Colorado USA Travel Guide
Full services, concierge, fine dining, spa facilities in prime locations. The Little Nell, Hotel Jerome, The St. Regis Aspen Resort.
Smaller, stylish hotels with unique character and personalized service. Hotel Aspen, Limelight Hotel.
Popular for families or longer stays. Studios to multi-bedroom units with entire kitchens, lounges, pools, hot tubs.
Options through platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. Ranging from historic homes to luxury estates. Privacy and a home-like experience.
Often family-owned-run, intimate atmosphere. Molly Gibson Lodge, Mountain Chalet Aspen. A cozy, mountain-town feel.
High-end, full-service condominium properties are prevalent, blending hotel-like amenities.
Not a prominent exist in Aspen's tourism market, which focuses on traditional lodging. High cost of living makes casual homestays less viable.
Available in designated campgrounds within White River National Forest. Difficult Campground, Silver Bell Campground. Reservations are often needed, particularly during summer. Primitive camping. No RV parks in Aspen directly.
Selecting the right neighborhood in Aspen shapes your experience, from access to ambiance.
Aspen Highlands Base Village: Focused around the ski area. Offers ski-in/ski-out access plus some restaurants. More relaxed atmosphere than downtown Aspen. Buttermilk Base: Smallest of the four ski areas. Limited lodging right at the base.
A separate municipality, closely associated with Aspen. A purpose-built ski resort village. Generally more family-friendly and often good value than Aspen. Extensive ski-in/ski-out lodging. Free RFTA bus connection to Aspen. Nightlife is more limited here.
Planning your accommodation booking in advance is wise, especially during peak seasons.
For true budget travel, look into lodging in towns like Basalt or Glenwood Springs and commuting via RFTA.
Condos are good for family or group travel, offering more space and kitchen facilities.
Aspen Snowmass Lodging often has packages combining lifts and lodging, potentially reducing overall cost.
A comparison and recommendations to suit different traveler needs.
Budget (off-site/basic): $200-$400 per night. Mid-Range (boutique/prime position): $400-$800 per night. Luxury (5-star/ski-in/out): $800-$3000+ per night.
Budget (studio/1BR): $300-$600 per night. Mid-Range (2-3BR, good amenities): $600-$1500 per night. Luxury (multi-BR, luxury home): $1500-$5000+ per night.
Budget (basic/dated): $250-$4FIFTY per night. Mid-Range (charming/good service): $450-$700 per night.
Per night: $20-$40.
The Little Nell: Ski-in/out access and unparalleled service. Hotel Jerome: Historic elegance and a central location. The St. Regis Aspen Resort: Extensive features of the resort and a spa.
Limelight Hotel Aspen: Modern, central, family-friendly. Hotel Aspen: Boutique charm and value for its location. The Gant: Comfortable condo rentals with excellent amenities.
Molly Gibson Lodge: Older property, good value, short walk into town. Mountain Chalet Aspen: Historic, no-frills, prime position. For true budget, consider staying in Basalt or Glenwood Springs and commuting via RFTA.
Limelight Hotel Aspen with pizza and a pool. Snowmass Village possesses many condos and hotels like The Viceroy Snowmass or Stonebridge Inn for roomy accommodations, kitchens, ski-in/out access. Condo rentals work well for families.
Mountain Chalet Aspen offers eating together and a friendly atmosphere. Smaller inns provide a personal setting. Consider a single room in a mid-range hotel during shoulder season for good value.
Condominium rentals are ideal. They feature kitchens and life spaces for a comfortable home base. Many properties offer long-term rates, which might reduce costs.
Hotel Jerome is an iconic historic hotel from the silver boom era. Hotel Lenado is a boutique hotel with modern architecture from a historically significant family.
Aspen includes many high-end, full-service condominium properties. They blend the benefits of a private rental with hotel-like amenities.
For significant savings, consider staying in towns like Basalt or Glenwood Springs. The RFTA bus system connects these areas to Aspen.
Numerous hotels and vacation rentals welcome pets. It's recommended to confirm policies and any associated fees directly with the property when you reserve.
Most contemporary hotels and many larger condo complexes offer accessible rooms. Ask about particular accessibility features when making reservations.
Some luxury properties offer oxygen-enriched rooms or provide access to oxygen bars to help guests acclimatize to Aspen's high elevation.
