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4-star hotels in Winter Park
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in Winter Park, Colorado, from downtown condos to lodge-style stays near the resort base area. It is for skiers, couples and families who want a rated, four-star base within reach of the lifts, the town centre and the free Lift shuttle.
Staying in Winter Park
Winter Park sits at approximately 9,000 feet above sea level, with the surrounding mountains rising higher. Downtown mixes restaurants, shops and lodges, and the Amtrak station is part of that central area. Winter Park Resort Base Area is closest to the ski lifts and holds several hotels and condominiums, which suits skiers and riders. Fraser, a few miles north, and Tabernash, a short drive west, offer quieter alternatives with their own dining and services.
The hotels on this list are spread across these areas. Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 is the closest to the centre, at 0.5 km, with Timber Lake 341 and Winter Park Chateau also near downtown. The Iron Horse addresses on Iron Horse Way and Zephyr Way sit at the resort end, around 3.4 to 4.0 km out, while Antler Way, Elk Trail and Nystrom Lane properties fill the ground between. Couples might pick the chateau's fireplace and jacuzzi; families the kitchen-equipped condos; larger groups the 4 and 5 bedroom homes. A car helps beyond the shuttle routes, though many visitors walk and ride the free Lift shuttle.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Winter Park Chateau
405 Lions Gate Drive, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe highest-rated address on this list, Winter Park Chateau pairs its 4-star standing with a guest rating of 4.9 from 342 reviews in a location 1.4 km from the centre. A balcony and terrace, a fireplace and a jacuzzi give it a lodge-like feel, and guests travelling with pets are welcome. Skiing and bike rental service are on hand for days on the slopes and trails, while the restaurant, bar and room service cover the evenings. It suits couples and families who want a full-service base close to town.
See Winter Park ChateauIron Horse by Stay Winter Park
310 313 Iron Horse Way, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIron Horse by Stay Winter Park is a 4-star property with a guest rating of 4.2 from 185 reviews, set 4.0 km from the centre. Kitchens with a dishwasher and microwave, plus a balcony, make it practical for longer stays and self-catering. An outdoor pool and a spa give the days off the mountain some structure. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and a lift serves the building. It works well for families or small groups who prefer apartment-style space over a traditional hotel room.
See Iron Horse by Stay Winter ParkKings Crossing Townhome 4 by Stay Winter Park Winter Park
151 Kings Crossing Rd, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereKings Crossing Townhome 4 is a 4-star townhome 2.0 km from the centre, rated 4.2 by 132 guests. The facilities are deliberately simple: free wifi and free car parking, with multilingual staff on hand. That makes it a straightforward choice for travellers who want their own space and a car in Winter Park rather than a long list of on-site services. Best suited to guests planning to spend their time outdoors and return to a quiet base.
See Kings Crossing Townhome 4 by Stay Winter Park Winter ParkZephyr Mountain Lodge 2703 3 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodgi
201 Zephyr Way Unit 2703, Winter Park, United States
Why stay hereZephyr Mountain Lodge 2703 offers a 3-bedroom holiday home with a 4-star classification, 3.4 km from the centre. Each unit has a bathroom and a DVD player, and the property is small, with a total of 1 to 50 rooms. It suits groups or families who want separate bedrooms and the run of a holiday home rather than hotel services, and who are happy to be a short drive from the middle of Winter Park.
See Zephyr Mountain Lodge 2703 3 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park LodgiTimber Lake 341 by Stay Winter Park
341 Timber Lake Way, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTimber Lake 341 by Stay Winter Park is a 4-star property 1.1 km from the centre, one of the closest on this list. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, multilingual staff are available, and the property is wheelchair accessible. Guests who need step-free access and a location near the middle of town get both here. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-placed base for a Winter Park stay with their own car.
See Timber Lake 341 by Stay Winter ParkLakota Antlers 200 5 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company
200 Antler Way, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereLakota Antlers 200 is a 5-bedroom holiday home classified 4-star, 2.7 km from the centre. It includes a conference hall and a restaurant, and lifts serve the building; pets are not allowed. The bedroom count makes it a natural fit for large families or a group of friends travelling together who want everyone under one roof. Business groups needing meeting space will also find the conference hall useful.
See Lakota Antlers 200 5 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging CompanyBase Camp 480 4 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company
480 Iron Horse Way, Winter Park, United States
Why stay hereBase Camp 480 is a 4-bedroom holiday home with a 4-star classification, 4.1 km from the centre. Skiing is the facility the property lists, which points to its role as a practical base for days on the mountain rather than a full-service resort. Choose it if you want space and a slope-oriented stay a short drive from the centre of Winter Park.
See Base Camp 480 4 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging CompanyEagle Wind Lodge 5 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company
840 Elk Trail, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Pool bar
Why stay hereEagle Wind Lodge is a 5-bedroom holiday home rated 4-star, 1.2 km from the centre, so it combines a large house with a location close to town. The listed facility is a pool bar, giving the property a social, resort-like touch. With 5 bedrooms it suits a big group, an extended family or several couples travelling together who want room to spread out and a short trip into Winter Park.
See Eagle Wind Lodge 5 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging CompanyDreamcatcher 9A 4 Br House
175 Dreamcatcher South Unit 9A, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereDreamcatcher 9A is a 4-bedroom house with a 4-star rating, 2.9 km from the centre. A kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator, a fireplace and a patio make it comfortable for longer stays, and there is a sauna plus free wifi and free car parking. The property is small, with 1 to 50 rooms. It fits families or groups who want to cook in, light the fire in the evening and have a sauna at the end of the day.
See Dreamcatcher 9A 4 Br HouseZephyr Mountain Lodge 2503 2 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodgi
201 Zephyr Way Unit 2503, Winter Park, United States
Why stay hereZephyr Mountain Lodge 2503 is a 2-bedroom holiday home with a 4-star classification, 3.4 km from the centre. Units come with a balcony, a bathroom and a DVD player, and the property holds 1 to 50 rooms. It is a good match for a family or two couples who want a balcony and their own bedrooms without a large resort setup, and who are content to be a short drive from the middle of Winter Park.
See Zephyr Mountain Lodge 2503 2 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park LodgiSlope side Lakota 4br W Hot Tub & Stunning Views 4 Bedroom Townhouse
509 Antler Way, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSlope side Lakota is a 4-bedroom townhouse with a 4-star rating, 2.5 km from the centre. A kitchen with oven and toaster, a fireplace and a patio are backed by an outdoor pool, a spa and a washing machine. Free wifi and free car parking are included. Winter Park is a ski destination, and the name points to slope-side positioning. It suits families and groups who want hot tub time and cooking space after a day outdoors.
See Slope side Lakota 4br W Hot Tub & Stunning Views 4 Bedroom TownhouseSnowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 by Stay Winter Park Winter Park
79114 Us Hwy 40 #A 33, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSnowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 sits just 0.5 km from the centre, the closest address on this list, and holds a 4-star classification. An indoor pool, a jacuzzi and a sauna-style spa setup are among the draws, alongside a kitchen with dishwasher and oven and a fireplace. Skiing and fishing are both listed. Free wifi and free car parking are provided. It suits guests who want to park the car and walk into Winter Park.
See Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 by Stay Winter Park Winter ParkThe Iron Horse Resort By Alderwood
101 Iron Horse Way Winter Park 80482, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereThe Iron Horse Resort By Alderwood is a 4-star property 4.0 km from the centre with a restaurant, a bar and a business centre, plus a meeting room for those combining work with the trip. A swimming pool, a sauna and a spa cover the downtime, and laundry service, a safe and parking are available. It works for business travellers and for guests who want a resort with a pool and dining on site rather than a self-catering unit.
See The Iron Horse Resort By AlderwoodBase Village Loft
Nystrom Lane Unit 113 Winter Parkcolorado 80482, Winter Park, United States
Why stay hereBase Village Loft is a 4-star property 3.5 km from the centre. The data lists no facilities for this address, so the appeal rests on its classification and its position outside the middle of town. It is best treated as a base for guests who expect to be out in Winter Park for most of the day and want a straightforward place to return to, rather than one chosen for on-site amenities.
See Base Village LoftNew Luxury Loft #16 With Huge Hot Tub & Great Views 500 Dollars Of FREE Activities & Equipment Rentals Daily
78321 Us Hwy 40 #16, Winter Park, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereNew Luxury Loft #16 is a 4-star loft 1.7 km from the centre with an unusually broad set of facilities: an indoor pool, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a spa and a fitness centre, plus a kids pool and a playground for families. A bar and restaurant, a shuttle service and concierge support the stay, and skiing, tennis and mini golf are all listed. Free wifi and free car parking are included. It suits guests who want plenty to do without leaving the property.
See New Luxury Loft #16 With Huge Hot Tub & Great Views 500 Dollars Of FREE Activities & Equipment Rentals Daily
The shortlist side by side
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Winter Park Chateau pairs a fireplace, jacuzzi and terrace with a 4.9 guest rating from 342 reviews. Iron Horse by Stay Winter Park adds a spa and outdoor pool, and The Iron Horse Resort By Alderwood brings a sauna, spa and swimming pool, both around 4.0 km from the centre.
Winter Park Chateau · Iron Horse by Stay Winter Park · The Iron Horse Resort By Alderwood
For families
Family rooms at Winter Park Chateau and New Luxury Loft #16, whose facilities include a kids pool and playground, suit parents with children. Iron Horse by Stay Winter Park and Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 have kitchens, and Snowblaze also has an indoor pool, jacuzzi and swimming pool.
Winter Park Chateau · Iron Horse by Stay Winter Park · New Luxury Loft #16 With Huge Hot Tub & Great Views 500 Dollars Of FREE Activities & Equipment Rentals Daily · Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 by Stay Winter Park Winter Park
For groups
The larger holiday homes carry the space: Lakota Antlers 200 is a 5 bedroom home with conference space and lifts, while Base Camp 480, Eagle Wind Lodge and Dreamcatcher 9A are 4 bedroom houses. Dreamcatcher 9A adds a sauna and fireplace; Eagle Wind Lodge has a pool bar.
Lakota Antlers 200 5 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company · Base Camp 480 4 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company · Eagle Wind Lodge 5 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company · Dreamcatcher 9A 4 Br House
For skiers
Skiing appears in the facilities at Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33, Base Camp 480, New Luxury Loft #16 and Winter Park Chateau. Snowblaze is 0.5 km from the centre and New Luxury Loft #16, with a shuttle service and hot jacuzzi, is 1.7 km out, putting both within easy reach of the resort.
Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 by Stay Winter Park Winter Park · Base Camp 480 4 Bedroom Holiday Home by Winter Park Lodging Company · New Luxury Loft #16 With Huge Hot Tub & Great Views 500 Dollars Of FREE Activities & Equipment Rentals Daily · Winter Park Chateau
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Winter Park is reachable by car via US Highway 40 from Denver, a drive of about 90 minutes depending on traffic and weather. The Amtrak Winter Park Express runs seasonal train service from Denver Union Station directly to the Winter Park Resort, typically on weekends in winter. Once in town, the free Lift shuttle connects downtown, the resort and nearby lodging areas. A car is useful for exploring beyond the immediate area, but many visitors rely on the shuttle and the walkable districts.
When to go
Winter is the most popular time, for skiing and snowboarding, typically from late November through April. Summer, from June to September, brings hiking, mountain biking and wildflower viewing. Spring and fall are quieter, with variable weather and fewer services. Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park is usually open only from late May to October.
Questions, answered
What is the elevation of Winter Park?
Winter Park sits at approximately 9,000 feet above sea level, and the surrounding mountains reach higher elevations. The hotels on this list range from 0.5 km to 4.1 km from the centre, so altitudes vary little between them.
Is there public transportation in Winter Park?
Yes. The free Lift shuttle connects downtown, the resort and various lodging areas, and Amtrak offers seasonal train service from Denver. That makes the downtown and resort-area hotels practical without a car.
Which hotels are closest to the centre?
Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 is 0.5 km from the centre, Timber Lake 341 is 1.1 km, Eagle Wind Lodge is 1.2 km and Winter Park Chateau is 1.4 km. New Luxury Loft #16 follows at 1.7 km.
Which hotels suit skiers?
Skiing is listed among the facilities at Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33, Base Camp 480, New Luxury Loft #16 and Winter Park Chateau. The resort base area addresses on Iron Horse Way and Zephyr Way are the closest to the lifts.
Do any hotels have a pool?
Yes. Iron Horse by Stay Winter Park has an outdoor pool, Snowblaze Condos Building A Unit 33 has an indoor pool, and New Luxury Loft #16 lists an indoor pool, kids pool and swimming pool. The Iron Horse Resort By Alderwood also has a swimming pool.
Are pets allowed?
Winter Park Chateau lists pets allowed among its facilities. Lakota Antlers 200 states pets not allowed. Other hotels on the list do not say either way, so check before booking.
How far is Winter Park from Denver?
Winter Park is about 90 minutes by car from Denver via US Highway 40, depending on traffic and weather. Seasonal Amtrak service also links Denver Union Station with the resort on winter weekends.
What can families do in summer?
Summer activities include mountain biking, hiking, fishing and scenic gondola rides at Winter Park Resort, and the surrounding national forest offers more outdoor recreation. Hotels such as New Luxury Loft #16 add a playground and kids pool.