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, Anthony's - Coeur D'Alene (1926 W Riverstone Dr) and Ten/6 (1705 N Government Way) are great picks.

When to visit Coeur d'Alene

Coeur d'Alene in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coeur d'Alene in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
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 Alaska Airlines, Delta, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Santa Ana and takes around 2h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Coeur d'Alene is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 30 miles from Coeur d'Alene. You’ll find branches of Turo and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

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 Alaska Airlines, Delta, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Santa Ana and takes around 2h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Coeur d'Alene is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 30 miles from Coeur d'Alene. You’ll find branches of Turo and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Coeur d'Alene

PUWPullman Moscow Regional
GEGSpokane
LWSLewiston Nez Perce Rgnl

Airlines serving Coeur d'Alene

Lufthansa
Good (8,094 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,071 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,891 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,854 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,260 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,577 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (226 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,866 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,942 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,485 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,851 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,569 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coeur d'Alene

Average rates range from around $368 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Coeur d' Alene and Baymont by Wyndham Coeur D Alene. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Coeur d'Alene, with prices from $23 to $370 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 142% 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
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1543 reviews)
$160+
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Hayden's Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 126 reviews)
$108+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1179 reviews)
$144+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1144 reviews)
$123+
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Triple Play Resort Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.9, 744 reviews)
$161+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 stars
Good (7.7, 751 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 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 42% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Toyota Venza or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 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 42% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Toyota Venza or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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