The winter season at ski resorts across the country is winding down, while spring and summer resorts are starting to gear up for the upcoming change in weather. That timing can be advantageous for travelers, as even the most expensive resorts have some decent deals that could save you a bundle.

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Even if you’re not a skier or snowboarder, ski resorts typically offer something for everyone: a spa, other outdoor activities, and a ski lodge with a huge fireplace — ideal for sipping Irish coffee with friends. And if you’re not a winter weather person at all, the beach town or desert resorts provide travelers with shopping excursions, hiking and sightseeing opportunities when it’s not quite warm enough for time in the sun.

All that makes March an ideal time for an adventure at a reduced cost in the ‘tweener season. We priced four- or five-night excursions on weeknights in March in some of the priciest places in the United States to see what values you can find now. Many of them offered a free night if you stay multiple nights — especially on weekdays — or other extras, and when rooms are in the hundreds of dollars a night, one freebie helps. The prices include taxes and resort fees, which add up fast. Check it out.

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

The VisitNorthIdaho.com site describes Coeur d’Alene perfectly: “The playground of the Pacific Northwest,” and a place with “five-star amenities in a rugged setting.” Take in the downtown or walk along Tubbs Hill Trail. There are plenty of winter activities that don’t involve skiing, too. The Coeur d’Alene Golf & Spa Resort offers its Hot Winter Nights special through March.

Cost: Four nights — $1,130.

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Teton Pines in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

The Jackson Hole area offers a variety of late-winter things to do for the non-skier: snowmobiling, eco tours, hiking, stargazing and more. In 2019, Forbes named it the top ski resort in North America. The Teton Pines resort offers three-bedroom units that are perfect for the trip. Ask when you book a room whether there would be an extra per-person fee if you bring friends to make this more affordable.

Cost: Five nights at a Teton Pines townhome — $2,179

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in Carlsbad, California

Carlsbad, north of San Diego, has budget-friendly hotels but also some lovely resorts. Expensive at full price, you might luck into a special, such as buy three nights and get one free. In Carlsbad, take in the spas, breweries, luxury shopping or the outlets and, of course, the beach.