Moonlight Basin

I spent two days here. Beautiful penthouse, amazing views of everything from 360 degree vantage. That’s worth two stars.
Horrible service, young and untrained staff doesn’t seem to know anything about anything, the restaurant and bar only survive for name sake/​location. For the amount of money spent here, the place has a long way to come before it is worth it

The quality of the food and service at Moonlight Basin match the beauty of the surroundings and the kindness of the wait staff. My sister and I enjoyed the restaurant and its delicious French Onion soup for lunch. Then, at 1: after the restaurant stopped serving in the bar, we moved to a booth area there and had a great time playing Dominoes and enjoying their excellent wine choices while my husband had a ball on the ski slopes. Moonlight Basin Lodge also has a great spa area. On visits past, that was my diversion of choice while the skiers skied. There’s something for everybody!

terrible service. Spa is supposed to be world class but they let kids in the locker room & in the hot tub — this is really disappointing when you’re spending $ 100 for a 50 minute massage.
The front desk personnel were totally clueless and couldn’t give directions. They also wouldn’t let us use their trash compactor even though we were staying at saddle ridge. I would stay at big sky next time.

Avoid the bar in the hotel for apres ski. The service and offerings are terrible. The kids hot chocolate burned their tongues. My tea came in a paper cup with no spoon, saucer, sugar, or honey. No napkins either. I had to go to the bar and get these items. The waitress also forgot our order of fries. We paid our tab and left in disgust. I complained to the front desk staff who did nothing. There is a more casual café just down the hall, I wish I had seen that place before going to the bar in the main lobby.

Big mistake not letting people stay with the old Moonlight rates and staff. It has already become obvious that it will not be the same. I know a number of people who will not pay the price and have to deal with Boyne trained or rather no trained staff. If you didn’t ski Moonlight in the past you missed it. What a shame!

My daughter and I stayed in Cowboy Heaven for a week, in the summer. The kitchen was so well equipped that we were able to cook at «home» and save money! The views were amazing! This vacation was epic thanks to Moonlight Lodge!

Best snowboard resort in Montana! :)
You can come here anytime and find fresh snow to ride and the snowboard park here is waaaaaaay better than Big Sky or Bridger Bowl in my opinion. Great staff at the bar as well.
If you like zero lines and fresh powder this is the place for you!

We have had a house at Moonllight for years and love the area. We live n Denver now, but still visit Moonlight and love that it is such a little sanctuary there. We love the Saddle Ridge area for a few reasons:
ski in ski out
steps to the Moonlight Lodge
pool
workout facilities
dining
full bar
spa
quiet
safe
We actually ski Big Sky instead of Moonlight, but love being up at Moonlight because of the staff and amenities. If you are looking for an active nightlife, you are probably better served staying in Big Sky village. If you are looking for great skiing, buy an all mountain pass and explore. The Headwaters area is great.

Excellent in all ways; uncrowded skiing, well trained staff, good food and beverage service, and a feeling of being welcome!

I am hesitant to write this because I don’t want the secret to get out, but skiing at Moonlight Basin is a great ski experience. We’ve skied/​snowboarded during the peak week between Christmas and New Years and the longest we waited in line had to be 6 minutes. Once away from the top of the lifts, we would ski down entire runs and see only 2 or 3 other people. I’ve skied all over the US, Canada and Europe and I’ve never had the luxury of having the slopes to myself, combined with the views, the snow conditions and the friendly staff. Keep in mind, this is being written by a former Colorado resident. While each ski area has its own unique personality, I can’t imagine going back to crowded slopes anywhere else. The only caveat is that if you’re looking for lots of apres ski options or big night life, this is not the place. The Moonlight Basin Lodge is beautiful and there is a bit more going on in Big Sky, but most people seem to relax in the privacy of their own homes up here. If you’re looking for a place to really ski, I recommend Moonlight. The massage therapists at the Lodge are very skilled and the snowshoeing trails accessed from virtually any cabin or mountain home are a must as well.

Spa review!
The massage I had today was the best stone massage I have ever had. I even think I snored during it, i was so totally relaxed. The staff is great when you are checked, the spa is very clean, soft towels etc. GREATness!
The Sanctuary is very calming with a fire place and candles. I was given a warm neck wrap while I wait for my therapist. I was given hot tea (delicious) and snacks.
My massage was AWESOME! I highly recommend the Fire and Stone Massage.
Thanks Moonlight Spa!
The lodge is beautiful and huge! Bar is awesome, and great views!

Simply the best skiing/​snowboarding we have had in a LONG LONG time. Even with ‘early season conditions’ (not as much snow yet as they would normally get) it was AWESOME. It snowed a few times and the powder is really fresh and fluffy. I don’t think we waited in a lift line the whole week. If I did, I didn’t notice. Long runs, well groomed, great people… and this is where the locals ski (but without the various attitudes).
I want to ski at Moonlight again and again.
In addition, the Biggest Skiing in America is a great ticket too — meaning Big Sky and Moonlight on the same ticket. It is worth the extra $ 14 or so (?) to be able to head up to the extremes and to the 6-​mile run at Big Sky too. Though there are a lot more people over on the Big Sky side… it’s still not anywhere as crowded as most resorts on even a weekday.
We stayed at the ‘Cabins at Moonlight’ and they were ski in/​out. This was amazing to be able to step out about 3 feet from the front door and glide down the nearest lift. They go out of the way to make sure that each and every cabin and home have ski in/​out privileges.
The Moonlight Lodge is really beautiful. Really nice staff and they all love their jobs. They really do. Plus the food in the restaurant is great — they have a top notch chef running the place and you are a foodie, you’ll be happy. The ambience is great.
Go to Moonlight!

In the winter this place is a quiet heaven compared to some resorts.
Recently rode the MTB CC/​hiking trail. Absolutely gorgeous! Lake and yurt midway through and a decent amount of climbs compared to decents. Admin staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Exciting to see the skiers bridges in the summer!

Won’t ski elsewhere in SW Montana. Excellent service and great place to play.

Oooooh yeaaa. Mooonlight Basin. That’s what it’s all about. It’s you and the mountain. We barely saw anyone on the mountain besides at the lodges, and people getting on and off the lifts. But besides that, you practically own the mountain. Although Moonlight Basin is only a fraction of the size of Big Sky, you can find some epic runs. Some of my favorites being Lone Creek Gulley (intermediate skill necessary to turn very quick in this narrow natural halfpipe), Trapline, Double/​Single Jack (which are ungroomed semi-​glade/​semi-​trail). There’s also quite a bit more park features here than Big Sky, mostly in the medium/​large level, although there is a small park by the Moonlight Lodge. And did I forget to mention that lift tickets are about half the price of Big Sky!?! Stoked!