Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Vail to see all of its attractions.

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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
$575
1 night at 3-star hotel
Vail in May
Estimated hotel price
$575
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 29 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Vail is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 74 miles from Vail. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Denver.

Plane

When flying to Vail, you’ll arrive at Vail Eagle County (EGE), which is located 29 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Vail is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 74 miles from Vail. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Denver.

Airlines serving Vail

Lufthansa
Good (8,266 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,249 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,254 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,633 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,672 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,301 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,009 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,539 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,729 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,511 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,383 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,623 reviews)
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Where to stay in Vail

From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort and Residences 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 $873 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $751 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 $59 to $7,328 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Vail are about 30% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Vail

Most booked hotels in Vail

Sonnenalp
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$420+
The Arrabelle At Vail Square
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$515+
Tivoli Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$244+
The Lodge at Vail, a RockResort by Vail Resorts
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$390+
Evergreen Lodge at Vail
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$205+

Hiring a car in Vail

Expect to pay $2.25 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 $26.94 and $35.92. The most frequently booked car type in Vail is Premium (BMW X3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Class Full-size Car or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.25 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 $26.94 and $35.92. The most frequently booked car type in Vail is Premium (BMW X3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Class Full-size Car or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.