Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Basalt travel guide

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You're Going to Love Basalt

With a population of 3,857, Basalt is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Basalt deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Basalt

If you’re looking for affordable options, Free Range Kitchen (22864 Two Rivers Rd) and Tempranillo (165 Midland Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Basalt

Basalt in April
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Basalt in April
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Basalt in July, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3.2 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 1.7″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Basalt, with an average rainfall of 1″.

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How to Get to Basalt

Plane

When flying to Basalt, you’ll arrive at Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Basalt include United Airlines, American Airlines and Air New Zealand. The shortest domestic flight to Basalt departs from Billings and takes around 3h 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Basalt is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 112 miles from Basalt. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Plane

When flying to Basalt, you’ll arrive at Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Basalt include United Airlines, American Airlines and Air New Zealand. The shortest domestic flight to Basalt departs from Billings and takes around 3h 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Basalt is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 112 miles from Basalt. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Basalt

GJTGrand Junction Regnl
EGEVail Eagle County
ASEAspen Pitkin County

Airlines serving Basalt

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,505 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,448 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,891 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,641 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,130 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (946 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,054 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,819 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Basalt

Most booked hotels in Basalt

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The Little Nell
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, 74 reviews)
$1,201+
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Viceroy Snowmass
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 200 reviews)
$415+
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Element Basalt - Aspen
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 139 reviews)
$172+
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The St. Regis Aspen Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 71 reviews)
$1,109+
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St Moritz Lodge and Condominiums
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1124 reviews)
$171+
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The Hoffmann Hotel Basalt Aspen, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 65 reviews)
$157+
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Renting a car in Basalt

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Basalt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Basalt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

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