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 Chicago and takes around 2h 38m.

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 Ace, 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 Chicago and takes around 2h 38m.

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 Ace, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Winter Park

Airlines serving Winter Park

Lufthansa
Good (8,212 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,066 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,553 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (956 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,194 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,608 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,534 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,480 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,599 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,387 reviews)
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Where to stay in Winter Park

Average rates range from around $244 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $176 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Winter Park

Most booked hotels in Winter Park

Hideaway Mountain Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (9.4, 691 reviews)
$137+
Winter Park Chateau
4 stars
Excellent (9, 190 reviews)
$106+
Valley Hi Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 361 reviews)
$121+
Zephyr Mountain Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 208 reviews)
$153+
Best Western Alpenglo Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 591 reviews)
$152+
Gravity Haus Winter Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 107 reviews)
$134+

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, 48% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

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, 48% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.