Originally founded as a mining settlement during the Colorado Silver Boom and subsequently renamed Aspen because of the abundance of aspen trees in the region, this United States city grew rapidly in the 1880s for its abundance of the precious metal. Aspen eventually became renowned for its lush and rugged natural beauty, but most especially for its snowy skiing slopes.
Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk (especially popular with skiing novices), and the famed Snowmass Ski Resort are all within driving distance of this stunning mountain hideaway. Furthermore, it’s a favorite starting place for some of Colorado’s top snowmobile trips and adventures. There is more to Aspen, however, than its snow-capped mountains. The Maroon Bell peaks, for example, provide breathtaking views while climbing in the Rockies. If you’re looking for a more laidback, leisurely getaway, Aspen is also known for its many upscale spas. Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating massage at a local spa or take a soak in the therapeutic hot waters of Glenwood Springs, for a more peaceful escape. Today, the area teems with luxury lodges and high-end hotels, whether you are looking to rip through packed powder, trek across tree-lined trails, or indulge in luxe oases of wellness.
#1. The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Imagine the rustic elegance of a luxurious manor, gracefully situated at the foot of the majestic Aspen Mountain? The St. Regis Aspen Resort brings that imagination to life.
This five-star luxury destination embodies the best of Aspen. All 179 guestrooms exude an Alpine-chic charm, with muted earthy tones for a warm and cozy ambience. The St. Regis Aspen Resort’s superbly built luxury guestrooms, suites, and apartments reflect Aspen’s natural splendor; gorgeous getaways overlooking Aspen Mountain, with customized Ralph Lauren furniture, opulent 400-thread-count Frette linens, and lavish marble bathrooms with Remède amenities.
The St. Regis Aspen Resort boasts two excellent dining destinations that showcase the vibrant and complex flavors of Colorado. The hotel’s flagship restaurant, Velvet Buck, offers an array of rustic mountain cuisine, while the seasonal, upscale Chefs Club serves Michelin-starred fine dining. Meanwhile, handmade drinks, live music, and delectable light meals are available at Mountain Social Bar & Lounge.
True to the spirit of Aspen, Remède™ Spa is 15,000-square-feet of pure bliss. With its signature treatments, cutting-edge fitness facility, and the Confluence, which is evocative of Colorado’s hot springs, it’s no wonder that Travel + Leisure magazine has cited the place as “the greatest hotel spa in the world.”
#2. W Aspen
Located at the foot of one of the world’s most famous mountains, high-end boutique hotel W Aspen provides luxurious access to all of the mountain’s renowned ski slopes and trails, as well as to its breathtaking 360-degree mountain views.
With leveled-up luxury, upscale service, and distinctive architectural and interior design, W Aspen is set to make a name as one of North America’s distinguished Alpine escapes. The property’s slope-side access is convenient for guests looking to go on early runs and the hotel’s bike shop across the street offers gear for any riding style. 88 stylishly-appointed, posh suites exude a contemporary aesthetic, infused with modern interpretations of Ute patterns and plush furnishing inspired by the opulence of Aspen in the 70s. Guestrooms and hotel interiors evoke the architecture of a charming Swiss chalet, affording guests the full experience of their mountain retreat.
Enjoy a sumptuous dining experience at W Aspen’s three restaurants and bars. From vibrant flavors at Living Room and comfort-filled après-ski bites and drinks with a Colorado Rockies view at WET® Deck, to sharable plates and bespoke snacks at 39 DEGREES, there’s something for everyone. A state-of-the-art FIT fitness center helps keep the workout going, off the slopes.
#3. Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection
No trip to Aspen is complete without a visit to Hotel Jerome; this iconic picture-perfect, posh hotel has been welcoming guests to Aspen since 1889, at the height of the silver boom.
Hotel Jerome is recognized as a legendary and integral part of Aspen’s local history, and as the only Aspen hotel to survive the silver collapse, the harsh pre-ski-resort winters, and the Depression. The property offers 94 spacious guestrooms, which range in size from 525 to 1265 square feet.
Each room melds the sophistication of contemporary luxury with the mountainside charm of local history, with accents like mounted wooden deer heads, tree-stump lights, and cowhide seats. Floor-to-ceiling windows in every room afford breathtaking panoramas of Aspen’s stunning scenery.
Hotel Jerome’s restaurants and bars are a sumptuous showcase of culinary flair and flavor: Bad Harriet serves inventive artisanal cocktails, avant-garde cuisine, and exquisite culinary presentations; Prospect focuses on the fresh produce and hearty bounty of the region; J-Bar serves craft beers and vintage-inspired cocktails; The Living Room offers small bites and modern cocktails; The Garden features fresh seasonal food and wines from around the world; while specialty café, Felix Roasting Co. has recently opened a branch at the Hotel Jerome.
#4. The Aspen Mountain Residences
With one of the finest front-row locations in Aspen,The Aspen Mountain Residences is a unique luxury landmark that is committed to topnotch hospitality in the popular mountain resort destination. The property and its owners have a multi-generational history as residents of the town; as such, the condotel is deeply-rooted in local culture and has become an iconic establishment in the area. When visiting Aspen, it helps to have an ideal home base.
A stay at The Aspen Mountain Residences affords easy accessibility to the city’s most desirable neighborhood, famous shops, restaurants, and year-round festivities. With over 50 fractional ownership condo units, The Aspen Mountain Residences has something for everyone, from studios to three-bedroom apartment-style options.
Units feature stunning mountain and town views, full-equipped kitchens with high-end appliances, spacious living and dining spaces, several fireplaces, a balcony or patio, an entertainment system, and wireless Internet access.
Facilities include an outdoor pool and two outdoor hot tubs, an outdoor fire pit, a fully-equipped fitness center, and a business center. Amenities include ski valet service, car valet service in an underground heated parking area, an array of concierge services, ski rentals, and shuttle service to and from the Aspen Airport, among others.
#5. The Little Nell
The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond ski-in/ski-out hotel, offers luxurious amenities, topnotch customer service, magnificent mountain panoramas, acclaimed restaurants, and expansive guestrooms.
Situated between the city of Aspen and Aspen Mountain, The Little Nell welcomes global travelers seeking rejuvenation and the finest of Alpine life. Owing to its ideal location, the upscale hotel is the perfect getaway for travelers looking to enjoy Aspen’s many activities, throughout the year, like concerts, gourmet excursions, fitness events, as well as First Tracks and Snowcat Powder tours in the winter to fly-fishing and off-road tours in the summer.
The hotel offers 92 lavishly-appointed, comfortable, ultra-chic rooms in a variety of accommodation options. All hotel rooms and junior suites were luxuriously refurbished in 2017, showcasing blue, tan, and grey hues to evoke Aspen’s leisurely vibe.
The hotel’s six most luxurious rooms were remodeled in 2014 with opulent upgrades and carefully crafted touches. The Little Nell aims to provide an exceptional culinary experience in Aspen. As such, it has two restaurants or three bars, onsite, all of which offer creative menus and sumptuous dishes for a palate-pleasing epicurean adventure. The hotel also has an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a variety of spa treatments.
#6. North of Nell
North of Nell is a luxe Aspen condominium-hotel that is situated in proximity to the base of Aspen Mountain and the gondola.
The hotel affords easy access to downtown Aspen’s shopping and dining area, and is only moments away from the gondola to the top of Aspen Mountain. Given its ideal location, beautifully-appointed units, pleasant staff, and genuine hospitality, guests keep coming back to North of Nell while on their Aspen holiday.
At North of Nell, there is a wide selection of unit types to choose from: regular, deluxe, and superior one-, two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom condominiums are available to suit the needs of guests.
Each apartment is uniquely styled and designed in chic elegance, with plush furnishing for maximum comfort.
All units include a fully-equipped kitchen, a spacious private balcony, separate living areas, and a fireplace (in most units). Daily maid service, complimentary Wi-Fi, underground parking, concierge, and tickets to the Aspen Club and Jean Robert’s Gym are just a few of the facilities and amenities that make a stay at the North of Nell truly pleasant.
There is also a ski shop adjacent to the hotel, to which guests receive a VIP card and 20% discount coupon.
#7. The Residence Hotel
Located just a few steps from the base of Ajax Mountain in Aspen, one of America’s top ski locations, The Residence Hotel welcomes travelers looking to experience the city in its full alpine gory. Having opened in 1999, this upscale boutique hotel has welcomed myriad renowned guests, from performers and athletes to artists and politicians for over two decades.
A stay at The Residence Hotel is not only about comfort, luxury, and leisure; it is also a stroll down history lane. Housed in a 130-year-old Victorian-style building, the hotel’s boasts an iconic façade. Its distinctive interior design melds elegance with rich, cross-cultural elements, including European, Asian, Indian, and Tibetan influences. With only eight lavish apartment-style guestrooms, The Residence Hotel is, indeed, an ultra-exclusive holiday hideaway.
The hotel’s overall architecture evokes the opulence and glamour of the Old World, and each expansive guestroom exudes an air of passion and exotic luxury. Studios and suites afford spectacular views of Red Mountain and downtown Aspen.
Hotel guests can anticipate no less than the finest degree of guest service to accompany their splendid and serene lodgings. The hotel is mere minutes away from Aspen’s bustling downtown, with its roster of shops, bars, and restaurants.
#8. Woodrun Place, a Destination by Hyatt Residence
Woodrun Place, a Hyatt Destination by Hyatt Residence offers luxurious ski-in/ski-out apartment-style accommodation upslope of the Snowmass Local base. Visitors may ski in and out of their luxurious mountaintop residences, dine out at the many nearby establishments, explore the village stores, and have direct access to 94 runs.
In the winter, guests can spend the day skiing and snowboarding on Aspen Snowmass’s four mountains, and in the summer, they can choose to take to the trails on a mountain bike or hike on foot.
Spacious guestrooms are stylishly furnished and fully-fitted with luxurious amenities for maximum ease and comfort. Accommodation options range from 40 smoke-free large studios, to 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom apartments, all of which feature a fully-equipped kitchen, an expansive living area with a gas fireplace, a private balcony, in-unit washing machine and dryer, and more.
Guests can relax and unwind at the resort’s topnotch facilities which include a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and fitness center. Hotel amenities include on-site ski-in/ski-out services, daily housekeeping, free airport shuttle, free Wi-Fi, a concierge, free parking, and laundry service. Meeting facilities and a wedding specialist are likewise available at the hotel for weddings, special events, and private functions.
#9. Chamonix Aspen Snowmass Condominiums
Located in the lovely, laidback slopeside town of Chamonix, the Aspen Snowmass Condominiums offer luxe lodgings in the picturesque Alpine oasis that exudes a European feel.
The deluxe 2- and 3-bedroom condotel units are ideally located near the Elk Camp Gondola and offer ski in/ski out access to Assay Hill. Each stylish apartment comes with a fully-outfitted kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, gas or wood fireplace, and free Wi-Fi. Interior elevators provide access to these lovely one- and two-story homes.
The charming condominium complex affords topnotch amenities such as a fully-staffed front desk and concierge service, bellhop services, complimentary shuttle service to and from Aspen Airport and Snowmass Village, and daily newspaper delivery.
The complex likewise has a number of facilities: a fully-equipped fitness center, an outdoor heated pool, a hot tub, a slopeside ski locker room, and complementary underground parking are among the facilities that guests can enjoy this charming property.
#10. Old Hundred by Frias Properties
Just three blocks from the Silver Queen Gondola and a stone’s throw away from downtown Aspen, the Old Hundred condominiums combine the comfort of their accommodation with the convenience of their location. Condo and vacation home rentals are a popular option in Asoen, as they provide tourists with much more space and a greater deal of privacy than hotels or other lodging options, while still providing access to amenities and facilities.
These charming and spacious Aspen condos for rent are within walking distance of the ski lifts, as well as of a number of restaurants and shops situated in Aspen’s bustling downtown. All accommodations feature multi-level units with a fireplace, completely-outfitted kitchen, flatscreen TV, and washer/dryer.
Free parking and Wi-Fi are available on-site at the Old Hundred building. Daily housekeeping, concierge services, 24/7 maintenance and support, and complimentary Aspen Airport transportation are provided to guests.
Guests of the Frias Properties get complimentary access to the neighborhood health club. Enjoy the conveniences of a private condominium, while still taking advantage of the facilities and amenities that make an Aspen holiday so special.
#11. Limelight Hotel
Situated in downtown Aspen, Limelight Hotel has become one of the area’s iconic spots. This hip, contemporary hotel is popular with travelers for its posh rooms and suites, as well as its outdoor pool, two hot tubs, and stylish lounge.
With an upgraded modern aesthetic that evokes the very vibe of Aspen, guests will discover the perfect mix of “chalet-chic”, laidback comfort, and the charm of the Alpine community. The recently renovated, pet-friendly hotel features 126 guest rooms and suites with next-level comfort in mind.
Freshly renovated rooms include all the creature comforts that make for a luxuriant stay, like plush beds, a wet bar with a Lavazza coffeemaker, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, oversized closets, plush bathrobes, and toiletries by Body Eclipse Spa. Hotel suites, on other hand, showcase fully-equipped kitchens and a dining area, making them the ideal choice for travelers with families.
Facilities include an outdoor pool and hot tubs, a fitness center, two rooftop terraces that provide stunning panoramas of the Rocky Mountains, a lounge, a 1,500-square-foot event room, a multilingual computer station and coin-operated guest laundry among others.
Amenities include ski/snowboard valet and lockers, underground electric car charging stations, GORE-TEX Outerwear On-Demand Program, a hearty breakfast buffet, to name a few perks.