Best hotels in Aspen
The St Regis Aspen Resort
315 E Dean Street, CO, 81611
This exquisitely designed five-star hotel is nestled at the base of Aspen Mountain. Roll out of bed to jump on a ski lift for a day on the slopes, then come back for relaxing treatments in the spa and a leisurely dip in the heated outdoor pool. Rooms are luxurious, with Frette linen and marble bathrooms.
The Little Nell
675 E Durant Avenue, CO, 81611
A chic upscale ski resort, The Little Nell has all the high-end amenities you’d hope for from an alpine stay. It’s near to the Silver Queen Gondola and mere minutes from Aspen Art Museum. Enjoy breakfast on the balcony of your suite for gorgeous views and soak in the hot tub after a day of mountain adventures.
10th Mountain Division Hut Association
1280 Ute Avenue, CO, 81661
For something a little more intimate, reserve a wonderfully rustic and private hut. The huts are dotted around the base of the mountain, with most sleeping up to 16 people. Each hut features a cozy wood burning stove for snug nights curled up by the fire.
Best restaurants in Aspen
Poppycock’s
665 E Cooper Avenue, CO, 81611
Start your day with an expansive breakfast at Poppycock’s. Order large stacks of corn griddle pancakes, stuffed breakfast burritos or crispy French toast heavily dusted with powdered sugar and cinnamon.
Jimmy’s
205 S Mill Street, CO, 81611
Jimmy’s is a local favorite which uses seasonal ingredients to create fine American fare. Start your meal with Jimmy’s famous crab cake before continuing on to 20oz prime cowboy rib eye for your main, with a side of creamed spinach and truffle fries.
Cloud Nine Bistro
76 Boomerang Road, CO, 81611
Take a cable lift or snowcat up to this sophisticated eatery to sample exquisite European fare against an awe-inspiring mountain backdrop. Try the highly recommended cheese fondue or melted raclette and finish your meal with a generous serving of apple strudel.
Best attractions in Aspen
Maroon Bells
Maroon Bells, CO, 81654
This magnificent pair of twin peaks reach heights of 14,000 feet and are a must-see for hikers and nature lovers. Drivers can take their rental car up to the Bells between 8am and 5pm. Find the reflective Maroon Lake nestled at the base of the peaks for a leisurely two-mile stroll or start here to embark on the 11 mile hike to Crested Butte.
Aspen Mountain
Aspen Mountain Road, CO, 81611
Take a gondola ride up the mighty mountain that put Aspen on the map. Aside from spectacular panoramic summit views, the slopes are a skier’s nirvana. Weave the snow drifts across nearly 700 acres down the Ajax slope. It’s just three miles from town, so you can kick up snow dust from dusk until dawn.
Buttermilk
38700 CO-82, CO, 81611
This gorgeous Aspen mountain is home to the Winter X Games, making the slopes some of the most popular in Aspen. Thanks to its smooth rolling trails, Buttermilk is the perfect place for families and beginner skiers to fall in love with winter sports.