For more information contact: Missy Farren & Associates, Ltd (212) 528-1691

Missy Farren, mfarren@mfaltd.com

Guests Choose The Little Nell, Uniquely Situated at the Base of Aspen Mountain, for Absolute Comfort and Luxury Aspen, CO – With majestic Aspen Mountain as its backdrop and picturesque Aspen village at its front door, The Little Nell is regarded as Colorado’s premier, luxury resort. Guests from across the United States and around the globe come to stay at The Little Nell, where unparalleled skiing amid comfort and splendor is the name of the game in the fall and winter, and outdoor sports and cultural activities entertain the rest of the year. Uniquely situated at the base of Aspen Mountain, The Little Nell is Aspen’s only ski-in and ski-out resort. Seemingly carved into the mountain, The Little Nell complements its environment with its charming, peaked, wooden rooftops. With 92 accommodations, each room at The Little Nell is designed for maximum comfort. As the property literally hugs the base of the mountain, no two rooms or views are alike.

The Little Nell, situated at the base of Aspen Mountain The lavish Paepcke Suite Decorated in rich Aspen colors, including red, gold, burgundy and blue, comfort abounds at every nook, from the cozy gas-burning fireplaces and the deluxe goose-down stuffed sofas and chairs to the oversized beds with fluffy down duvets and pillows. Each room has a 27-inch television, VCR, two-line phones, stereo/CD player, refrigerator and spacious closets with separate dressing and storage areas. The Little Nell’s premiere accommodation is the Elizabeth Paepcke Suite, named after one of Aspen’s modern-day founders. Its 2,500 square feet feature maple-paneled walls and floors topped by tapestry carpets, twenty-foot coffered ceilings and panoramic views from every window. True to Colorado style, the suite is lavishly decorated with oversized sofas and leather chairs as well as original art by renowned Southwest artist Dan Naminga. The Little Nell’s public spaces are among the most popular places in town with the cognoscenti. The Living Room area off the lobby makes a cozy conversation spot with its inviting floor-to-ceiling fireplace and postcard views of Aspen Mountain. The Greenhouse offers an expanded space to enjoy Aspen’s convivial nightlife. The Little Nell also features a complete health club with an array of cardiovascular equipment, a weight room, a massage room and a heated outdoor pool with Jacuzzi. A gondola ride away is The Aspen Mountain Club, a private facility affiliated with The Little Nell, which is available for events. Also available for events is The Sundeck located atop Aspen Mountain, which offers a unique setting for every occasion.

What makes the property a must-stay for its guests – many of whom return again and again – is The Little Nell’s unique brand of service. Dual concierge teams – ski and hotel proper, assure that no boot is un-warmed, no ski un-waxed, no reservation unchecked and no special request denied, all for the pleasure of its guests. The Little Nell, the only U.S. mountain resort to hold the prestigious Relais et Chateaux affiliation, has been recognized as a Mobil Travel Guide Five-Star resort for six consecutive years. The Little Nell also has been awarded the Five-Diamond Award by the American Automobile Association. And this year, The Little Nell has been recognized by the Zagat Survey as the best hotel in Colorado in its 2004 Guide to Top Hotels, Resorts & Spas. “It is our staff that truly sets us apart,” said vice president and general manager Eric Calderon, who has been at The Little Nell since it was founded in 1989. “All of us are genuinely delighted to be here and it shows in our every action and effort.” Aspen’s only Five-Star / Five-Diamond luxury hotel, The Little Nell blends the virtues of a country inn with the personalized service and amenities of a grand hotel. For more information and for reservations call 888-The-Nell (888-843-6355) or 970-920-4600. This release can also be downloaded at www.thelittlenell.com. Relais & Chateaux is the prestigious global association of 450 privately owned hotels and acclaimed restaurants of charm and prestige in 50 countries around the world. Founded in France and headquartered in Paris, the association serves as an ambassador for the French "art de vivre" and culinary standards. Each establishment embodies the association's quality charter of the five "C's" - Courtesy, Charm, Character, Calm and Cuisine. For information, consult the website at www.relaischateaux.com.