In 2002, Kimpton Hotels took a dated spot right on the base of Aspen Mountain and crafted a definitively Aspen boutique hotel with personality and color to spare. The small rooms were redecorated in 2012 with a nod to the 1969 Robert Redford ski-racing flick “Downhill Racer.” The headboards resemble retro ski sweaters, furnishings are colorful and quirky, and the carpet pattern was inspired by fresh ski tracks. Off the lobby are the standout outdoor pool—a vision of rock and mountain views, perfect for real and would-be celebrities alike—and the popular bar, 39 Degrees.