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

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
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coeur d'Alene in November
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

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 $59 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $43 for a 7h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Coeur d'Alene is to pick up a car rental from Kalispell, which is about 120 miles from Coeur d'Alene. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Kalispell.

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 $130. 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 Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

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 $59 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $43 for a 7h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Coeur d'Alene is to pick up a car rental from Kalispell, which is about 120 miles from Coeur d'Alene. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Kalispell.

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 $130. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $99 for a journey of 460 miles.

Airports near Coeur d'Alene

PUWPullman Moscow Regional
GEGSpokane
LWSLewiston Nez Perce Rgnl

Airlines serving Coeur d'Alene

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,895 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,174 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (166 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coeur d'Alene

Average rates range from around $256 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $257 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coeur d'Alene and Hampton Inn & Suites Coeur d' Alene. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Coeur d'Alene, with prices from $23 to $431 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Coeur d'Alene are about 97% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Coeur d'Alene by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Coeur d'Alene

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Staybridge Suites Coeur D'alene By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 447 reviews)
$132+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1413 reviews)
$136+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1101 reviews)
$128+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1111 reviews)
$82+
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Triple Play Resort Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.8, 708 reviews)
$165+
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Motel 6-Coeur D'alene, Id
2 stars
Good (6.5, 630 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda CR-V or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 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 25% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda CR-V or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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