Estes Park travel guide
Estes Park Tourism | Estes Park Guide
You're Going to Love Estes Park
With a population of 5,858, Estes Park is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Estes Park to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Estes Park
If you’re looking for affordable options, Seven Keys Lodge (4900 Co-7) and Twin Owls Steakhouse (3110 South Saint Vrain Avenue Estes Park, CO) are great picks.
When to visit Estes Park
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.
How to Get to Estes Park
Plane
Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 27 miles from Estes Park. The shortest flight to Estes Park from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 11h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 52 miles from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Avis and Ace, among others, in Denver.
Airlines serving Estes Park
Where to stay in Estes Park
Average rates range from around €261 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €335 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Boulder Brook On Fall River and The Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Estes Park, with prices from €36 to €1,401 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Estes Park are about 2% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Estes Park
Most booked hotels in Estes Park
Hiring a car in Estes Park
Expect to pay €1.13 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 €13.55 and €18.06. The most frequently booked car type in Estes Park is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.