The Celestial Observatory
Your window to the universe, high above the mountains
Look, I've been running this place for years and honestly? The observatory's still my favorite spot. There's something about being at 2,000 feet, away from city lights, with a seriously powerful telescope pointed at whatever's happening up there.
We're not just putting a telescope on the roof and calling it done - we've invested in professional-grade equipment and brought in astronomers who actually know their stuff. They'll show you things you didn't even know you could see from Earth.
Perfect for beginners or families. We'll start with the basics - finding constellations, spotting planets, and learning your way around the night sky. Tonight we're tracking Jupiter and its moons.
For the serious stargazers. We're going deep - nebulae, galaxies, star clusters. Bring something warm to drink 'cause we're staying out here until we've seen everything worth seeing.
Updated for October 23, 2025
Prime viewing - both planets are super bright tonight
Visible from 8 PM onwardsClearest it's been all month - you can even see it naked eye
Best after 10 PMAbsolutely stunning through the telescope right now
Rising around midnightThat famous cluster that looks like a tiny dipper
All night viewingLooks exactly like its name - seriously cool
Early evening bestWaning crescent - perfect for deep sky viewing
Low light interference
Honestly, some of the best shots I've seen have come from guests who thought they'd just snap a quick phone pic and ended up staying for hours.
We've got adapters for pretty much any camera setup - DSLRs, mirrorless, even your phone if you're keen. Our astronomers can help you with settings and framing. No experience needed, just curiosity.
Camera adapters, tracking mounts, remote shutters
Personal tips from our astrophotography pros
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Just you, your people, and the cosmos. We'll set everything up and give you full access to the telescope. Our astronomer will stick around to help or disappear if you want privacy - totally your call.
$350 per session
Three-night intensive where you'll actually learn how to navigate the sky yourself. By the end, you won't need us anymore - but hopefully you'll still want to visit.
$495 per person
Clear skies, minimal moon, low humidity - pretty much perfect conditions. But yeah, we're in the mountains, so things can change fast. Check back here or call us if you're wondering whether it's worth coming up.
Cloud Cover
15%
Visibility
Excellent
Temperature
8°C / 46°F
Wind Speed
Light
Observatory sessions are complimentary for all hotel guests. Not staying with us? You can still join - just give us a call to reserve your spot.