Steamboat Springs travel guide
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You're Going to Love Steamboat Springs
With a population of 12,088, Steamboat Springs is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Steamboat Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Steamboat Springs
If you’re looking for affordable options, Harwigs (911 Lincoln Ave) and Ragnars (2305 Mount Werner Cir) are great picks.
When to visit Steamboat Springs
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Steamboat Springs in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1.4 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Steamboat Springs, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.
How to Get to Steamboat Springs
Plane
Although Steamboat Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hayden Yampa Valley (HDN), which is located 20 miles from Steamboat Springs. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Steamboat Springs departs from Denver and takes around 1h 01m.
Car
Another option to get to Steamboat Springs is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 110 miles from Steamboat Springs. You’ll find branches of Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Denver.
Airlines serving Steamboat Springs
Where to stay in Steamboat Springs
Average rates range from around $340 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $637 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nordic Lodge of Steamboat and The Bristol By Magnuson Worldwide.
Where to stay in popular areas of Steamboat Springs
Most booked hotels in Steamboat Springs
Renting a car in Steamboat Springs
Renting a car in Steamboat Springs costs $95 per day, on average, or $189 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, 6% more expensive than at Hayden Yampa Valley.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Steamboat Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Steamboat Springs is Standard (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.