Enjoy handcrafted cocktails using house made ingredients and/or reserve one of our plush, elegant VIP tables to guarantee entry and seating for you and your group. I’m clearly getting old, because absolutely nothing appealed about that space. WiFi and an airport shuttle are free, and this hotel also features 3 … View All Hotels. As one of the only Alpine Escapes in North America, W Aspen is poised to carve out a new era of luxury. The bathroom next to this was large, with double sinks, a tub, a steam shower, and a toilet. The residence also has a washer & dryer, which sure is a nice feature if you’re on a longer trip. Approved in 2015 to replace the Sky Hotel, the new W Aspen is an 88-room hotel, along with 11 free-market residences that are currently for sale for fractional ownership. I do appreciate the greater effort into booking with points and staying at a hotel that most people here could at least kind of afford to look into. Looks like a psychedelic college dorm. It’s open from 8PM until 2AM, and is on the ground floor. Nowadays I’d argue there’s no way to earn Bonvoy points anymore without huge opportunity cost. On the other hand, it does feel more like Ben is losing his audience. But the rest-the flight reviews, whether paid or miles, the luxury and budget hotels, and other stuff, I enjoy that. If you do fly into Aspen, the W offers a shuttle service, which is included with the resort fee. Breeze Airways Wants To Pay Pilots How Much?! A former travel columnist for The New York Times Syndicate, Smart Money, Ski, USA Today, and USA Weekend, I’m the editor of Everett Potter’s Travel Report and lecture as. This site is for entertainment purposes only. plus $52 on top of that to park your car. My visit to the newly opened W Aspen was in the fall, so it was hard to imagine the ski-in and ski-out nature of it all without snow on the ground, but that’s how the hotel is billed. Like most things in Aspen, lodging is expensive. Speak for yourself! Hey, @George Castanza (sic) and all you other complainers, here’s a simple fact you are ignoring: reviews are subjective. The hotel was totally dead when we were staying there, and for the day of our departure they were selling the maximum number of two bedroom residences that show online. I’ve never been convinced of the W as a luxury brand. So in the hot tub we did get to hear from several Aspen locals about how “yeah bro, this is the new spot, this is really tight, we dig it, bro.”. That’s exciting, since this presents an opportunity to redeem points in one of the most popular (and expensive) ski destinations in the US. The space sure has unique decor. This is a generous benefit, so do them a favor and buy a drink from their poolside bar rather than trying to sneak in your own flask. The shop will also rent and sell the hotel’s first edition series of snowboards. The Sky Residences Living The Sky Residences at W Aspen represent a compelling statement of space and meticulous design that defies expectations. Light fixtures are inspired by miner’s headlamps and there’s also an outdoor fire pit. This place is trying too hard and I am too old to stay here. That W is considered luxury makes me happy that I don’t care to be cool. Any dining establishment that has more than just Tabasco instantly scores points in my book. As someone who goes to Colorado to ski regularly I found the review helpful…, The nightclub looks like an opium den – but then again, the gym could be one too, given the creepy artwork! Interiors reference classic Swiss chalet architecture, thanks to rustic wood finishes, sloped rooflines and a fireplace-inspired mini-bar. I would be furious if I spent $1000 for a hotel with a rooftop pool only to be heckled by non-guests enjoying a $6 Bud Light. Your email address will not be published. For example, the rates for the two bedroom residence seem to range from about $929 per night to $3,000+ per night, depending on the time of year. All Rights Reserved, This is a BETA experience. Brian and Ben have two completely different personalities and Brian’s a bit more into the money-saving aspect, while Ben’s a bit more luxe-centric. I don’t fully understand the “public pool” thing. For après ski, W Aspen offers up a WET Deck, which is Aspen’s only year-round, all-weather, public rooftop bar. Speaking of which, I’d understand if they were called ski residences, but where does the sky residences name come from? There’s even a shuffleboard table, which we enjoyed. I appreciate learning about (a) new properties and new plane layouts, (b) luxury properties, (c) points/miles redemptions, (d) paid-stay or paid-ticket prices, and more. © 2020 Forbes Media LLC. Inside the entrance and to the right was reception, which was a colorful space, with some cool wall art. Marriott Bonvoy just gets less and less appealing. The W Aspen is the second W Mountain Escape globally, following W Verbier in the Swiss Alps. Acquolina Trattoria & Pizzeria First Seating 6:00 & 6:30pm, $145 per person at a table -OR- $85 per person at our bar counter Second Seating 9:00 & 9:30pm, $295 per person at a table -OR- $155 per person at our bar counter 970.925.8222 acquolinaaspen.com Ajax Tavern Share a memorable meal at Ajax Tavern, perfectly timed to enjoy the fireworks show over Aspen Mountain afterward. If you want to go during a peak time of the year, such as ski season, expect to pay sky-high rates for many things. For the entire year this room retails for $400 more than a standard room (so for example, for tonight a standard room is $279, while this room is $679, while in high season a standard room might be $899, while this room is $1,299). The 1,800 sq. A room that retails for over $400 above the base room doesn’t have a bathtub, has a single seat, has a totally exposed bathroom, etc. The W Aspen’s main restaurant is the Living Room, and it’s located on the second floor. The Living Room also has a great outdoor space. View deals for W Aspen, including fully refundable rates with free cancellation. @ Tortuga — Yep, it does have ski lockers. You'll find our hotel nestled at the base of one of the world's most fabled mountains, with access to all of its coveted slopes and trails - plus stunning 360° mountain views and … I’m also extremely happy for Ben that he has done well for himself. But aside from that, while the rooftop looks cool, those standard rooms look dreadful. So they sent up maintenance, and they couldn’t figure it out either. There was no desk or surface otherwise. So it was super beautiful, though I wasn’t mentally prepared for the single digit (Fahrenheit) temperatures. I REALLY enjoy and appreciate all of your luxury, non points content. They use them everywhere. On top of all rates the hotel has a resort fee of $50 per night. Valet cost $52 per night, which is pricey, but not unexpected. I beg to differ. On paper, the breakfast buffet price for the four of us was a jaw-dropping $188 per day, but in reality thanks to status, all we owed was the tip. It looks shagadelic. I was a longtime contributor to Outside, Money, National Geographic Traveler, Travel Leisure and Forbes Life and my work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Town & Country and The Robb Report. Lucky is right. You can’t redeem points directly at the Sky Residences, though. 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I can’t see how Marriott clearly differentiates this brand. There was a second guest bathroom near the living room. Beyond the views, the gathering area offers a heated pool, hot tub, fire pits, cabanas, full bar, dance floor and DJ booth. I was surprised to see that they didn’t have Bliss toiletries. Anyway, the model room they showed up was a Fabulous King Mountain View with Balcony. Last but not least, I don’t really mind locals enjoying themselves at hotels I stay in. Making stops in vibrant destinations such as Beijing, Seoul and Tokyo, giving Chef Siao the Latitude to indulge palates with global flavors rotating with the seasons. I’d totally get this in peak season, but that wasn’t the case here. Who knows! Wow – that hotel looks terrible. Earn 60,000 bonus points | 2X points on travel and dining. ASPEN — The new W Aspen hotel will open for business in July.The hotel and a related apartment complex called Sky Residences at W Aspen, are being built at the base of Aspen Mountain, replacing the Sky Hotel.The Aspen Times reported that Northridge Capital LLC of Washington, D.C., is the developer along with Aspen developer John Sarpa. And trying to compare Ben to other bloggers is a wash. Everyone has their unique signature. The W Aspen & The Sky Residences at W Aspen debuts today, the first new luxury hotel to open in Aspen in 25 years. I agree with the others who suggested the hotel looks absolutely awful. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Much to my surprise, the W Aspen doesn’t have a spa, and also doesn’t plan on having one. Since we were there in quiet season both decks were mostly empty, though I guess this is a nice space for those staying in residences when it does get busier. Overall I was feeling mostly great about the property based on the residence we had. Oh my gosh this room was beautiful! Time to start stocking up on Bonvoy points!!! 1) W’s cannot in good conscience be considered luxury hotels, I think they’re the cool hip trust fund kid who’s father, St Regis, is all about the luxury, but he’s just trying too hard. Limited Time Offer: Earn 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy points | Terms Apply. Situated on prime real estate at the base of Aspen Mountain, W Aspen has ski-in/ski-out access to Aspen Mountain. W Aspen Sky Residences Marvelous Residence living room. Those who fancy vacationing in style will be pleased to know they have four scene-stealing WOW suites and one Extreme WOW suite to choose from. That being said go ahead and review an aman or four seasons as well because why not. The property is modeled after the W Verbier, and overall I think the design is beautiful of the residences and public spaces. ft. townhouse is a 2 bed, 4.0 bath unit. All were minor, but they added up. Looking at rates, a standard room cost about $300 per night, though they were also selling incredible-looking two bedroom residences for just under $1,000 per night. I just figured they had to know how many technology failures they had. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. GRANVILLE, W.Va. – Aspen Dental has several locations throughout the mountain state. Then again, they devalue rather quickly, so holding onto them sure is costly…. It confirms my overall feelings on W properties, and reaffirms my decision to stay at the St Regis, the Jerome, or condo/vrbo properties while skiing. The two-bedroom Extreme WOW suite features a central fire pit, a hot tub open to the living area, a circular bed on a pivoting platform and a DJ booth, a suite that Austin Powers might well enjoy. One bedroom featured a king size bed and daybed to the side, and it faced a wall-mounted TV. These residences looked huge and beautiful, so we decided to book one of these, since it seemed fun to be able to share such a big space. Given the lack of Ubers available in Aspen, this is a feature that most good hotels seem to have. The wonky service is an integral part of Colorado ski town hotels, no matter what price point, and especially since pot was legalized. This used to be the Sky Hotel. Required fields are marked *. Why dont I spend 1K/night to get a suite?”. No one cares about your sleep patterns or your relationship with Ford. Ill continue to stay at the Westin in Snowmass. Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners. If redeeming points, the W Aspen is a Category 8 property. As usual, I feel like taking advantage of Marriott elite perks is like pulling teeth. Then there was another couch overlooking the TV and fireplace. It is usually quite a nice thing to see locals having a special occasion. Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners. That’s quite generous, given that technically they only have to provide “continental” breakfast, so some hotels will offer you a coffee and croissant and call it a day. Eleven unique Residences, offering an exclusive shared ownership opportunity slope-side on Aspen Mountain. We were visiting Aspen for a fall getaway. The breakfast buffet at the Westin Snowmass was plenty of food to keep my family of four pretty full until mid- to late-afternoon. Then we tried to stream something from our device to the TV (who doesn’t want to watch (90 Day Fiancé after a few drinks?!). If a residence were priced reasonably I’d return in a heartbeat. That means a free night ranges in cost from 70,000 to 100,000 points per night, depending on whether it’s off-peak, standard, or peak. While we mentioned each of these things individually, I decided to also bring this to the attention of the front office manager. So they gave us an access code, rather than letting us connect with our name and room number. The colors are vomit inducing. I hope this review is useful nonetheless, and I intentionally tried to get pictures of the “regular” rooms as well. For what it’s worth, the drink list read as follows: A couple of interesting notes. Editorial Disclosure: The editorial content on this page is not provided by any entity mentioned herein. The W Aspen has a hotel car that can drive you anywhere in town. “Oh look – a new points hotel opened up. The reason for having a separate residence deck is to provide the big spenders with a deck that the public can’t access. As you’d expect, the price of these residences (and all rooms, for that matter), is highly seasonal. As it turned out, this was far from a standard room in terms of pricing. New pop-up shops in Aspen include the Giorgio Armani boutique on East Hyman Avenue. The room had a massive living room. 550 South Spring Street, Aspen, Colorado USA 81611. Great review Lucky! It’s so awesome to see a new hotel in Aspen, and in particular for it to be a points hotel. Please reflect on the old days and strive to get back to basics. I was tempted to LOL at the price here, but indeed even during shoulder season some of the nicer places are pretty expensive compared to years past (4-5 years ago I could stay at Hotel Jerome, for example, for under $200 a night). We were in Aspen during what was probably one of the quietest weekends of the year, but in the afternoon the deck already got pretty full, so I can’t even imagine how full it’s going to be in winter. Travel in the Time of COVID: The news, resources, & information you need. Santiago W Santiago. The room did have a nice balcony, which most rooms here don’t have. W Aspen is considered a boutique hotel. Aspen Mountain is minutes away. And nothing looks comfortable. The bellmen were friendly and offered to help with our bags and also parked our car. This is such a unique aspect of this hotel, because the St. Regis doesn’t have a space like this. Back upstairs, the 104 guest rooms, suites and residences nod to bohemian Aspen, with cozy Alpine touches like rustic finishes and a fireplace inspired W Mixbar. Also, we essentially got heckled by a drunk bachelorette party for making the bold fashion decision of coming to the rooftop in slippers and bathrobes. Must be the economy (?). Even if I could get past that, I just can’t get past the W bathrooms at this and many of their other properties. I know the W is supposed to be “hip”, outré, and avant-garde, but there is a limit. As one of the only Alpine Escapes in North America, W Aspen is poised to carve out a new era of luxury. The W has a nightclub of sorts that’s called 39 Degrees. Guestrooms have dramatic views and the architecture and interior design may well prove to be game changers in this design-conscious town. W Hotels is known for impeccable service combined with an unsurpassed ability to quench guests’ lust for life. While we ordered total junk, it was delicious. I’m not sure if this will be popular in winter, or…. Unlike a lot of places Lucky visits, I actually do know quite a bit about Aspen properties, and lived there for a few years. What makes the W Hotel Aspen so special is the rooftop. Aspen Dental is located […] The hallways are terrible. Flights were way cheaper, and we’ve had so many bad experiences with flight cancelations into & out of Aspen that we just preferred a nonstop flight there. I wouldn’t exactly call a third floor room as being in the “sky.”. The W Aspen opened in late August 2019, and is the first new hotel in Aspen in about 25 years. In the far corner was more of a formal living area with two couches and two chairs around a coffee table. Can all bachelorette parties please go to Mars and stay there?? The Sky Hotel was had a ground level pool that was open to the public. Wow, what a really cool new option for Aspen. Walking a fine line…no real suggestion from me but may want to step back and reassess what the blog should be. @ Anthony — It’s a great question. The design references were inspired by the Ute Native Americans, 19th century silver miners, the 60’s counterculture and yes, today’s billionaire inhabitants. Everyone working at the W was pretty well intentioned. The bunk queen beds and the one behind the other is just stupid. With the ongoing pandemic, giving back to the community is more vital than ever this holiday season. The residences face the interior of the town rather than the mountains, which is fair enough, since I’m sure they’d be double the price if they had a direct view of the mountain. 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