Aspen Ski Resort is undeniably expensive but you get what you pay for and the quality of accommodation is excellent. Of the two resorts, Aspen is the place to be for dining and partying, while Snowmass is great for families.
Limelight Lodge
Family owned for over 50 years, Limelight has emerged from a two-year renovation with the same down-to-earth approach, central location and great après-ski in the Living Room.
330 South Monarch Street Tel: 00 1 970 925 3025
The Little Nell
The granddaddy of ski hotels, the sumptuous five-star Little Nell is known as Hollywood-on-snow. Spacious bedrooms, granite bathrooms, goose down duvets and iPod docking stations are standard, as are exemplary service, ski-in/ski-out convenience and a bill to match.
675 East Durant Avenue Tel: 00 1 970 920 6345
The Gant
Located a few blocks from downtown Aspen, The Gant is a “condominium resort” with high-end serviced apartments, swimming pool, hot tubs and free airport transfers.
610 South West End Street Tel: 00 1 970 925 5000
The Sky Hotel
Probably Aspen’s hippest hotel, the boutique-style Sky Hotel is located at the base of Aspen mountain and is home to the cosy, super-trendy 39 Degrees Lounge, spilling out to an outdoor section set around a heated pool.
709 East Durant Avenue Tel:00 1 970 925 6760
Silvertree Hotel, Snowmass
The family-friendly Silvertree is a ski-in/ski-out property, with spa facilities, two outdoor heated swimming pools and a good restaurant – Brothers’ Grille.
100 Elbert Lane, Snowmass Village Tel: 00 1 970 923 3520
Jerome
Victorian authenticity and modern day luxury
Lenado
Modern B&B.
Aspen Mountain Lodge
Small, quiet and friendly.
Molly Gibson Lodge
Modern and comfortable.
St Moritz Lodge
Aspen’s youth hostel!
Skiing in Aspen
