Coeur d'Alene Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Hazleton Chamber Of Commerce
Photo provided by Peg Owens/Idaho Tourism
Photo provided by Peg Owens/Idaho Tourism
Photo provided by Peg Owens/Idaho Tourism
Photo provided by Hazleton Chamber Of Commerce

Enjoy the tranquil ambiance of this city, surrounded by a vast lake, a mountainous forest and picturesque countryside.

Coeur d’Alene, in Idaho, is famous for its resorts along the northern shore of the picturesque Lake Coeur d’Alene. The city is just west of a national forest and is surrounded by scenic landscapes. Because of this vast natural environment, the area is a popular camping site.

Go mountain biking on the hills surrounding the city and cycle along the river’s shore. You may spot bald eagles from the North Idaho Centennial Trail. Stroll along part of the 24-mile (38.6-kilometre) stretch of scenic trajectory. It passes through neighboring towns, such as Post Falls, and pleasant countryside.

Visit the Coeur d’Alene National Forest, east of the city centre. The peaceful woodland is full of lakes, mountains and trees. Fish in Lake Coeur d’Alene. Picnic along the 109 miles (175.4 kilometres) of shoreline that surrounds the lake. Relax on one of the small beaches and dip your toes in the chilly water.

Enjoy the challenge of one of the world’s only movable floating green on the 14th hole of the Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course. It is one of the pre-eminent 18-hole golf courses in the U.S. and is known for its breathtaking views of lakes and green hills.

Take a ski holiday in the nearby centres of Silver Mountain Resort and Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort. Coeur d’Alene’s Christmas Lights ceremony is one of the largest and most elaborate in the country.

Coeur d’Alene was named to describe the American Indians who settled the area previous to its current inhabitants. It is French for “Heart of an Awl.” Residents also know the municipality as Lake City due to its location. Summers in the region are hot and dry while winters are cold and damp.

Reach Coeur d’Alene by flying into the international airport in Spokane. Rent a car at the airport to travel the 32 miles (51 kilometres) west to Coeur d’Alene. After enjoying the best that nature has to offer in and around the city, pay a visit to the Museum of North Idaho to learn about the region’s history.

Where to stay in Coeur d'Alene

Coeur d\'Alene which includes a lake or waterhole and golf

Downtown

While Downtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Independence Point and Tubbs Hill Park.

Downtown
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Kid Island Bay

If you're spending some time in Kid Island Bay, Kid Island Bay and Lake Coeur d'Alene are top sights worth seeing.

Kid Island Bay
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Garden District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garden District and surrounding area, you can visit Independence Point and Tubbs Hill Park.

Garden District
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East Mullen

While East Mullen isn't home to many top sights, Sanders Beach and Tubbs Hill Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Mullen
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Sanders Beach

If you're spending some time in Sanders Beach, Tubbs Hill Park and Lake Coeur d'Alene are top sights worth seeing.

Sanders Beach
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East Midtown

While East Midtown isn't home to many top sights, Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course and Sanders Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Midtown
Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene

Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene

2.5 out of 5
2303 N 4th St, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is Rp1.443.242 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.443.242
Rp1.558.734 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (1,016 reviews)
"better breakfast"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene

3 out of 5
333 Ironwood Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is Rp2.051.477 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.051.477
Rp2.215.595 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,135 reviews)
"very clean and comfortable, roomy. I do not like the sink and mirror as you walk in the door, wish it was in the actual bathroom"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene

Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene

3.5 out of 5
702 W. Appleway Avenue, Building B, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is Rp1.989.600 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp1.989.600
Rp2.148.768 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location and we had a huge clean room. Breakfast was pretty good as well! We would stay here again."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Buffalo Resort

Blue Buffalo Resort

2 out of 5
3402 N Highway 20, Island Park, ID
Stay at this campsite in Island Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Island Park Dam and Harriman State Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (309 reviews)
"Internet was very spotty so tv was hit or miss, but tv is not why i go on vacation."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Blue Buffalo Resort
Moose Creek Ranch

Moose Creek Ranch

3.5 out of 5
2733 East 10800 South, Victor, ID
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly cabin in Victor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (448 reviews)
"We stayed in a wagon for 2 nights and absolutely loved it. The wagon and whole property was very clean and well kept. The wagon was perfectly laid out with everything we needed and the beds were some of the most comfortable I’ve slept in. Right outside of our front door of the wagon was Moose Creek ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Moose Creek Ranch
Wander Camp Yellowstone Island Park

Wander Camp Yellowstone Island Park

2 out of 5
Old U.S. Hwy 191, Island Park, ID
Stay at this campsite in Island Park. Enjoy free parking, concierge services and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (517 reviews)
Outdoor Beauty
"Our trip was wonderful. Bed very comfortable, bathroom clean and the nightly fire pit entertaining. We will definitely recommend and use this property again"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Wander Camp Yellowstone Island Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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