Complete Guide To Planning The Perfect Sun Valley Girls’ Getaway
Finding the perfect location for you and your girlfriends to relax, recharge, and reconnect can be tedious. Finding the place with the best spa, the best dining options, the best activities, and the most exquisite accommodations can be tricky. Luckily, here at The 100 Collection™, we specialize in finding the best destinations, curating the perfect itinerary, and recommending the most incredible accommodations in the area! We have found that often the best destinations are the ones you may have never heard of; places where charming qualities, rich culture, and welcoming communities flourish.
Sun Valley, ID is a lesser-known gem located in the mountains of Idaho. Made up of five different neighborhoods, each area of Sun Valley carries its own opportunities for exciting experiences and unforgettable adventures. With the perfect combination of charm, scenic views, and idyllic experiences, Sun Valley is the perfect place to unwind and let loose during your next girls' weekend getaway.
Elkhorn Village
Elkhorn Village is perfect for those who are looking to experience true luxury and a weekend at ease with their best friends. This neighborhood offers an intimate experience with mountain views you will never forget away from some of the busier areas of Sun Valley. The best part about Elkhorn Village is the amenities that come along with the perfect accommodations! When you stay with Michael’s Vacation Rentals, you get to experience true luxury with resort amenities included with your stay. Along with nearly every home having private hot tubs, you will also have access to resort pools and saunas along with the exceptional Robert Trent Jones Elkhorn Golf Course just outside your doorstep.
As part of the resort amenities, you will also have direct access to various hiking and biking trails such as Wood River Bike Path and Prospector Loop Trail. For those looking to experience the excitement of the city and even get in a bit of skiing, Elkhorn Village is only three miles from Downtown Ketchum and five miles to Sun Valley Resort Ski Lifts.
Ketchum
As Sun Valley’s main tourist attraction, Ketchum is the place to be for excitement and adventure! Located at the base of the Bald Mountain, this charming town is right in the middle of the Sun Valley action.
Ketchum is the place to be for a fun night on the town or a next-level dining experience. With a variety of restaurant and nightlife choices such as the historic Casino Bar, established in 1936, or Pioneer Saloon, renowned for its flavorful meals with beef and seafood. With Idaho’s growing wine and beer industry, there are also incredible choices for wineries and breweries such as Warfield Distillery & Brewery and Sun Valley Wine Co. just to name a few!
Although the dining and nightlife in Ketchum are all the rage, that is not all they have to offer! You can visit incredible coffee shops and bakeries such as Kneadery, Lizzy’s Fresh Coffee, and Bigwood Bread and Cafe. If you desire something more adventurous out in nature there are a variety of hiking and biking trails, outdoor sports activities, and skiing available for you and your girls to enjoy! After a trip full of fun nights, great food, and exciting adventures, you can also relax and unwind with a massage at Zenergy Sun Valley Spa, or stretch your muscles at Gather Yoga Studio. Regardless of your needs or your interests, Ketchum has exactly what you need, and only a few feet from your doorstep when you book a home in Ketchum with Michael’s Vacation Rentals. You won’t even need a car!
Warm Springs
Located 2.5 miles from Downtown Ketchum and nestled into the northern base of Bald Mountain, Warm Springs is the perfect place to truly connect with nature. For the girls who are looking to try their hand at skiing and snowboarding or the girls who are seasoned veterans when it comes to the slopes, Warm Springs has exactly what you need.
With a variety of winter sports activities as well as Sun Valley’s scenic hiking and biking trails, Warm Springs is the perfect place to get outside and experience the beauty of mother nature with your best friends! A scenic drive away is also the famous Hot Springs, the perfect combination of relaxation and nature that will make for the perfect girls' getaway memories. Thought to have healing powers, whether it be the ambiance or nutrient-filled water, the Hot Springs are the best place to rejuvenate and experience true ease.
Sun Valley
Right behind Ketchum in Sun Valley excitement is the neighborhood of Sun Valley, home to the Sun Valley Resort and Lodge. Here you can explore and enjoy attractions such as the Olympic Ice Rink, a bowling center and arcade, high-end boutiques, restaurants, the Sun Valley Resort Spa, and the historic Opera House Theater.
In Sun Valley you also enjoy the culture of the community through various local events, festivals, and shows meant to highlight unique aspects of the town and celebrate the regional traditions. For more information on upcoming events you can visit the Sun Valley site for more event information.
Hailey
The last of Sun Valley’s five incredible neighborhoods is Hailey, a charming little town only 12 miles from the Sun Valley Resort and Downtown Ketchum. Hailey is equipped with its own downtown area is surrounded by gorgeous hills and has easy access to the Big Wood River, quickly becoming a world-class destination all on its own!
With a variety of options for local breweries, restaurants, unique stores, and a number of outdoor activities, you will never be bored in Hailey. With your friends you can relax into some yoga with idaYOGA, or purchase some one-of-a-kind pieces from the local boutiques downtown, the possibilities for long-lasting and precious memories are endless.
The Best Sun Valley Vacation Rentals For Your Girls' Getaway
Sun Valley is a place where versatility, charm, and community perfectly coincide and thrive! The perfect place for your next girls' getaway, regardless of your interests and desires, there is truly something for everyone. Stay in one neighborhood, or explore them all, the choice is truly up to you! Regardless of the neighborhood you pick, Michael’s Vacation Rentals are the best accommodations throughout all of the neighborhoods, with resort amenities and access, private hot tubs, private chefs, perfect locations and so much more, they provide the quality needed for the perfect trip.
