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Mount Pleasant travel guide

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With a population of 26,016, Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mount Pleasant in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mount Pleasant in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mount Pleasant, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Mount Pleasant

Plane

Although Mount Pleasant doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 62 miles from Mount Pleasant. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Emirates and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 188 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Mount Pleasant doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 62 miles from Mount Pleasant. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Emirates and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 16m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 188 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Mount Pleasant

TVCTraverse City Cherry Capital
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Mount Pleasant

Lufthansa
Good (7,201 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,128 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,956 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,902 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,857 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,716 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,389 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,262 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,160 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (902 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,808 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mount Pleasant

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn MT. Pleasant and Fairfield Inn & Suites Mt. Pleasant.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mount Pleasant

Most booked hotels in Mount Pleasant

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Baymont by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 797 reviews)
$117+
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Comfort Inn & Suites and Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 504 reviews)
$117+
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Holiday Inn & Suites Mount Pleasant
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 330 reviews)
$130+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mt Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7.9, 265 reviews)
$79+
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Quality Inn Mount Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1273 reviews)
$85+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7, 1098 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Mount Pleasant

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Pleasant is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Pleasant is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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