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

Coeur d'Alene Tourism | Coeur d'Alene Guide

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, Qatar Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 19m.

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 Thrifty and Turo, 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, Qatar Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Coeur d'Alene departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 19m.

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 Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Coeur d'Alene

Airlines serving Coeur d'Alene

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,554 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,025 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,492 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,266 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,065 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,429 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,767 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (230 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,973 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,892 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,222 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,272 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,566 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coeur d'Alene

Average rates range from around $373 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $221 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn And Suites and Baymont by Wyndham Coeur D Alene. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Coeur d'Alene, with prices from $23 to $699 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 105% 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

Most booked hotels in Coeur d'Alene

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1561 reviews)
$112+
Hayden's Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 134 reviews)
$100+
Quality Inn And Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 652 reviews)
$100+
Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1182 reviews)
$119+
Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1157 reviews)
$86+
Triple Play Resort Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8, 761 reviews)
$120+

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 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 61% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Coeur d'Alene costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 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 61% cheaper than airport locations in Coeur d'Alene.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Coeur d'Alene is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.