The Little Nell
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About this property
The Little Nell is a 5-star independent hotel in downtown Aspen, Colorado, located just 0.1 miles from Hunter Valley Trail and within a 15-minute drive of Aspen Mountain. The property comprises 92 guestrooms, including 14 suites, positioned as a premier mountain destination for ski enthusiasts and leisure travelers.
Each of the 92 guestrooms features a fireplace, LED television, and a private balcony. Beds are dressed with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, while bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking tubs and designer toiletries. Video-game consoles and cable programming provide in-room entertainment. Guest comfort is rated 4.9 out of 5.
Dining options include Element 47, which serves American cuisine, alongside a second on-site restaurant. A bar and lounge are available for evening drinks. Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for an additional fee, and 24-hour room service accommodates in-room dining.
The Little Nell offers ski-in/ski-out access and a full-service spa featuring massage treatments. A health club, outdoor pool, and hot tub support wellness and recreation. Additional amenities include ski storage, ski equipment rentals, ski lessons, and downhill skiing and snowboarding on-site. A 24-hour fitness center and fitness classes are available to guests. The property provides concierge services, free airport transportation from nearby Aspen Sardy Field (3 miles away), and transportation can be arranged to Vail/Eagle Airport for an additional charge.
Guests rate the location 5 out of 5 across 154 reviews. Maroon Bells is 11.1 miles away, and Snowmass Mountain is accessible within the 15-minute drive radius to Aspen Mountain. Nearby activities include cross-country skiing, mountain biking, snowshoeing, rafting, ice skating, and hiking on trails adjacent to or near the property.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible arrival times available. Standard check-out is 12:00 PM. The property welcomes dogs on request for a nightly fee of $25, plus a $100 non-refundable deposit. Wheelchair accessibility accommodates paths of travel, parking, public restrooms, the concierge desk, spa, pool, fitness center, meeting spaces, on-site restaurant, and lounge.
Location & nearby attractions
Hunter Valley Trail - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Aspen Mountain - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
212 Gallery - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Silver Circle Ice Rink - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Huntsman Gallery - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Wagner Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Aspen Saturday Market - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Buckskin Pass - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Mill Street Fountain - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Roaring Fork River - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Wheeler Opera House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
BTM Isis Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Silver Queen Gondola - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Hurst Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Ute Cemetery - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The nearest airports are:
Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Vail/Eagle Airport (EGE) - 112.6 km / 70 mi
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 266.2 km / 165.4 mi
Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 294 km / 182.7 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs are allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- The property allows Pets On request only. They are welcome at a charge of 25 USD per night excluding food. An additional 100 USD non-refundable deposit will be charge.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: 8 percent of room rate
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 39 per person
- Covered valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per night plus USD 25.00 one-time cleaning fee
- Service animals are exempt from fees<
Know before you go
- Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.