West Aspen Travel Guide

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Aspen Mountain

Aspen Mountain

4.5/5(5 reviews)

At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.

Aspen Mountain
Maroon Bells in Fall

Maroon Bells

Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

Maroon Bells
Aspen Highlands

Aspen Highlands

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Famous powder bowls, slopes with views of spectacular wilderness and steep runs that challenge even veteran skiers make this spot a local favorite.

Aspen Highlands
Buttermilk Mountain

Buttermilk Mountain

5/5(3 reviews)

Novices and superstar skiers alike are drawn to the awesome scenery and varied runs of Aspen’s prime winter sports location.

Buttermilk Mountain
Maroon Lake and Maroon Bells

Maroon Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

Maroon Lake
Pond surrounded by rocks and lush trees at the John Denver Sanctuary in Aspen, Colorado

The John Denver Sanctuary

Find out about the history of Aspen when you take a trip to The John Denver Sanctuary. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its ski slopes.

The John Denver Sanctuary

Things to do

Glimpse of Aspen

Highlights of Aspen Tour

฿1,554
per adult
Highlights of Aspen Tour
World Cuisine Classes in the Base of the Mountains

World Cuisine Classes in the Base of the Mountains

฿3,723
per adult
World Cuisine Classes in the Base of the Mountains
Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour

Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour

฿1,554
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in West Aspen

St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums

St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums

2.5 out of 5
334 W Hyman Ave Aspen CO
The price is ฿4,264 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿4,264
฿4,790 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Aspen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent property in all respects"

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
The Inn at Aspen

The Inn at Aspen

3.5 out of 5
38750 CO-82 Aspen CO
The price is ฿8,792 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿8,792
฿9,464 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Aspen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,056 reviews)
"Great property!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

The Inn at Aspen
Limelight Hotel Aspen

Limelight Hotel Aspen

4 out of 5
355 S. Monarch St Aspen CO
The price is ฿13,580 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿13,580
฿16,783 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Good bartender and clean room… great location"

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Limelight Hotel Aspen
The St. Regis Aspen Resort

The St. Regis Aspen Resort

5 out of 5
315 East Dean St. Aspen CO
The price is ฿31,005 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿31,005
฿34,834 total
30 May - 31 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Aspen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Aspen Mountain and Wagner Park are located ...
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Element by Marriott Basalt - Aspen

Element by Marriott Basalt - Aspen

3.5 out of 5
499 Market Street Basalt CO
The price is ฿5,288 per night from 25 May to 26 May
฿5,288
฿6,052 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basalt. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (613 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and convenient! Would stay again."

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Element by Marriott Basalt - Aspen
Viceroy Snowmass

Viceroy Snowmass

5 out of 5
130 Wood Rd Snowmass Village CO
The price is ฿8,908 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿8,908
฿12,374 total
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Snowmass Village. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Viceroy Snowmass
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Other neighbourhoods around West Aspen

Aspen Colorado West End Aerial - Aspens just starting to turn in Aspen Colorado view down the Roaring Fork Valley looking northwest from Smugglers Mountain Road in Autumn, Pitkin County

West End

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in West End, Castle Creek Road and Roaring Fork River are top sights worth seeing.

West End
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Meadowood

While Meadowood isn't home to many top sights, Aspen Recreation Center and Castle Creek Road are some notable places to visit nearby.

Meadowood
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Pitkin

While there might not be top attractions in Pitkin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Castle Creek Road and Aspen Art Museum.

Pitkin
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Buttermilk Mountain Base Area

If you're spending some time in Buttermilk Mountain Base Area, Buttermilk Mountain and Summit Express Ski Lift are top sights worth seeing.

Buttermilk Mountain Base Area
Scenic Mount Sneffles landscape in western Colorado

Red Mountain

Though Red Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aspen Art Museum and Roaring Fork River.

Red Mountain
Telluride Colorado USA Canyon View of Surrounding Forest Mountains

Downtown Aspen

5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and The John Denver Sanctuary.

Downtown Aspen

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