Charlevoix travel guide
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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.
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
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″.
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 United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Charlevoix departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 3h 46m.
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 Movly, among others, in Grand Rapids.
Airports near Charlevoix
Airlines serving Charlevoix
Where to stay in Charlevoix
Average rates range from around $442 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $278 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 $78 to $532 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Charlevoix are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Charlevoix
Most booked hotels in Charlevoix
Renting a car in Charlevoix
Renting a car in Charlevoix costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 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 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.