The Little Nell
The Little Nell is a landmark hospitality project at the base of Aspen Mountain. Designed as part of a complete reconfiguration of the mountain base, the 92-room hotel links Aspen’s city center with the ski mountain through a layered composition of public spaces, rooftop terraces, sub-grade connections, and private guest amenities.
The hotel living room, restaurant, and bar wrap a landscaped courtyard with pool and spa, creating an intimate retreat within one of Aspen’s most active civic thresholds. More than three decades after opening, The Little Nell remains a defining landmark for Aspen and one of the country’s most recognized mountain resort hotels.
Completed
1989Location
Aspen, ColoradoProject Size
210,000 SF
1.98 Acres
Primary Scope
Architecture
Primary Materials
Stucco, Sandstone
Awards
US News + World Report Ranked #1 Best Hotel in Colorado
US News + World Report Ranked #19 Best Hotel in U.S.A.
Urban Land Institute | Award of Excellence
AIA Colorado West | Honor Award