Awards

While we prefer not to blow our own horn, we are proud to say that the industry has been very kind in its praise.

JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION

Element 47 has been nominated for "Most Outstanding Wine Program" multiple times. In 2000 (finalist), 2011 (finalist), 2014 (finalist), 2016 (semi-finalist), 2018 (finalist), 2019 (semi-finalist) 2020 (semi-finalist), 2022 (finalist). In 1997, George Mahaffey, executive chef at The Little Nell, was named Best Chef Southwest.

Forbes Travel Guide

Recipient of the prestigious Forbes Five-Star Award for 2022, marking the 26th consecutive year to receive this designation as "one of the best hotels in the world." The Little Nell was also rated Best Ski In/Ski Out Hotel in Aspen in 2023 by Forbes.

AAA FIVE-DIAMOND

Recipient of the prestigious American Automobile Association's (AAA) Five Diamond Award since 1991, "for uncompromising standards of excellence in all aspects of the operation."

US News & World Report

The Little Nell has been ranked among the top 50 "Best Hotels in the US" since 2014. In 2021, it was named #12 for "Best Hotels in the U.S." and #1 in Colorado and Aspen; in 2022, it was named #13 for "Best Hotels in the U.S." and #1 in Colorado and Aspen; in 2023, it was named #23 in "Best U.S. Resorts" and #2 in Colorado, #1 in Aspen.

Wine Spectator

Recipient of the Grand Award for having an exceptional wine program since 1997, the highest distinction by this discerning publication.

WINE ENTHUSIAST

Recognized as one of "America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants" since 2011. Named to Wine Enthusiast's inaugural Hall of Fame list since 2018.

World of Fine Wine

The recipient of the "Best Hotel Wine List in the World" award in 2023, after having first been recognized for "Best Hotel Wine List in North America." Wine lists are judged according to a rigorous protocol by independent, international panels of leading professionals and celebrate the world’s very best wine lists.

TRAVEL + LEISURE

The Little Nell has often been recognized by Travel + Leisure in their annual World's Best Awards, The Little Nell was ranked #8 for "Best Resort Hotels in the American West" in 2020 and named to the T+L 500 in 2021 and 2023, which recognizes the top 500 properties in the world. The Little Nell was also voted #3 on the list of 10 Favorite Resorts in Colorado of 2023.

Conde Nast Traveler

The Little Nell is regularly recognized by Conde Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards, having been rated as a top property every year since 2017, most recently as #5 for "Best Hotels in Colorado" in 2023.

DEPARTURES

The Little Nell was recognized in the 2021 Legends' Awards in the category of "8 Most Impressive Ski Resorts in the US."

Colorado Hotel and Lodging Association

In 2017, The Little Nell earned the Good Earthkeeping Award. In 2011, The Nell received the Hospitality Green Award for its work on sustainability, as well as being named the most environmentally responsible hotel in the state.

Trip Advisor

The Little Nell is a favorite of Trip Advisor, which has honored us with the prestigious Certificate of Excellence award since 2010. Named a Trip Advisor 2015 Silver Level GreenLeader for sustainable hotel practices.

Celebrated Living

The Little Nell was named "Top Sporting Hotel in the World" on the 2018 Platinum List and one of the "Best Boutique Hotels Worldwide" in 2016 on the Platinum List for Celebrated Living, American Airlines’ first and business-class in-flight magazine.