Best places to stay in Edmonton
Edmonton is the perfect combination of outdoor recreation and sleek urbanization. The city is a popular retreat for Canadians, and many flock to the 4th Street Promenade for shopping and local brews. When searching for hotels in Edmonton, you want to familiarize yourself with the neighbourhoods, then narrow down the list of hotel choices.
Downtown Edmonton
Downtown Edmonton is where you find the larger hotels, including the luxurious options. Many are set within the historic buildings of downtown and include eclectic décor along with in-house restaurants featuring local seafood. Stay at the Courtyard Edmonton Downtown or enjoy the views from The Sutton Place Hotel Edmonton in the heart of downtown. Both are within walking distance to the ICE District.
West Edmonton
West Edmonton is the premier location for shopping. In fact, the West Edmonton Mall was once the largest in the world, and still attracts thousands of eager shoppers each year. Staying in West Edmonton means you can quickly reach theme parks, the local ice rink and plenty of exciting eateries. For the best access, stay at Executive Royal Hotel West Edmonton on 178th Street. Here you are just 4 minutes away from the West Edmonton Mall.
South Central
In South Central, you have Old Strathcona which includes Whyte Avenue. Whyte Avenue is home to unique boutiques, high-quality pubs and some of the best live entertainment in all of Canada. You will enjoy scenic views of the river and the downtown hustle, and when you stay at some of the towering hotel options, the views get even better. Stay at the Metterra Hotel on Whyte to be in the middle of all the action. You can enjoy luxurious accommodations nestled in the mix of everything that Whyte Avenue has to offer its visitors.
Gateway Boulevard
Gateway Boulevard is where you go if you want quick access to the highway, Empire Park areas and the Southgate Shopping Centre. The road takes you right into Old Strathcona, and the area is home to local museums, the Strathcona Streetcar Barn and even some exciting local breweries. Stay at the Radisson Hotel Edmonton South, which is just 3 kilometres from Southgate LRT Station.
Cheap hotels in Edmonton
Edmonton has its fair share of budget-friendly hotels. You do not have to park yourself close to the airport to save on accommodation costs. The Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel is in the middle of downtown and you can walk to art galleries, entertainment and wonderful restaurants and eateries. You also have the Delta Hotels Edmonton South Hotel & Conference Centre on Gateway Boulevard NW which offers modern accommodations and a short drive to Edmonton’s downtown district. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton located on 109th Avenue North West is another budget-friendly option. The hotel is surrounded by the city and provides guest rooms done up in contemporary styling. You are a few short steps from West Edmonton Mall and only 10 minutes from city centre.