Aspen's only ski-in/ski-out five-star property, The Little Nell sits steps from the Silver Queen Gondola base. This intimate 92-room hotel is renowned for its impeccable personalized service, Element 47 restaurant with 20,000-bottle wine cellar, and the best ski access in Aspen.
The Little Nell is Aspen's only ski-in/ski-out five-star hotel, occupying an enviable position at 675 East Durant Avenue directly at the base of the Silver Queen Gondola on Aspen Mountain in Colorado. The intimate 92-room property is one of only a handful of hotels in the United States to hold simultaneous Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond ratings. Each of the individually appointed rooms and suites features gas fireplaces, marble bathrooms, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of Aspen Mountain or the town below. Element 47, the signature restaurant, is named for silver's place on the periodic table and is widely regarded as one of Colorado's finest dining rooms; its wine program draws from a 20,000-bottle cellar recognized with the Wine Spectator Grand Award for decades. The hotel's Nell bar serves elevated cocktails and weekend live music in a convivial après-ski atmosphere. A full-service spa offers treatments tailored to mountain living, while the heated outdoor pool and whirlpool remain open year-round. Butler service is available around the clock, and the dedicated ski concierge manages lift passes, equipment rental, private ski instruction, and slope-side lunches at Sundeck restaurant. Aspen Art Museum and Wheeler Opera House are each within a three-minute walk. The Little Nell's location means guests can clip into bindings from the lobby ski storage and be on the lift within minutes — an advantage no other Aspen property can match.
Amenities
- ski-in/ski-out
- spa
- Element 47 restaurant
- pool
- wifi
- butler service
- concierge
Location
675 E Durant Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
39.1876, -106.8179 View on map
Highlights
- Aspen's only ski-in/ski-out five-star hotel — steps from the Silver Queen Gondola base
- Simultaneous Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond ratings since opening
- Element 47 restaurant with a 20,000-bottle wine cellar and Wine Spectator Grand Award
- 24-hour butler service and dedicated ski concierge for all four Aspen Snowmass mountains
- Heated outdoor pool and spa open year-round with Aspen Mountain backdrop
Tips for visiting
- Book Element 47 dinner reservations the moment room reservations are confirmed — it fills weeks ahead
- The ski concierge can pre-book private ski instructors for popular holiday weeks; reserve early
- Rooms on the mountain-facing side command premium rates but offer views directly onto ski runs
- The Nell bar's après-ski scene runs from 3 pm — arrive early for a fireside seat
- Nightly rates vary significantly by season; late January and early March offer relative value in ski season
When to visit
December through March for skiing, with Christmas and Presidents' Day weeks being peak. June through August for music festivals and summer hiking. November and April offer quieter visits at reduced rates.
Accessibility
The Little Nell provides accessible rooms with roll-in showers on request. The lobby and ground-floor facilities are step-free. Ski-in/ski-out access has some uneven terrain near the slope; the concierge can advise on the easiest routes for guests with mobility considerations.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes The Little Nell ski-in/ski-out?
The hotel sits at the base of Aspen Mountain with direct access to ski runs. Guests ski out from a dedicated ski storage area adjacent to the lobby and return down a groomed run that ends at the hotel entrance. No road crossing or shuttle is required.
Does The Little Nell accept pets?
The hotel welcomes dogs under 40 lbs with a daily pet fee. The concierge team can arrange dog-sitting and grooming services during ski days.
How many rooms does The Little Nell have?
The property has 92 rooms and suites, keeping it intimate by design. This small scale allows for highly personalized service, including dedicated butler assignments for suites.
Is The Little Nell open in summer?
Yes, the hotel operates year-round. Summer programming includes hiking, mountain biking, fly-fishing, and festival packages tied to the Aspen Music Festival and Food & Wine Classic. Summer rates are generally lower than peak ski season.