Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Charlottetown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Charlottetown

With a population of 42,402, Charlottetown is the largest city in Prince Edward Island, Canada by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Charlottetown deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Charlottetown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Clam Diggers Beach House and Restaurant (6864 Water St Highway 311) and Mavor's Restaurant and Bar (145 Richmond Street) are great picks.

When to visit Charlottetown

Charlottetown in November
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Charlottetown in November
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Charlottetown

Plane

When flying to Charlottetown, you’ll arrive at Charlottetown (YYG), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Charlottetown from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 7h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Charlottetown is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 112 miles from Charlottetown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Charlottetown W.A. Murphy Student Centre, located 1.4 miles from downtown Charlottetown. Charlottetown Bus Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Charlottetown, you’ll arrive at Charlottetown (YYG), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Charlottetown from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 7h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Charlottetown is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 112 miles from Charlottetown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Charlottetown W.A. Murphy Student Centre, located 1.4 miles from downtown Charlottetown. Charlottetown Bus Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Airports near Charlottetown

YQMMoncton Intl
YYGCharlottetown
YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Charlottetown

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
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Where to stay in Charlottetown

From 5-star hotels such as the The Great George to great affordable options like the Quality Inn & Suites Downtown, Charlottetown offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $153 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Glendenning Hall at Holland College and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlottetown.

Where to stay in popular areas of Charlottetown

Most booked hotels in Charlottetown

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Sydney Boutique Inn & Suites
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 898 reviews)
$145+
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Chez Nous
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 194 reviews)
$91+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Charlottetown
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 427 reviews)
$125+
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Rodd Charlottetown
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 944 reviews)
$121+
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Rodd Royalty
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1199 reviews)
$103+
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Dalvay by the Sea Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 29 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in Charlottetown

Renting a car in Charlottetown costs $86 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Charlottetown is the Thrifty branch at 250 Maple Hills Avenue, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Charlottetown.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Charlottetown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Charlottetown, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Charlottetown costs $86 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Charlottetown is the Thrifty branch at 250 Maple Hills Avenue, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Charlottetown.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Charlottetown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Charlottetown, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Charlottetown

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$43/day

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Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$53/day

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