SUMMER'S DESTINATIONS

Aspen, Colorado

he wonderland of Aspen in the winter is famed worldwide, but the Aspen of summer splendor has captivated savvy travelers with the sights and sounds that overtake the town. Aspen truly is a top year-round destination for adventurers, sports enthusiasts, music, theatre, and art makers and lovers, business moguls, leaders and dignitaries, scholars, thinkers and writers, dedicated boutique shoppers, dreamers and creatives, and quite a few celebrities.

Aspen in summer is fully in bloom, its abundant natural wonders on display along with its distinguished cultural contributions, highlighted by the internationally acclaimed Aspen Music Festival, top-tier art exhibitions, culinary festivals, conferences, and concerts. Aspen is a fusion of reverence for nature and the outdoors with opulent indulgence and refined sophistication. The burgeoning cultural scene embraces the Aspen founding fathers and mothers' visions centered on building a town dedicated to cultivating the mind, body, and spirit in this once humble and secluded valley.

Among Aspen’s wonders, The Little Nell hotel claims the impressive distinction of being Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel. This prized piece of real estate has been catapulted across history to its prestigious present, once a pristine hunting ground of the Ute tribe, a rough and tumble mining camp with the nearby silver mine claim notoriously named, The Little Nell, a depot and railroad stop, early ski lift base, and popular water hole for ski bums, free spirits, college kids, and locals in the ’60s and ’70s.

In 1989, the vision of the newest iteration of The Little Nell as a boutique hotel was realized at last with contemporary architecture and innovative interior and drawing a cosmopolitan. On an ongoing basis, masterful renovations orchestrated by prominent international designers have elevated The Little Nell to the heights of incomparable style and sophistication recognized worldwide, highlighted by curated details in design and decor, fine art and luxury amenities, sustainable gardens, exceptional dining, the signature personalized service afforded to all guests, and the natural gifts of breathtaking mountain views and preferred ease of slope accessibility. Established as a member of the Relais & Châteaux association of 580 international luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants, The Little Nell prides itself as a leader in boutique hospitality.

A chic summer destination, The Little Nell offers its diverse clientele a unique array of activities to savor, enriching and indulging mind, body, and spirit, the pillar of Aspen’s founders’ vision.

Wine is Divine….Renowned for its Wine Cellar with a speakeasy vibe and over 20,000 bottles of choice vintages and a roster of notable labels, The Little Nell presents tailored wine programs with the experienced team of The Little Nell’s lauded sommeliers, including personalized guided tastings and wine and dine pairings. Private Cellar Dinners are the most exclusive curated and customized wine experiences for an elite lifetime experience.

NATURE IS WHERE IT ALL BEGINS.

The Little Nell’s Off-Road Tours take guests on explorations revealing the beauty of Aspen Mountain and its panoramic views. Winding up the Summer Road or traversing the backside of the mountain, you’ll reach the peak vantage point of 11,212 feet. A photographer’s dream, views of spectacular vistas extend to the Continental Divide, across the Maroon Bells wilderness, past crystal blue lakes, sparkling streams, and a long-forgotten ghost town. The journey is complemented by Little Nell's chef specialties, gourmet snacks, or boxed lunches perfect for sunrise tours, afternoon excursions, or famed sundowners.

Back by popular demand, Fly Fishing with The Little Nell’s experienced guides on the Roaring Fork River or T-Lazy-7 Ranch. Learn all the best techniques from the pros who will share the secrets of attracting the wily trout with presumably irresistible high-end flies and lures. Celebrate success with gourmet snacks and lunches expertly paired with select wines and beers.