guests were taken care of and executed our day flawlessly. Their open and responsive communication was clutch and put me at ease during the final weeks. I could not have asked for anything more!
Reviewed On 10/14/2018 by Lynne P
What a dream come true! Being surrounded by our friends and family in such a magical setting truly made our wedding incredible! We have busy work schedules and Meredith was very accommodating and made everything flow so smoothly. Our friends ke...
ep raving about the food - and having s'mores with firepits in lieu of a cake was memorable. A-Basin was already a special place to us because we had our first date there...and now will be part of our lives forever.
Reviewed On 10/12/2018 by Samantha K
Our wedding was a dream at Black Mountain Lodge! Meredith is outstanding to work with, we had rave reviews on the food and the view blew everyone away! Our guests loved the ski lift ride! A breathtaking venue!
Reviewed On 9/07/2018 by Kelsey A
AMAZING! The venue itself is gorgeous, and they made all of our wedding dreams come true. Meredith was absolutely a pleasure to work with, the food was fantastic, and the staff was incredibly accommodating! The wedding party and guests loved ta...
king the lift to the ceremony and reception site, and we so enjoyed the privacy of having the lodge at the top of the mountain all to ourselves all night! 10/10 would recommend for a dream mountain wedding.
Reviewed On 9/04/2018 by Katie A
The most incredible venue! A Basin holds a special place in our hearts and it was a dream being able to have our family and friend together at our favorite spot. Havila and Meredith were amazing! They made the process so fun and stress-free. Th...
e entire A Basin staff did an incredible job from start to finish and made everything flow seamlessly. Our guests loved taking the chairlift to and from Black Mountain Lodge and would not stop commenting on the beauty of the venue.
Reviewed On 8/25/2018 by Lauren M
Absolutely amazing through and through! Meredith was wonderful to work with and we had rave reviews on the food and service. Would not change a thing... if you want a mountain wedding secure this spot!
Reviewed On 8/14/2018 by Darby O
THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! From start to finish, working with Meredith Smith and all of the staff at Arapahoe Basin was a dream. They helped us to plan and execute the wedding of our dreams without the least bit of stress.
Reviewed On 8/13/2018 by Lauren B
The A-Basin staff were excellent! Highly recommend this venue to any Colorado couples
Reviewed On 8/02/2018 by Jordan D
Where do I even begin?? If the views and the amazing chairlift ride up to your venue isn't enough to win you over, then the staff at BML will definitely do it. Everyone is so kind and go-with-the-flow and made us feel absolutely no stress. We d...
ealt with Meredith at first and she was so kind and fun when we met her, she gave us all of the information we needed to officially book the venue. Then closer to the wedding, we dealt with Havila for all things wedding day and she absolutely blew us away with how involved she was with the entire process. From table arrangements to how exactly our flower girls would get off the lift and down the aisle, Havila made our day run without any wrinkles! She not only answered all of our questions, but was also there for our families and accommodated them in every way she could. The rest of the staff was also accommodating-- they even drove all of our guests' strollers up the mountain for their little ones! I was amazed with how little I worried/stressed that day, because the BML staff took care of every detail. We ha the most amazing experience with them-- we wish we could throw another party up there! :)
Reviewed On 7/31/2018 by Kelsey B
A-basin took care of everything from the start! The attention to every single detail was outstanding. As a wedding photographer myself, I had very high expectations down to every last detail, and they helped knock it out of the park! The absolu...
te best day ever, best location, and most amazing staff. We booked this place before even seeing it in person, and it did not disappoint one bit! I wouldn't have changed a thing about our wedding. The food was amazing, views were great, amazing staff clearing plates quickly, etc. Overall a really awesome experience, I wish I could do the wedding over a million times. Thank you!
Reviewed On 12/21/2017 by Maura F
We were overjoyed to be married at A-Basin this past summer! Seriously, the best day ever. Meredith was a dream for a wedding coordinator throughout the entire process. Our Wedding Officiant accurately referred to her as the “Olivia Pope” of we...
ddings. She answered all questions no matter how insignificant and responded to emails in a timely matter. The venue is amazing and we received so many compliments on the amazing food, the day-of staff, the chairlift ride, and the views. We even had friends decide to get married there this March! We had the wedding of our dreams and we cannot recommend Black Mountain Lodge enough! THANK YOU!
Reviewed On 10/22/2017 by Jenny S
Black Mountain lodge is a magical place to get married. The views, food and staff are amazing. Meredith and Havila were supportive and responsive through the entire wedding process.
Reviewed On 10/22/2017 by Elise P
Thank you to Meredith and all the A-Basin staff - our wedding was a dream!
Reviewed On 10/20/2017 by Madeleine T
We LOVE ABasin, Meredith and Havila!! I grew up skiing at ABasin, and so it has always had a special place in my heart, but Meredith and Havila completely blew our expectations. I'm an event planner, so have high expectations for what I look fo...
r in vendors/venue/and staff, and Meredith and Havila completely went above and beyond. They were extremely quick to respond to my (many) emails, and were extremely knowledgeable and helpful. We didn't get lucky with great weather the day of, but Meredith, Havila and the whole staff were incredible. Meredith watched radars, Havila directed guests to move the ceremony inside, the staff passed out ponchos as guests got on the chairlift, and my now husband and I had complete control on whether we moved the ceremony indoors, kept it outside, took the chairlift, or were driven up. The staff at ABasin made us feel extremely comfortable no matter what we decided. There couldn't be a more beautiful setting for a wedding, and a rainy chairlift ride made for a good story for our guests :) The vendors they recommended were INCREDIBLE, we couldn't have been happier with our shuttle company (Fresh Tracks), photographer (Ashleigh Miller), or musicians/DJ (Drew Reges). Overall, you will be extremely happy if you have your wedding at ABasin and will start your married life on a GREAT foot ;) THANK YOU to ABasin for creating and supporting the greatest event we could have ever imagined!
Reviewed On 10/20/2017 by Mackenzie R
Getting married at A-basin was the experience of a life time. We received such great support from Meredith through the process from day one, and the staff day-of were amazing as well. It was an amazing experience for everyone, including amazi...
ng food, a fun chairlift ride, and a beautiful view. I tried to "shop" other places, and no place compared to A-basin in regards to value and beauty!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Tanya C
We are so happy we got married at BLM at A-Basin. It is truly a unique and memorable experience to get married where you ski. We are also excited that we are able to go back and enjoy the mountains and the delicious food again, unlike at othe...
r wedding venues. Meredith, Havila, and the staff at A-Basin are wonderful and very supportive and accommodating throughout the entire process. They are dedicated to making the wedding feel like your day, making sure we had drinks, food, and that everything was going accordingly to plan. We couldn't have asked to work with a more organized, professional, and compassionate group of individuals.
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Nathaniel H
The venue is one of the best kept secrets in the Rockies. The view is spectacular! The staff and event coordinator were very helpful and easy to work with. The food was amazing too! Couldn't have picked a better venue for our special day!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Tommy O
Great experience start to finish. Meredith and her team kept us updated in the year + we were working on our wedding. Meredith was great dealing with our PA and FL parents as we took them up for their first visit a year before the wedding dat...
e. You forget that people aren't used to that environment! In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Meredith was always available to us and worked through some minor issues with us with our attendee list. Rehearsal was super smooth and Meredith rolled with everything. Its easy to get stressed as the Bride and Groom and to see her not stressed was comforting. She clearly explained what needed to still happen between rehearsal and wedding and exactly when it needed to happen. If she didn't need to communicate with us, and could deal with a friend or vendor, she did. That helped removing additional stress. Day of was great. The venue was immaculate. The staff, doing I believe their 2nd wedding of the season was amazing. Thank you, Mary!!! The food was exactly as we requested and they dealt with some dietary restrictions with ease. Our vendors were in constant contact and everything was set up easily. I don't think we asked of anything out of the ordinary on the day of the wedding but it was nice to know that if we did, Meredith and Mary, and their teams would have bent over backwards to help us. We still have friends commenting on how amazing the venue and views were. What else can I say? The star rating is accurate, "Wow, the best ever!" We looked at other options the experience was really what was most important to us. BML checked off all the boxes and gave us a memory that will last for ever for the two of us and for all of our friends and family. I would recommend BML to anyone looking for a real mountain top wedding, and I'll gladly attend!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Michelle M
My wedding at A Basin was better than I ever could have imagined. My guests were blown away by the chairlift ride up to the lodge and by the views. Working with Meredith and the other A Basin staff was so easy and I really felt like they cared ...
about making my day perfect. Meredith worked with us to make sure we got everything we wanted within our budget. For dinner went with the BBQ and people were coming up to me all night saying how good the food was. On the day of the wedding I felt like the A Basin staff really went above and beyond. They were highly organized and everything was right on time. The little details matter and A Basin has those covered. They even made sure to make me a plate of appetizers when I was too busy taking photos to eat. Wish I could relive my wedding day at A Basin over and over again!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Allison B
This venue is incredible. It is so remote, and has such spectacular scenery. Our guests were talking for months about what an amazing experience it was from the experience riding the chair lift to the food. We compared pricing to other mountain...
resorts and A Basin was much more affordable as well. I would have changed nothing about our big day.
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Stephanie K
We had our dream wedding here at A-basin!! The ENTIRE staff was incredible helpful from day one! It made wedding planning easy, fun and stress-free. We truly appreciate the time, expertise, and assistance the staff showed throughout the proce...
ss. Truly was the best day for us!
Reviewed On 10/17/2017 by Monica T
There are not words to describe just how wonderful working with Meredith, Havila, and the team at Abasin was. The whole experience was flawless, easy, and fun! My husband (ah!) and I dreamed of riding a chairlift up to our wedding - at Abasin w...
e got that and so much more! First - it's affordable (in wedding terms). They were very flexible with us to help cut costs on our food and drink menu, and provided a helpful payment plan. Second - it's tasteful! From the incredible food and the service (throughout planning and the day of) to the views and experience, everything exceeded our expectations and impressed our guests. Third - it's personal. Your wedding is the only wedding at Abasin that day. You can work on a custom table plan with your wedding planner and spend time setting up the venue just how you like. Meredith and Havila were very quick to answer emails and phone calls, and even called me to check in and see what I needed help with. They were very patient with my million and one questions and were always happy and helpful! Lastly - We truly had the wedding of our dreams and I cannot say enough great things about the venue and amazing staff. THANK YOU!
Reviewed On 9/21/2017 by Katrina H
Black Mountain Lodge was the most amazing venue a girl could ask for. We met up with Meredith twice during the year and 4 months of planning and I was at ease every single time. Throughout the time we were planning the wedding Meredith emailed ...
me and answered all of my calls so quickly. We were able to customize our wedding to what we envisioned for our day. Throughout the day of my dream wedding Meredith kept everything running so smoothly, I did not have to stress at all. The second my ceremony was done and I walked back down the aisle and there was Meredith with my glass of champagne, a small detail I would never have thought about. The staff at A-Basin treated us like family and I cannot speak of them highly enough. If I had to do it all again I wouldn't change one thing about my wedding day. All of my friends and family could not look away from the amazing scenery and had nothing but good feedback about the food, chairlift, and staff. Book Black Mountain Lodge at A-Basin. You will not regret it!
Reviewed On 9/13/2017 by Katie H
To say that Meredith and Havila made our wedding at Black Mountain Lodge the best day of our lives would be an understatement. We knew without a shadow of a doubt that we wanted to get married a A-Bay, as it holds a special place in our hearts ...
throughout the ski season. Through our planning process over the last year and some months -- Meredith and Havila emailed us, called us, and met with us several times to ensure all bases were covered and all of our needs were tended to. They were able to accommodate so many of our requests, truly allowing us to customize our event! Havila even attended our rehearsal dinner offsite in Keystone to ensure our bridal party was informed and prepared to take the ski lift up as a part of our "aisle". From Meredith and Havila, to the excellent food prepared by the tending Chef, to the lifties and waitstaff -- every person we came in contact with was pleasant and helpful. Now if only we could get married there all over again!!!
Reviewed On 6/28/2017 by Kane H
Wow! I don't even know where to begin. This whole year and a half journey of planning our wedding has been EFFORTLESS with the help of Meredith and the Black Mountain Lodge crew. We visited the venue and met with Meredith only twice during this...
time as we live sort of far, she was able to help us get everything most via email. The venue is TO DIE FOR. It is THE MOST BREATHTAKING views and you definitely get the most bang for your buck at this venue. The experience of riding up to the venue on the ski lift was the most memorable thing for our guests. The food was top notch and I got so many compliments from guests that it was the best wedding food they had had and the best wedding they had ever been to. I cannot say enough about Meredith- she made sure my dreams came true down to timing of music, working with us to decorate, and answering ALL of our questions. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue to everyone wanting a true mountain experience. -Megan and Kane Hamilton
Reviewed On 4/29/2017 by Martina H
Great value for a truly unique venue. The setting is stunning on its own and does not require much in the way of decorations. Chris and his team did a great job with the meal. Alcohol selection was affordable. Meredith ran a tight ship from...
start to finish and was a huge help to me as I started panicking closer to the date. I cannot speak more highly of the entire A-Basin staff.
Reviewed On 10/18/2016 by Joshua L
The venue was the right price and the scenery was amazing. Definitely a better value than anything else we looked at. Having them provide everything except music was so convenient and reduced a lot of stress. Meredith was probably the most amaz...
ing part of the package as she made everything easy and fun!
Reviewed On 9/13/2016 by kalli o
Truly the best day of our life! Everything about Black Mountain Lodge was out of this world. From the majestic views, incredible food, and wonderful staff, ABasin truly delivers a 'legendary' experience;) Our guests raved about the unique setti...
ng, loved the chairlift, the staff was warm and attentive, and the food was truly amazing! From the very beginning Meredith made us feel so well taken care of. She was professional, engaging and patient with us through our decision making process, we can't thank her enough! Chef Chris Rybak prepped an incredible menu, and his staff executed it perfectly. The serving staff made us feel so well taken care of...amazing. If you're looking for a true mountain experience, this is your place.
Reviewed On 9/12/2016 by Ashleigh P
We held our wedding at the Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin last week and had an absolutely amazing experience. Meredith, Chris, and the team are true professionals that know what it takes to make your special day work. They were flexib...
le, caring, and patient throughout the process and helped us create a day that none of our guests will ever forget. The location is gorgeous, the food is sublime, and the staff were helpful and gracious. I would highly recommend Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin to anyone that is looking for a mountain wedding location. This venue is a hidden gem compared to all of the other big resorts. Huge thank you to Meredith for all of her hard work and for helping to make our wedding unforgettable and perfect!
Reviewed On 8/30/2016 by Knottie1472609460
The setting is storybook. The bride dazzling. Everything a wedding should be for a young woman we have loved and watched grow up. Staff exceeded our every expectation. Thirty days prior to the wedding I contacted Meredith regarding what I perc...
eived to be insurmountable health issues. Much to my delight Meredith responded quickly with many helpful suggestions. The day of the wedding Steffany along with many staff members made a van full of challenged seniors feel comfortable and welcome. All this while managing inclement weather, guests from sea level and family pet.
Reviewed On 8/17/2016 by Katrina S
It was absolutely perfect to have our wedding at Arapahoe Basin! It was so much fun and Meredith, along with the rest of the staff, did an AMAZING job! Wow!!! They work miracles and have the details nailed down to the second! EXCELLENT work!!! ...
A Basin is our home and it was perfect to get to share it with all of our friends and family without having to worry about a thing!
Reviewed On 10/29/2015 by Cassandra H
I cannot say enough great things about having my wedding at Arapahoe Basin. It has the most beautiful mountain backdrop because of its location, everyone gets to ride a chairlift up (which is a huge deal for those who have family all over the ...
states), and your wedding is the ONLY WEDDING that day!! Not to mention the best star viewing on the chairlift down at the end of the reception. Meredith is also an amazing coordinator, she handles all your questions and concerns from day one and takes a lot of the stress off the couple. Perfect venue for those who love the outdoors and want something a little more intimate and special.
Reviewed On 10/24/2015 by Kelly S
We were married at the Black Mountain Lodge at A Basin in July 2015 and highly recommend it! From the very beginning, working with Meredith and her crew was easy and all of our questions were answered in a timely manner. As the wedding approach...
ed, Meredith was extremely helpful in working out the logistics and enduring us that she would make sure everything ran smoothly - and it did! My husband and I love to ski at A Basin, so the location was personal to us. For all of our out of town family and friends, the mountains were breathtaking and it was so much fun to ride the chairlift up to the venue and back down at the end of the night. There was also alternate transportation for elderly guests. The food was awesome- we did tacos and it was a hit! Another fun part of getting married at A basin is that your "tasting" is getting to go for free to one of their snowshoe dinners- which are so much fun! The scenery, food, efficiency and friendliness of the staff, and perfect amount of space at the venue for dancing all contributed to an amazing night. So many guests have told us that this was the most unique, beautiful and fun wedding they've ever been too and I couldn't agree more as the bride :)
Reviewed On 10/22/2015 by Anna P
Black Mountain Lodge was an amazing place to have a wedding. Unlike other venues everything takes place at the top of the mountain which is a beautiful setting and you're not busy avoiding other weddings on the same day. The staff and especia...
lly Meredith are amazing and so professional. We loved every minute of our wedding. The actual fee to book the place is extraordinarily affordable at only $3000. The food and booze can add up quickly but Meredith is great and honest about helping you stay within a budget and make the day work for you and what you want. There are options for all budgets big and small in terms of food and alcohol. Can't recommend this place enough!
Reviewed On 12/08/2014 by Sara Jane D
If you are considering getting married here it is likely because of the breathtaking views and 'cool factor' of riding the lift up. The backdrop made our pictures amazing and all the guests loved the chairlift ride, especially the trip back do...
wn at night. What really was the icing on the cake for us though was the great service. It started with Meredith who was the perfect combination of being laid back but also being very on top of EVERYTHING. She was a pleasure to work with from the very beginning. The food was great (especially for the price) and the service was very good. Just a couple of words of caution. First, do not underestimate the effect of the altitude on out of town guests. We had many that did not do so well and wished we had thought about an oxygen bar or oxygen tanks. Second, make sure you are aware that CO law prohibits brining beer home after the wedding. We were short of the minimum and decided to make it up with extra beer that we thought we could bring home, but this turned out not to be the case. All in all though it was a fantastic experience and we highly recommend it. You simply cannot do better if you want a unique mountain wedding.
Reviewed On 12/04/2014 by Tara C
I had dreamed of having a mountain wedding and when my husband and I got engaged we know we wanted to look at A-Basin. Having our wedding here was the best thing that could have happened for us. It was a wonderful evening, and I could not have ...
asked for anything more perfect. The weather was gorgeous, the food was delicious and the staff was incredible. I loved every minute of my experience with the staff at Black Mountain Lodge.
Reviewed On 11/06/2014 by Knottie31854817
The venue amazing, the staff at black mountain lodge really know how to put on a wedding, and true to a-basin it kept a casual feel and never felt like a canned or mass produced event. Did I mention the staff are amazing. not a single detail w...
as missed. lots of the guests commented on how professional, prompt and attentive the staff was. The food was delicious. I could go on and on. I have nothing but really good things to say about the venue.
Reviewed On 11/05/2014 by Rochelle R
Everything about this place was awesome. Heard over and over again from our guests that it was the best wedding they ever attended. The setting was perfect, no random mountain visitors milling around and you can't beat the view! I actually di...
dn't eat, but the feedback we got on the quality and presentation of the food was great. Meredith also did an awesome job of keeping everything on track and I wasn't even aware if there were any issues.
Reviewed On 11/05/2014 by Tracy B
A Basin is the best value for your money in Summit county. Black Mountain Lodge is a beautiful, private lodge completely surround by mountains. Meredith, the wedding coordinator, made the planning easy. She is attentive, quick to respond to q...
uestions and always willing to help. Meredith was also invaluable on the day of our wedding. Chris, the chef, created a delicious buffet which can be difficult to do! He also made our wedding cake, one of the best carrot cakes we've had. I would recommend A-Basin to any couple wanting a mountain wedding in Colorado with any hesitation.
Reviewed On 11/05/2014 by Amanda H
They did such an amazing job- from our planning meetings to communication throughout and day of was great! Meredith and her team make you are dedicated and very good at what they do. If you're trying to bust some serious dance moves you may fee...
l the altitude, but it's worth it!
Reviewed On 11/05/2014 by Knottie97091337
Was a great experience for us, through and through!
Reviewed On 7/27/2014 by Kari P
The wedding coordinator is wonderful and extremely helpful all along the way. They kept the wedding on time, but with a laid back feel which is exactly what we wanted.
Reviewed On 7/21/2014 by margaret h
So I will start by saying that our wedding day was BEAUTIFUL. All of the guests said it was the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to. The food was great, the service was good, and I can't think of a more beautiful place to get marrie...
d in Colorado. Also, Meredith did a great job running the show during the rehearsal as well as the actual wedding day. Here are some of my thoughts and comments on the year leading up to the wedding: The customer service leading up to the wedding was a little bit disappointing. Now this may be the place for all of you 'no worries' people to get married, but if you are any sort of type A this is probably not your venue. A few reasons I say this: First reason being that their average response time to any sort of e-mail (and I like to put things in writing for legal purposes) was around a week or more. Really the shortest wait time being a day or so, most responses around a week or so, and some e-mails took two weeks or more to be answered. And when I asked what was taking so long I was told that there were 6 weddings ahead of me. Second issue here was that they were not very good at keeping their word. We had several instances where I had to "put my foot down" for lack of a better word. We were promised certain sized tables and linens, and they decided to change this on us about 7 weeks before the wedding, and then again a whole 2 days before the wedding. Again, if you're extremely 'whatever', this is probably your venue, but if you would be angry with them changing your linens from floor length to just below the table, 48 hours before your wedding, this is probably not your venue. They say it with a smile, but it really took me being very bridezilla to get them to eat the cost and get me what I was promised. A few other side notes, they do not do tastings.....so you will just have to trust that whatever dinner you end up ordering is good. Ours did turn out well but rarely will you find a wedding venue that won't let you taste the food you're going to buy from them....in mass quantities. We were offered to attend a dinner series for free but that won't necessarily be what you want to order for your wedding and they fill up very quickly. This website says they can accommodate 200 people. I think that's pretty generous. We had about 120 and the dance floor was tight. I would think anything over 150 in there would be very uncomfortable. Also, you have to take ALL of your trash down the mountain at the end of the night. This being flowers, any glassware, décor you don't want, etc. I was obviously not part of the clean up crew but family members did say this was...suprising.
Response from the Vendor on 07/27/2014
Hello mharr12, First, I truly am thankful for your feedback. And I am also so thrilled to know that you are happy with the way your wedding day turned out. You put A LOT of work into the details of your day! I am sorry to hear you are disap...
pointed with the customer service leading up to your wedding day. I try very hard to respond to emails as quickly as possible. I am constantly evaluating the way I organize myself to see if there is a more efficient way to keep up with the busy wedding season and not lose track of details in the process. I will continue to try and improve this skill. Regarding the rest of your review; I think this is great information for brides and grooms to have. It is important to find a venue that is a good fit. It is for this reason that I discuss these things with brides and grooms before they commit to a date. We at Arapahoe Basin strive to do the right thing by our guests, brides & grooms. I hope to see a lot of you and your groom over the coming ski season as you use your complimentary Arapahoe Basin season passes! All My Best, Meredith
Reviewed On 2/17/2014 by Abby K
We love A Basin so getting married at the Black Mountain Lodge was a no-brainer! Meredith is invaluable as a site coordinator. Our friends still talk about how good the food was (Thanks Chris!). There are lots of mountain-top venues in Color...
ado but none as stunning as Arapahoe Basin.
Reviewed On 11/27/2013 by Jenny F
The staff at A-Basin do an amazing job of helping you plan and deliver a truly unique wedding experience for the bride and groom as well as for your wedding guests. Their coordinator serves as a planner and day-of coordinator, which is extremel...
y helpful and a great deal, especially considering the already affordable cost of the venue. Also, their head chef prepares AMAZING food. I still have guests talking to me about how great the food was at our wedding. I recommend checking out the venue to see if you think it would be a fit for you. If so, I wouldn't hesitate about the great team there that you'd get to work with to plan your wedding.
Reviewed On 11/22/2013 by Juli K
My husband and I were married at Black Mountain Lodge in June 2013, and it was better than I could have imagined. This was a destination wedding for us. We had visited about 8 different sites throughout Colorado, but none of them compared to Bl...
ack Mountain Lodge. Meredith (the wedding coordinator) is amazing, very accommodating and one of the nicest people I have met. She made it easy to plan a wedding from far away :) Chef Rybak's food was outstanding, and we had so many menus to choose from. We had the pleasure of meeting with him personally to talk about pricing and menu. The staff at BML create a very relaxed atmosphere, and I never felt rushed or nervous about the ceremony or reception. Many of our guests said this was the best, most refined wedding they have ever been to - and the most fun :) Not to mention, the pictures were amazing! Also, the ski lift is awesome to ride up to the mountain on! Our guests loved that! We were on a budget, and this was by far the best value. The food, the service, the views, everything was perfect.
Reviewed On 11/21/2013 by Emmy K
I got married this summer at the Black Mountain Lodge and it was most definetely the best choice we could possibly have made. The scenery was spectacular and all of our guests raved about how fun the ski lift ride was (even the grandmas!). The ...
staff was extremely helpful and did their best to make our day perfect. Meredith, the site coordinator, is extremely talented at her job and goes out of her way to make sure every little detail is perfect. She even fluffed out my train as I got off the ski lift! The food was delicious and many people said it was the best they had at a wedding in a long time. The ambiance was very relaxed so I wasn't nervous at all on my wedding day. It was also very nice to be so isolated and have the entire mountain to yourself. I would highly recommend this venue to any bride. As soon as we met Meredith and saw the site, we cancelled all our other site visits and knew right away this would be the perfect place for us.
Reviewed On 11/21/2013 by aturowski
My husband and I were married at Arapahoe Basin, Black Mountain Lodge July 15, 2012. After looking for a location that could accommodate my one dream as a bride - to ride on an open chairlift to an outdoor wedding venue - we were introduced th...
rough Bella Planning and Design to Chris Rybak and Meredith Smith at Arapahoe Basin. From the first phone call to Chris, to the site inspection in March 2012, to the long distance (San Diego, CA) planning and many email and phone calls; every detail and request was met with the most genuine and sincere attention. Meredith and Chris were available and with us every step of the way, working side by side, with our wedding planner to ensure every detail was covered. Chris was excited and open to our desire to create our own menu from his many delicious options, offering our guests a “family style” dinner. It was AMAZING and we are still hearing about it a year+ later. It was, by far, the best food we have ever had at a wedding and all our guests shared the same sentiments. The one last wish my husband and I asked of Chris was to help us create individual cheesecakes to be shared at each table to include 4 different types of cheesecakes (plain, chocolate, caramel/sea salt and fresh berry). Not only did Chris welcome the request, he personally made every cheesecake (21 tables) and created and designed our wedding cake. It was absolutely perfect and again, the best cheesecakes we have ever eaten – his family recipe. My husband and I highly recommend Arapahoe Basin and Black Mountain Lodge for not only weddings but any special occasion you find a need to rent a mountain, ride a chairlift and completely surround yourself with the beauty Colorado has to offer. Thank you A-Basin, Chris and Meredith – we appreciate you bringing together all our requests and making our wedding the most amazing day ever!
Reviewed On 11/21/2013 by Julie C
Once my hubby and I visited Black Mountain Lodge and met with Chris & Meredith our decision was made. Of course the views are outstanding for a wedding! But we were also extrememly impressed with the staff who were helpful, friendly and went o...
ut of their way to ensure our ceremony and reception was perfect. We received many compliments from our guests regarding the "Best reception food we have ever eaten!", the service, cleanliness and overall atmosphere of our big day. There were no nerves for either of us on this day- we new everything was in great hands. Meredith worked with all the vendors and made sure everything went according to plan. From the bottom of our hearts- we are so very grateful to Chris & Meredith for making our wedding a dream come true.
Reviewed On 11/21/2013 by L V
Choosing to work with Meredith and ABasin was the best decision we made for our wedding. Everyone was so helpful and responsive, the food was amazing, they were so well organized. The venue is beautiful and the chair lift ride up and down in ...
an experience of a life time. I 100% recommend this venue for any wedding. Good luck!
Reviewed On 11/21/2013 by chris c
When we started wedding planning, we were looking for a venue in a mountain setting, but were dismayed at all the wedding factories we visited. A-Basin was the opposite. Chris and Meredith were friendly, gave personal service, and helped us cr...
eate the wedding of our dreams. Our wedding guests were mostly from the east and west coasts and enjoyed the unique experience. Chris' food was so delicious! The major drawback is that the weather can be unpredictable. There was a huge hail storm so that our rehearsal was cancelled. Luckily, there was an hour of clear weather on our wedding day so the guests could go up in the chairlift to Black Mtn Lodge. It would have been disappointing for the guests to have been shuttled up. Our ceremony ended up indoors, but with the huge windows, our guests could still appreciate the majestic view.

Contact Info for Black Mountain Lodge at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

28194 US HWY 6, Keystone, CO
(970) 513-5772

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