Aspen Meadows Resort, Aspen, Colo., launched its partnership with the Salamander Collection brand. The resort also opens a new restaurant on-property, West End Social. Salamander has been managing the property since 2022 and collaboratively oversaw the latest renovation work alongside the resort’s owner, the Aspen Institute.
Open for the ski season, the re-designed and re-concepted West End Social has 270-degree views of Aspen’s mountains and an approachable menu, designed by chef de cuisine Rachel Saxton. There is an openness and warmth to the redesign which plays off the scenery of Aspen’s ski mountains. With an unobstructed view, the large outdoor deck is designed for après drinks and dining. To appeal to all types of dining experiences, the same menu will be served in the dining room, at the bar and outdoors. Seasonal, live entertainment will also be a staple on the patio.
The resort’s reception area and bar have also been renovated to create a brighter and more welcoming environment. Aspen Meadows engaged restaurant design company Bentel & Bentel to reimagine each space while honoring the deep legacy of Herbert Bayer, the influential artist, sculptor and architect who designed the iconic campus in the Bauhaus style between 1953 and 1973.
“It is my goal to connect with people on a personal level and for each Salamander property to feel like a home,” Sheila Johnson, Salamander Collection founder and CEO, said in a statement. “The conclusion of the latest enhancements marks the perfect time to launch this iconic property with Salamander Collection. We have enjoyed working collaboratively with the Aspen Institute to elevate what’s special about Aspen Meadows, and we look forward to welcoming new and returning guests to enjoy the improvements.”