The Little Nell is a perfect ski-lover’s escape in Aspen that stands out

Perched at the base of a mountain, The Little Nell provides an ideal location for either hitting the slopes or exploring Aspen’s latest fashions. The guest rooms and junior suites, renovated in 2017 by Champalimaud Design, and the six luxury suites, redesigned in 2014 by star designer Holly Hunt, are luxurious retreats featuring fireplaces, overstuffed furniture, and opulent bathrooms. Some suites boast vaulted ceilings with stunning mountainside views, while others overlook the charming former mining town.

There are 30 varieties of rooms, and all 92 have unique characteristics that give a distinct residential feel. The rooms offer a modern aesthetic with muted tones of grey and beige. The beds feature plush linens, big down duvets, and rows of oversized pillows. Large windows provide nice views and plenty of natural light, and each room includes a living area, such as a couch and coffee table or large upholstered chairs. All rooms have marble bathrooms with heated floors, backlit vanities, sunken tubs, separate showers, thick towels, and robes.

The boutique feel of The Little Nell is evident in the intimate lobby and cosy Living Room, where guests can relax, have a drink, and chat about their day. A stay here is complimented with a range of amenities including 24-hour room service, babysitting services, a bar, gym, house car, meeting rooms, nightclub, outdoor pool, pet-friendly accommodations, and restaurants.

The hotel’s signature restaurant, Element 47, named for silver on the periodic table, nods to Aspen’s rich silver-mining history. The menu is sophisticated yet approachable, featuring seasonal appetizers, medium plates, and entrées focused on locally sourced produce, meat, game, and sustainable seafood. Element 47’s wine collection is exceptional, with 20,000 bottles available for discerning diners.

Ajax Tavern, located slopeside, attracts large lunch and après-ski crowds with its accessible location, comfort food favourites like burgers, fries, and mussels, and refreshing cocktails. Open year-round, Ajax Tavern serves not only bar snacks but also highbrow fare featuring sustainable, Colorado-bred meat and local, seasonal produce, with highlights such as wagyu bolognese.

The hotel’s unique Adventure Program offers experiential activities like fly fishing, off-road tours, and snowcat powder skiing. For wine enthusiasts, the hotel’s 20,000-bottle wine collection can be navigated with the help of the wine director or one of the many on-staff sommeliers, who range from introductory to advanced levels.

In celebration of The Little Nell’s 35th anniversary, Dior has created an unprecedented experience at the base of the famed Aspen Mountain. Dressed in the same Toile de Jouy Soleil as the Fall 2024 Dioriviera collection, Dioriviera at The Little Nell includes a Dior Spa residency, the hotel’s pool, hot tub cabana, and a bespoke floral installation inspired by Christian Dior’s love of flowers, encompassing The Little Nell’s living wall and garden.

The Aspen resort also features a Health Center with luxurious locker rooms, showers, and steam rooms. Massage services can be arranged in-room or in one of the facility’s three treatment rooms. The hotel is famous for its pet-friendly Petiquette program, welcoming dogs in the lobby, and the pool and courtyard area.

For further information, visit thelittlenell.com