Here are the top luxury hotels in Aspen that offer direct slope access or extremely easy, walkable/gondola access — with a quick note on the type of slope access and why each is recommended:

• The Little Nell — Aspen’s flagship luxury, true ski‑in/ski‑out hotel at the base of Ajax (Aspen) Mountain. Ultimate service (ski concierge/valet), fine dining (Element 47/Ajax Tavern), and Five‑Star/Five‑Diamond level accommodations. Best if you want literal ski‑in/ski‑out and top‑tier luxury. (thelittlenell.com)

• W Aspen (The Sky Residences at W Aspen) — contemporary luxury at the base of Aspen Mountain with mountainside / ski‑in/ski‑out access, rooftop WET Deck, ski concierge/storage and modern design. Great if you want a stylish, social scene plus immediate slope access. (aspensnowmass.com)

• The St. Regis Aspen Resort — classic high‑end resort located at the base of Aspen Mountain with ski butler/valet services and very short walk to the Silver Queen Gondola; superb spa and dining. Best for traditional luxury with easy on/off‑mountain service. (marriott.com)

• Limelight Aspen — upscale but more casual option “steps away” from the Silver Queen Gondola with strong ski programs (First Tracks/Inside Tracks), ski valet and very convenient downtown location. Excellent value for slope‑adjacent access and family/group stays. (limelighthotels.com)

• The Gant — luxury condo‑style property a short shuttle/walk from the gondola; offers full‑service condo comforts, complimentary on‑demand shuttle to the lifts, ski valet and in‑room boot fittings. Good for families or longer stays who want space plus resort services. (gantaspen.com)

Quick booking tips

• Clarify the hotel’s exact meaning of “ski‑in/ski‑out” (some say “mountainside access” or “steps to the gondola” rather than skiing directly from the door). Ask about ski valet, on‑mountain storage, and first‑tracks/early‑access programs. (Hotels’ concierge desks handle these details.) (thelittlenell.com)
• Book early for peak weeks (holidays, President’s Week) — the best slope‑side rooms sell out fast.
• If you want Snowmass base village ski‑in/ski‑out instead of Aspen town, Limelight has a Snowmass property right at the Elk Camp Gondola. (aspensnowmass.com)

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