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 February
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sault Ste Marie in February
Estimated hotel price
$104
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 3h 49m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car 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 3h 49m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car 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

Airlines serving Sault Ste Marie

Delta
Good (8,016 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,124 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,571 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (487 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (403 reviews)

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

Quattro Suites & Conf. Centre, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1340 reviews)
$108+
Super 8 by Wyndham Sault Ste Marie On
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 979 reviews)
$99+
Quality Inn & Suites Bay Front
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1172 reviews)
$67+
The Water Tower Inn, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Good (7.8, 573 reviews)
$113+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sault Ste. Marie ON
2 stars
Good (7.5, 1630 reviews)
$78+

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $40 per day, on average, or $80 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. 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 Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sault Ste Marie costs $40 per day, on average, or $80 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. 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 Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.