Buttermilk Mountain Base Area
Aspen
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Popular places to visit

Aspen Mountain
At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.

Maroon Bells
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

Buttermilk Mountain
Novices and superstar skiers alike are drawn to the awesome scenery and varied runs of Aspen’s prime winter sports location.

Aspen Highlands
Famous powder bowls, slopes with views of spectacular wilderness and steep runs that challenge even veteran skiers make this spot a local favorite.

Maroon Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

The John Denver Sanctuary
Find out about the history of Aspen when you take a trip to The John Denver Sanctuary. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its ski slopes.
Things to do

Aspen: City Highlights Walking Tour

World Cuisine Classes in the Base of the Mountains
Top hotels in Buttermilk Mountain Base Area

The Inn at Aspen
"Stayed for two nights in late May, and we had a great experience! Plenty of food options in town, and the Home Team BBQ restaurant is right on-site. The room was very clean, and the kitchenette area had clean dinnerware and mugs in addition to the microwave and fridge, which was an added convenience. ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
"Fantastic stay — truly the best value in Aspen. The hotel sits in a quiet, beautiful corner just a short walk from everything, and the property is impeccably maintained. The heated pool is a dream, and breakfast each morning was lovely. What really stood out was the staff — incredibly kind, attentive, ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Gant
"Staff was excellent. The Gant is very well located in Aspen near everything you want to see and do. Not quite a hotel but more like an apartment. Bathroom is cramped but overall spacious."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Limelight Hotel Aspen
"We arrived before tourist season officially kicks off, so we felt like we sort of had Aspen all to ourselves. :) And making it an extra dream experience was our stay at Limelight. The staff was top-notch. They were incredibly helpful and greeted us with a warm smile every time we left the hotel and ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Viceroy Snowmass
"It was a very luxurious stay"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Element by Marriott Basalt - Aspen
"Pet friendly clean and delicious breakfast"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Buttermilk Mountain Base Area

West Aspen
If you're spending some time in West Aspen, Roaring Fork River and Aspen Golf and Tennis Club are top sights worth seeing.

Meadowood
While Meadowood isn't home to many top sights, Aspen Recreation Center and Castle Creek Road are some notable places to visit nearby.

Aspen Highlands Village
While Aspen Highlands Village isn't home to many top sights, Aspen Recreation Center and Upper Tiehack Ski Lift are some notable places to visit nearby.

West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Roaring Fork River and Castle Creek Road are top sights worth seeing.

Pitkin
While there might not be top attractions in Pitkin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aspen Art Museum and The John Denver Sanctuary.

Red Mountain
Though Red Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aspen Art Museum and Roaring Fork River.

