The Steamboat Grand Hotel is expected to reopen Nov. 22 — one day before Steamboat Resort plans to open for the 2024-25 ski season — following a series of extensive renovations at the hotel.

The Steamboat Grand sits at the base of the resort. The renovation work on the hotel began April 1, replacing the building’s original water pipe infrastructure, upgrading the hotel’s elevators and guest rooms, and expanding guest services.

The work was expected to be complete by Nov. 30, but that timeline has just been updated. Steamboat Resort has set its opening day for Nov. 23.

“This was the largest renovation undertaking at the Steamboat Grand in more than 20 years and we are thrilled to be ahead of schedule and ready to welcome guests back to the hotel for winter opening day,” said Kathy Hastings, general manager, in a statement.

“The team working on the project, our homeowners association and our active staff have done an incredible job supporting the work that needed to be done,” Hastings continued. “As we wrap up the big work and turn our attention to readying for opening day, we’re excited to welcome back our entire hotel team and show our guests how we expanded on the level of service they have come to expect from a stay at the Steamboat Grand.”

According to the hotel, the work was a result of a $25 million investment over two years by the Steamboat Grand Homeowners Association and a joint effort from Steamboat Resort’s management team and local contractors.

The hotel says much of the work done was behind-the-scenes with the focus on replacing aging pipe infrastructure and installation of a fire alarm system.

There are also more visible improvements such as remodeled public restrooms, modernized elevators, and new exterior poolside furniture.

The guest rooms including the penthouses will have contemporary furniture including headboards, nightstands, benches, desks, TV consoles, dressers, credenzas and entry consoles, table refinishes, bathroom enhancements, lighting fixtures and upgraded bedding for added comfort.

The hotel says more than 1,640 pieces of furniture were replaced during the renovations.

“The Steamboat Grand property owners clearly understood the importance of this project at the outset and supported it with a $19 million special investment as well as existing reserve funds,” said Jim Webster, board president of the Steamboat Grand HOA. “The HOA board is incredibly pleased the work is being completed ahead of schedule and at less cost than the special assessment budget.”

The Steamboat Grand has also expanded its range of services, and the Cabin Restaurant will offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night options; the Grand Market has been expanded to include additional lounge seating; and guests may also still enjoy access to Rocky Mountain Day Spa, daily shuttle service with expanded hours, the Grand Sports rental shop, ski valet and storage, as well as the pool, hot tubs and health club.