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

Winter Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Winter Park

With a population of 999, Winter Park is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Winter Park deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Winter Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, Deno's Mountain Bistro (78911 US Hwy 40) and The Grill at A-Frame Club (1008 Winter Park Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Winter Park

Winter Park in April
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Winter Park in April
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Winter Park in July, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Winter Park, with an average rainfall of 1.8″.

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How to Get to Winter Park

Plane

Although Winter Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 58 miles from Winter Park. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Air Canada, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Winter Park departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Winter Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 43 miles from Winter Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Denver.

Plane

Although Winter Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 58 miles from Winter Park. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Air Canada, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Winter Park departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Winter Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 43 miles from Winter Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Winter Park

Airlines serving Winter Park

Lufthansa
Good (8,108 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,533 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,093 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,439 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,986 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,618 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,929 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,291 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,313 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,613 reviews)
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Where to stay in Winter Park

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Alpenglo Lodge and The Viking Lodge - Downtown Winter Park Colorado.

Where to stay in popular areas of Winter Park

Most booked hotels in Winter Park

Hideaway Mountain Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (9.4, 662 reviews)
$137+
Valley Hi Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 361 reviews)
$128+
Best Western Alpenglo Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 587 reviews)
$155+
Zephyr Mountain Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 203 reviews)
$170+
Gravity Haus Winter Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 103 reviews)
$104+
Pines at Meadow Ridge
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, 38 reviews)
$131+

Renting a car in Winter Park

Renting a car in Winter Park costs $111 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Winter Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44.

Renting a car in Winter Park costs $111 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Winter Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44.