Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Estes Park travel guide

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With a population of 5.858, Estes Park is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Estes Park to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Estes Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Dunraven at the Estes Park Resort (1700 Big Thompson Ave.) and Seven Keys Lodge (4900 Co-7) are great picks.

When to visit Estes Park

Estes Park in December
Estimated hotel price
€100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Estes Park in December
Estimated hotel price
€100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Estes Park in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 50 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Estes Park, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Estes Park

Plane

Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 92 km from Estes Park. The shortest flight to Estes Park from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 9h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Estes Park. The train journey from Estes Park to Grand Junction takes 8h 34m and costs around €85 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about €88 for a 9h 31m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 84 km from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Estes Park, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Albuquerque, the bus ride to Estes Park takes 877 km and will cost you around €80. From Omaha, the ticket costs about €88 for a journey of 998 km.

Plane

Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 92 km from Estes Park. The shortest flight to Estes Park from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 9h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Estes Park. The train journey from Estes Park to Grand Junction takes 8h 34m and costs around €85 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about €88 for a 9h 31m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 84 km from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Estes Park, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Albuquerque, the bus ride to Estes Park takes 877 km and will cost you around €80. From Omaha, the ticket costs about €88 for a journey of 998 km.

Airports near Estes Park

DENDenver Intl
CYSCheyenne
LARLaramie Gen. Brees Field

Airlines serving Estes Park

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,542 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,995 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,489 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,037 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,775 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,005 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,992 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,396 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,386 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,284 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,550 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,227 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,044 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,389 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (884 reviews)
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Where to stay in Estes Park

Average rates range from around €295 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €200 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins and Ymca Of The Rockies Estes Park. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Estes Park, with prices from €35 to €888 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Estes Park are about 43% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Estes Park

Most booked hotels in Estes Park

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Murphy's Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€67+
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Estes Mountain Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€63+
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Alpine Trail Ridge Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
€71+
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Discovery Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
€63+
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Hiring a car in Estes Park

Expect to pay €0.78 per litre in Estes Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €9.35 and €12.47. The most frequently booked car type in Estes Park is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Tucson or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €0.78 per litre in Estes Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €9.35 and €12.47. The most frequently booked car type in Estes Park is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Tucson or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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