Review of Aspen Snowmass and surrounds for families
Written by Gareth a Skier from Sydney, Australia
14/2/2012
Snowmass is an excellent ski area with something for everyone. "X factor" steeps for experts, great beginner areas (with variety) and more cruisers and trees than you could ever hope for. It is also close by to the much smaller mountains Aspen and Aspen Highlands which are far more suited to strong skiers and Buttermilk which is just for learners and crowd free powder days.
We stayed at Viceroy which was luxurious and in great location. Only disappointment was small rooms and pitiful gym.
Restaurants were first class however and valet ski facilities fantastic for families.
Kids have their boots personally fitted each morning...less headaches for Mum and Dad!
Snowmass is very quiet at night however "Adult dinners" at Aspen village were worth the half an hour shuttle in with some great restaurants and bars.