Sault Ste Marie travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sault Ste Marie

Sault Ste Marie is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Sault Ste Marie deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Sault Ste Marie

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gino's Fired Up Ktichen (1076 Great Northern Rd) and View Restaurant + Bar (208 St Mary's River Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Sault Ste Marie

Sault Ste Marie in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sault Ste Marie in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sault Ste Marie

Plane

When flying to Sault Ste Marie, you’ll arrive at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sault Ste Marie from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Sault Ste Marie is to pick up a car rental from Sudbury, which is about 257 km from Sault Ste Marie. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget, among others, in Sudbury.

Bus

Ontario Northland operates bus routes to Sault Ste Marie. The most popular bus station is Sault Ste Marie 503 Trunk St, located 5 km from downtown Sault Ste Marie. Sault Ste Marie is also a commonly used station, and is 14 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Sault Ste Marie, you’ll arrive at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sault Ste Marie from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Sault Ste Marie is to pick up a car rental from Sudbury, which is about 257 km from Sault Ste Marie. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget, among others, in Sudbury.

Bus

Ontario Northland operates bus routes to Sault Ste Marie. The most popular bus station is Sault Ste Marie 503 Trunk St, located 5 km from downtown Sault Ste Marie. Sault Ste Marie is also a commonly used station, and is 14 km from the city center.

Airports near Sault Ste Marie

Airlines serving Sault Ste Marie

Delta
Good (4,592 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,711 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Good (156 reviews)

Where to stay in Sault Ste Marie

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sault Ste. Marie and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sault Ste. Marie ON.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sault Ste Marie

Most booked hotels in Sault Ste Marie

Quattro Suites & Conf. Centre, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 837 reviews)
$102+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 642 reviews)
$139+
Quality Inn & Suites Bay Front
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 903 reviews)
$89+
The Water Tower Inn, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8, 486 reviews)
$116+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sault Ste. Marie ON
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1344 reviews)
$72+

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $48 per day, on average, or $97 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Sault Ste Marie.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Sault Ste Marie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Sault Ste Marie is Premium (RAM Pickup or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $48 per day, on average, or $97 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Sault Ste Marie.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Sault Ste Marie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Sault Ste Marie is Premium (RAM Pickup or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.