Experience the slopes from our hotel near Snowmass Village

Experiences

An alpine escape at the peak of luxury, W Aspen is a year-round destination. Our hotel near Aspen Highlands features premier access to Snowmass Village and Aspen Mountain - as well as Buttermilk Mountain, the home of X Games Aspen. From hiking endless trails or biking in warmer months to paragliding over our surrounding valleys, skiing and snowboarding in the winter, a stay here is anything but boring.

Activities & Events in Aspen

Your escape to Aspen just got a little easier. We have curated top activities and events, helping you plan your days and nights at our Alpine Resort within walking distance from the town main attractions.

Red Mountain in Aspen
Owner's Deck Rooftop Lounge

Happenings at W Aspen

W Community Event Managers have dialed in the fun all week long. From Live music, complimentary surprise and delights to fun activities and special offerings, there will be something for any guest arriving to the resort.

Exterior

Explore with our Partner

Explore the stunning natural landscapes of Aspen and its surrounding areas with our partner, the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES). Whether it's winter or summer, you can join guided hikes led by a naturalist, providing an ideal opportunity to experience the beauty of the Roaring Fork Valley on foot.

WET Deck

360 Views

Experience breathtaking views of Aspen Mountain and the historic town year-round from the Rooftop at W Aspen. This unique outdoor venue offers a vibrant atmosphere, creative cocktails, and light bites, making it the perfect spot for a fun afternoon soaking up the sun.

Cabanas - Daydream Lounge #2
Cabanas - Daydream Lounge #2

Your Gateway to the Aspen Community

Located in the heart of the town and just steps away from Aspen Mountain, W Aspen offers a luxurious Alpine experience to the surrounding community. Downtown Aspen is easily accessible, providing direct access to a vibrant restaurant scene, shopping area, and art galleries.

You can easily get around town on foot or take advantage of the car drop-off service from W Aspen Wheel. During the winter months, enjoy the complimentary shuttle service to the main ski areas (Buttermilk and Highland). Aspen Mountain provides ski-in/ski-out access from the resort. In the summer, guests can explore the area with one of the resort's complimentary bikes. Additionally, guests can use one of the complimentary BMW cars available once per stay to discover the surrounding areas at their own pace.

The Aspen public transit system offers easy and safe complimentary bus services to the main mountains around town. It also provides comprehensive routes (fees apply) through the Roaring Fork Valley to further explore the outstanding landscape.

Summer Activities

There are plenty of ways to explore our lovely mountain town in the warmer months. Temperatures hover at that golden range of high 70s, low 80s, and the Rocky Mountains show their full majestic glory free from the heavy snow. Here’s your guide to the best things to do in Aspen over the summer.

Paraglider + Sunset

Clay Shooting

Learn how to shoot clay discs with an experienced instructor for a fun and memorable activity during your time in Aspen. Shoot skeet and compete with your crew or practice your aim with trap shooting. All experience levels are welcome.

Paragliding

Tours begin with a beautiful drive up Aspen mountain, where at the top guests will be briefed by a certified paragliding pilot. Flights are done Tandem style as the pilot steers your glider for a smooth majestic ride. Morning flights are available 7 days a week.

Hot Air Ballooning

The best way to see all of Aspen without ever breaking a sweat. Soar above the beautiful mountain peaks at dawn in a hot air balloon. You can choose to ride solo, with a group, or reserve a private experience for an unforgettable trip with your significant other.

Tennis

Clay and hard courts available at multiple locations in Aspen.

Kayaking

Test your paddling skills on one of our inflatable kayak or “ducky” trips down the Roaring Fork River. Our inflatable kayak trips are very popular in August as the natural river flows drop.

Horseback Riding

Explore Aspen Pioneer-style and horseback ride through through endless mountain trails. Great for families and groups of all experience levels. Tours are flexible and can range from one hour to a full day.

White Water Rafting

Choose from options that range from a relaxing trip on class II rapids, to an adrenaline filled ride down Slaughterhouse Falls. Half days and full days are available for a variety of excursions. All of our outfitters are whitewater rafting certified.

Biking

Experience the charm of Aspen on a complimentary W Aspen cruiser-style bicycle. Our Wheels Team is happy to assist with a reservation. It’s easy to get lost in the scenery - ask our Concierge team about guided tours as well as E-Bike options.

Flyfishing

Our outfitter offers trips down the Roaring Fork and Colorado River all year long. Both wading tours and in-boat floating tours are available. Both half and full-day tours include a provided lunch. It’s the best time of the time of year to get out on the River.

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Stand Up Paddle boards, or SUPs, are the hottest new sport on water and an exciting way to spend an active day on the river. SUPs are recommended for any adventure seeker looking for an exciting workout or just a thrilling way to spend the day.

Hiking

Discover the beauty of Aspen on foot. Hike up to Alpine Lake for a swim, stroll through the iconic wildflower fields, or scale a summit for a picturesque picnic. Our Concierge is delighted to provide trail recommendations or arrange a guided hike.

Carriage Rides

Carriage Rides are available on the corner of Galena and Hopkins from 1:30PM to 10PM daily. No reservations are required.

Explore the Breathtaking Scenes

A Skyhigh Luxury Experience

Take flight when you stay at W Aspen with Aspen Paraglide, the premier paragliding school. Or, take breathtaking hikes on Smuggler Mountain, or to see the mystical Maroon Bells.

Local Area + Paraglider

Unparalleled Access & More

Skiing + Snowboarding

Over 5,000 acres and 4 mountains – all you need is just 1 lift ticket. It’s endless possibilities for your ski or boarding escape in Aspen.

Aspen Ski Resort Hotel
FIT Free Weights

FIT®

With a state-of-the-art FIT fitness center, W Aspen offers many ways to continue your workout while you are on your escape. Work up a sweat on your own with one of many treadmills or bikes, free weights, Peloton bikes, or TRX system. You’ll be on your way to live and breathe the W Hotels motto of #detoxretoxrepeat.

Outdoor Yoga

Fuel Your Workout

Within a few blocks from W Aspen, you can explore other fitness-focus activities. Whether you are looking for group fitness classes, a hike in the Rocky Mountains, or a white-water rafting adventure, you have many options for your escape.

Fuel Your Body

Fuel your body to look good, to feel good, to go longer, and to go further in the Rocky Mountains. Whether you are looking for something to grab n’ go or indulge in, Aspen has many healthy options within steps of W Aspen: Living Room, In-Room Dining, Pyramid Bistro, JUS Aspen, Big Wrap.

Lifestyle

Book Your Aspen Activities Online

Reserve a shuttle to the airport or to the mountain, reservations at 39 Degrees, or even a 2-hour test drive of various BMW X series vehicles online through our Aspen ski resort hotel's virtual reservation hub.

BMW X7 Wheels

Frequently Asked Questions