School’s in session: Morning at Washington School House means a hearty mountain breakfast followed by a day outdoors.

As much as the service, décor and amenities standout, so does the food. The price of admission includes a hearty mountain breakfast (think omelets loaded with good-for-you greens and buttermilk pancakes topped with pure maple syrup) and fab après- ski—or après-mountain biking—bites that change with the season, plus free-flowing Champagne, wine, beer and spirits. Dinner exclusive to hotel guests is also on the menu. Expect to be wowed with a short but sweet menu that might offer roasted garden vegetable risotto one night and a New York strip with fingerling potatoes another.

We saved the best two for last. The School House’s basement boasts a funky après-ski lounge with a stretched fireplace and lots of sitting space. It’s the perfect place to chill with an app and an aperitif after an adrenaline-filled day. The top of the hotel has another tucked-away surprise: a heated pool and spa. Nestled into the hillside and surrounded by boulders and aspens, the rooftop waters are ideal for soaking away your worries and relishing the cooler temps. Ahhh, summer.

Dining in the City
Ski towns aren’t exactly known for their gourmet grub. Chili, yes. Rack of lamb, not so much. Yet Park City is carving out a niche as a dining town. There’s Spruce at the Waldorf Astoria and Jean-Georges’ J&G Grill at the St. Regis, plus Prime Steak House and Grappa on Main Street. Our favorite, though, is Talisker on Main, an intimate eatery featuring an open kitchen and the award-winning cuisine of Executive Chef John Murcko. The seasonal cuisine changes daily and includes standouts like lobster hush puppies and buttermilk fried chicken breast. www.taliskeronmain.com.