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Elegance and adventure have found a rare symmetry at One&Only Moonlight Basin, a game-changing debut in Big Sky, Montana—the United States’ newest epicentre of alpine luxury.

One&Only’s first ski resort (and first resort in the US) greets guests with striking Olson Kundig architecture, snow-dusted lodge lines, and panoramic views over Lone Peak, the Spanish Peaks, and miles of private wilderness.

The arrival experience is secluded, private, and cinematic: a scenic drive winds upward, delivering you to spacious suites with fireplaces, soaking tubs, and seamless ski-in/ski-out access to the world’s most celebrated terrain.

THE MOUNTAIN >

Moonlight Basin is part of the massive Big Sky terrain, boasting direct gondola-linked access from the Sky Lodge. Skiers and boarders can carve through 1,900 acres of Moonlight-exclusive runs (summit elevation: 11,166 ft; base: 7,000 ft) and, with the interlink to Big Sky Resort, discover a mind-bending 5,800 total skiable acres, 300 trails and glades, and nearly 400 inches of annual snowfall. Lifts are lightning fast, lines are short, and the longest run stretches an exhilarating 2.8 miles. The vertical drop hits 4,350 feet—the sort of stats that usually belong to Alpine Europe, not Montana’s wild north. Off-piste, find snowshoe trails, Nordic grooming, and easy shuttle links to Yellowstone’s iconic powder meadows.

HOW TO GET THERE >

Moonlight Basin is located about an hours drive from Bozeman through the spectacular scenery of the Gallatin National Forest, yes you are in Yellowstone country and the famous park is approximately one hour to the south.

THE STAY >

True to One&Only’s philosophy, Moonlight Basin is tailored for romance, privacy, and restorative immersion. With just 73 guest rooms and suites, plus 19 villas and a portfolio of private homes, the accommodations pair generous Montana space with refined European warmth.

Residences include private hot tubs, bespoke ski lockers, and two-car garages, while every lodge room features fireplaces, double vanities, soaking baths, and sweeping valley views.

A full-service spa anchors the experience, with eight treatment rooms, indoor and heated outdoor pools, saunas, steam rooms, cold plunges and a menu of restorative massage, Ayurveda and hydrotherapy, perfect after a slalom session.

One&Only was founded in 2002 by visionary hotelier Sol Kerzner, rejecting the formulaic approach of traditional luxury resorts to create a collection of ultra-exclusive properties woven deeply into the beauty, culture, and atmosphere of each destination. The ethos of the brand centers on curated experiences, warm service, and effortless style—each One&Only resort is designed to celebrate its location’s natural character, from Mauritius and Mexico to Montenegro and Montana, blending sophisticated design, world-class gastronomy, and vibrant local culture. One&Only’s philosophy places the guest at the heart of every journey: highly personalised service, genuine hospitality, and a focus on authenticity drive the experience, while commitment to sustainability and preservation ensure that luxury never compromises responsibility or sense of place. The brand’s independent spirit and attention to meaningful details have made it a byword for “Wonderfully Unstuffy™” luxury and a benchmark for the world’s finest resorts.

EAT >

Moonlight Basin’s dining scene reimagines ski-lodge indulgence: six venues, including the curated Wildwood restaurant, whisky-themed Moon Shack, and Dear Josephine Lounge for après-ski cocktails, fireside storytelling and mountain-mood live music.

Menus showcase Montana prime beef, Rocky Mountain trout, wild huckleberries and international flavours matched to a thoughtful wine list and table-side service.

MOUNTAIN STATISTICS >

Skiable acreage (Moonlight Basin): 1,900 acres; connected Big Sky total: 5,800 acres
Summit elevation: 11,166 ft / 3,403 m
Vertical drop: 4,350 ft / 1,326 m
Average annual snowfall: 400 inches / 10 m
Total lifts: 7 (Moonlight), 24 (Big Sky)
Mapped trails: 90 (Moonlight), 300+ (Big Sky)
Longest run: 2.8 miles / 4.5 km
Typical season: November–April

AMBIENCE >

From the moment you arrive, One&Only Moonlight Basin leans into modern mountain chic: bold black exteriors, timber, glass and stone grace every room it is modern style but there is also plenty of plush. You can sense it, this is where the rich and beautiful come to play.

Of course a resort hotel like this one has a vibrant après scene that ripples through the bar all the way to the spa. Hallmarks of the One&Only brand are privacy, genuine hospitality, and a crisp, contemporary design aesthetic and that is exactly what they have created here the resort sits 20 minutes from central Big Sky so its close to the action, yet wrapped in tranquil alpine seclusion.

Moonlight Basin redefines the American luxury ski holiday, merging vast terrain, complete style living, and the wild heart of Montana in one stunning, snow-bound sanctuary.