Coeur d'Alene travel guide

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You're Going to Love Coeur d'Alene

With a population of 44,137, Coeur d'Alene is a must-see destination in Idaho, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Coeur d'Alene deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Coeur d'Alene

If you’re looking for affordable options, Beverly's (115 S 2nd Street) and Cedars Floating Restaurant - Coeur d'Alene Resort (1 Marina drive) are great picks.

When to visit Coeur d'Alene

Coeur d'Alene in November
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coeur d'Alene in November
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Coeur d'Alene in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.6″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Coeur d'Alene, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to Coeur d'Alene

Plane

Although Coeur d'Alene doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Spokane Airport (GEG), which is located 35 miles from Coeur d'Alene. Pullman Moscow Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Santa Ana and takes around 2h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Coeur d'Alene. The train journey from Coeur d'Alene to Vancouver takes 7h 08m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 7h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Coeur d'Alene is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 30 miles from Coeur d'Alene. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Budget, among others, in Spokane.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Coeur d'Alene using Amtrak or Bus. From Everett, the bus ride to Coeur d'Alene takes 380 miles and will cost you around $65. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $99 for a journey of 460 miles.

Plane

Although Coeur d'Alene doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Spokane Airport (GEG), which is located 35 miles from Coeur d'Alene. Pullman Moscow Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Santa Ana and takes around 2h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Coeur d'Alene. The train journey from Coeur d'Alene to Vancouver takes 7h 08m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 7h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Coeur d'Alene is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 30 miles from Coeur d'Alene. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Budget, among others, in Spokane.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Coeur d'Alene using Amtrak or Bus. From Everett, the bus ride to Coeur d'Alene takes 380 miles and will cost you around $65. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $99 for a journey of 460 miles.

Airports near Coeur d'Alene

Airlines serving Coeur d'Alene

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,619 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,583 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,991 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,752 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (730 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (960 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (58 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coeur d'Alene

Average rates range from around $271 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $339 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Coeur d' Alene and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coeur d'Alene.

Where to stay in popular areas of Coeur d'Alene

Most booked hotels in Coeur d'Alene

Hampton Inn & Suites Coeur d' Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 300 reviews)
$260+
Best Western PLUS Coeur d'Alene Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 264 reviews)
$227+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1040 reviews)
$179+
Comfort Inn & Suites I-90 City Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 877 reviews)
$178+
Triple Play Resort Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, 632 reviews)
$195+
Baymont by Wyndham Coeur D Alene
2 stars
Good (6.8, 702 reviews)
$122+

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $51 per day, on average, or $102 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 54% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Coeur d'Alene (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Standard (Subaru Impreza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda CX-5 or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $51 per day, on average, or $102 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 54% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Coeur d'Alene (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Standard (Subaru Impreza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda CX-5 or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.