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Sun Valley Rd., Sun Valley, ID 83353
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Sun Valley Inn
Ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Sun Valley
4.5 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
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Portland, Oregon
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Avoid the Breakfast Buffet”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

I want to be clear that this review is just for the restaurant, not the hotel. While the rooms may be nice, avoid the breakfast buffet at all costs. The food was horrendous and the service was every bit as bad. There was one other occupied table besides ours, but the several waiters could not be bothered to bring us coffee refills. The food in the warmers was only luke warm and had been sitting for quite some time. The pastries were drier and crumblier than day-olds. It's one of the worst breakfasts I have ever had. Avoid.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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sunvalleyresort, General Manager at Sun Valley Inn, responded to this review
13 March 2012
Dear Portlandia,

On behalf of Sun Valley Resort, we are deeply sorry for your poor experience at the Sun Valley Inn Lobby Lounge’s breakfast buffet. As our valued guest, you deserve exceptional service and delicious food, neither of which were provided during your breakfast experience. Please rest assured that I will address your concerns with my food and beverage team and we will work hard to ensure that this event is not repeated. We thank you for your feedback, as we strive for 100% Guest Satisfaction and it is through candid input from our guests that we are able to identify areas for continued focus.

We are grateful that you otherwise enjoyed your visit to the Sun Valley Inn. We hope to welcome you back again soon and to exceed your expectations in all areas on your next visit.

Warm regards,

Tim Silva
Vice President/General Manager
Sun Valley Resort
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ky
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Phenomenal experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The Sun Valley Inn was bewildering to find at 3 am among a mess of similar buildings. But when I woke in the morning, I discovered just how unique and charming this historical inn is. The room was well appointed, the bed comfortable. There is an outdoor hot water swimming pool that was very near my room, and a small gym which was enough to keep me occupied in my free time. The area around the Inn includes upscale shops and a pizza restaurant (decent) and it's a short walk into Ketchum. It's an expensive place to stay, even at the conference rate, but well worth it.

Room Tip: I was in room 42, which was just upstairs from the pool and gym.
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Boise, Idaho
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Best Room in the Inn”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2011
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Room #69 is a suite that possesses a number of amazing attributes. A suite large enough to offer a doorbell to enable your friends to alert you to their arrival at your room, the nicely appointed suite offers a separate living room and bedroom with a dark wood bathroom. However, the feature that really sets this room apart is the expansive, bavarian style balcony that looks out onto the beautiful grounds, walkways, sitting area, and pond adjacent to the Inn. In the summer, the Petunias in the balcony long flower boxes add their fragrance to the ambiance. If this room is available, it is worth getting.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Eagle, Idaho
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Best Ski Resort Ever!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Just having returned from another GREAT ski weekend I had to write about the Sun Valley Inn. I have stayed in many different hotels in Sun Valley, even the lodge and condos around the lodge. These rooms are the best bang for the buck when combined with the ski packages Sun Valley Resort has to offer. Very close to the heated outdoor pool and most of the resturants around the resort. What a blast to spend Thanksgiving with the family skiing, skating and partaking of the night life in the oldest ski town in America, but for $79.00 per adult and kids ski free WOW.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Boise, Idaho
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Beyond Expectations”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

How fortunate I am to live in Idaho, only a few hours from Sun Valley Inn. When staying at the Sun Valley Resort, I've enjoyed every moment. No reason to leave, as everything you need is all within walking distance. There is a peacefulness about the environment. It's also fun! Much to do, much to see.
Helpful, friendly service staff throughout.
The turn-down service with delicious chocolates is one of many special pluses.
I highly recommend the Sun Valley Inn, ANY time of the year.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sun Valley Rd., Sun Valley, ID 83353
Price range (per night):* INR7,189 - 16,663

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