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, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Winter Park departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 19m.

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, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Winter Park departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 19m.

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 (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,395 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,224 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,774 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,806 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,357 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,270 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,466 reviews)
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Where to stay in Winter Park

Average rates range from around $216 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $335 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, 660 reviews)
$136+
Winter Park Chateau
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 180 reviews)
$85+
Best Western Alpenglo Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 593 reviews)
$123+
Zephyr Mountain Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 208 reviews)
$153+
Fraser Crossing and Founders Pointe
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 192 reviews)
$152+
Gravity Haus Winter Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 98 reviews)
$100+

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, 43% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.

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, 43% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.