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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Manistee travel guide

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With a population of 6.226, Manistee is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Manistee to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Manistee

Manistee in April
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Manistee in April
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Manistee in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Manistee, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Manistee

Plane

When flying to Manistee, you’ll arrive at Manistee Blacker (MBL), which is located 7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Manistee is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 284 km from Manistee. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Manistee, you’ll arrive at Manistee Blacker (MBL), which is located 7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Manistee is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 284 km from Manistee. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Manistee

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Airlines serving Manistee

Lufthansa
Good (8,131 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,538 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,106 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,254 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,981 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,613 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,654 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,011 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,479 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,954 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,659 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,814 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
Sun Country Air
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Where to stay in Manistee

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Manistee Inn & Marina and Super 8 by Wyndham Manistee. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Manistee, with prices from $71 to $650 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Manistee are about 101% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Manistee by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Manistee

Most booked hotels in Manistee

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Hampton Inn & Suites Manistee Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 200 reviews)
$214+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Manistee
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 719 reviews)
$71+
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Manistee Inn & Marina
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 387 reviews)
$83+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manistee
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1198 reviews)
$79+
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Econo Lodge Manistee
0 stars
Good (7.4, 933 reviews)
$98+
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Renting a car in Manistee

Renting a car in Manistee costs $193 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Manistee Blacker.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Manistee (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Manistee is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Manistee costs $193 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Manistee Blacker.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Manistee (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Manistee is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.