10th Mountain Division Hut AssociationvsThe Little Nell
Both hotels are rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, The Little Nell is preferred by most reviewers compared to 10th Mountain Division Hut Association. The Little Nell ranks #1 in Aspen with endorsements from 16 reviewers like BlackBook, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
10th Mountain Division Hut Association
1280 Ute Ave., Aspen, CO 81611
From $0/night
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This organization manages a system of 34 backcountry huts – a few with wood-burning saunas – across Colorado." Full review
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In other words, you have to plan your trip six to 12 months in advance and be somewhat flexible with your dates (avoiding weekends is key).
Afar Magazine
"The huts are heated by wood-burning stoves, which melt snow for water. The kitchens run on propane burners and the guests share responsibilities of maintaining the heat and cleanliness of the hut." Full review
The Little Nell Show All Reviews
675 E Durant Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
From $989/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge
"The Nell is so Aspen—i.e., it's a cute little (92-room) home-away-from-home chalet where everyone happens to be wearing Prada skiwear and there's a two-to-one staff-to-guest ratio."
Fodor's
"Right at the base of the gondola, this hotel is the only true ski-in ski-out property in town. Leather chairs and velvet couches distinguish the stylish lobby." Full review
Frommer's
"The ski-in, ski-out Little Nell boasts the virtues of an intimate country inn as well as the personalized service and amenities of a grand hotel." Full review
Jetsetter
"When you stay at The Little Nell in Aspen, you'll be in the mountains and minutes from Aspen Mountain and Wagner Park. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Mill Street Fountain..." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This 92-room embodies mountain luxury, from its gorgeous, modern rooms to its exclusive ski concierge team." Full review
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Rooms with mountain views cost extra.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A long-time Aspen institution offering understated, updated elegance and class at the foot of Aspen Mountain." Full review
Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"The 92 spacious rooms, recently touched up by designer Holly Hunt, blend classic Aspen touches with a residential warmth." Full review
Star Service
"The hotel's modern chateau style is a perfect fit for the army of trained staffers ready to welcome demanding modern-day travelers." Full review
Gayot
"Summers, a cosmopolitan crowd, jetting in for the Aspen Music Festival and the International Design Conference, gathers for drinks out by the alpine pool."
BlackBook
"Experience Aspen baller-style. Literally on Aspen Mountain; In house resto Montagna serves the finest ingredients with Betts & Scholl wine."