Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection USA
Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection
330 East Main Street
Aspen CO 81611,
USA
www.aubergeresorts/hoteljerome.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Auberge Resorts Collection
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
1889
Hotel General Manager
Patrick Davila’s extraordinary background includes over twenty years in luxury hospitality and prolific excellence in theater and film.
Davila has a deep love for history, the arts, travel and adventure that began at a young age. Originally from Mexico City and raised by archeologist parents, his early years were filled with visits to dig sites, museums, theaters and galleries. Today, he is an inspired patron of the arts, having previously been involved with the production of three Broadway shows and the Napa Valley Film Festival, where he served as chairman. Providing others with a well-thought, imaginative experience is second nature to Davila. Also an avid skier and mountain biker, he brings a passion to provide travelers and the local community with a taste of artful mountain living.
Davila joins one of the world’s most celebrated properties directly from another. He was most recently the director of operations and served as interim general manager at Meadowood in Napa Valley, Calif. During this tenure, he served on the advisory board of the Napa Valley Vintners. Prior to his time in Northern California, Davila held leadership positions with Alden Hotels in Houston, Patina Group in Los Angeles, Postrio in San Francisco and Restaurant Daniel and Café Boulud in New York.
Davila holds a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico.
Hotel Positioning
4 Star, 4 Diamond Boutique historic hotel
Development Strategy
Enriching peoples lives and creating uniques experiences.
HOTEL JEROME, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION
History & Story
Completed in 1889, the building was financed by Jerome B. Wheeler, one of Aspen’s most notable entrepreneuers, during the town’s early period of development of the silver mining days. It had the only elevator and public bathroom in town and was one of a few buildings west of the Mississippi River to have full electric lighting.
Date Renewal
In 2012, the hotel underwent a multi-million dollar renovation. Under the direction of designer Todd- Avery Lenahan, the new look reflects the hotel’s storied history with artifacts and decor from every decade since the hotel opened. Examples include the original tile work in the lobby and Chippendale Bar in the J Bar, while guest rooms were upgraded with cashmere curtains and burnished leather headboards.
Date added extensions
The summer of 2018 revealed the latest updates to the hotel including a brand new Courtyard, swimming pool, underground speakeasy bar, Bad Harriet, and 2 three bedroom Residential Style Suites
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Hotel Jerome is perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown Aspen, within walking distance of Ajax Mountain, numerous boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is often described as Aspen’s « crown jewel » with the infamous J Bar and Living Room, where locals and guests love to gather.
Location
Hotel Jerome is located downtown Aspen, conveniently to nearby museums, boutiques, restaurants and parks. The Aspen-Pitkin County Airport is exactly four miles away.
Key sites/activities in the area
Aspen Mountain, Aspen Art Museum, The Aspen Institute, Theatre Aspen
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, The Maroon Bells
Jazz Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Film
Belly up Aspen, Continental Divide on Independence Pass
Fun Facts
Hotel Jerome’s history parallels the town of Aspen. During the height of Colorado’s silver boom, the Hotel Jerome was born of the vision of Jerome B. Wheeler who built the Jerome in 1889 to emulate the great European hotels of the time. Built in the heart of downtown Aspen, the Hotel Jerome was designed to be a paragon of hospitality for its day.
The hotel pioneered new levels of innovation and luxury when it opened in 1889 at the height of Aspen’s boomtown silver-mining era. For decades, the Jerome had the only bathroom in town that was open to the public. It had the only elevator in town and was one of the first buildings west of the Mississippi to have full electric lighting.
During the 1950’s, the hotel became a popular watering hole for writers, avant-garde artists and screen stars, including Gary Cooper, Lana Turner, Hedy LaMarr and John « Duke » Wayne. With the emergence of the Aspen Institute, it was not unusual to find intellectuals, artists and notable industrialists gathered around the swimming pool listening to lectures by Mortimer Adler.
Children’s Corner
Family amenities : Full cribs, pack and play, children’s robes & slippers, stuffed animals, car seats, highchairs, infant soap & shampoo,, baby wipes.
Game room : with Playstation 3, Wii and game library, foosball table, children’s toys, board games, children’s books
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Deluxe King: The Deluxe King guest room offers a king bed, 40” plasma television, desk, and a love seat or lounge chair. The Deluxe King averages 525 square feet and is found primarily in the north wing of the hotel. Bathrooms feature a separate walk-in shower from an oversized bath and a double basin marble vanity.
Premier King: The Premier King guest room offers a king bed, 40” plasma television, lounge chair and desk. The Premier King averages 545 square feet and is exclusive to the original section of the hotel with mountain or town views. The bathroom features a separate walk-in shower from an oversized bath and a double basin marble vanity.
Junior Suite King: The spacious Junior Suite King is a single room suite averaging 650 square feet. This room is furnished with a king bed, 40” plasma television, desk and dining table and chairs. The full living room includes a love seat and coffee table. The bathroom features a separate walk-in shower from an oversized bath and a double basin marble vanity.
Junior Suite Double: The spacious Junior Suite Double is a single room that averages 650 square feet. It is furnished with two queen beds, 40” plasma television, love seat, coffee table, and desk. The bathroom features a separate walk-in shower from an oversized bath and a double basin marble vanity.
One Bedroom Suite: The One Bedroom Suite consists of two rooms – a bedroom and separate living room, together averaging 725 square feet. The bedroom is furnished with a king bed, and a 42” plasma television. The separate living room is furnished with a leather sleeper sofa, oversized desk, dining table, and an additional 40” plasma television. The bathroom features a separate walk-in shower from an oversized bath and a double basin marble vanity.
Executive Suite: The Executive Suites consists of two rooms – a bedroom and separate living room- together averaging 775 square feet. The bedroom is furnished with a king bed, love seat, desk, and a 42” plasma television. The separate living room is furnished with an oversized sofa, lounge chair, desk, bar, powder room, and additional 40” plasma television. In addition, this suite features a dining area with a dining table and chairs. Bathroom features a separate walk-in shower from an oversized bath and a double basin marble vanity.
Presidential Suite: The Presidential Suite consists of two rooms, a Master bedroom with a separate living room and dining area, together averaging 1265 square feet. The Master Bedroom is furnished with a King Bed, Lounge Chair & ottoman, oversized desk, mini bar, and a 42″ plasma television. It also features a private bathroom with a separate walk-in shower from an oversized soaking tub and a double basin marble vanity. The separate living room overlooks Aspen Mountain, and features a dining area with a dining table and chairs as well as a wet bar with mini fridge. The seating area is furnished with a leather sleeper sofa, lounge chairs, and an additional 42” plasma television. It also features a second bathroom complete with a walk-in shower and single basin marble vanity.
Residential Suites: The Residential Suite consists of three-bedroom, three private bathroom residential-style suites just behind The Aspen Timesbuilding. Each 2,000 square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bathroom suite resides on a private floor with space for entertaining, featuring a fireplace, queen sleeper sofa and well-appointed kitchen. The Residential Suites have balcony views facing Aspen “Ajax” Mountain.
- Number of suites: 44
- 650 square feet
- Junior Suite King (24) and Poolside Junior Suite (4) have one king bed
- Junior Suite Double has two queen beds (16)
- Mountain view
- Generous sitting area
- Luxurious design details
- All of the amenities and features of the
deluxe suite
- Number of Luxury rooms: 17
- Start 725 square feet
- One king bed
- Mountain view
- Master bedroom
- Generous living area
- Spacious living area and separate bedroom
- Number of Residential Suites: 5
- 2,000 square feet
- Largest accommodation at Hotel Jerome 6 person maximum
- Two King and Two Twin Beds
- One master bedroom
- Three full bathrooms
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Private elevator entrance
- Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 102
- All rooms get: Twice daily housekeeping services
- Outdoor heated pool and hot tubs
- Complementary in town transportation
- Pick up / Drop off Aspen Airport
- Coffee breaks in lobby (5am-9am)
Restaurants & Bars
Prospect Restaurant: The hotel’s fine-dining restaurant will be reintroduced with a rich new look featuring multiple zones of interest, from intimate banquettes to high-visibility tables and window-side seating offering mountain views. Contemporary interpretations of traditional furnishings include chestnut and cream-colored hardwood flooring, hand-stitched leather chairs and innovative lighting creating sun-infused warmth throughout the day and a sultry ambiance in the evening. The new space showcases the traditionally inspired yet contemporary cuisine of renowned Aspen Chef Rob Zack.
J-Bar: A celebrity and community staple for more than 100 years, the J-Bar is Aspen’s favorite destination for drinks, such as the signature Aspen Crud, and casual fare like lobster cobb and the burger and beer special. The J-Bar has retained its original Chippendale chinoiserie bar. Rugged leather furniture gives the space its familiar rough-and-tumble character beloved by so many, such as Hunter S. Thompson, who held court there in the 1960s and ‘70s.
Living Room: The Living Room is an open, expansive space where guests and locals meet, relax and linger over small plates and drinks.
Bad Harriet: In the basement of the historic Aspen Timesbuilding is Bad Harriet – a sexy new addition to the lively and discerning Aspen social scene. The underground bar, named after the wife of the hotel’s original developer and proprietor, Jerome B. Wheeler, creates a cheeky narrative twist to Harriet’s otherwise well-behaved persona. The moniker will further influence the venue’s playfully mischievous personality and ambience – offering guests a hideaway to sip on richly crafted tipples and savor gourmet nosh.
Felix Roasting Company
Felix Roasting Co. has unveiled its first location outside of New York City at the historic Hotel Jerome. Founded by Matt Moinian and award-winning interior designer Ken Fulk, Felix is a contemporary coffee concept and roasting company from an eclectic team of visionaries set out to redefine coffee culture.The Aspen outpost brings the best of Felix to the Rockies, serving their signature hot and cold beverages, delicate bites and an extensive menu of specialty drinks, each meticulously infused with Felix’s house-made non-dairy milks, proprietary syrups and tonics, and custom spice blends.
The Garden
A social escape with unobstructed views of Aspen Mountain, a moment of respite from the flurry of downtown. The lush landscape of exquisite seasonal blooms creates a visual feast while our culinary garden indulges the palate. The genesis of our epicurean compass is the abundance of unique local microclimates that provide an ever-changing array of fresh produce. The menu gives the kitchen the perfect canvas on which to feature the work of local ranchers, and fishermen alike. Staying true to the “Garden to Glass” philosophy, the cocktail program is designed to highlight the best of the season and showcase the herbs & flowers grown in our own garden.
Wellness
- Heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi
- Fitness center with strength-training equipment, cardiovascular exercise machines
- An intimate Auberge Spa, provides three treatment rooms and a range of massages and skincare services tailored for those who enthusiastically engage in the wide array of Aspen’s outdoor activities. The Auberge Spa exclusively features True Nature Botanicals; a potent all-natural marine-based line which aligns with the spa’s local minerals and healing agents to create enriching luxury spa treatments
Corporate & Celebration Events
- Grand Ballroom 3,521 sq ft
- Wheeler Room 857 sq ft
- Library 643 sq ft
- Dunaway 732 sq ft
- Aspen Times 903 sq ft
- Courtyard 1,600 sq ft
Extra Notable Features
- Plenty of outdoor activities during winter and summer, all of them available to be booked with our concierge team.
Hotel and restaurant Awards
2015-2016 :
*Wine Spectator – July 2016
Best of Award of Excellence – Prospect
*USA Today “10 Uber Romantic Places
that Center Around the Fireplace”
#2 Best Ski Hotels/December 2016
2017 :
- Condé Nast Traveler
Gold List, Favorite Hotels in the World
#10 in Top Hotels in the American West
- U. S. News & World Report
#3 in Best Aspen Hotels
#7 In Best Colorado Hotels
Number of employees
250