Aspen's 1889 Victorian hotel — Auberge's mountain flagship with Prospect restaurant and the historic J-Bar.
BrandAuberge Resorts Collection
DestinationAspen
RegionNorth America
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingMountain
Best ForRepeat Auberge guests collecting properties, ski-focused travelers who want downtown walkability, couples seeking Victorian architecture over contemporary mountain design.
PrivacyMedium
ServiceFull Concierge
ButlerOn-Request
Private PoolNone
Hotel Jerome opened in 1889 as Aspen's first luxury hotel, a Victorian-era property that has anchored the town through its silver-mining boom, mid-century ski-resort transformation, and current luxury-destination status. Auberge Resorts Collection acquired and renovated the property, maintaining the
Key Features
Prospect restaurant
J-Bar
spa
outdoor pool
fitness center
event spaces
proximity to skiing and hiking
pet-friendly accommodations
Dining
Prospect - Elevated American cuisine
J-Bar - Historic bar with casual dining
Signature Experience
J-Bar at après-ski hour — the 1889 bar that has served every era of Aspen's history, now operating as both hotel bar and town gathering point.
Auberge's only mountain property, with 1889 Victorian architecture and downtown Aspen location that puts guests at the base of the ski mountain rather than requiring shuttle transfers from outlying luxury properties.
Signature Suite: Presidential Suite
Expansive living area, fireplace, private balcony with mountain views, luxurious bathroom
Best time: December through March for skiing — Christmas and President's Week deliver peak snow conditions. June and September offer extraordinary summer luxury with hiking, music festivals, and pristine mountain air.
Demand: A true two-season destination. Winter peak December through March commands the highest rates. Summer sees a distinct second peak in June and July for festival season and mountain activities.
Pricing: Christmas week and President's Week in February command absolute premium pricing, often 3x base rates. Late January and early March offer strong conditions at meaningfully lower prices.
Insider tip: The Food & Wine Classic in June and the Aspen Ideas Festival draw an elite global crowd that rivals Davos. Book properties 6-12 months ahead for these periods — demand is exceptional.
Avoid: November before snowfall and April after ski season closes are transitional months with limited appeal and many properties closed for maintenance.
