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

Saranac Lake travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saranac Lake

With a population of 5,406, Saranac Lake is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Saranac Lake deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Saranac Lake

Saranac Lake in November
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saranac Lake in November
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saranac Lake

Plane

When flying to Saranac Lake, you’ll arrive at Saranac Lake Adirondack (SLK), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Saranac Lake departs from Boston and takes around 1h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Saranac Lake is to pick up a car rental from Hartford, which is about 192 miles from Saranac Lake. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Hartford.

Plane

When flying to Saranac Lake, you’ll arrive at Saranac Lake Adirondack (SLK), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Saranac Lake departs from Boston and takes around 1h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Saranac Lake is to pick up a car rental from Hartford, which is about 192 miles from Saranac Lake. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Hartford.

Airports near Saranac Lake

PBGPlattsburgh Intl
BTVBurlington
OGSOgdensburg

Airlines serving Saranac Lake

KLM
Good (1,554 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,492 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,064 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,767 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,973 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,222 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,566 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,855 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (304 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (659 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (318 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,426 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saranac Lake

Average rates range from around $285 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $204 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saranac Lake

Most booked hotels in Saranac Lake

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voco Saranac Lake NY - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 543 reviews)
$229+
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Saranac Lake/Prescott House Adk
2 stars
Excellent (9, 82 reviews)
$97+
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Hotel Saranac, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 254 reviews)
$231+
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Sara Placid Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 231 reviews)
$114+
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Lake Clear Lodge & Retreat
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4 reviews)
$68+
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Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn
3 stars
Good (6.2, 673 reviews)
$124+
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Renting a car in Saranac Lake

Renting a car in Saranac Lake costs $116 per day, on average, or $232 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Saranac Lake (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 Saranac Lake is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Outback or similar) are, on average, 10% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saranac Lake costs $116 per day, on average, or $232 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Saranac Lake (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 Saranac Lake is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Outback or similar) are, on average, 10% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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