Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
For the second year in a row, Condé Nast Traveler readers have put Hotel Alpenrock on the map. In the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, Hotel Alpenrock ranked No. 3 among all hotels in Colorado and earned the top spot in Breckenridge, an 11-spot jump from its debut on the list last year.
What Did Hotel Alpenrock Win in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards?
Condé Nast Traveler named Hotel Alpenrock the No. 3 hotel in Colorado and the No. 1 hotel in Breckenridge. The 2026 results are published at cntraveler.com/rca and will be celebrated in the magazine’s November issue.
“We opened Hotel Alpenrock with the goal of creating an experience that feels elevated and distinctly connected to Breckenridge and the outdoors, from our design and dining to the way we help guests experience the mountains,” said Chase Banachowski, Director of Marketing at Hotel Alpenrock. “To once again be named the top hotel in Breckenridge and No. 3 in the state of Colorado is an incredible honor.”
How Far Has Hotel Alpenrock Climbed Since 2025?
Hotel Alpenrock opened in January 2025 and landed at No. 14 in Colorado in its very first year of operation. One year later, it has climbed 11 places to No. 3. You can see this year’s honor alongside the hotel’s other design, dining and travel recognition on our awards and accolades page.
Why Do the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards Matter?
The Readers’ Choice Awards are the travel industry’s longest-running reader-voted honors. This year, Condé Nast Traveler collected more than 798,000 survey responses from readers across the United States, who rated the hotels, cities and destinations they most want to return to. Because the rankings come straight from travelers, they reflect what guests actually experienced, not just what a property promises.
What Makes Hotel Alpenrock Stand Out in Breckenridge?
Set at the base of Peak 9 and a short walk from historic Main Street, Hotel Alpenrock is a 205-room property, including 24 suites, that pairs mountain-modern design with details drawn from Breckenridge’s history and landscape. Think reception desks shaped like granite boulders, gondola-inspired lighting and carpets patterned after topographical maps of the surrounding peaks.
Guests can explore the rooms and suites, then fill their days with programming from the onsite experience concierge, from guided tours of the contemporary art collection to après-ski tastings and fireside s’mores. Families can join the Magic Moose kids’ program for storytelling and creative activities.
Dining is a big part of the story, too. Edwin serves mountain-inspired Italian with handcrafted pasta and open-fire cooking, The Carter anchors the lobby as a lively restaurant and bar, and Canary, an intimate speakeasy, pours handcrafted cocktails after dark. Add a ski valet, onsite rentals, outdoor hot tubs and a fitness center, and it’s easy to move between the mountain and the hotel. For more on how the hotel compares with other options in town, read our guide to places to stay in Breckenridge.
Read the Full Press Release
Get every detail of the announcement in the official Hotel Alpenrock 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards press release. For more coverage, visit our press page.
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