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 January
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Charlottetown in January
Estimated hotel price
$96
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 Seattle and takes around 11h 55m.

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 National, 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 Seattle and takes around 11h 55m.

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 National, 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 (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (367 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (166 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,435 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (350 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 $133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $136 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Charlottetown

Most booked hotels in Charlottetown

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The Sydney Boutique Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, 1032 reviews)
$138+
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Chez Nous
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 267 reviews)
$123+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Charlottetown
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 478 reviews)
$130+
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Rodd Charlottetown
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 990 reviews)
$130+
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Rodd Royalty
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1222 reviews)
$104+
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Dalvay by the Sea Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 28 reviews)
$154+
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Renting a car in Charlottetown

Renting a car in Charlottetown costs $88 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Charlottetown is the Budget 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, 17% more expensive than at Charlottetown.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Charlottetown is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Charlottetown costs $88 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Charlottetown is the Budget 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, 17% more expensive than at Charlottetown.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Charlottetown is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Charlottetown

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$54/day

Compact

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$59/day

Compact SUV
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