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 American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 54m.

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 American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 54m.

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 (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,352 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (477 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 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)
$129+
Baymont by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 672 reviews)
$128+
Hampton Inn MT. Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 324 reviews)
$131+
Holiday Inn & Suites Mount Pleasant
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 339 reviews)
$115+
Super 8 by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7.3, 970 reviews)
$87+
Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 789 reviews)
$86+

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $76 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Bay City MBS Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Mount Pleasant, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $76 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Bay City MBS Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Mount Pleasant, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.