
Hotel Jerome
Best for being in the middle of downtown Aspen with quick walkable access to nightlife, galleries and the Silver Queen Gondola.
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Hotel Jerome is a historic five-star hotel in downtown Aspen for travelers who want immediate access to Main Street, Aspen Mountain and on-site, Michelin-recommended dining. Aspen Meadows Resort is an upscale, campus-style four-star retreat on a spacious West End property for guests who prefer more room, outdoor sports facilities and conference space outside the downtown core.
Updated · about 1.1 km apart

Best for being in the middle of downtown Aspen with quick walkable access to nightlife, galleries and the Silver Queen Gondola.

Best for travelers who want roomy grounds, outdoor sports courts and larger meeting/conference facilities away from downtown.
When Hotel Jerome wins: choose Hotel Jerome if you want to be in Aspen’s historic center, within a few minutes’ walk of Aspen Mountain, the Aspen Art Museum and Main Street restaurants and bars.
When Aspen Meadows Resort wins: pick Aspen Meadows if you need more on-site outdoor space (tennis courts, trails), larger meeting or event facilities, free airport shuttle service and a quieter West End campus feel.
Bottom line: both are upscale Aspen properties; Hotel Jerome is the downtown, character-rich choice with standout dining and historic atmosphere, while Aspen Meadows is the roomier resort campus with more outdoor amenities and bigger conference capacity.
| Category | Hotel Jerome | Aspen Meadows Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic downtown luxury; characterful public rooms and bars | Upscale resort-style retreat on a spacious Aspen campus |
| Location | 330 E Main Street, in the heart of downtown Aspen, steps from Aspen Mountain | 845 Meadows Road, Aspen (West End), a short drive from Aspen Mountain |
| Size (rooms) | 99 rooms and suites | 98 rooms |
| Who’s welcome | All ages (family-friendly); minimum check-in age generally 21 | All ages (family-friendly) |
| Pools & hot tubs | Heated outdoor courtyard pool and hot tub (adult-designated pool area) | Outdoor pool and hot tub |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues including Prospect (Michelin Guide Recommended), J-Bar, The Living Room, Bad Harriet and Felix Roasting Co. | West End Social (restaurant & bar) plus limited room service |
| Spa & fitness | Yarrow, an Auberge Spa with private treatment rooms, steam room and sauna; 24-hour fitness center | Massage and body treatments available; 24-hour fitness facilities (listing shows health club / fitness) |
| Meetings & events | Multiple intimate and large historic event spaces including a 3,450 sq ft Grand Ballroom; various outdoor event terraces | Large conference center with roughly 22,001 sq ft (2,044 m²) and 5 meeting rooms |
| Airport shuttle | Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle (arranged before arrival) | |
| Outdoor sports & activities on site | Ski storage; assistance arranging local outdoor activities | Tennis (5 outdoor courts), mountain biking on site, hiking/biking trails, ski storage and snowboarding nearby |
Hotel Jerome sits on East Main Street in the compact, walkable heart of Aspen.
Choose Hotel Jerome if you want to be in Aspen’s historic center and walk to slopes, culture and dining.
Aspen Meadows Resort occupies a larger West End campus a short drive from downtown.
Choose Aspen Meadows if you prefer a quieter setting with more on-site outdoor space and don’t need to be within immediate walking distance of downtown.
Hotel Jerome has 99 character-rich rooms and suites that reflect its 1889 heritage.
Hotel Jerome is for travelers who want historic character and a variety of suite sizes right in town.
Aspen Meadows offers 98 air-conditioned rooms and a selection of junior and deluxe suites.
Aspen Meadows suits guests who want suite-style layouts and accessible room options on a resort campus.
Hotel Jerome offers a cluster of dining and drinking venues, anchored by Prospect.
Pick Hotel Jerome for more on-site culinary variety and notable, award-recognized dining.
Aspen Meadows centers most dining at West End Social with a bar/lounge and limited room service.
Aspen Meadows fits travelers who need straightforward on-site dining and are likely to eat off property or in event settings.
Hotel Jerome has a heated outdoor courtyard pool and hot tub that guests use year-round.
Hotel Jerome’s pool is a downtown adults-focused soaking spot rather than a large swim facility.
Aspen Meadows provides an outdoor pool and hot tub plus extensive outdoor sports facilities across its grounds.
Aspen Meadows is better if you want more outdoors sports options and larger grounds for recreation.
Hotel Jerome’s Yarrow (Auberge Spa) and multiple bars lend a compact wellness + nightlife mix.
Hotel Jerome blends a small full-service spa with immediate downtown nightlife.
Aspen Meadows focuses on on-site recreation, wellness treatments and larger meeting facilities.
Aspen Meadows is the practical choice for groups and guests who prioritize outdoor sports and larger meeting or event space.

Hotel Jerome — steps from Main Street, Aspen Mountain and the Aspen Art Museum.

Aspen Meadows — large conference center (22,001 sq ft / 2,044 m²) and multiple meeting rooms.

Hotel Jerome — multiple bars and restaurants, including Prospect (Michelin Guide Recommended).

Aspen Meadows — five outdoor tennis courts, mountain biking and hiking trails on site.
Hotel Jerome — it’s in downtown Aspen within a short walk of Aspen Mountain and the Silver Queen Gondola.
Aspen Meadows — the supplier listing shows a large conference center with about 22,001 sq ft (2,044 m²) and five meeting rooms.
Yes. Both properties welcome children of all ages.
Supplier materials note massages and body treatments at Aspen Meadows but do not publish a spa name.
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