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When to visit
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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 December
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sault Ste Marie in December
Estimated hotel price
$90
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 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Sault Ste Marie from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 6h.

Car

Another option to get to Sault Ste Marie is to pick up a car rental from Sudbury, which is about 160 miles from Sault Ste Marie. You’ll find branches of Driving Force and Avis, among others, in Sudbury.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sault Ste Marie 503 Trunk St, located 3 miles from downtown Sault Ste Marie. Sault Ste Marie is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Sault Ste Marie, you’ll arrive at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Sault Ste Marie from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 6h.

Car

Another option to get to Sault Ste Marie is to pick up a car rental from Sudbury, which is about 160 miles from Sault Ste Marie. You’ll find branches of Driving Force and Avis, among others, in Sudbury.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sault Ste Marie 503 Trunk St, located 3 miles from downtown Sault Ste Marie. Sault Ste Marie is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Sault Ste Marie

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Airlines serving Sault Ste Marie

Delta
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Air Canada
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Air Transat
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Porter Airlines
Excellent (295 reviews)
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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 (8.4, 1304 reviews)
$134+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 667 reviews)
$162+
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Holiday Inn Express Sault Ste Marie
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 711 reviews)
$136+
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Quality Inn & Suites Bay Front
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1060 reviews)
$100+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sault Ste. Marie ON
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1540 reviews)
$95+
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The Water Tower Inn, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Good (7.7, 538 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 59% cheaper than airport locations in Sault Ste Marie.

Expect to pay $4.58 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 $54.96 and $73.29. The most frequently booked car type in Sault Ste Marie is Compact (Kia Soul or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 59% cheaper than airport locations in Sault Ste Marie.

Expect to pay $4.58 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 $54.96 and $73.29. The most frequently booked car type in Sault Ste Marie is Compact (Kia Soul or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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