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

Charlevoix travel guide

Charlevoix Tourism | Charlevoix Guide

You're Going to Love Charlevoix

With a population of 2.540, Charlevoix is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Charlevoix deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Charlevoix

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Argonne House (11929 Boyne City Rd) and Weathervane Restaurant (106 Pine River Ln) are great picks.

When to visit Charlevoix

Charlevoix in April
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Charlevoix in April
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Charlevoix in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Charlevoix, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Charlevoix

Plane

Although Charlevoix doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 46 km from Charlevoix. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Charlevoix departs from Cleveland and takes around 3h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Charlevoix is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 263 km from Charlevoix. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Grand Rapids.

Plane

Although Charlevoix doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 46 km from Charlevoix. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Charlevoix departs from Cleveland and takes around 3h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Charlevoix is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 263 km from Charlevoix. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Grand Rapids.

Airlines serving Charlevoix

KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,393 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,802 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,580 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,480 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,980 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,599 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,490 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (330 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (689 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,640 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,356 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (645 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (704 reviews)
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Where to stay in Charlevoix

Average rates range from around $596 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $396 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Weathervane Terrace Inn and Suites and Charlevoix Inn & Suites SureStay Collection by Best Western. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Charlevoix, with prices from $108 to $2,337 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Charlevoix are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Charlevoix by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Charlevoix

Most booked hotels in Charlevoix

Charlevoix House - The Northside
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 286 reviews)
$138+
The Earl
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 154 reviews)
$214+
Charlevoix House
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 215 reviews)
$142+
AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix
2 stars
Good (7.5, 386 reviews)
$101+
Weathervane Terrace Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (10, 1 review)
$146+
Charlevoix Inn & Suites SureStay Collection by Best Western
2 stars
Good (7, 635 reviews)
$108+

Renting a car in Charlevoix

Renting a car in Charlevoix costs $68 per day, on average, or $135 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 3% cheaper than airport locations in Charlevoix.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Charlevoix (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92.

Renting a car in Charlevoix costs $68 per day, on average, or $135 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 3% cheaper than airport locations in Charlevoix.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Charlevoix (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92.