Snow Resorts - Nightlife Hot Spots

By James Richardson

After a hard day on the slopes, nothing beets a tasty beer

So you've been skiing or snowboarding all day? You have come back to your accommodation, eaten some (* Insert any food which takes less than 5 minutes to prepare here *) had your first drink and are ready to hit the town (As cold and impractical as in reality that proposition is).

Where Do You Go?

With the snow being as it is, extremely cold, you do not want to be walking around all night trying to find a cool place with cool people, great drinks and fresh tunes.

So sit back while we go through the best places for a great alpine nightlife experience.

Mt Buller

My own mountain so I may be a little biased but I always have a great night out here.

It might be the relaxed atmosphere of the places or it may just be cheap drinks but this can sure be a fun place no matter what night of the week.


Moosehead Tapas Bar
After a day out on the slopes, head to the perfect apres-ski venue downstairs at the Abom, the Moosehead Tapas Bar. Relax by the roaring open fire with a gluhwien, a thirst quenching beer or a soothing wine from the extensive wine list.

Summit Road, Mt Buller
T: 03 5777 7899

Kooroora Kitchen
Positioned within the famous Kooroora Hotel, the Kooroora Kitchen provides skiers and boarders with home-style hearty meals with an innovative touch, as well as tasty bar snacks. The beers are cold and plentiful so drop by here for a few drinks with friends.

Village Square, Mt Buller
T: 03 5777 6712

Mt Hotham

Nightlife at Hotham is fun and frantic, with plenty of people letting their hair down in bars and clubs of various sizes across the entire resort. Mt Hotham's choice of nightlife is nothing less than extensive with places to suit all tastes and interests.

Swindlers
Located in Hotham Central, Swindlers is the heartbeat of Hotham. After dinner service Swindlers comes alive to the sounds of the hottest bands and DJ's from around the country.

The General
The General is famed for its nightlife, with something happening almost every night. From DJ's to darts nights, live music to comedy with DJ Eddy, the General has something for everyone long after the lifts have stopped spinning.


Falls Creek

Falls creek caters to a wide variety of tastes featuring everything from wine and vodka bars, to down and dirty pubs and clubs. So whether it's tunes or a sophisticated drop you are after you will find what you are after at falls.

The Bass Bar
Always something going on at this place! Downstairs, this is where some of the biggest names in the country hit the stage. Some of the previous headlines include. John Course, The Living End, Bliss and Eso, and Spiderbait to name just a few.

Frying Pan Inn
Great value meals & snacks - Lunch & Dinner. Entertainment. Happy Hour 5-6pm.
The people, the drinks, the atmosphere are what makes this place really unique.


Perisher Blue

Perisher Blue ski resort is all about winding down the way you like to. Whether it is a romantic candlelight dinner, casual conversation in an intimate lounge, or dancing in a high energy nightclub, Perisher Blue has something for everyone.

Clancy’s at The Man
Popular bar with live music, dj's, cheap drinks and a convent location in the center of the village.
The Man – Perisher Valley

P:02 6457 5234

Sundeck Hotel
Low key place with a great warm atmosphere. Enjoying a comedy night on Tuesday nights is a great way to relax after a full day on the slopes.


Thredbo

Thredbo's nightlife is a definite draw card, offering a diverse selection of restaurants and nightspots to assist you in ruining your next days skiing.

T-Bar Restaurant
The T-Bar Restaurant, one of Thredbo's most popular licensed restaurants, is centrally located in the Village Square. For beer lovers, Guinness and Coopers are on tap.

P: 02 6457 6355

Black Bear Inn
This German/Austrian style lodge has a cosy restaurant and bar with European character. Open till late everyday but Tuesday's this is a great place to unwind.

P: 02 6457 6216

So thats a wrap, some great places reviewed for you. Don't agree with us? No problem, just leave a comment on this article with your suggestions and we will investigate (By investigate we mean go there and have several drinks!)

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  James Richardson is a Melbourne writer who writes for snowlife.com.au - a privately run snow culture website based in Melbourne, Australia. If you have any suggestions, enquiries or issues please feel free to visit www.snowlife.com.au for more information.

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