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

Montrose travel guide

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You're Going to Love Montrose

With a population of 19.132, Montrose is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Montrose deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Montrose

Montrose in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Montrose in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Montrose in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Montrose, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Montrose

Plane

When flying to Montrose, you’ll arrive at Montrose County (MTJ), which is located 4 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Montrose include United Airlines, Air Canada and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Montrose departs from Denver and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Montrose is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 286 km from Montrose. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Plane

When flying to Montrose, you’ll arrive at Montrose County (MTJ), which is located 4 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Montrose include United Airlines, Air Canada and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Montrose departs from Denver and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Montrose is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 286 km from Montrose. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Airlines serving Montrose

KLM
Good (1,470 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,784 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,284 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,418 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,712 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,029 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,917 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,567 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,572 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,004 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (456 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (680 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,432 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (271 reviews)
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Where to stay in Montrose

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Montrose Inn and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Montrose - Black Canyon Area By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Montrose

Most booked hotels in Montrose

Hampton Inn Montrose
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 275 reviews)
$124+
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Montrose
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 73 reviews)
$140+
Best Western Montrose Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1557 reviews)
$78+
Minecart Motor Lodge
2 stars
Good (7.9, 785 reviews)
$48+
Red Arrow Inn & Suites, a Travelodge by Wyndham
2 stars
Good (6, 1064 reviews)
$44+
Black Canyon Motel
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 815 reviews)
$66+

Renting a car in Montrose

Renting a car in Montrose costs $85 per day, on average, or $169 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, 10% more expensive than at Montrose County.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Montrose (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90.

Renting a car in Montrose costs $85 per day, on average, or $169 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, 10% more expensive than at Montrose County.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Montrose (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90.