Destination Guide
Aspen
With a long, storied history, Aspen is an iconic destination for the global jet set.
Destination Guide Aspen
Why We Love Aspen
Tucked away in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, Aspen is a world class alpine playground. Whether you’re visiting to detox, retox, or both, Aspen has a vast variety of experiences to elevate your sky-high escape.
When In Aspen, You Must
EAT
Betula
525 E. Cooper Ave
DRINK
7908
415 E. Hyman Ave
SEE
Maroon Bells
DO
Aspen Art Museum
675 E. Hyman Ave
Know Before You Go
Aspen is known to have almost 300 days of sunshine. Soak it up on our WET deck year round. There you can enjoy elevated 360-degree views of Aspen.
Talk Like a Local
Learn the slang from the streets.
Ajax
\ ˈā-ˌjaks \ noun
Local reference to Aspen Mountain. Ajax was the name of the largest mining house on Aspen Mountain during the 1800s.
I'm taking the gondola up Ajax.
Neighborhoods to Explore
1. Aspen Highlands
Home to the iconic "bowl" which is hiked and skied, and will get you a local stamp of approval.
2. Buttermilk
In the summer, hiking or biking up Tiehack Trail will bring you to some of the most stunning valley views. During winter, Buttermilk is home to the world-renowned Winter X Games.
3. Snowmass
The largest mountain in the Aspen-Snowmass Family. If you are driving there, take the back roads via Owl Creek for extra elevated views.
Ultimate Access
So Café
637 E Hyman Ave
Located on the scenic roof top of the Aspen Art Museum. SO is named after a type of free-flowing Japanese brushstroke as well as, of course, an English expression of quantification and excitement.
W Aspen / Insider
The menu changes weekly because they only use seasonally and locally sourced produce and ingredients. It doesn’t get any fresher.
Either / Or
DETOX
Ritual
601 E. Hyman Ave
Ritual aspen is a lagree method fitness studio offering high intensity, low impact, full body training on the megaformer.
RETOX
Bad Harriett
330 E Main St
Mind your manners and indulge in upscale cocktails at this underground spot. Hidden below the Aspen Times, it has an old school yet elegant ambiance.
Packing List
1. GoPro
The views are hard to forget but bring your GoPro to relive the experience.
2. Hydration Pack
Aspen is 7908 feet above sea level. Stay hydrated and have a place for your sunnies & sunscreen while you indulge in the outdoors.
3. Swimwear
Enjoy the natural hot springs sprinkled through the valley or soak in the view from the hot tub that is accessible year round on the WET deck.
4. Workout Shoes
Aspen is the ultimate athletic playground. You never know when you’ll be inspired to hop on a trail or bike to the next gorgeous view.
W Aspen
Retreat to our luxury hotel, W Aspen, for a unique lifestyle experience on the slopes of Aspen Mountain.