Mount Pleasant travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mount Pleasant

With a population of 26,016, Mount Pleasant is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mount Pleasant to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant in January
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mount Pleasant in January
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mount Pleasant in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mount Pleasant, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Mount Pleasant

Plane

Although Mount Pleasant doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 62 miles from Mount Pleasant. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 188 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Mount Pleasant doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 62 miles from Mount Pleasant. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 188 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Airlines serving Mount Pleasant

Lufthansa
Good (4,692 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,574 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,114 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,929 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,718 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,355 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (976 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (775 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mount Pleasant

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield by Marriott Mt Pleasant and Hampton Inn MT. Pleasant.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mount Pleasant

Most booked hotels in Mount Pleasant

Comfort Inn & Suites and Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 305 reviews)
$131+
Baymont by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 667 reviews)
$121+
Hampton Inn MT. Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 323 reviews)
$131+
Holiday Inn & Suites Mount Pleasant
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 336 reviews)
$119+
Super 8 by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7.3, 963 reviews)
$81+
Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 781 reviews)
$86+

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $75 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Bay City MBS Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Pleasant is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 23% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $75 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Bay City MBS Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Pleasant is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 23% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.