Here’s the first thing to know about Mt. Bachelor lodging: there’s no lodging on the mountain.
Mt. Bachelor has no slopeside village or ski-in/ski-out hotel, so every skier stays in Bend or Sunriver and drives, or rides the shuttle, about 20 to 30 minutes to the lifts.
Nicole and I live on Bend’s west side, and we can be at Mt. Bachelor in under 30 minutes from our front door. You can do the same if you choose the right lodging, especially by focusing on the road to the mountain and the properties along Century Drive.
Below are our picks for hotels, resorts, condos, and cabins that keep the commute short. For every neighborhood in town, see our Where to Stay in Bend guide.
Our Quick Picks: Where to Stay Near Mt. Bachelor
| Category | Our Pick | Area | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closest hotel to the lifts | Trailhead Lodge | Century Drive | Check Rates |
| Best value ski hotel | Seventh Mountain Resort | Century Drive | Check Rates |
| Best boutique inn | Pine Ridge Inn | Century Drive | Check Rates |
| Best for families | TownePlace Suites | Southwest Bend | Check Rates |
| Best luxury | Tetherow | West side | Check Rates |
| Best condo | Mt. Bachelor Village | Off Century Drive | Check Rates |
| Best cabin | Lakeside Cabin on Tumalo Lake | West of Bend | Check Rates |
| Best for big groups | Sunriver Home on the 14th Green | Sunriver | Check Rates |
Where to Stay Near Mt. Bachelor
Can You Stay at Mt. Bachelor?
Not really. Mt. Bachelor is a day-use mountain with no hotels, condos, or ski-in/ski-out lodging at the base. The closest thing is limited overnight RV parking, so check Mt. Bachelor’s website for current rules if you’re bringing a camper.
The upside: Bend’s west side is a quick drive up Century Drive, and you get Bend’s restaurants and breweries for après. Mt. Bachelor now runs its own in-town hotel, Trailhead Lodge, which tells you where the mountain thinks skiers should stay.
Bend vs. Sunriver: Where to Stay for Mt. Bachelor
- Century Drive and West Bend: the shortest drive to the lifts (about 20 to 25 minutes) and close to downtown dining. Best for most skiers.
- Mt. Bachelor Village and Broken Top: condos and townhomes just off Century Drive, near the Deschutes River Trail.
- Sunriver: a resort community south of Bend, also about 20 to 30 minutes from the mountain. Best for families who want pools, bikes, and a village.
- Downtown Bend: about 30 minutes to the lifts, but with the best restaurants and nightlife.
Want to skip the drive? During ski season, Cascades East Transit runs the Mt. Bachelor shuttle from the Park & Ride on SW Columbia Street in Bend. Check the CET website for current schedules and fares.
Map of Lodging Near Mt. Bachelor
Disclaimer: We’re Bend residents and have stayed at or visited many of these hotels, but not every one. Our picks are based on local knowledge, guest reviews, and research, and photos are courtesy of the hotels and booking sites unless noted. This post contains affiliate links; if you book through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Hotels Closest to Mt. Bachelor (Century Drive)
These hotels sit on Century Drive, the road to the mountain, so you’re headed to the lifts the moment you pull out of the lot.
1. Trailhead Lodge: Mt. Bachelor’s Own Hotel on Century Drive
Why Book Here: The closest hotel to the mountain, and the only one run by Mt. Bachelor itself. The former LOGE Bend reopened in 2026 as a basecamp with exterior-access rooms, dog-friendly rooms, a pool and hot tub, and a fire pit for après. The lifts are about 20 minutes up the road.
Rating: 9.6/10 (85+ reviews) | Dog-friendly rooms | Pool · Hot tub · Fire pit
2. Seventh Mountain Resort: The Best-Value Ski Base
Why Book Here: At the start of the Cascade Lakes Highway, about 16 miles from Mt. Bachelor, Seventh Mountain has suites and studios, outdoor pools, a hot tub, and tennis, with Widgi Creek Golf Club next door. It’s one of the most affordable places to stay this close to the mountain. Pets aren’t allowed, and recent listings mention construction at a neighboring building.
Rating: 8.5/10 (40+ reviews) | No pets | Pools · Hot tub
3. Pine Ridge Inn: A Cozy Boutique Inn for Après
Why Book Here: A small, upscale inn in the pines on Century Drive, with spacious rooms, gas fireplaces, and soaking tubs in many rooms, exactly what you want after a ski day. Guests rave about the breakfast and the service.
Rating: 9.0/10 (450+ reviews) | Pet-friendly | Fireplaces · Soaking tubs
4. TownePlace Suites Bend Near Mt. Bachelor: Suites for Ski Families
Why Book Here: As the name says, this all-suite Marriott is set up for ski trips, with kitchens in the suites, breakfast, a hot tub and outdoor pool, and free parking. It’s a smart pick for families who want room to spread out.
Rating: 8.7/10 (95+ reviews) | Pet-friendly | Kitchens · Hot tub · Breakfast
Resort Stays Near Mt. Bachelor
Want more than a room? These resorts add golf, pools, and dining, and both sit on the west side close to the mountain road. See all of our picks in the best resorts around Bend.
5. Tetherow: Luxury on the Road to the Mountain
Why Book Here: Bend’s luxury golf resort sits on the way to Mt. Bachelor, about 10 minutes from downtown. The hotel has modern rooms with mountain views, a heated pool, an on-site restaurant, and a shuttle to the Old Mill and downtown. Pets are allowed on request.
Rating: 9.0/10 (140+ reviews) | Pets on request | Heated pool · Restaurant · Golf
6. Mt. Bachelor Village Resort: River-View Condos
Why Book Here: Just off Century Drive above the Deschutes River, Mt. Bachelor Village is a condo resort with a seasonal pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, and the Deschutes River Trail at your door. Our favorite here is a three-bedroom condo with a private hot tub overlooking the river.
Rating: 9.8/10 for our favorite condo (220+ reviews) | Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms | River views · Private hot tub
Condos, Homes & Cabins for Ski Trips
Traveling with family or a crew? These rentals add kitchens, space to dry your gear, and private hot tubs. Find more in our Bend VRBO guide.
7. Broken Top Townhome: On the Fairway, Off Century Drive
Why Book Here: This updated two-story townhome sits on the 18th fairway in Broken Top, a gated community just off Century Drive and one of the closest neighborhoods to the mountain road. The deck has a private hot tub and grill, and the primary suite is on the main floor.
Rating: 10/10 (160+ reviews) | Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · 2.5 baths | Private hot tub
8. Lakeside Cabin on Private Tumalo Lake
Why Book Here: For the cabin-in-the-woods ski trip: this three-bedroom cabin overlooks private Tumalo Lake west of Bend, with a wood-burning stove, lake views from every room, and a private hot tub facing the water. Confirm winter road access with the host before you book.
Rating: 10/10 (120+ reviews) | Sleeps 8 · 3 bedrooms | Wood stove · Private hot tub
9. Sunriver Home on the 14th Green: Room for the Whole Crew
Why Book Here: For big families who want the full Sunriver experience between ski days: three king suites plus a bunk room, a private hot tub, bikes, and 10 passes to SHARC, Sunriver’s aquatic and recreation center. Note that the minimum check-in age is 28.
Rating: 10/10 (125+ reviews) | Sleeps 11 · 4 bedrooms | Private hot tub · SHARC passes
Looking for more options? See our picks for the best hotels in Bend, the best resorts around Bend, and the best Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bend.
Mt. Bachelor Lodging FAQs
No. Mt. Bachelor has no slopeside hotels or condos. The closest lodging is on Bend’s west side along Century Drive and in Sunriver, about 20 to 30 minutes from the lifts.
No. There’s no ski-in/ski-out lodging at Mt. Bachelor. The closest you can get is a hotel or condo on Century Drive, like Trailhead Lodge, Seventh Mountain Resort, or Mt. Bachelor Village.
Mt. Bachelor is about 22 miles from downtown Bend, roughly a 30-minute drive. From the west side along Century Drive, it’s about 20 to 25 minutes.
Yes. Cascades East Transit runs the Mt. Bachelor shuttle during ski season from the Park & Ride on SW Columbia Street in Bend. Check the CET website for current schedules and fares.
Both are about 20 to 30 minutes from the lifts. Stay on Bend’s west side for the shortest drive and the best restaurants and breweries. Choose Sunriver if your family wants resort amenities like pools, bike paths, and the SHARC aquatic center.
Winter storms can bring traction requirements on Century Drive, so carry chains or have traction tires, and all-wheel drive helps. Check ODOT’s TripCheck for road conditions before you head up.
