Category: Vacation

Elk Ridge Estate is at the heart of it all, with easy access to top destinations in the valley.

Town of Jackson. Jackson Hole. Teton Village. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Snow King. First-time visitors mix these up all the time or think they’re synonymous.

As a local, I can tell you you’ll want to know the difference when you book your Jackson Hole vacation. I’ll give you the same rundown of the area I give my visitors, answer questions I get from my guests all the time, and show you how Elk Ridge Estate is sited compared to Jackson Hole’s most popular attractions.

The single most common question we get before a guest arrives is some version of: “How far are you from the ski resort?”

But let’s break down what they’re really asking without knowing it. Jackson Hole has two ski areas. One is called Snow King and we have a beautiful elevated view of it from Elk Ridge Estate. It towers over the town of Jackson (more on that later) with runs leading right into Jackson itself. It’s only two miles from our location and accessible with a quick 2-mile drive or even via the bike path using bikes right in the toy closet at Elk Ridge Estate.

Snow King is the oldest ski area in Wyoming, with locals schlepping it up the hill with old-school wood skis starting in the 1920s. By 1939 it had a rope tow. It’s now so much more. Nowadays it has the steepest zip line in North America, three high-speed lifts, a ropes course, an alpine slide, tubing in the winter, a summit restaurant, an observatory and planetarium on the summit at nearly 8,000 feet, summit concerts, an alpine coaster, and a scenic gondola taking people to the summit year-round. Whew… That’s not even everything! Snow King is a great place for families and hosts family-friendly skiing and activities for most of the year, including the popular National Snowmobile Hill Climb in March every year.

But despite all the fun available there, most people are really asking how close Elk Ridge Estate is to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort at Teton Village (14.2 miles is the answer). People rarely call the resort its actual name though. That’s probably because the valley’s geography is genuinely confusing to outsiders and the names are redundant.

If you leave this page knowing the difference between Jackson, Jackson Hole, and Teton Village, this guide will have done its job.

Here’s a quick primer to set you up for success.

What’s the difference between Jackson, Wyoming and Jackson Hole? Is Teton Village the same as Jackson Hole? Isn’t Jackson Hole just a ski area?

Jackson, Jackson Hole, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and Teton Village all have a lot in common, but they are completely different things. When people say “we’re going to Jackson Hole,” they usually mean the general area, not a specific point on a map. That’s fine for conversation. It’s a problem when you’re trying to book a vacation rental.

We’ll demystify Jackson Hole geography for you below.

Jackson

When someone says “we’re going to Jackson,” they mean the town. It’s the town in the heart of Jackson Hole (see below). Population is about 10,000. Sitting at about 6,240 feet, the core of the town of Jackson has the famous Elk Antler Arches, the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, art galleries aplenty, cute shops, and more. It’s bordered by the National Elk Refuge, which has about 25,000 acres of permanently preserved land that fills with elk in the winter. Elk Ridge Estate is about one mile north of Jackson, overlooking the National Elk Refuge’s green mountain meadows.

Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole is the valley that contains the town of Jackson, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Teton Village, and even Grand Teton National Park. It’s also got smaller communities like Wilson, Moose, Kelly, Moran, and Teton Village. In old frontier usage, a “hole” was a high mountain valley ringed by peaks. It really is kind of a giant hole in the gorgeous mountains that surround it. The Tetons erupt to the east and north, the Gros Ventres to the west, the Snake River Range and the Wyoming Range to the south, and the insanely beautiful Wind River Range are a stone’s throw to the southeast. The valley, a 48-mile elongated oval, sits at around 6,200 feet while the Grand Teton rises precipitously to well over double that altitude (13,770 feet) in a dramatic show of plate tectonic power. Elk Ridge Estate is in Jackson Hole, but just outside the town of Jackson (see above).

Teton Village

The town at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (see below), the BIG ski area that people come to Jackson to ski and see. Sometimes locals will affectionately say they’re going to ski “the Village.” The resort is what they mean. Elk Ridge Estate is a 20-minute drive from Teton Village if weather and traffic cooperate. It’s also a good 15–20 minutes by car between Jackson and Teton Village, so don’t make the mistake of thinking you can walk from one to the other easily. There is a bike path that connects them and runs right past the estate, but more on that later. Teton Village has its own cluster of hotels, condos, restaurants, and ski infrastructure. If you insist on ski-in, ski-out for your winter vacation, this is where you’ll need to stay to get the experience you’re seeking. Elk Ridge Estate isn’t for you in this case.

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (at Teton Village)

The big, beautiful ski area people think of synonymously with Jackson Hole or Jackson, Wyoming. Elk Ridge Estate is 14.2 miles away. It tends to be a quick drive with mostly highway miles, but it can slow down at peak driving hours, especially in peak seasons. For winter, you may want to consider parking at the Stilson lot at the turnoff from Highway 22 toward Teton Village and take the free shuttle to the resort, since parking tends to fill quickly on a powder day.

These names matter because “Jackson Hole ski vacation” usually means staying at Teton Village, but “Jackson Hole vacation” in general doesn’t. A lot of first-time visitors book lodging in Teton Village thinking they’ll be close to the town of Jackson and then discover they’re a 20-minute drive away from the restaurants, shops, and life they were expecting to step out the door into. At Elk Ridge, we’re a 2-minute drive from downtown Jackson, or you can walk or ride bikes in on the bike path that runs by.

“How Far Are You From the Ski Resort?” — The #1 Question We Get

This is the question nearly every winter guest asks before they arrive. The complication is that there are two ski mountains in the valley and another over the mountain. They’re all completely different animals.

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (at Teton Village)

This is the big one. The aerial tram. The serious terrain. The mountain with an international reputation, ranked among the best in North America for expert skiing. When someone says “the ski resort” or “Jackson Hole skiing,” this is almost always what they mean even if they don’t know the actual name.

From Elk Ridge Estate, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is 14.2 miles away. In general it won’t take longer than 20 minutes to get there from Elk Ridge. In winter, which is when most people are going there, it can be a 30-minute drive on a clear day or up to 90 minutes if there’s snow, traffic, or both. If you want to ski this mountain every day of your vacation, you need to factor that drive in. Most days, even in the winter, you’re looking at no more than 30 minutes from Elk Ridge. If skiing Jackson Hole isn’t the sole focal point of your vacation, we’re still a great option with a view that Teton Village can’t really rival.

Snow King Mountain (in the town of Jackson)

Snow King is the small mountain right in the town of Jackson. You can see it from Town Square or from the hot tub patio at Elk Ridge Estate. From us, it’s about 2 miles away, or a 5-minute drive. It has a gondola, tubing, three other high-speed lifts, a rope tow, a mountain coaster, an alpine slide, an ice rink, a planetarium and observatory, a ropes course, and more. More recently they added Aurora restaurant at the summit. It’s a great mountain for mixed-ability groups, non-skiers who just want to ride a scenic gondola and have dinner, and families whose kids want to tube for an afternoon.

Snow King is not a substitute for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort if you’re a serious skier. The snow isn’t as good even though it’s super close to JHMR, the mountain is much smaller, and the terrain isn’t nearly as varied. But it is a beautiful mountain with great Teton views and it’s a very real amenity if you’re not super serious skiers or just want a place for the grandkids to have some fun. Most of our winter guests end up visiting it at least once, even when skiing wasn’t the reason they came.

Grand Targhee Resort

Most guests don’t think of this as the destination. It’s generally not confusing for people, but I want to include it for context. Grand Targhee is over Teton Pass from Elk Ridge Estate. It’s a beautiful 47-mile drive that will lift you to 8,400 feet in the Tetons before dropping you into Idaho for a while. Then you’ll jog back into Wyoming to head back up into the mountains to a beautiful base area at 7,850 feet, more or less. Of all the resorts, Targhee ironically has the best Teton views from behind them. Head to the top of Fred’s Mountain at 9,920 feet and you’ll be treated to a spectacular view of the Grand Teton along with the Middle and South Tetons. If there’s a more impressive view at any ski area anywhere, I have yet to find it. Targhee is a known destination for powder hounds. It’s not as busy as Jackson Hole and sometimes gets the front end of the storms before they peter out on the other side of the Tetons. Plenty of steep terrain and groomers make it a delightful destination. The world-class bike park and hiking trails in the summer make it worthwhile year-round.

When Should I Book Elk Ridge Estate?

We tell every guest who asks about skiing the same thing. It’s not a scripted answer; it’s what I actually say on the phone when someone calls. It’s saved more than one guest from booking the wrong property.

“If you’re here for a ski experience and you really want to ski in, ski out, then staying at this property is not going to be the best one for you. If you really want to be at Teton Village, you should probably stay there. But if you’re here with a group and skiing is only part of your experience — maybe you ski two or three days, but you’re also doing other things — this property is actually a really great location.”
— Richelle Paulsen, owner-host

Here’s the math behind that answer:

If your trip is primarily about skiing: I mean every day, all day, first tram to last chair… Then you should stay at Teton Village. Ski-in/ski-out lodging is worth paying for if you’re going to use it. That’s an honest answer because I care about your trip experience. We often refer guests to other properties when it’s clearly the right call for their trip.

If your trip is about Jackson Hole and skiing is part of it: Maybe you ski two or three days, and the rest of the week is about exploring, the National Elk Refuge, dinners on the town, shopping the Town Square, tubing at Snow King with the kids, a sleigh ride, a day trip to Yellowstone, etc. If this sounds like you, then being near the town of Jackson is actually the better base. You spend your non-ski days five to ten minutes from everything instead of 20–30 minutes from everything. The Grand Teton park entrance is five minutes up the road, not half an hour. The direct connector road from Teton Village to Grand Teton National Park is closed in the winter to become a cross-country ski track.

Most of our winter guests fall into the second category, even when they don’t realize it when they first start planning. The way we figure out which one fits is by asking a simple question on the first call: if you only ski two days on this trip, would that be a problem or would your group be happy with it? If it’d be a problem, Teton Village is probably your better bet. If you’d miss skiing more, we’re probably a perfect fit.

Below is a quick breakdown of who will most love Elk Ridge and who’d be better off booking elsewhere:

If you read the right-hand column and something about your trip matches, it doesn’t mean we won’t welcome you, but it does mean we’d want a conversation first to make sure the fit is right. Give Richelle a call beforehand to figure that out.

Where Exactly Is Elk Ridge Estate?

The address is 1855 N US Hwy 89, Jackson, Wyoming 83001. A few specifics that matter for planning:

• Two miles north of Town Square. You can be walking around the antler arches in under five minutes by car, or about thirty to forty minutes on foot. Caveat: the bike path closes in winter for wildlife management between Nov. 15 and April 15, so winter is really a drive-only option.
• Roughly 8 miles from Jackson Hole Airport. 10 to 12 minutes door-to-door in normal conditions. Among the closest luxury vacation rentals to the airport in the valley.
• Five minutes from the south edge of Grand Teton National Park. The park boundary is literally about three miles from Elk Ridge. You can be at some fantastic trailheads faster than most in-park stays can get you there.
• Directly adjacent to the Teton Bike Pathway. The paved pathway is mere steps from the property. You can ride to Antelope Flats (home of the infamous barn in front of the Tetons), Jenny Lake, south into town, or even to Teton Village without really ever needing to share a road with cars. And we have bikes guests can use in the toy closet! We can also rent you e-bikes to take full advantage of what’s out our backdoor.
• Overlooking the National Elk Refuge. In winter, you can see the elk herd from the property — up to 10,000 elk. In summer, you’re looking out at 25,000 acres of protected, green open space with Flat Creek running through it (world-class fishing in the right season). We see coyotes, bighorn sheep, deer, fox, and even the occasional bear or mountain lion in the meadows. The iconic Sheep Mountain, known locally as the Sleeping Indian, rises on the east side of the Refuge. The Tetons are to our west.
• On 15 private acres. We’re not in a subdivision. Our “neighbors” are hundreds of yards away, and we have a private driveway. It’s just the estate and your group enjoying its wide-open views.

Distance and Drive-Time Reference

All times are from Elk Ridge Estate, in typical conditions. Winter times in parentheses are worst-case with significant snow or traffic.

Winter times and availability vary significantly with weather. Yellowstone and Grand Teton close many roads in winter, but Taggart is a year-round trailhead. Check conditions the day of any drive through the canyon or toward Teton Village. In a heavy snow event, plan extra time and drive a vehicle with good clearance and winter tires.

Airport Proximity — the Underrated Factor

People underestimate how much this matters until they don’t have it.

Jackson Hole Airport is inside Grand Teton National Park. It’s the only commercial airport in a U.S. national park and it’s only about 8 miles from Elk Ridge Estate — a 10-to-12-minute drive. For a multi-gen trip where you’re picking up kids who’ve connected through Denver or Salt Lake with a stroller, a car seat, and the full traveling-with-small-children complement, that short drive is worth a lot. For a winter trip where someone’s inbound flight gets delayed, the difference between a 12-minute drive back to the house and a 45-minute drive back to Teton Village is material.

It also matters for departure day. Most first-time visitors underestimate how long it takes to get through security at Jackson Hole Airport during peak season. The terminal is small and the line during summer and winter holiday periods can snake outside. Being ten minutes away means you can leave later and still make your flight.

The National Parks Relationship (Most Visitors Have This Backwards)

Before they arrive, many guests assume Yellowstone is the close park and Grand Teton is the far one. It’s actually the opposite.

Grand Teton National Park is right next door. The park boundary is five minutes from our driveway. You can leave the property after breakfast, be at the Taggart Lake trailhead by 9 a.m., hike to the lake and back, and be home for lunch. Most park visitors from hotels in town or Teton Village don’t have that option, or choose not to use it because it’s time-consuming. The main road through the park, which locals call “the inner road,” closes from November 1 to April 30 between Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain Lodge. The road becomes a cross-country ski corridor, and a local favorite is biking the road after they plow April 1 but before they open to cars in May. You can often get this same experience in November before the road gets buried in new snow as well.

Yellowstone is a day trip. It’s only 1 hour 35 minutes to the south entrance. Old Faithful is another 45 minutes or so past that without traffic or wildlife slowdowns. You can absolutely visit Yellowstone while staying here. Most of our guests do it at some point, but please understand that it’s a full-day commitment, not a before-dinner outing. Any of the feeder communities to Yellowstone has similar drive times, but we’re among the closest from Jackson. Just be aware that Yellowstone closes its roads in winter, meaning you’ll need to rent special snowmobiles or go with a snowcoach or snowmobile tour to see the park in winter, which is well worthwhile.

If you’re planning to visit both parks, this has consequences for how you plan your week. You’ll be in and out of Grand Teton daily, almost without trying. Yellowstone is more of a need-to-plan park: pick one day, pick one primary destination (like the Old Faithful basin), leave early, and don’t try to loop the whole park. We have a more detailed Yellowstone-in-a-day guide forthcoming.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jackson the same as Jackson Hole?

No. Jackson is the town with the Town Square, elk antler arches, and most of the valley's shops and restaurants. Jackson Hole is the 48-mile-long valley that contains Jackson, plus Grand Teton National Park, the National Elk Refuge, and several smaller communities. In casual conversation, people often use "Jackson Hole" to mean the whole area, but they're technically two different things.

What's the difference between Jackson Hole and Teton Village?

Jackson Hole is the valley. Teton Village is a resort community inside that valley, about 12 miles northwest of the town of Jackson, at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. “Jackson Hole” is often used as a shorter version of “Jackson Hole Mountain Resort,” especially in the context of skiing. Teton Village has its own hotels, condos, and ski-in/ski-out lodging. It is not the same place as the town of Jackson, and you cannot walk between them.

How far is Elk Ridge Estate from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort?

About 14 miles. In good summer or fall conditions, it's a 15-to-20-minute drive. In winter with snow or traffic, plan on 30 minutes to 90 minutes depending on conditions. If skiing Jackson Hole Mountain Resort every day is your main reason for the trip, Teton Village is usually the better lodging choice.

Is Elk Ridge Estate ski-in/ski-out?

No. Elk Ridge Estate is a private two-home estate in Jackson, 14 miles from the infamous ski-in/ski-out lodging at Teton Village. We're a better fit for travelers combining skiing with other activities, not for skiers who want to step out the door onto a lift.

How close is Elk Ridge Estate to the airport?

About 8 miles, or a 10-to-12-minute drive in normal conditions. Jackson Hole Airport is the only commercial airport located inside a U.S. national park. The flight in is absolutely stunning. Try to get a window seat, typically on the right-hand side of the plane, for flying into Jackson for the best Teton views.

How close is Elk Ridge Estate to Grand Teton National Park?

The park's south entrance is about a 5-minute drive from the property. Most popular trailheads in Grand Teton — Taggart Lake, Jenny Lake, String Lake — are a 25-to-45-minute drive from there.

How far is Yellowstone National Park from Elk Ridge Estate?

About 1 hour and 35 minutes to the south entrance of Yellowstone. Old Faithful is another 45 minutes past that. Plan on a full day if you're going and know you still won’t come close to seeing it all. Let Richelle know if you want recommendations for a day trip and she’ll give you some great options.

Can I walk to Town Square from Elk Ridge Estate?

Technically yes, but it's about 2 miles, roughly a 30- to 40-minute walk. Most guests drive or take a short Uber or Lyft into town. Jackson's downtown is compact and highly walkable once you're there.

Do I need a rental car when staying at Elk Ridge Estate?

For almost every trip, yes. Jackson Hole is designed around driving. Public transit is limited, and the distances involved in getting to Grand Teton trailheads, Teton Village, or anywhere beyond walking distance from the property require a vehicle. For groups of 6 or more, we generally recommend two vehicles so the group can split up

Is Elk Ridge Estate close to the National Elk Refuge?

Yes! We overlook the National Elk Refuge from our property. The main refuge entrance and visitor facilities are about an 8-minute drive. In winter, the thousands-strong elk herd is visible from the property itself. We keep binoculars and a spotting scope in the Main House for exactly that reason. In all seasons, you might be lucky to spot other wildlife like bighorn sheep, mountain lions, foxes, coyotes or even a stray bear on occasion.

What's the closest grocery store?

Creekside Market is about a mile away and has some mean breakfast burritos, but it’s more of a convenience store. We recommend Albertsons, Smith's or Whole Foods, all of which are within a 5-to-10-minute drive in Jackson. Instacart delivers to the property as well.

Still Not Sure If We’re the Right Fit? Ask Us.

If you’ve read this far and you’re genuinely not sure whether Elk Ridge Estate is the right base for the trip you’re planning, the fastest way to find out is a five-minute phone call. Richelle answers her own phone. If we’re not the right fit, she’ll tell you — and usually she can point you toward somewhere in the valley that is.

If we are the right fit, you’ll know by the end of the call.

Written with Richelle Paulsen, owner-host of Elk Ridge Estate.

Think of this as the conversation you’d have with me (your host Richelle) during your property walkthrough — except you can read it before you arrive, share it with your group, and skip the “where are we eating tonight?” debate entirely while in Jackson Hole.

Why This Guide Exists

One of the most common questions I hear from Elk Ridge Estate guests is “Where should we eat?” You’ll probably ask me before you arrive. Maybe even before you book!

It sounds simple, but a lot of our guests have to coordinate the diverse needs of three generations since they’re taking advantage of our multi-home estate to travel with kids and grandkids. When you’re coordinating meals for a group of six to ten people across three generations, the question of where to eat gets complicated fast: grandparents who want a real sit-down experience, kids who need something immediately, adults who just want to relax after a day on the trails — and everyone’s starving at the same time.

This guide is designed specifically for the families and groups who stay at Elk Ridge Estate, or anyone else coming to Jackson Hole who wants the local hangouts instead of the overpriced, stuffy places that won’t accommodate families well.

This isn’t a ranked list from a review site. It’s what I actually recommend to guests. These are places where your whole group can walk in, feel welcome, and eat well without overthinking it — places Jackson Hole natives and locals actually eat and love.

How to Use This Guide

We’ve organized this guide by the situations you’ll actually face: breakfast before a hike, a casual family dinner after a long day in the park, a special-occasion evening out, and quick bites when the kids can’t wait another minute. Each restaurant card includes what it’s best for, an insider tip, and a direct note from me based on years of guest feedback.

A note on reservations: Jackson Hole restaurants fill up fast in summer and over the holidays. For groups of six or more, call ahead whenever possible — even at casual restaurants. For many places like Aurora and the Silver Dollar Grill, reservations are essential. At others, you’ll at least slash your wait time.

Breakfast & Morning Stops

Many Elk Ridge guests are heading out early for a day of hiking, skiing, or park exploration. These are the restaurants that will fuel your group and get you on the road — or give you a slow, lingering start if that’s the kind of morning you’re having.

Casual Family Dinners

This is where most Elk Ridge guests land. After a full day outside, few of our guests want a long wait, a formal dress code, or a menu written half in French that confuses the grandkids. These restaurants are local hotspots and reliably welcoming for groups with mixed ages and appetites. They’re the places our guests order from over and over — based on the pizza boxes and takeout containers I find during turnover. 😀

The Town Square Walkabout: Picking on the Fly

Many of our guests, especially first-time Jackson Hole visitors, want to spend an evening strolling the Town Square and picking restaurants in the high-traffic area. I recommended some of my favorite haunts above (Pinky G’s, Hand Fire Pizza, and Merry Pigs, as the locals call it), but there are a lot of options to choose from — whether you want a high-end steakhouse or a mid-tier burger joint.

You’ll probably see some shops your group will want to slip into as well, so it’s well worth doing at least one night during your stay. There’s a parking lot about a mile into town on the corner of Cache and Gill where you can leave the car and walk the whole square on foot. Make a night of it: amble around the Town Square, take in the sights and shops, and of course get your picture at the elk antler arches.

Special Occasions & Memorable Evenings

Most Elk Ridge guests aren’t looking for white-tablecloth dining every night — they’re here for the outdoors. But when you do want something special for a birthday, an anniversary, or simply a more experience-driven night, we have a handful of faves to recommend.

Holiday dining: The Wort Hotel is also my go-to recommendation for Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners. They’ve offered multi-course holiday meals in recent years, and it’s one of the only places in Jackson where your whole group can celebrate a holiday dinner in a genuinely historic, welcoming setting. Call ahead well in advance for holiday reservations.

Dining in Grand Teton National Park

Some of the most memorable meals in Jackson Hole aren’t in the town of Jackson. They happen overlooking the Tetons and the Snake River with a fresh slice of pizza in your hand. If your group is spending a day in the park, plan a stop at Dornan’s — you get two completely different dining experiences in one place, and they’re both worth it.

Practical Tips for Group Dining

Groceries & Cooking at the Estate

Elk Ridge Estate’s Main House has a fully equipped luxury kitchen with both a gas grill and a charcoal barbecue, plus every cooking gadget you could want. Many of our guests find that their best “restaurant” meals happen right on the patio.

Grocery guide: It depends on what you like. Albertson’s is the closest large grocery store to the property. If you’re price-conscious, Smith’s has better pricing for most things. And if you want the best-quality produce, Whole Foods is between Albertson’s and Smith’s. Most of our guests end up at Whole Foods.

Delivery: Instacart and DoorDash both operate in the Jackson area. Many guests stock the kitchen through Instacart before arrival and order DoorDash from Hand Fire Pizza or other restaurants when the group doesn’t feel like going out.

Coordinating Dinner for Your Group

Don’t overplan. The number-one mistake we see is trying to pre-book every dinner before arrival. Your plans will change based on weather, energy levels, and what you did that day. Have two or three nights loosely planned — one night downtown, one night cooking at the house or barbecuing on the patio, one night ordering in — and let the rest unfold as you settle in.

Feed the kids first if you need to. If the adults want a quieter dinner downtown, consider feeding the kids pizza at the house first. The guest house works beautifully as a separate space for grandparents or a sitter with the little ones while the adults head to the Wort Hotel or Aurora.

Uber and Lyft work here. If your group wants to enjoy drinks downtown, ride-shares are available in Jackson. Many Elk Ridge guests take an Uber the short mile into town so everyone can relax.

Private Chef & Catering

Elk Ridge Estate can coordinate private chef services and meal delivery with 72 hours’ notice. If you’re celebrating a milestone like a birthday, anniversary, or family reunion, having a chef prepare dinner right at the estate is one of the most relaxing options available. Ask Richelle when you book, and she’ll connect you with local providers.

Questions? Just Ask Richelle.

That’s what I’m here for. Every Elk Ridge guest gets a personal property walkthrough and a standing invitation to text or call anytime during your stay — restaurant recommendations, reservations help, directions, whatever you need. I love making your stay better.