West Aspen Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Aspen Mountain
At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.
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.
Aspen Highlands
Famous powder bowls, slopes with views of spectacular wilderness and steep runs that challenge even veteran skiers make this spot a local favorite.
Buttermilk Mountain
Novices and superstar skiers alike are drawn to the awesome scenery and varied runs of Aspen’s prime winter sports location.
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.
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.
Things to do
Aspen Self-Guided Tour: Tales of Wealth, Wildness and Rebellion
World Cuisine Classes in the Base of the Mountains
Top hotels in West Aspen
St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
"Was so well experience, everything ok included the attention on the front desk"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Inn at Aspen
"Great property!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Limelight Hotel Aspen
"Good bartender and clean room… great location"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Element by Marriott Basalt - Aspen
"Clean, comfortable and convenient! Would stay again."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Viceroy Snowmass
Other neighbourhoods around West Aspen
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Castle Creek Road and Roaring Fork River are top sights worth seeing.
Meadowood
While Meadowood isn't home to many top sights, Aspen Recreation Center and Castle Creek Road are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Aspen
While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and The John Denver Sanctuary.
