Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Sault Ste Marie travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sault Ste Marie

Sault Ste Marie is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Sault Ste Marie deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Sault Ste Marie

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Mill Steakhouse and Wine Bar (83 Huron St) and Gino's Fired Up Ktichen (1076 Great Northern Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Sault Ste Marie

Sault Ste Marie in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sault Ste Marie in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sault Ste Marie

Plane

When flying to Sault Ste Marie, you’ll arrive at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sault Ste Marie from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 5h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Sault Ste Marie is to pick up a car rental from Sudbury, which is about 257 km from Sault Ste Marie. You’ll find branches of Avis and Driving Force, among others, in Sudbury.

Plane

When flying to Sault Ste Marie, you’ll arrive at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Sault Ste Marie from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 5h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Sault Ste Marie is to pick up a car rental from Sudbury, which is about 257 km from Sault Ste Marie. You’ll find branches of Avis and Driving Force, among others, in Sudbury.

Airports near Sault Ste Marie

YAMSault Ste Marie

Airlines serving Sault Ste Marie

Delta
Good (8,426 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,749 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,090 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (553 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (439 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,347 reviews)
Bearskin Airlines
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Where to stay in Sault Ste Marie

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sault Ste. Marie and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sault Ste. Marie ON.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sault Ste Marie

Most booked hotels in Sault Ste Marie

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Quattro Suites & Conf. Centre, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1365 reviews)
$137+
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Northlander Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 545 reviews)
$77+
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Quality Inn & Suites Bay Front
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1311 reviews)
$90+
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The Water Tower Inn, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Good (7.6, 601 reviews)
$114+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sault Ste. Marie ON
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1663 reviews)
$92+
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Motel 6 Sault Ste Marie On
2 stars
Good (7.4, 924 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 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 28% cheaper than airport locations in Sault Ste Marie.

Expect to pay $5.94 per gallon in Sault Ste Marie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $71.32 and $95.09. The most frequently booked car type in Sault Ste Marie is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 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 28% cheaper than airport locations in Sault Ste Marie.

Expect to pay $5.94 per gallon in Sault Ste Marie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $71.32 and $95.09. The most frequently booked car type in Sault Ste Marie is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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