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

Steamboat Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Steamboat Springs

With a population of 12,088, Steamboat Springs is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Steamboat Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Steamboat Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Laundry (127 11th St.) and Ore House at The Pine Grove - Steamboat Springs (1465 Pine Grove Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Springs in April
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Steamboat Springs in April
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Steamboat Springs in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1.4 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Steamboat Springs, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Steamboat Springs

Plane

Although Steamboat Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hayden Yampa Valley (HDN), which is located 20 miles from Steamboat Springs. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Steamboat Springs departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 23m.

Car

Another option to get to Steamboat Springs is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 110 miles from Steamboat Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Denver.

Plane

Although Steamboat Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hayden Yampa Valley (HDN), which is located 20 miles from Steamboat Springs. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Steamboat Springs departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 23m.

Car

Another option to get to Steamboat Springs is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 110 miles from Steamboat Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Steamboat Springs

EGEVail Eagle County
ASEAspen Pitkin County
HDNHayden Yampa Valley

Airlines serving Steamboat Springs

Lufthansa
Good (8,121 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,621 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,945 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,868 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,631 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,949 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,478 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,252 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,568 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,057 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,783 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (691 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (649 reviews)
Southwest
Good (4,250 reviews)
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Where to stay in Steamboat Springs

Average rates range from around $345 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $889 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Bristol Hotel and Quality Inn and Suites Steamboat Springs. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Steamboat Springs, with prices from $45 to $4,376 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Steamboat Springs are about 13% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Steamboat Springs by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Steamboat Springs

Most booked hotels in Steamboat Springs

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The Steamboat Grand
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 530 reviews)
$240+
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Holiday Inn Steamboat Springs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 485 reviews)
$112+
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Quality Inn and Suites Steamboat Springs
2 stars
Good (7.7, 707 reviews)
$99+
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Gravity Haus Steamboat
0 stars
Good (7.6, 344 reviews)
$100+
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Legacy Vacation Resorts Steamboat Springs Hilltop
3 stars
Good (7.2, 647 reviews)
$70+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Steamboat Springs
3 stars
Good (7.1, 434 reviews)
$93+
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Renting a car in Steamboat Springs

Renting a car in Steamboat Springs costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Steamboat Springs.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Steamboat Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Steamboat Springs, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Steamboat Springs costs $84 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Steamboat Springs.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Steamboat Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Steamboat Springs, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

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