The saying goes that you can never book too early, but is that really true? When it comes to ski season here in Park City, both locals and visitors take preparing for it seriously. You will want to find the best ways to locate deals for vacation rentals to help save on the overall cost of your trip. Take a look at the ways to find the best deals for your Park City vacation rental just in time for the Park City ski season:
Know When to Book
The saying we mentioned is only somewhat accurate, as it always depends on when you book to find a great deal. When it comes to rental prices here in Park City, you will find that the prices will jump up in the months leading up to the ski season. The best way to plan early for your trip is to book early. Most experts recommend booking six to ten months in advance to secure the most affordable properties. You will notice that the months after this will lead to increased prices as the demand increases closer to the season. Another great way to secure a deal on your Park City rental is by finding a last-minute booking. You will find that many of our vacation rental owners will drop down their rental prices to help fill in any gaps in their calendar. You can look for your property a week or two before your trip is planned. Many of our guests report success when finding a last-minute property.
Watch Out for Peak Weeks
You will find that Park City is like other travel destinations that feature peak seasons throughout the year. Our ski season is always the most popular time to visit Park City, but there are even more peak times during the season. If you want to find the best deal on your vacation rental, make sure you are not booking during a peak time. The holiday season of Christmas through New Year’s always sees some of our highest prices for properties. Other peak times during the winter you will want to avoid include Sundance Film Festival in mid to late January and Presidents’ Day Weekend in mid-February. Some times you may wish to try to visit include just after the Sundance Film Festival or sometime in early March. These parts of the winter season are typically when the crowds start to thin out and you will see a slight dip in rental prices. And even better, during this time you should see shorter lines at the ski lift!
Book with a Group
Whenever you are planning a group trip to Park City, you will find that booking multiple properties can quickly add up no matter if it is peak season or not. Help on the overall cost of your stay by instead booking a larger property that can house the entire group. Doing this will greatly help decrease the overall cost of the stay per person. You will find great deals on larger homes, as they are not as often booked as smaller properties. Booking in a group will also help save on your trip as you can prepare group meals together and split on extra costs of your stay.
Book an Extended Stay
One of the best ways to find a great deal on your vacation rental is by enjoying an extended stay here in Park City. This option can initially scare off most renters, but you will find that it can save money on your rental. Many vacation rentals will offer a weekly or extended stay discount that drops the price of the rental each night for the longer you stay. Whenever you are looking at a property and think it is too much adjust the length of your stay to be longer and see if the nightly rate drops down. This is great for groups who want to find a reason to stay and ski just a bit longer than they originally agreed to.
Book a Mid-Week Stay
Most vacation rentals have their highest rates on the weekend that will quickly drive up the costs of your visit. One final great way to find a deal is by booking for your rental during the week. If you stay at your property midweek, you will find a cheaper rate. This is also great to help you avoid crowds during the weekend, meaning more time on the slopes instead of waiting in line.
Book Today for Your Winter Park Stay
Take advantage of these ways to secure a great day on your vacation rental just in time for the Park City ski season. Our vacation rentals are second to none and will have you be just steps away from the nearest ski slope.
