A Scenic Mountain Retreat Awaits At Montana's New Luxury Resort In Big Sky

With a handful of resorts in exotic locations around the world, luxury award-winning hospitality brand One&Only has finally opened up its first property in the U.S. The 240-acre mountain getaway sits within the picturesque peaks and open valleys of Moonlight Basin in Big Sky. This must-visit spot in Montana was recently voted as one of the Destinations of the Year for 2026 by Expedia. So if you dream of waking up to stunning landscape views of forests, lakes, mountains, and meadows — and who wouldn't? — this hidden mountain retreat is for you.

Sitting on the north side of Big Sky Resort, the luxury accommodation is spread out over 73 rooms and 19 cabins. They range from one- and two-bedroom cabins to signature six-bedroom private homes with space for up to 12 guests. Rooms are fully equipped with ADA-compliant options to welcome disabled visitors. The cabins are impeccably decorated with calming natural interiors reflecting the wild Montana landscape and have been designed with full-height, floor-to-ceiling windows to make the most of the mountainside views.

There's a choice of alpine cabins that look out over the forest, or enjoy the wide-open surroundings of the meadow cabins. Whichever one you choose, you're guaranteed views over Lone Mountain, Fan Mountain, and the Spanish Peaks, which are best enjoyed from the comfort of your own private outdoor hot tub. Located only 55 miles south of Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, it will take around an hour and a half by car depending on winter conditions and how long you stop to take in the views on this stunning road trip route.

While Big Sky is well known as a popular skiing destination, that's not the only winter sport on offer at the luxury mountain resort. For those who come first and foremost for skiing and snowboarding, the resort has its own private heated gondola giving direct access to Madison Base, within the Big Sky resort and its 5,850 acres of top-class ski slopes. From here, you can jump on the Lone Peak gondola and head up to Kircliff Observation Deck. At a height of 11,166 feet, you can gaze out over three states and 10 mountain ranges from the highest scenic overlook in Montana.

Not a fan of skiing or snowboarding? Not a problem. One&Only organizes other fun-filled snowy experiences like fat tire biking, snowshoeing, or Nordic skiing for an exhilarating adventure through backcountry winter landscapes. Summer is just as much fun, when the landscape transforms completely and becomes the perfect playground for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.

If you've come hoping to see some of the Montana wildlife, Moonlight Basin lies within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and Yellowstone National Park is only about an hour's drive away. Here you stand a good chance of seeing grizzlies, elk, or bighorn sheep. The nearby lakes and rivers are ideal for swimming, canoeing, or paddleboarding, and there's a private lakeside beach for guests who just want to chill out by the water's edge.

With all the facilities and experiences on offer at One&Only Moonlight Basin, you'd be forgiven for wanting to stay put at the resort. Three restaurants and two bars all cater to vegetarians, vegans, and those with other dietary requirements, such as gluten-free and lactose-free. Professional snowboarder-turned-celebrity-chef Akira Back brings his signature Japanese flavors with a fresh Montana twist into his self-named restaurant. Enjoy ranch-to-table dining at Wildwood, or alpine-inspired cuisine to match the alpine exterior in The Landing, an architectural beauty set high up on the mountainside. If it's just a relaxing drink by the fireplace you want, head to the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Dear Josephine for a choice of whisky-based cocktails and a selection of moonshine, in a nod to Montana's bootlegging past.

If total relaxation is what you have in mind, the wellness rituals at One&Only were made for you. The sumptuous spa has sauna and steam rooms with an outdoor onsen-style pool to soak your aches and pains away. There's also an indoor pool, fitness center, and beauty lounge. And with eight treatment rooms on offer, take your pick from the recovery, cryo-detox, and Dreamweaver rituals for a combination of full-body massages, invigorating exfoliations, and detoxifying body wraps.

For those traveling with children, there's a dedicated KidsOnly club, and a babysitter is available if you reserve ahead. Operating on a "host" system, you'll have a two-person team available just for you and your every need when you book a stay at the resort. If that's got you rushing to reserve, accommodation prices start from around $1,200 per night in the shoulder season and $2,300 per night during peak ski season.