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 New York and takes around 6h 50m.

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 New York and takes around 6h 50m.

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

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,532 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,996 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,030 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,773 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,999 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,479 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,388 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,658 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (861 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,367 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,040 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (368 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,033 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (377 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,464 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (174 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
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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 $116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $120 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Glendenning Hall and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlottetown By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Charlottetown

Most booked hotels in Charlottetown

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Chez Nous
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 275 reviews)
$138+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Charlottetown, PEI
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 492 reviews)
$112+
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Rodd Charlottetown
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1005 reviews)
$116+
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Rodd Royalty
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1236 reviews)
$81+
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The Arts Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 688 reviews)
$94+
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Dalvay by the Sea Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 24 reviews)
$145+
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Renting a car in Charlottetown

Renting a car in Charlottetown costs $75 per day, on average, or $151 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 $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Charlottetown, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Charlottetown costs $75 per day, on average, or $151 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 $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Charlottetown, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

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$48/day

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$49/day

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