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

Vail travel guide

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You're Going to Love Vail

With a population of 5,305, Vail is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Vail has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Vail

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ludwig's (20 Vail Road) and Sweet Basil - Vail (193 East Gore Creek Dr.) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Mountain Standard (193 Gore Creek Drive) and Tavernetta Vail (Vail Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Vail.

When to visit Vail

Vail in May
Estimated hotel price
$636
1 night at 3-star hotel
Vail in May
Estimated hotel price
$636
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Vail in July, when the average temperature is 15 °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 -15 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 61 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Vail, with an average rainfall of 38 mm.

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How to Get to Vail

Plane

When flying to Vail, you’ll arrive at Vail Eagle County (EGE), which is located 47 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Vail from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 58m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Vail Transportation Center, located 0.2 km from the city centre of Vail. Vail is also a commonly used station, and is 128 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Vail, you’ll arrive at Vail Eagle County (EGE), which is located 47 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Vail from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 58m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Vail Transportation Center, located 0.2 km from the city centre of Vail. Vail is also a commonly used station, and is 128 km from the city centre.

Airports near Vail

EGEVail Eagle County
ASEAspen Pitkin County
DENDenver Intl

Airlines serving Vail

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,807 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,314 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,268 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,455 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,830 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,172 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,221 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,092 reviews)
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Where to stay in Vail

From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Vail to great affordable options like the Marriott's StreamSide Evergreen at Vail, A Marriott Vacation Club Resort, Vail offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $973 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $799 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fallridge At Vail and The Sebastian - Vail King Hotel Room. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Vail, with prices from $31 to $4,234 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Vail are about 49% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Vail

Most booked hotels in Vail

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Sitzmark Vail
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$504+
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Woolley's Classic Suites
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$249+
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Grand Hyatt Vail
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$457+
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Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$626+
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Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$178+
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The Lodge at Vail, A RockResort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$422+
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Hiring a car in Vail

Expect to pay $1.74 per litre in Vail (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.78 and $27.70. The most frequently booked car type in Vail is Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.74 per litre in Vail (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.78 and $27.70. The most frequently booked car type in Vail is Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.