History of the Chateau Apres

The Chateau Apres lodge was built in 1964, just as Park City Ski Area was opening (1963-64). Its location was just steps from the resort and ideal for skiers as we were the closest hotel to the lifts at that time.
Ed Hosenfeld came to Park City from Corning, New York, by way of California. He met his wife, Susan, in California and it was her family who owned and built the hotel. Ed invested some money in the hotel and started working there with his wife in 1966. When they came to town the only paved street was Park Avenue. The city employees would come by and pick up the trash in an old flat bedded truck, and ‘I remember I use to ride my dirt bike over where Prospector Square and Deer Valley Ski Area are now. The growth in Park City was gradual for many years, but we knew it had potential. The proximity to the Salt Lake Airport and great powder snow was bound to get Park City recognized.*
For the past 19 years our oldest son, Jason, has been manager of the Chateau–working with Ed during the ski season and busiest part of summer season. It is a joy to have a member of the family want to keep the tradition going. Of course without Jason’s help Ed would have to learn how to use the computer.
In addition to the hotel’s 32 private rooms, large inviting lobby with fireplace, and eating area, there is a male and female dormitory.