Sonnenalp Hotel

n't wait to go back! If I have any advise for out of towners. Definitely do more research about the DJ and Makeup people to make sure you have the right fit. Maybe ask for a sample playlist and definitely check out the makeup/hair instagram!

Her communications were clear and always efficient. The dinner was outstanding , the food was excellent and all of the guests were wowed by the delicious and plentiful family style Bavarian Food. Our cocktails outside by the river, and pool area included fresh and perfect pretzels that were devoured! If you are planning an event in Vail the Sonnenalp is the perfect choice.

cake as good as that?” Thank you for making a very special day memorable and perfect. The staff catered to our every need and anticipated many more. I wouldn’t have changed a thing. Mother of the bride

family had a blast and raved about how it was one of the best weddings they had ever been too. The grounds were breathtaking, the food was delicious and the staff was world class.  We look forward to coming back every year for our anniversary.

ractable roof is perfect. We had wonderful weather, but knowing that in the event of rain the venue would be just as lovely made me a lot less stressed in the months leading up to the wedding. The food is incredible - I've been to a lot of weddings and have not generally been wowed by the food.  But the Sonnenalp's cuisine is five star in its own right. I loved that the chefs were flexible and made adjustments to our menu selections to align with our specific tastes - it made the menu feel much more personalized and our own. My husband and I, as well as most of our guests, are from New York so we had some pretty discerning palates to please.  I was floored at the number of people who told us how good the food was and even mentioned specific dishes they loved (the gazpacho and the lamb were big hits). And perhaps most surprisingly - since in my experience wedding cakes almost always look better than they taste - the wedding cake prepared by the Sonnenalp pastry chef was the highlight! Tons and tons of people commented on how delicious it was. Finally, but most importantly, I must mention the Sonnenalp's wedding coordinator Amy. Simply put, we could not have pulled off a destination wedding without her. From start to finish, Amy exuded professionalism and was always very responsive to our many questions and requests. Somehow Amy makes each couple feel like all her focus is on them; even though the Sonnenalp hosts lots of weddings, in our interactions with Amy we always felt special and that we had her full attention. Amy thought of every detail, no matter how small - making sure to get our input on lots of things we'd never even have thought to mention. She also ensured the day itself went smoothly, and did a great job of coordinating with all our vendors in the lead-up to the wedding so we could focus on each other and our guests. Thank you so much to Amy and the entire Sonnenalp staff for making our wedding so memorable!

mely kind and professional. You can tell right from the get-go that they knew what they were doing and had executed several beautiful wedding day events. And that's exactly what you want to see and feel when searching for your wedding venue. She explained everything with great detail and we left feeling very confident in their abilities. Long story short we selected the Sonnenalp and had the best day of our lives! The team was very responsive and proactive. Amy even let us know that she would be out of the office for a couple days just in case we needed to reach her for anything. We were 6 months away from our date when she did this, talk about being professional and making sure your clients are taken care of! The day before the wedding we had our walk-through with our wedding party and Amy. It was smooth and to the point. Amy worked with our wedding planner and we devised a plan of attack for the big day. Our ceremony was just what we expected. The Sonnenalp had everything set up just how we wanted. They worked with our vendors and didn’t encounter any issues. We had our ceremony outside and it was beautiful with the scenery and stream in the background. The only thing we would point out is that the pool is technically open for hotel guests during the ceremony. Keep in mind all guests and wedding party have to walk by the pool to the ceremony site. This meant there were people swimming and hanging by the pool 5 minutes before the wedding BUT Amy did an amazing job in explaining the situation to the hotel guests. No one was swimming when we walked down the aisle but guests were sitting there watching. Honestly, it wasn’t a big deal at all and it was actually a cool experience because the guests were considerate and understood the magnitude of the event. We had our cocktail hour by the pool and by the time our ceremony was over all the people by the pool were gone. The dinner was one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Service was outstanding and all guests were taken care of. We would choose the Sonnenalp Hotel 100 times over because of the beautiful location and service we received. If you’re on the fence about this venue you should go for it because we promise, you won’t regret it! -Jenna & Graham Sisson

nique and memorable. It is palpable that everyone at this family run hotel really cares about your special day and hopes to welcome you back even after your wedding. Amy is so thorough and thoughtful, she really made us feel taken care of from start to finish. We had so many compliments from our guests about the beautiful setting, amazing food (best ever!) and how much they enjoyed their hotel stay. They could not have made the planning process any easier, nor made the night more perfect. I wish we could do it all over again!

work with. My daughter’s wedding day was perfect, I couldn’t recommend this venue more highly!

Our family and friends loved the venue as much as we did and we cannot wait to visit the Sonnenalp for years to come.

. The food is absolutely amazing & the European charm of the hotel makes you want to stay forever!! We had a ceremony on top of the mountain, then moved to the Sonnenalp for cocktail hour & reception. Everything was executed perfectly & their experience & professionalism took all the work off of us! 10/10 would not change anything about our wedding day there!

s venue is ideal if you want to enjoy the outdoors without having to worry about weather on your event date. Everything is covered by glass, and surrounded by a gorgeous outdoor space. We continuously received compliments on how delicious the food was & how fun the entertainment was (they had live music in the Kings Club - where we hosted our Welcome Party). This venue has so much character & class - a true Vail Village classic. It was an amazing evening we will never forget!

with Vail Mountain serving as the backdrop setting. The dinner and dance was held in Ludwig's - a glass terrace room with retractable glass ceiling and walls that can be open or closed. Amy Lilyquist was hands down the best event planner I have ever worked with - from Sonnenalp's attention to every detail, the property's elegant spaces, knowledgeable staff, delicious food and a beautiful mountain wedding cake. Amy coordinated the details for all of our vendors from the flowers, DJ, Photographer, videographer, and the end of the evening pedi-cab send off. Their staff accommodated special guest requests for vegetarian and gluten free meals along with special attention for guests with mobility needs. The wedding day was magical - perfect from beginning to end. You will not be disappointed.

he reception were more than we had hoped for!

iful venues in Vail. We cannot recommend it enough!

job and we couldn’t have enjoyed working with her more. Simply put, have your wedding here. It will be as perfect as they can make it.

s of the venue is quality of the food and amenities. We received countless comments on how quality the food was and everyone genuinely enjoyed their meal. You will not be disappointed with anything on the menu and people actually ate the cake because it was so good. The setup of the venue makes for a great day as well. The ceremony site is very intimate and worked well for our wedding of 100 people. The ceremony moves perfectly into the cocktail hour and allows guests to see the reception space in Ludwig’s as a whole new venue. The reception space in Ludwig’s is an absolutely perfect elegant mountain wedding venue. The open roof really makes the space unique and the placement of the bar worked great too. The Sonnenalp and its team surpassed our wildest dreams and we could not have been happier with our choice.

yquist the wedding guru. If there was any questions I had big or little Amy answered them right away. She made sure everything ran smoothly. We got married during the random cold front in June and of course I was nervous about the rain/snow. Amy handled my worries perfectly and set up a back up plan for our out door cocktail hour. Our guests are still raving about the beauty of the whole wedding. I wanted a place that was intimate and elegant and the Sonnenalp was a dream.We were married in the glass terrace with the windows open and I could not have asked for a more special place. The food was outstanding! Our guests are still going on about the elk they had for dinner. I could not imagine getting married in a more perfect place. Thank you to the whole Sonnenalp crew for giving us such a magical wedding.

le team at Sonnenalp. The location, property, venue, staff, and service was absolutely above and beyond our expectations. Our Ceremony site was right by the creek and the sound of water made everything that much more romantic. We are not from Colorado and planning our wedding from hundreds of miles away was stressful, but receiving detailed description of the site, menu items, and pictures made decision making so easy and comfortable. Amy helped me for 11 months leading up to the wedding by answering my 2 million questions and concerns. Every time I emailed her, my mind was immediately put at ease that everything will turn out exactly how we had envisioned. She cared about every single detail like a family member would care. I am forever grateful to her for creating such a magical day for us. She is one of my favorite people and I truly miss her in my life now that the wedding is over. The whole experience at Sonnenalp was a very personal experience. Our wedding was customized to what we wanted and had pictured. We had some of our decor brought in and Amy accommodated storage and placement of all the decors. Food, cake, and drinks were out of this world delicious, and were made perfect to our exact expectations. Every guest still talks about how amazing the food was and how great the cocktails tasted. This hotel is our favorite place now and we will go back for many many anniversaries.

there every step of the way. Her and the team made the weekend exactly what we wanted. We had a cocktail event the night before the wedding and a breakfast the morning following. I wasn't stressed at all throughout the entire weekend because every detail was planned previously. Everything you think of and the things you don't think about, Amy will address months leading up to the event. Using her as a planner made for the most smooth wedding weekend. Our guest were blown away by the hotel and it's staff. The food and drinks were amazing and tailored to what we wanted. Down to the type of ginger ale and tonic. If you are looking for a Vail mountain wedding, this is THE place!! Couldn't have been a better weekend!

d was perfect, timely, served warm, and we continue to receive complements on our wedding venue from guests that attended. The best place to have a wedding in Vail, by far!

her events at the Sonnenalp because the experience was so incredible. The Sonnenalp doesn't give you a cookie cutter wedding, you are able to customize so many things and the team is so talented that you get what feels like Michelin star service. The venue is beautiful, the service is amazing, the food is delicious ("best wedding food I've every had" is a direct quote from a very picky guest), the list of positives goes on and on. The Sonnenalp delivers an experience that you will never forget. When it comes to Vail, the Sonnenalp is the best option for your wedding reception, hands down.

welcome. Amy, the even coordinator was amazing. She was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process and the day of. She made it so easy! The reception area looked gorgeous. It was such a stunning setting. We cannot recommend this location enough!

onal people I have ever met in my life. I was at ease for 16 months leading up to my wedding knowing she was in charge . Planning from afar, I liked that the tables, chairs, linens, china, cake and food could all be provided by the Sonnenalp. The venue is jaw dropping. Our guests were blown away by the natural beauty. Truly, my wedding exceeded my expectations, thank you so much to everyone involved, especially Amy!!

y little question we had. The day ended up going off without a hitch, all because of the staff at the Sonnenalp. We got treated like royalty during our wedding weekend there, and we can't wait to come back for many future anniversaries.

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e vacation in and of itself. The decor is tasteful, intricate, warm, and even their "standard" rooms have a suite feel to them - every single one has a fireplace! The bathroom floors are heated! The breakfast bar is insane! So, needless to say the setting is lovely and definitely somewhere you want to spend time, wedding or not. Then, you factor in the Sonnenalp events team, specifically Amy Lilyquist, and it easily becomes the best possible option for a wedding venue in Vail. Amy and her team are absolute professionals, proactive, thoughtful, and seemed excited to help us make our wedding exactly what we wanted. Working with Amy, I always knew what to expect, she was patient, personal, and even when a few of my other vendors were slow to respond to me going into wedding week, Amy had already touched base with them and set expectations that helped the whole event run smoothly. My mom & I decided the only way to describe her is as a fairy godmother of weddings. Throughout the wedding weekend, she was there supporting and organizing a crowd without ever feeling pushy which was a huge relief because I personally don't like having to corral - and besides, she's much better at it than me. The food was delicious, the options for indoor/outdoor give you everything you want in a single venue, and Ludwig's is SO beautiful - I wish I could re-live it all the time. And, it's right in downtown Vail village - so no one has to worry about driving anywhere at all. I would recommend it wholeheartedly for any special event, but especially for the wedding of your dreams.

s, as well as outside vendors. No one wanted to leave and we closed the place down. I highly recommend the Sonnenalp for the food, ambiance, and atttentive care from planning to execution.

d knowledgeable. She asked me detailed questions about the wedding that I didn't even think about. The service is amazing, hands down best place to get married. The Sonnenalp is not just any hotel, going there is an experience in itself. Thank you to the wonderful staff there that made my wedding day a dream and flawless!

en we planned on having a mountain wedding. Amy was absolutely phenomenal through the whole process and made us feel very well taken care of, and most importantly, she kept our minds at ease through the whole process. We have immense appreciation for her for all the effort and love that she put into our special day. Amy, as well as all staff at the hotel were truly welcoming and exceptional. After our experience with the Sonnenalp, we would not hesitate to reccommend them. We are already planning our next stay at the Sonnenalp for our anniversary.

eeds expectations time and time again look no further. From the moment we connected with Amy and her team at the Sonnenalp we were simply blown away. Responsive, attentive, personable, candid and frank regarding all matters revolving on our stay, room blocks and our wedding details. My guests were simply blown away by how seamless our event went. Food was outstanding, service was superb and planning was fun! Highly recommend, wish I could get married again to enjoy how amazing it was!

nalism and enthusiasm that made us feel like we were hosting the only wedding that really mattered to them. From the time we booked the date through the day of the event, every interaction with the staff was a joy. Nathalia was fantastic as our wedding planner--she thought about details we had never considered and offered suggestions on how to handle logistics. She communicated and documented details so that when the wedding day arrived, we really did not have anything we had to do. Her assistant (Jenny?) was wonderful in helping with details and responding to guests. Austin (the banquet manager?) made sure everything was set up beautifully. We appreciated his efforts in managing some last minute changes to the guest count. So many of our guests commented on the wonderful service from everyone there. We are thrilled that we chose Sonnenalp for the wedding/reception venue.

d to end. Thanks you, Sonnenalp!!

you are having an outdoor wedding but don't want to worry about a weather plan B as Ludwig's has the breathtaking glass ceiling and walls that open and close. Amy and her team were extremely organized and accommodating - even their pastry chef made a custom French wedding cake for us. The food was incredible (which doesn't always happen at weddings) and we got endless compliments from our guests on both how intimate and sophisticated the venue felt. For us, the Sonnenalp's European charm surrounded by Vail's landscape was an absolute dream.

c trying to plan a wedding, Amy and her staff really made my wife and I feel more at ease that the Sonnenalp had everything under control. The day of the actual wedding went off without a hitch. Our guests really enjoyed the wedding and the venue itself was a memorable experience for them. We ended up extremely satisfied with the service and execution of the reception. Would highly recommend to others!!

nd executed exactly as we wished. The service was professional and the food was delicious (many compliments). Thank you Amy for your attention to detail, helpful suggestions, and patience!

sure nothing was missed. The on-site wedding coordinator, Amy, could not have been more of a godsend making sure everything went flawlessly on our wedding day. Our day was absolutely perfect and The Sonnenalp and its amazing staff was the reason for that!

– event sales and coordinator Amy Lilyquist in particular. Everything was seamless and so professional. I was reminded we made the right decision when sitting at our reception dinner and noticing Amy and staff had taken the time to add settle green leaf décor to our otherwise plain table number markers. It showed they took the time to consider every detail in making it the best possible wedding! Thank you Amy and Sonnenalp, we will never forget!

ning process incredibly easy. She helped us coordinate and work seamlessly with all of our vendors - the florist, the photographer, the videographer, the DJ, and the event planner. Amy also helped us navigate the menu and the different options at the Sonnenalp to make great choices for the meal at the rehearsal dinner and the reception. Our reception was at the Vail Interfaith Chapel, which was beautifully adorned. The best part is that the Chapel is directly across the street from the Sonnenalp. It was a breeze to go from the ceremony to the happy hour to the reception. The reception was SPECTACULAR. I can't even begin to explain. The food was amazing. The weather was perfect (okay, I know they can't control that - but Colorado in June? Wowzers!). We had the glass roof at Ludwig's wide open and enjoyed the stars over the Rocky Mountains. It was a dream come true! I can't thank the staff at the Sonnenalp enough. Everyone made our stay relaxing and fun. I would do it again a hundred times.

heir preferred vendor’s list and everyone they recommended was beyond amazing! Everything went off without any kind of hitch. Amy Lilyquist was absolutely wonderful to work with and was there to take care of our every need. It was absolute perfection!

ey provided all the services they could to help us achieve our dream day. We hosted both our reception and our rehearsal dinner at their hotel in the Swiss Chalet and Ludwig's Restaurant, respectively. The food was wonderful and the cake was beautiful. The pastry chef went out of her way to bake our special request groom's cake. On the night of the wedding, my grandfather lost his balance and fell while he was dancing. The hotel staff was quick to help him and his wife to the hospital for evaluation. They were genuinely concerned for his health and they asked us multiple times over the following weeks regarding his improvement. After the wedding, my husband and I stayed at the hotel for our honeymoon and the hospitality continued. We had no complaints regarding the weekend and I would recommend their venue to anyone searching for a beautiful mountain wedding site!

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e quintessence of "professional" which made everything seamless.

our planner and the reception itself was flawless and stress free for me and my groom. It was the most incredible evening. What makes us the happiest is how much our guests enjoyed the weekend and specifically the hotel. While most folks traveled from out of town, everyone was in awe of the hotel's beauty and the accommodating staff. Many can not wait to get back to Vail and the Sonnenalp! We can not thank Amy and team enough, and for any couple looking for the quintessential in town Vail reception, we recommend the Sonnenalp with all of our hearts!

list was impacted by an approaching hurricane during the week leading up to our wedding, she went out of her way to help us update seating charts basically on a daily basis and do everything she could to help us deal with the situation. The serving staff was great and very friendly. The food was delicious, and a lot of our guests complimented it. I'm so happy we had our wedding here!

) From the first moment we met with Amy- we knew that this was the place for us. I had met with a good handful of venues before visiting the Sonnenalp, but once I met Amy- I felt this “at ease” connection with her. Amy was so open and helpful -that knowing she would be the one I would be working with- was a huge selling point. (I felt like it was ok to ask lots of silly questions) In addition to my amazing experience working with Amy…. I HAVE to make mention of just how beautiful the Sonnenalp is as a whole. We got married outside by the creek and had our reception in Ludwigs. If you have seen pictures of Ludwigs online.. let me just tell you… it is 10 times better in person. If you are thinking about the Sonnenalp… do it!! You won’t regret it. I still have guest telling me that it was the best wedding they have ever been at.

a truly enjoyable experience. She was knowledgeable, helpful, hard working and tended to every detail. The entire staff was courteous, efficient and also worked very hard. We could not have been more pleased with the wedding as it was a perfect and unforgettable evening. All of our guests had an incredible time. We would whole heartedly recommend the Sonnenalp Hotel as a first choice for anyone who wants a mountain wedding.

rs. They were delivered a day early and the hotel left the garland outside the entire day after we asked it to be put in a fridge. If it hadn't been cool outside, it would have burnt up. Other than that, everything went smoothly. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their stay and the wedding was amazing! It was a wonderful wedding weekend. Thank you Sonnenalp!

y groom and I are from Dallas, and were originally worried about planning a destination wedding by ourselves. However, the wedding coordinator at the Sonnenalp made planning our wedding seemless! She answered all of our questions in a timely manner, helped us think through and plan detailed logistics of the day, and even helped us problem solve our floor plan for dinner! On the day of our wedding, she and our month-of wedding coordinator handled all of the vendors and setup, which allowed me to rest and enjoy the day! The Sonnenalp staff was professional, helpful and tended us and our guests with the highest level of quality service. The atmosphere on our wedding day was indescribable. The cocktail hour in the gardens of the hotel was elegant and effortless given the natural beauty of their landscaping and the creek. Dinner in Ludwigs and Bully's Ranch was cozy, warm and and relaxing! We had originally hoped all of our guests could be in one room for dinner, but looking back now, we see that spreading out over two conjoined spaces and multiple rooms made for a more comfortable, noise-controlled dinner. Our wedding party sat at two long tables under an open roof in the terrace, which was quite simply magical. Coming from Texas, hosting our wedding at the Sonnenalp allowed us to enjoy the great outdoors of the Colorado Mountains with our guests, with the security of beautiful facilities that compliments the natural landscape. Our band reception was SO much fun. All of our guests loved dancing under the stars to our amazing band! The Sonnenalp Hotel was hands down the perfect wedding reception venue for us. We highly recommend!

the Sonnenalp enough for creating our perfect wedding day!

et to see it until we arrived the week of our wedding and it was everything and more. From day one it was obvious that Amy had everything handled and under control. she answered every single one of my annoying questions without hesitation. Visually the space is amazing... and every single one of the staff made us feel like we were the only people getting married that week. We are looking forward to spending every anniversary at the Sonnenalp Hotel and I know you won't be disappointed if you choose them to host your wedding/reception :)

as excellent and our event coordinator, Amy Lilyquist, guided us through every step and was wonderful to work with. It is obvious that the Sonnenalp takes tremendous pride in what they do and it certainly showed at our event. Thank you for everything you did and for helping us to have such a memorable evening.

up to and the Sonnenalp did not fall short. My husband and I grew up outside of Colorado, so the Sonnenalp and Vail were the perfect canvas for our out of town guests. The guests all left with an incredible taste of Colorado and I have the Sonnenalp and Amy Lilyquist, event sales manager, to thank for it all. She brings project management to the next level and as the leader of her staff, did not leave a single detailed unturned. As most brides are, I was incredibly detail oriented, and Amy was a great match for all of my requests. We hired an outside florist, photographer, DJ and guitar player, but other than that Amy and her staff handled all the rest of the details. I would more than happily recommend the Sonnenalp to any bride and groom interested in a wedding in Vail.

lp. It was the perfect start to a fabulous wedding and we could not have been happier!

hole team was so professional and worked so hard to make the day a dream. My husband and I had our ceremony on the Vail Wedding Deck and then our cocktail and dinner reception at Sonnenalp. After a recent renovation inside of Ludwigs, it is even more beautiful and open now. My favorite parts were all the flowers in bloom on the property and that the weather allowed us to have the glass ceiling open inside of Ludwigs! The food was also delicious, we did the bavarian buffet, and our cake was so beautiful! Thank you Sonnenalp, we can't wait to come back to stay on Sonnenalp and remember our special celebration.

n any better. Amy Lilyquist, the Event Sales Manager was one of the most professional people I've ever dealt with. She returned every call and answered every question candidly and honestly. We tried to keep the number of guests down to 130 but actually wound up with 160 delighted guests. The only thing better than the service was the food. Everything and I mean everything was amazing. The venue was beautiful, with cocktails by the pool and dinner on the terrace. A beautiful setting for a fabulous event.

) suggested that we plan our wedding there. I was excited but totally overwhelmed by the thought of planning a destination wedding. So, my mom and I flew and toured over a dozen venues and nothing was quite right. The Sonnenalp was our last stop, and from the second we walked in and met Amy Lilyquist we knew we had found the perfect place. The atmosphere of the hotel felt warm, yet very luxurious, and the venues for the various events were exquisite, especially the glass enclosed veranda -- the perfect backdrop for our wedding ceremony and reception! Amazing aesthetics aside, I have to give a HUGE thank you to Amy and her wonderful fellow staff. The Sonnenalp provides literally everything for you which was a huge relief for a bride 3000 miles away. I didn't have to hire a separate wedding planner, Amy helped to coordinate my timeline and kept everything running super smoothly. I didn't have to bring in any extra furniture (although you are welcome to), we used everything that the hotel provided us. I booked all my vendors from their preferred vendors list and was thrilled with all of them. All of my friends marveled at how stress free my wedding planning was -- and I admit I owe it all to the wonderful team at the Sonnenalp. Our guests all stayed at the hotel and raved about the rooms, the spa, and most of all the wedding! It was perfection and I would choose it over again 10 out of 10 times!

the pool is beautiful and makes for a super convenient way to transition into reception in Ludwig's (after cocktail hour by the pool). The terrace is awesome at night and creates the most romantic setting with twinkle lights and an open sky light. I still have guests sending me texts/cards/emails saying how much fun they had and how it was one of the best wedding's they've ever attended. The attention to detail, service and overall attentiveness of staff can't be beat. I highly recommend it for ceremony and/or reception.

our wedding day absolutely perfect. You cannot beat this venue. Our guests are still raving about the rooms, service, and food (we had several guests book additional nights to extend the vacation because of how impressed they were).

On our flight home to San Francisco, we reached out to Amy and her team about the possibility of having a wedding at Sonnenalp and from that point forward I knew it was the perfect venue for us. We wanted it to feel 100% Vail and intimate. Amy and her entire staff made our months of planning and wedding a true dream. We planned 99% of the wedding remotely and they were responsive and on top of everything. The weekend of the wedding, they continued their high level of service and all my guests commented how special Sonnenalp was to get married and have a ceremony. From the food to space planning to the extra events (Friday Welcome), they went above and beyond. I tell my friends and family often that I wish I could get married every weekend! Thank you Sonnenalp!

have been as big of a success. We can't wait for the photos to come back, but the already beautiful venue looked even more amazing after some minimalistic decorating. Our guests were amazed. We received nothing but the highest of compliments from our friends and family on how beatuful the venue was and how amazing the service was. The food was delicious as well. Many of these people went on to say it was the best wedding they've ever been to. I couldn't recommend the Sonnenalp any more highly for your special day. Thanks again to the friendly staff who made it perfect and we are looking forward to spending time at The Sonnenalp for many years to come.

more so. Amy Lilyquist was so incredible to work with, always patient, always offering input and feedback where needed, and the day-of she made sure everything ran smoothly. And that's saying a lot, considering my husband and I planned everything long distance from Rhode Island! Breakdown below on why, if you're looking for a fairytale wedding in the mountains, you should book the Sonnenalp now!! Venue: Honestly, that glass covered terrace is the best hall in town. Hands down screams romance any season of the year! (If you're looking for a ceremony location, there's even that too!!) Food: Absolutely incredible selection to choose from. From cocktail hour, to reception buffet, to late-night snacks for our guests, the food was absolutely amazing. Everybody was fed and very very happy. Cake: Need its own category, it's that good. They will work with you to make sure you've got that cake of your dreams. Beverages: Amy really worked with us to make sure that our food and beverage minimum was met the best way possible. For our small wedding, that allowed ample drinks for our guests that carried through from cocktail hour through a lot of the reception. Great drinks! Service: As I mentioned, Alex and I planned this entire thing long distance, yet, we never once felt like our questions didn't get answered. Every detail was covered and they even had a ton of suggested vendors to help get the planning going. The day-of, the staff took care of so many things (setting up the room as discussed, place cards, timing of events, tear down, etc). I HAVE to add that they even had a car service for us to take us, our photographer, and videographer to the gondola for some gorgeous shots (Thank you Spencer!!!!) This was the type of service we got all weekend! Accommodations: If you've never stayed at the Sonnenalp, you should know that the hotel itself is the perfect mix between rustic charm and European elegance right in the heart of town. It is truly a gorgeous and relaxing stay. Our guests really enjoyed that everything was walking distance, especially since half our guests travelled from across the country to celebrate with us. (The Vail Interfaith Chapel is right next door, Cocktail hour was held right in the Kings' Club, and the Reception smoothly followed onto the terrace). **Overall, I cannot say enough amazing things about the Sonnenalp!!! You will not regret pairing up with this amazing venue and staff to have that mountain wedding you've dreamed of.

ide wedding planner/coordinator. Our wedding vision was executed flawlessly because of Amy and the entire staff at the Sonnenalp. Aaron was also awesome in helping us choose a great wine selection for our wedding. Finally, our guests LOVED staying at the Sonnenalp for the wedding weekend. The rooms are nice, the spa is great, and the entire staff was SO accommodating and nice to be around. Highly recommend!!

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the f&b team -- Aaron Bajorek and Derek the banquet captain. All three days of our celebration - Friday's rehearsal dinner and cocktail reception, Saturday's ceremony & wedding reception and Sunday's farewell brunch were held inside the Terrace Room, Ludwig's, Stueberl Room, King's Club and Bully Ranch. We even got lucky with the weather and held pictures outside near the pool! The food was delicious, the décor was timelessly Vail, and the ambiance was European charming. Exactly as I had desired for my wedding weekend in the Colorado Rockies. I am forever grateful to the hotel, and even Mr. Faessler for helping set tables to ensure a quick-turn from the ceremony to the reception, for delivering a fabulous celebration. Bravo! To the readers looking at The Sonnenalp, this isn't your average hotel banquet room experience. There's not another venue like the Terrace Room with it's floor-t0-ceiling windows and retractable roof to allow in the Colorado air and sunshine. The Sonnenalp delivers a cut-above, and I'm proud to say Mr. Faessler's incredible team - and my generous parents - hosted the wedding of my dreams. Secure this venue if you're interested in working with a genuine and effective team, a first-class experience (even on a budget), and an unforgettable weekend of memories. See you for our first anniversary, Sonnenalp!

nning process and never let a single thing slip the cracks. She picked up the slack from vendors who were less than stellar and was able to deliver everything we asked for and more. In addition to Amy's above and beyond efforts, her staff was attentive to guests, flexible, and always smiling. The venue itself is timeless. Beautiful bavarian decorations and natural wood cloak the entire hotel. It's gorgeous and the ceremony site by the river in the back is peaceful, surreal, and beautiful. We owe the whole day to Amy and her staff and this amazing venue.. We can't thank her enough and I HIGHLY recommend the Sonnenalp for the setting of your perfect wedding.

celebrate our love and marriage! It would have not have been as wonderful without The Sonnenalp!

didn't have to! Our ceremony was on the lawn by the pool, with poolside cocktail hour after and our reception was in the Grand Bavarian room below Ludwig's restaurant. The evening was amazing we could not have done it without the help of Amy and all the staff at the Sonnenalp!

y organized and very knowledgable when it comes to what works and what maybe doesn't work so well when putting on a nice event for a large group. She listened to our needs and made suggestions when necessary. The customer service at The Sonnenalp is unbeatable. Our guests were so happy with their accommodations and we have received multiple compliments on the beautiful venue and friendly staff. Our wedding day exceeded our wildest dreams thanks in large part to The Sonnenalp. Thank you!!

I was extremely excited. What can I say? I was blown away. Everything that the Sonnenalp promised, they delivered ten fold. We had the absolute pleasure of working with Amy Liliquist, who was extremely attentive and responsive on the months, weeks, and days leading up to the wedding and answered every question and concern I had with ease and offered up advice when I needed it. Amy is extremely detail oriented and so easy to work with, not to mention just the sweetest person. On the day of, Amy was unbelievable. I asked her to set up picture frames, escort cards, toasting flutes, and many other little details the way that I envisioned and she made the ceremony and reception look better than I could have ever asked for. Prior to the ceremony I saw Amy and the rest of the Sonnenalp team meticulously setting up the ceremony and reception areas and every single person was working hard to make the day perfect. Amy and her team are so observant that, at one point, I was told the groomsmen were talking about how chapped their lips were and one of the staff members came over and gave them chapstick. Additionally, the food and drinks were fantastic (as always) and the venue (both the ceremony lawn next to Gore Creek and Ludwig's) is unbelievably beautiful. People couldn't stop telling us how it was the best wedding they've ever been to. Honestly, I wouldn't have changed a single thing about the day and I know that I have Amy and the rest of the wonderful staff at the Sonnenalp to thank for helping to make the day more than I had dreamed of. I can't thank you enough!!