West Aspen Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Aspen Mountain
At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.

Maroon Bells
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

Buttermilk Mountain
Novices and superstar skiers alike are drawn to the awesome scenery and varied runs of Aspen’s prime winter sports location.

Aspen Highlands
Famous powder bowls, slopes with views of spectacular wilderness and steep runs that challenge even veteran skiers make this spot a local favorite.

Maroon Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

The John Denver Sanctuary
Find out about the history of Aspen when you take a trip to The John Denver Sanctuary. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its ski slopes.
Top hotels in West Aspen

The Inn at Aspen
Rooms older but bed comfortable Great location!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
Good value for aspen
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Limelight Hotel Aspen
Beautiful view great location wonderful staff!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Element Basalt - Aspen
Great breakfast and room. Got double charged though :(
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

The St. Regis Aspen Resort

The Gant
Amazing value, lovely property, and extremely attentive staff! Will absolutely be back.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Aspen

West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Castle Creek Road and Roaring Fork River are top sights worth seeing.

Meadowood
While Meadowood isn't home to many top sights, Aspen Recreation Center and Castle Creek Road are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pitkin
While there might not be top attractions in Pitkin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Castle Creek Road and The John Denver Sanctuary.

Buttermilk Mountain Base Area
If you're spending some time in Buttermilk Mountain Base Area, Buttermilk Mountain and Summit Express Ski Lift are top sights worth seeing.

Red Mountain
Though Red Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Roaring Fork River and Harris Concert Hall.

Downtown Aspen
While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and The John Denver Sanctuary.
