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, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 31m.

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 Chicago, expect to pay about $150 for a 37h 39m 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 Vancouver, the bus ride to Coeur d'Alene takes 428 miles and will cost you around $39. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $104 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, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 31m.

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 Chicago, expect to pay about $150 for a 37h 39m 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 Vancouver, the bus ride to Coeur d'Alene takes 428 miles and will cost you around $39. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $104 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 (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,000 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,285 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (152 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,101 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,505 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,805 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coeur d'Alene

Average rates range from around $260 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $342 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 Quality Inn And Suites. 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 64% 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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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1375 reviews)
$171+
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Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 584 reviews)
$198+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1068 reviews)
$142+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1065 reviews)
$88+
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Triple Play Resort Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.8, 683 reviews)
$161+
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Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 stars
Good (6.7, 1495 reviews)
$99+
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Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 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 19% 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 Compact (Chevrolet Equinox 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, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 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 19% 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 Compact (Chevrolet Equinox 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, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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