Big Sky, Montana is set to ascend yet another level of luxury and adventure as One&Only Moonlight Basin prepares for its grand opening. Scheduled to open on November 18, 2025, this marks the renowned global brand’s first resort in the United States—and its first alpine destination. kerznercommunications.com+2One Mile at a Time+2
Why This Resort Matters
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It’s the first U.S. resort under the ultra-luxury brand One&Only, making this a landmark development. Moonlight Basin+1
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The location is prime: nestled within the 8,000-acre Moonlight Basin property (with the resort itself on 240 acres), adjacent to the legendary Big Sky Resort and about an hour from Yellowstone National Park. Hospitality Net+1
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Designed by internationally acclaimed architecture firm Olson Kundig, the resort fuses modern alpine luxury with the rugged beauty of Montana’s wilderness. Moonlight Basin+1
What to Expect — Facilities & Features
Accommodations:
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73 guest rooms and suites, plus 19 guest cabins and a collection of private homes. Moonlight Basin+1
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Entry-level rooms begin at 725 square feet and include upscale touches like fireplaces, separate soaking tubs and showers. One Mile at a Time
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Floor-to-ceiling windows bring the Big Sky vistas right into your room. Condé Nast Traveler+1
Dining & Bars:
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Six restaurants and bars on site. Among them, a highly anticipated partnership with celebrity chef Akira Back, opening his first alpine restaurant here. Hospitality Net+1
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New lodge facility, the One&Only Sky Lodge (opened Dec 2024) features “The Landing” restaurant and a ski-equipment centre. kerznercommunications.com+1
Activities & Access:
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Direct access via a private gondola to the Madison Base area of Big Sky Resort, and seamless ski-in/ski-out access. Hospitality Net+1
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Year-round appeal: winter supports skiing, snowboarding, fat-tire biking; summer offers hiking, fly fishing, kayaking, mountain biking and more. Luxury Travel Advisor
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Wellness focus: a state-of-the-art spa, fitness centre and indoor/outdoor amenities designed to relax and recharge. kerznercommunications.com
Why It’s a Game-Changer for Montana & Big Sky
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Adds a globally recognized luxury brand to Big Sky’s portfolio, raising the region’s hospitality bar.
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Thoughtfully designed to integrate into the landscape rather than dominate it—a model for high-end resort development in sensitive mountain settings.
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Opens fresh opportunities for homeowners, investors and luxury travelers drawn to ultra-premium experiences in the American West.
For Travelers & Homeowners: What to Know
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Reservations are open now for stays beginning November 18, 2025. Luxury Travel Advisor+1
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Given the limited inventory and brand prestige, early reservations are advisable for peak ski season.
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Homeowners and spec-home investors should note the resort’s emphasis on design, location and experience—properties around One&Only will likely have elevated expectations.
