With a population of 4,163, Soldotna is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Soldotna has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Soldotna in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Soldotna, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.
When flying to Soldotna, you’ll arrive at Kenai (ENA), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Soldotna departs from Anchorage and takes around 35m.
Another option to get to Soldotna is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 64 miles from Soldotna. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Anchorage.
Average rates range from around $269 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $315 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western King Salmon Inn and Aspen Hotel Soldotna.
Renting a car in Soldotna costs $119 per day, on average, or $357 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Kenai.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Soldotna (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.