The Explorer Hotel - Yellowknife

The Explorer Hotel - Yellowknife

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The Explorer Hotel - Yellowknife
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Overview

The 4-star The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife is approximately 25 minutes' stroll from Bush Pilots Monument and features a shared lounge, various recreational opportunities, and barbecue grills. Located only a few minutes from Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre as well as YK Centre, this charming hotel includes boating and fisheries.

Location

The Yellowknife hotel has a prime setting only 0.9 miles from Snowking's Winter Festival Park. You will be accommodated relatively close to Down to Earth Gallery. Visit Frame Lake, a mere 12 minutes by foot from the Yellowknife property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Canada.

A bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is within a short walking distance of The Explorer Hotel.

Rooms

There are 152 air-conditioned rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea making equipment for self-catering. The rooms have carpeted flooring and elegant furniture including a writing table. Bathrooms come with a bathtub and a separate toilet, along with hairdryers and bath sheets. You can enjoy view of the urban from the rooms.

Eat & Drink

There are 2 restaurants in the fully serviced Explorer. There is a lounge bar, which offers an open fireplace in its interior design. The bar area includes a lounge. You may walk 5 minutes to Trapline Lounge or eat by Traders Grill, located about 200 feet away.

Leisure & Business

Alternatively, guests can exercise in a fitness room. Other facilities include a work desk and a xerox offered at a business center on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Year renovated:2006
Number of floors:8
Number of rooms:152
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Rooms and availability

Superior Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
Deluxe Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Lake view
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Free airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Room view

  • Lake view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Explorer Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 173 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
🗺️ Location rating 8.8
✈️ Distance to airport 3.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Yellowknife, YZF

Location

Address
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4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, Canada, X1A 2R3
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4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, Canada, X1A 2R3
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Traders Grill
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Reviews of The Explorer Hotel

8.6 /10
Great
Verified reviews  
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Location8.8
Rooms8.2
Service8.8
Facilities7.0
Guest reviewsWrite a Review
  • W
    Walter
    United States of America
    left 12 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jan 31
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    comfortable room
    friendly staff
    relaxing ambiance
    limited dining options
    long wait times

    Had a lovely stay for 4 nights, enjoying the comfortable Deluxe King Room. The restaurant offered a relaxing ambiance with impressive views of the snowy landscape, and the food was delightful. The staff were always friendly and attentive, making our experience even better. However, the dining options around the hotel were quite limited, requiring a drive to find alternative eateries.

    Deluxe King Room
  • C
    Cynthia
    United States of America
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jan 07
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    friendly staff
    nice room

    stayed in the deluxe king room at explorer for 4 nights, and it was a nice experience. the restaurant had a relaxing view of the snowy landscape, which was a lovely touch. all the hotel staff were friendly, always ready to help.

    would recommend.

    Deluxe King Room
  • W
    William
    United States of America
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on Dec 29
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    stunning scenery
    friendly staff

    The stunning snowy scenery from the restaurant created a serene dining experience, while the friendly hotel staff always made us feel welcome and accommodated.

    Deluxe King Room
  • J
    John
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Nov 11
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    friendly staff

    This hotel is a solid choice for one night in Yellowknife and offers good value for price. The staff were really friendly, which made my stay more enjoyable. Pro tip, be aware that everything is closed on Sundays if you're planning a visit.

    Superior King Room
  • E
    Eric
    United States of America
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 03
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    cozy room
    great shuttle
    nice lounge
    limited breakfast options

    Comfy stay with good food

    I spent a night in a Superior King Room, and it was cozy! The lounge had a nice vibe and I enjoyed a great meal there. Definitely appreciated the early shuttle to the airport. Just wish they had more breakfast options. Overall, good for a short stay in Yellowknife!

    Superior King Room
  • J
    Jonathan
    United States of America
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 01
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    local art show
    bouncy castle
    delicious breakfast
    playground area

    We explored the local art show downtown, filled with fantastic pieces and friendly artists. The grandkids loved the bouncy castle and face painting. The breakfast buffet was another highlight, offering a variety of delicious options to satisfy everyone in the family.

    My kids wished for a small playground area to play off their energy.

    Deluxe King Room
  • B
    Bryan
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 14
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    spacious room
    delicious food
    fantastic views
    missing top sheet

    I just had a lovely four-night stay in Yellowknife! The room was spacious and comfortable, and the restaurant offered fantastic views with delicious food. However, I was disappointed that there was no top bed sheet provided, just a thick duvet, which made it tricky to sleep comfortably.

    Deluxe King Room
  • R
    Ricky
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Aug 04
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    warm decor
    inviting atmosphere
    friendly staff
    limited dining options
    accessibility concerns

    The hotel’s warm and inviting decor truly enhanced my stay. Bright, spacious common areas and comfortable seating made it easy for seniors like myself to relax, while the friendly staff ensured assistance was always nearby.

    More accessible dining options would improve the experience.

    Deluxe King Room
  • D
    Doris
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 09
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining6.0
    8.0
    friendly staff
    local beer
    clean rooms
    dining options
    limited choices

    Friendly staff, clean rooms, great local beer. Limited dining options make it hard to eat here during peak times. Walking tours nearby were fun.

    Deluxe King Room
  • R
    Robert
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 06
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location6.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    comfortable room
    unreliable housekeeping

    The room was large and comfortable, but housekeeping was unreliable throughout my stay.

    Deluxe King Room
  • J
    Joseph
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jun 28
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service6.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    live music
    local art shows

    Had an awesome getaway with friends! We explored local art shows and took in some fantastic live music. The place was buzzing with fun stuff like food from local vendors and a bouncy castle for kids. Definitely check out the restaurant for local dishes and friendly service. The room was clean and comfy, and the shuttle to the airport made travel easy.

    Superior King Room
  • W
    William
    United States of America
    left 14 reviews
    Wrote a review on May 05
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    shuttle service
    comfortable room
    slow wi-fi

    Nice shuttle service to the airport. Wi-Fi could use improvement.

    Superior King Room
  • A
    Alice
    United States of America
    left 18 reviews
    Wrote a review on Apr 13
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service6.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    delicious dining
    comfortable room
    friendly service

    A Cozy Stay with Delicious Dining Options!

    I enjoyed a comfortable night in a Superior King Room. The meals at Trader's Grill were delightful. their soups stood out! While the check-in process had some hiccups, the lobby's ice water was a charming touch. For a more streamlined arrival, I suggest utilizing online check-in features.

    Superior King Room
  • A
    Alex
    United States of America
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on Mar 13
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    spacious room
    nice meal
    limited amenities

    comfortable stay but limited amenities

    The Superior King Room was spacious and well-appointed. The lounge offered a really nice meal after a long day. Appreciating the early shuttle to the airport made my departure easier.

    The gym facilities were lacking.

    Superior King Room
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