Places to See in America: Aspen, Colorado!

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Pitkin County Dry Goods is where the locals have been shopping since they opened their doors in 1969. Always up on the latest trends, Pitkin County Dry Goods carries a number of boutique designers to mix a sophisticated look with the casual lifestyle of Aspen living. 

Housed in a Victorian home in the center of town, Explore Booksellers is an Aspen institution. Inside, books on business, history, art, travel, and more are crammed into every corner, with an entire room dedicated to children’s literature. The shop also stocks numerous regional titles as well as cards, journals, and gifts and regularly hosts events with local and visiting authors. When you’ve finished shopping, grab lunch on the second floor, where Pyramid Bistro serves healthy, veggie-forward fare. 

There is only one place in town where you can get real western wear: Kemo Sabe. As you walk through the door the distinct smell of leather hits you. Almost everything in there is made out of leather or has leather on it. One wall is lined with cowboy hats and the other lined with cowboy boots. If it had horses inside, it would be a cowboy's paradise. All the retailers are as friendly as could be—and are dressed in their own cowboy attire. One thing you should know about cowboy boots so you don’t get discouraged when you try them on is that they are rigid at first and might not be that comfortable. Once you wear them in, they will become the most comfortable shoes you own. 

Walking around town and you are bound to see bright pink, green and blue colored leopard print bags. Those are from Amen Wardy, the home décor store, and the bags are a little insight into the charismatic items they have to accent your home. The store is named after its owner who has been in the business of home design and entertaining since 1954. The showcased décor has a vivacious vibe with simple elegance. It runs the gamut from tortious shape plates to sophisticated table cloth rings. Shopping here for the perfect table setting for your next dinner party to make all your neighbors jealous. This is not your cookie cutter garden variety style. They have one-of-a-kind pieces to spice up your home and some very special gifts. 

Carl’s Pharmacy is more than a pharmacy. Opened in 1965 as a drug store, it is an extended version of a mom and pop’s store with a little bit of everything. On the first floor, they have a liquor department, a food department, a cosmetic department, the biggest greeting card selection in town, and of course the pharmacy and all the medical tools and remedies that go along with a pharmacy. The second floor is the fun stuff with souvenirs and costumes for the next upcoming holiday but the best part is the toy and arts and crafts area. For a small store they have a wide selection. They have everything from the modern computerized toys to the old-school wooden toys to the silly putty. I enjoy going up there and looking at all the entertaining knick knacks. On your way up the stairs make sure you get a pin to mark where you are visiting from on the large map. 

Maison Ullens is a new boutique that recently opened in Aspen and more recently, Paris. Their line of clothing is designed for women with active lifestyles that don’t want to compromise on luxury. Using elegant materials like silk, linen, perforated leather, and cashmere to create the sophisticate clothing that allows freedom of movement. The color palate for both the cloths and the décor in the store is very simple. There are no flashy patterns and the use of bright colors is minimal, which almost adds to their classiness. The private fitting room is lavish with a secluded waiting room with plush couches. Try cloths on at your leisure while your husband or boyfriend comfortably waits for you. 

Daniel’s Antiques is one of the coolest stores in town. Step inside and you feel like you have stepped back in time with WWII Binoculars in pristine condition and old Louis Vuitton Trunks. Throughout the store are Black Forest sculptures circa the late 1800’s. The craftsmanship in every piece is truly remarkable. Family owned and operated by the Daniel’s, they truly know the business of antiques. 

When people think of consignment shopping they may be turned off by the notion until they visit Little Bird. It brings a whole new meaning to second hand wear especially in Aspen. Most the time the garments still have tags on them and have never been worn. They have top brand labels like Prada and Gucci in the mix. Take your time and sort through the masses but if you are lucky you will find some real treasures. 

Covet Bright & Shiny Things is one of my favorite jewelry stores because it showcases many local designers. It still has diamonds and all the glitz and glam but it also has other precious stones and metal. There is not one over encompassing style that emulates throughout the store but rather pockets of varied and creative motifs. One style might focus in metal work and another might be thematic of the Indian heritage with strong use of turquoise. It is as if you have stepped into five stores at once. Everyone is lovely and will help you try on anything you like. Plus they will truly educate you on the jewelry especially if you get the jeweler that designed it helping you. A few of them work in the store as well. 

The Ute Mountaineer in Aspen was, like many shops of its ilk, born of a love for being outdoors. In this case, it started as a dream between two friends who were climbing in Europe one summer, one of whom had already owned the Boulder Mountaineer shop. They opened the new store in 1977, and it's still family run to this day, in the historic Elks Building (once the Aspen Post Office). Their mission extends to the employees they hire, “the people who know and use the gear they sell,” and also to their community involvement: The store sponsors and runs several local races throughout the year, and hosts the Banff Mountain film festival. 

Aspen loves its one of kind vintage wear and Magasin, located on the Hyman Avenue mall provides. There collection contains many vintage coats and accessories sourced from around the world like a Black Mink ¾ Length from Paris or Rex Fur Hat and Scarf from Spain. They have pieces from new designers and secondhand. To complement any outfit they have fabulous jewelry and to die for purses. Add their accessories to any drab outfit to turn it around and make it a complete success. 

For those of the sporting lifestyle with discerning taste, this local boutique houses European brands of elegant and decadent alpine chic wear. There are very rare finds, from rich leather blazers embellished with horn detailing, to handmade, embroidered Austrian cashmere ski sweaters. It also dabbles in mountain lifestyle décor with furnishings, dishware, and fixtures to outfit any house in to the ultimate Colorado ski lodge. 

 The bad news: As nationally acclaimed as her products are, Wendy Mitchell recently announced that she’s shutting down Paonia’s Avalanche Cheese Company. The better news: Her creative integrity will remain intact at this equally esteemed market-bistro, where elaborate and superb charcuterie and cheese boards come supplemented by smart, seasonal composed plates such as pork-stuffed rice dumplings, crispy duck confit in orange jus with roasted-fennel purée and chocolate-peppermint pot de crème. With its emphasis on organic and biodynamic producers, the wine list charms as well.

Must-order: Besides a board, the Thai-style coconut soup (pictured) has been a lunchtime signature since day one. Thumbs up also go to the daily taco special, be it fried chicken with cilantro chimichurri​ or fried avocado with cactus salsa and cotija.
Insider tip: Though Meat & Cheese doesn’t take reservations, it does use the Nowait app to ease seating pressures; better still, sibling Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar awaits just downstairs.

319 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen; 970-710-7120

When you need a breather from the Beverly Hills of the Rockies, step into this subterranean stunner (pictured top), which comes by its warm, rustic and twinkling Alpine chalet atmosphere honestly, run as it is by a French-Austrian couple with a French chef. The food follows suit, from steak tartare to coq au vin.

Must-order: The house specialties are fondue and raclette as well as, of course, crêpes — so you’re getting melted cheese for two or more, followed by dessert. Even if you can’t get the word "Schokoladepalatschinke" out of your mouth, you can get the thing itself in with ease: a chocolate crêpe filled with chocolate ganache, dulce de leche, strawberries and bananas (pictured).
Insider tip: If you’ve got a party of six, request table 9 — and do it at least six weeks in advance for dinner, or plan on coming for lunch instead. If, on the other hand, you're a party of one, sit at the bar, where they'll kindly let you get an individual sample of raclette off-menu. 

400 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen; 970-925-1566

The bar at the Hotel Jerome plays host to a capital-S Scene. Amid the gorgeous Wild West decor (the property was built in 1889), there's the if-walls-could-talk history of celebrity guests, from Hollywood stars to Hunter S. Thompson.

Must-order: The burger is legendary, and it's worth springing for the $9 topping of lobster salad. The equally famous Aspen Crud, which is basically a bourbon milkshake, doubles as dessert.
Insider tip: Having just pointed out that walls can’t talk, we should add that bartenders can — and the best ones here have got stories to tell that rival the burgers for juiciness.

330 E. Main St., Aspen; 970-920-1000

Urbane decor and polished service befit the worldliness of the cuisine at this chic New American hot spot from C. Barclay Dodge, a veteran of the Aspen hospitality industry starting with the critically acclaimed (but now-shuttered) Mogador, which was influenced by the season he spent working at elBulli. Though not overtly Spanish, Bosq’s menu reveals his continued passion for Mediterranean cooking, combined with an exploration of Asian flavors.

Must-order: Call ahead to place an order for the signature Peking duck, which tends to sell out. Current favorites include the shiitake tempura with soy aïoli and Sichuan-inspired steak tartare.
Insider tip: If you're ever here in mud season, stop by for the three-course prix fixe, rich in comfort foods like roast chicken and butterscotch pudding. 

312 S. Mill St., Aspen; 970-710-7299

From Austrian-born chef Martin Oswald, this Joel Fuhrman–approved "nutritarian" bistro above Explore Booksellers enjoys an avid following of health-conscious diners for its colorful, thoughtful and produce-heavy New American cuisine and airy, sunny locale complete with a view-blessed deck.

Must-order: Sweet-potato gnocchi — currently tossed with Swiss chard, apricot chutney and oregano — is a consistent favorite. And you might feel guiltier for skipping a dessert like ginger-lime crème brûlée or carrot-apricot-macadamia cake than for ordering it.
Insider tip: Oswald displays his passion for eating well on his restaurant’s Facebook page, where he shares short videos with recipes and nutritional tips, so you can keep the good vibes going long after you’ve left town. 

221 E. Main St., Aspen; 970-925-5338

The name refers to silver — the element on which Aspen, originally a mining town, was built — and the color scheme of the posh dining room underscores the allusion, but The Little Nell’s contemporary fine-dining venue aims to meet the gold standard. With a team that includes seasoned resort chef Matt Zubrod and celebrated master sommelier Carlton McCoy, it almost always succeeds. ​

Must-order: It all starts with a bottle of wine from the world-class 20,000-bottle cellar; whether you’re a newbie or a geek, ask the somm team for recommendations for the sheer thrill of its expertise. Then go for broke with either the dry-aged duck breast or the Emma Farms Wagyu fillet, preceded by a housemade pasta like cavatelli with sweetbreads or truffled cauliflower tortellini. ​
Insider tip: You don’t actually have to fork over a lot of silver to eat well here. Come for breakfast, brunch or lunch, or dine in the bar, for a still-elegant meal — think duck confit chilaquiles or strozzapreti with braised Wagyu — that’s relatively affordable. Alternatively, if you're here during the off-season, consider the three-course prix fixe, which offers ample choices from the regular menu for, yes, $47. 

675 E. Durant Ave., Aspen; 970-920-6330

Get a taste of the Lowcountry high in the Rockies at this South Carolina–based smokehouse, which opened in 2016 to dish up not only heaps of low-and-slow-cooked meat with all the fixings but also boiled peanuts, Brunswick stew, dry-rubbed wings with Alabama white sauce and more in a divey, TV-filled setting that covers all the Aspen glitter in a comforting layer of grit.   ​

Must-order: Go whole hog with pork cracklings with pimiento cheese in addition to a platter of pulled pork and ribs — hey, you’ve earned it after a day on the slopes — plus baked beans on the side. To drink, the rum slushie called the Game Changer goes down easy.​
Insider tip: There’s live music every Friday night, so you can boogie down to burn off a few more calories. 

38750 CO-82, Aspen; 970-236-2040

At nearly 20 years old, in the setting of a Victorian home that dates back to the 19th century, Nobu Matsuhisa’s first Colorado venue still has the buzz of a newcomer. As well it should: The quality of the food is still impeccable.

Must-order: Beyond the obvious — miso black cod, rock-shrimp tempura, new-style sashimi — we’ll never say no to ankimo pâté with caviar or anything uni-based.​
Insider tip: Make reservations well in advance if you want the full-scale experience in the dining room downstairs; otherwise, you’ll likely be seated in the upstairs lounge, where the menu’s more streamlined.

303 E. Main St., Aspen; 970-544-6628 

High-concept and high-dollar, the snow-toned signature dining room at the St. Regis showcases dishes from famous chefs around the country — Marcus Samuelsson, Alain Ducasse and Daniel Boulud among them — on a seasonal menu executed by Todd Slossberg, who supplements them with creations of his own, and paired with wines from yet another world-class cellar overseen by yet another master sommelier, Jonathan Pullis. ​

Must-order: Look for anything by Cassia’s Bryant Ng — could be cauliflower tempura with fish sauce one visit, stir-fried Singapore king crab the next — as well as Slossberg’s rack of lamb (because when in Rome, or in this case Colorado).​
Insider tip: Put your name on the restaurant’s mailing list to find out when the featured chefs are flying in for guest dinners. 

315 E. Dean St., Aspen; 970-920-3300

A local institution for 20 years and counting, Jimmy Yeager’s place is as unpretentious as fine dining gets in Aspen: true-blue American fare with friendly yet efficient service. Which doesn’t mean the wine list isn’t special — it's well worth the splurge on something grand.

Must-order: Classics include the crab cakes, the meatloaf (pictured) and the bacon-jalapeño mac ‘n’ cheese, in addition to good old steak, of course.
Insider tip: Given that the majority of wines by the glass are $14 and up, oenophiles would do well to take the blind-tasting challenge — if you guess what the sommelier has poured, you get a glass for free. (And if you don’t, hey, you’re still one sip ahead of the game.)

205 S. Mill St., Aspen; 970-925-6020

Whether you do it by ski, snowshoe or nighttime sleigh ride, getting to this little wooden cabin is half the breathtaking fun. Seasoned chef Chris Keating provides the other half with a hearty yet haute Alpine-inspired menu. Note that reservations are required for dinner, and optional but highly recommended for lunch. ​

Must-order: Keating’s justly proud of the trout appetizer — he brines and smokes the fish daily, then plates it with horseradish dressing, honey mustard, capers, red onions and herb crackers — as well as the elk chop in smoked-cherry sauce over white-cheddar grits. At lunch, find out why the patty melt is worth 25 bucks (because it is), and pair it with the mother of all holiday cocktails, a hot buttered rum. 
Insider tip: Make a (half) day of your dining adventure with a tour conducted by the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies, which takes you by snowshoe through a ghost town in addition to lunch at the Cookhouse. 

1255 Castle Creek Rd., Aspen; 970-925-1044

This tiny, longtime mom-and-pop bakery has quite a reputation for, shall we say, crusty service. But take it in stride and you’ll stride back out with equally crusty sandwiches and pastries worth every moment of (often-amusing) discomfort. ​

Must-order: If the surprise of the Secret Sandwich isn't for you (and don't even try asking what's in it), go for the meatball sub, and get some macarons and donuts while you’re at it.
Insider tip: Bring cash. Enough said.  

420 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen; 970-544-1806

 Say “apres-ski,” and most people picture something strikingly similar to Ajax Tavern – glamorous yet easy. You can see Ajax Tavern’s sun-drenched, mountainside patio from halfway up the mountain – a simple target for lunch or cocktails. Arrive and let the people-watching begin; there’s no better seat in town. Located at the base of Aspen Mountain and next to the Silver Queen Gondola, Ajax Tavern is the restaurant in Aspen for casual fine dining in an unbeatable atmosphere. The Tavern comes to life at lunch, and the party rolls on well into the night. If you go no further on the menu, try the truffle fries and Ajax wagyu double cheeseburger – they have earned their reputation.

This refined, London-style steak house boasts the best manhattans in town along with variations on the classic. Paired with a rib eye, any one of them is glorious. 411 S. Monarch St., monarchaspen.com

Try: Burning Man

• Cherrywood smoke
• Sweet vermouth
• Barrel-aged bitters
• High West Campfire (a blend of Scotch, bourbon, and rye)

The swank bar at The Little Nell’s flagship restaurant also draws from a 20,000-bottle wine cellar and is ground zero for New Year’s Eve partying. 675 E. Durant Ave., thelittlenell.com
Try: Xavier’s White Cosmo

• Woody Creek vodka
• St-Germain elderflower liqueur
• White cranberry juice
• Lime juice
• The final touch: edible flower petals frozen in a sphere of ice

This glam, lower-level hideout emphasizes seasonal, local, and house-made ingredients mixed with boutique spirits. 301 E. Hopkins Ave., hooch.avalancheaspen.com
Try: The Last Rose of Oaxaca

• Vida mezcal
• Yellow Chartreuse
• Habanero honey compound
• Strawberry preserve

The innovative restaurant in the St. Regis Aspen Resort is known for equally inventive cocktails, often made with esoteric ingredients or syrups poached from the pastry department. 315 E. Dean St., chefsclub.com
Try: Raindrops on Roses

• Hendrick’s gin
• Blackberry-sage syrup
• Lemon juice
• Garnish: rose petal, powdered sugar, and rosewater

 Besides boasting Aspen’s only beer garden in summer, this buzzy bar and restaurant on the pedestrian mall has 30 rotating craft brews on tap and 200 in the bottle, including hard-to-find domestics and imports. 414 E. Hyman Ave., hopsculture.com
Try: Anything from Denver’s Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project, which specializes in seasonal sours made with Colorado fruit and botanicals. 

The thoughtfully curated beer selection at this locals’ favorite includes drafts from 12 taps. 319 E. Hopkins Ave., meatcheese.avalancheaspen.com
Try: Split a 750-milliliter bottle of barrel-aged beer from Glenwood Springs’s exquisite Casey Brewing and Blending (made almost entirely from local ingredients, including Western Slope fruit), or try a nano-batched hoppy ale from Carbondale’s Idylwilde Brewing. 

This tiny Snowmass outpost, located slopeside at the end of the Mall, does great bar food and carries year-round and seasonal selections from the Fort Collins brewery it’s named for. 100 Elbert Lane, #115, rangerstation.org
Try: Refreshing, wood-aged brews from the Lips of Faith series, like Transatlantique Kriek, a lambic made with sour cherries. 

Reserve a spot at one of the bimonthly winter beer dinners in the popular lounge, featuring three courses paired with celebrated regional and domestic breweries; at $45 per person, it’s one of the best dining deals in town. 355 S. Monarch St.,  limelighthotels.com
Try: Breweries slated for this winter include Poncha Springs’s Elevation Beer and Boulder’s Avery Brewing. 

 Nature lovers will enjoy the tucked-away location of Aspen Meadows. Set on 40 acres, just on the edge of downtown Aspen, the resort is surrounded by hiking trails, and all 98 suites have Rocky Mountain views. The resort was designed in a classic Bauhaus style. Rooms are incredibly spacious, each with a living, working, and sleeping area and floor-to-ceiling windows. Design nerds will appreciate the collectible furnishings and decor, including IDCA posters and Bertoia chairs. The resort is home to the Aspen Institute and is well-equipped to host large groups and meetings. It’s also a popular retreat for families and active travelers who can take advantage of tennis courts, an outdoor lap pool, and one of Aspen’s best health clubs. Guests should set aside time to browse the exhibits at the on-site Paepcke Gallery. 

 Aspen is known for its glitz and glamour, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a millionaire to vacation here. If your first priority is to be outside, then Hotel Aspen is an ideal and affordable base, located downtown at Main Street and Garmisch. The hotel boasts that it offers four-star amenities at three-star pricing. You won’t find a sceney restaurant and plush spa, but the hotel compensates with thoughtful staff and tons of complimentary services. While many hotels charge hidden extras, Hotel Aspen prides itself on free guest parking, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and even a free après-ski reception with wine and cheese. Even the most basic rooms—Deluxe Rooms—feel roomy and come with a refrigerator and coffeemaker. Families will like the spaciousness of Junior Suites, while anyone looking for a home away from home will want to book the one-bedroom apartment, which has a living room and fully stocked kitchen. Pets are also welcome, for a $20 daily fee. 

 When it opened in 1889, the Jerome lured New York City socialites and European aristocrats with its mix of rough-and-tumble mountain swagger and “modern” amenities (plumbing and electricity). In December 2012, the 94-room property emerged from a five-month renovation overseen by designer Todd-Avery Lenahan. The original front desk remains, and the tile floors have patterns inspired by Ute Indian weavings. The new lobby bar, the Living Room, serves craft cocktails amid mounted deer heads, mining artifacts, and a framed antique American flag. The rooms and common spaces feel inspired by a Ralph Lauren men’s collection, with lots of plaid, leather, and rich fabrics. Even the elevators are lined with old leather belts. Minibars are stocked with complimentary snacks such as organic chocolate peanut butter cups, and downstairs, guests can dine in the Living Room, the signature restaurant Prospect, or the legendary J Bar, which once poured pints for 10th Mountain Division soldiers and Hunter S. Thompson. The new Jerome proves that a hotel can step into the future while completely respecting the past. This grande dame remains the epitome of mountain town luxury. 

 The Gant feels like your mountain home away from home. Tucked away on five acres at the base of Aspen Mountain, the Gant’s condos offer the comforts of staying in a home but with the service perks of a hotel. Guests can choose from one-, two-, three-, or four-bedroom condos, making this a great option for families and friends on ski getaways. Condos feature full kitchens so you don’t have to worry about booking reservations in town each night, and the staff can arrange for grocery and liquor delivery right to your door. Condos also have wood-burning fireplaces, large living rooms for lounging, and patios or balconies to soak in the fresh mountain air. A housekeeper comes to tidy up each day while you’re off hiking or skiing, and families have the option to book child care. The Gant is just steps from the Silver Queen Gondola and offers ski storage and overnight tuning. After a day outdoors, guests can relax weary muscles in one of the Gant’s three hot tubs. 

 The Little Nell exudes understated mountain-town luxury. This five-star property has Aspen’s most coveted location, set at the base of Aspen Mountain, just steps from the Silver Queen Gondola. Interior designer Holly Hunt refreshed the rooms with a stylish yet cozy new look in 2012. The Nell is all about options and offers a range of accommodations, including residences. All come with gas log fireplaces, and most have private balconies. The service is what sets the Nell apart. A team of ski concierges can help with everything from boot warming to tune-ups; in summer, the team connects guests with top guides for fly-fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. Ajax Tavern is the place to be for après-ski, and it’s the ultimate spot to people watch during the annual Aspen Food & Wine Classic. Even pets get VIP service and amenities such as puppy jet-lag kits and epicurean dog treats. 

 Discreetly tucked away down Dean Street in the heart of Aspen, the St. Regis is a bastion of mountain town luxury. Fresh from an interior remodel (completed in 2012) the property brings urban sophistication to the Rockies. Every guest room features a large marble bathroom with a separate bathtub (perfect for soaking after a day on the slopes). The lobby becomes a social hub in ski season and during big events such as the annual Food & Wine Classic. Order a drink and watch for star chefs as you take in the views of Aspen Mountain. If you’d rather be discreet, sneak away to the Library, and lounge on one of the couches. The signature St. Regis butler service caters to every whim at any hour, from securing lift tickets to scoring dinner reservations. When the weather turns cold, there’s no better place to warm up than the Remède Spa with its hot and cool plunge pools, steam caves, and an oxygen lounge, not to mention some of the best therapists in Colorado. 

 The Limelight has a storied past. The property was originally the Ski and Spur Bar, serving outlaws and skiers. In the 1950s, new owners dubbed it “the Limelite,” and it became a popular nightclub. In 2005, a brand-new lodge went up on the site, and in 2008 the Limelight received a makeover ushering it into eco-chic modernity. Rooms come in a range of styles, from dog-friendly one-bedrooms to two-bedroom suites with full kitchens and dining rooms. All rooms have balconies to take in mountain views. The Lounge has become an après hangout and is known for its great beer selection and for hosting local bands Thursday through Monday nights. The hot tub is the perfect spot to relax after a day of hiking or skiing, while the rooftop terrace is a private oasis to take in mountain views. Travelers who want to get a local’s perspective of Aspen will love the hotel’s complimentary activities. 

 Directly across the street from Aspen Mountain's Silver Queen Gondola, the Aspen Square Condominium Hotel occupies a premier location in the heart of downtown Aspen. Aspen Square offers 101 uniquely decorated condominiums, from fireplace studio suites to larger apartments, for nightly rental. All condominiums include a fully-equipped kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, private balcony and central air-conditioning. Full hotel-style services and amenities include front desk, concierge and bell assistance, daily housekeeping, heated outdoor pool and hot tubs, private fitness center and complimentary wireless internet access. Parking is free for guests staying at the hotel. Aspen Square is a fully non-smoking property, excluding all smoking materials from guest rooms and public areas. Sorry, pets cannot be accommodated at Aspen Square. 

 As one of the only Alpine Escapes in North America, W Aspen is poised to carve out a new era of luxury. You'll find our hotel nestled at the base of one of the world's most fabled mountains, with access to all of its coveted slopes and trails - plus stunning 360° mountain views and striking architectural and interior design. Discover a bold point of view in this iconic town and enjoy a year-round pass to sky-high adventure. Our slope-side access gets you on the mountain for morning runs and our street-adjacent bike shop can get you outfitted in biking gear for any style of riding experience. Our boutique hotel is within minutes of many additional outdoor activities, including paragliding, rock climbing, paddle boarding and white water rafting. In addition to adventure experiences, we're surrounded by museums, art galleries and music venues. If you prefer a luxury shopping experience, we are only footsteps away from high-fashion boutiques. W Aspen is truly an immersive experience. Live it up and soak it in.