Hotel Lenado

Location. The Hotel Lenado is located in Aspen, Colo., next to Francis Whitaker Park and across the street from Paepcke Park. Aspen's Main Street is two blocks from the property. Skiing at the Aspen Highlands is three miles away.
Features. A dramatic, two-stone fireplace is the focal point of the lobby, which also features exposed wood beams, large windows and sitting areas. The nearby Aspen Mountains provide an impressive backdrop, which is best seen from the inn's rooftop spa tub. Markham's, the inn's bar, serves cocktails and provides complimentary hors d'oeuvres. The bar also offers complimentary lemonade in the summer and complimentary apple cider in the winter. Daily complimentary breakfasts include pancakes, cooked- to-order eggs and fruit. Heated boot lockers and ski storage are available. Guest parking is complimentary. The Hotel Lenado is a smoke-free property.

Guestrooms. This small inn features 19 individually decorated guestrooms with rustic decor. Beds come with down comforters. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Other amenities are Bose Wave CD players/radios, premium channels and DVD players or VCR players. Housekeeping, offered twice daily, includes turndown service. All guestrooms are nonsmoking.

Expert Tip. Because the Hotel Lenado doesn't have a restaurant, guests will have to venture into town for lunch or dinner. One favorite local hangout is Little Annie's Eating House, which serves steak, seafood and vegetarian friendly options. One of its specialties is "a shot and a beer," which the establishment proudly proclaims is still only $2.75.