I usually avoid hotel chains, but staying at a Four Seasons completely changed my tune

The Four Seasons Jackson Hole opened in 2003 as a luxury ski resort in Teton Village. It sits below Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, next to Grand Teton National Park, and south of Yellowstone National Park.

With gable rooftops towering above pine trees across the property, I thought the hotel resembled a gigantic cabin.

The Four Seasons describes its design aesthetic as "mountain modern chic." I think the hotel brand nailed it.

The lobby elevated traditional Western styles with warm lighting, an earthy palette, sculptures of cowboys and bison, and a stone fireplace in the center of the cozy space.

The resort has 155 rooms, including 106 guest rooms, 18 suites, and 31 Resort Residences — with full kitchens and up to five bedrooms — for large groups.

Though BI received a media rate for the one-night stay, a company representative said starting prices range from $525 in the offseason to $995 in the winter.

Meanwhile, starting nightly rates for the Resort Residences range from $4,200 to $11,000, depending on the season.

When I entered my hotel room on a cold, rainy day, I immediately turned on the gas fireplace and got cozy.

I scanned the room and spotted a king-sized bed, three cushy benches, a small table, and windowed doors leading to a small, private balcony facing the mountains.

Cherry-wood shutters gave my room a rustic look, elevated by works of art resembling nature. I ogled at the tree forms on the lit-up headboard.

There was a tablet on one of the nightstands with smart controls for the TV and room service requests.

The bathroom felt spacious and elegant, with marble tiles, an oversize tub, and a roomy shower with Le Labo toiletries.

It was incredibly cloudy during my stay, obstructing much of the view. But I imagine it would be an exceptional place to stargaze on a clear night.

During my stay, there was no snow, but in the winter, the base of this hotel would be covered in white and dotted with skiers.

In addition to the main pool, there were three whirlpools. In the winter, guests have access to heated towels and robes.

The spa has a salon and 16 treatment rooms for services like hydrating facials and rejuvenating body wraps.

The spa uses locally harvested natural ingredients, from rose quartz stones to wildflowers, for many of its treatments, according to the company's website.

The Four Seasons has a steak house called Westbank Grill, a pub called The Handle Bar, and the Ascent Lounge, a pan-Asian eatery.

The restaurants source ingredients locally, from greens and potatoes to elk, beef, and buffalo.

The interior design in these spaces nodded to the American West through works of art and organic foundations such as stone walls and wooden cathedral ceilings.

"When you're a skier, the first chair is that coveted spot, just like in music," Cole said of the store's name.

The small space was vibrant, with walls wrapped in newspapers and a bold red countertop. The offerings were akin to an upscale corner store. I spotted pastries, sandwiches, single-serving snacks, freshly pressed juices, and locally sourced coffee.

Up to 30 guests can pile into the 750-square-foot 80 Proof, a speakeasy-style bar reminiscent of the traditional cowboy spirit.

"It's designed to evoke how the old west used to be," Cole said. "Like those railroad journeys through the American Frontier."

The velvet curtains, intricately footed tables, and historic photos on the walls gave the room a classy, old-world feel.

The Mountain Club, accessible via a membership program, has an 814-square-foot lounge with complimentary meals and cocktails and a 1,257-square-foot looker room with heated storage spaces.

The starting rate for a membership is $9,000 a year with a $100,000 initiation fee, according to the Four Seasons.

Members can use all hotel amenities year-round, from the pool to the spa, and they also receive 25 guest passes a year.

During ski season, members have access to a ski valet, concierge services, and a private locker. And since it's a ski-in, ski-out facility, skiers can hit the slopes as soon as they step outside.

And I'll likely have a completely different experience.

While I still wouldn't stay in hotels that look nearly identical across locations, my Four Seasons experience taught me that not all chains are the same — they can provide unique experiences.

So, when it comes to large hotel companies, I'm ditching the close-minded attitude.