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Hotels in Edmonton

Downtown landmark stays and convenient West Edmonton hotels

Candlewood Suites Edmonton West

Candlewood Suites Edmonton West

4
Edmonton
6 nights
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
FromCA $120/ night · incl taxes & fees
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Doubletree By Hilton Edmonton Downtown

Doubletree By Hilton Edmonton Downtown

4
Edmonton
6 nights
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Lounge
FromCA $174/ night · incl taxes & fees
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River Cree Resort And Casino

River Cree Resort And Casino

4
Stony Plain
6 nights
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Casino
  • Golf
FromCA $236/ night · incl taxes & fees
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The Westin Edmonton

The Westin Edmonton

4
Edmonton
6 nights
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Golf
  • Restaurant
FromCA $271/ night · incl taxes & fees
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Jw Marriott Edmonton Ice District

Jw Marriott Edmonton Ice District

4
Edmonton
6 nights
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Golf
  • Restaurant
FromCA $491/ night · incl taxes & fees
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At a glance

Everything you need to know about Edmonton

Alberta's capital is Canada's 'Festival City' — a summer calendar packed with Fringe, folk music and street performers, wrapped around the largest stretch of urban parkland in North America along the North Saskatchewan River. Downtown's Ice District and Rogers Place, the buzzing bars of Whyte Avenue, and the record-breaking West Edmonton Mall make it a compact, easy city break, and it's the natural gateway to Elk Island and the Rockies at Jasper.

Edmonton, AlbertaClimate

Climate

-10 to 23°C · four seasons

JanDec
PeakShoulderAvoid

Long, sunny summer days around 23°C for festival season; deep cold and snow December to February.

Currency

Canadian Dollar

CAD · cards accepted almost everywhere

Entry

Domestic

Government photo ID for the flight

Top Experiences in Edmonton

West Edmonton Mall
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West Edmonton Mall

The largest mall in North America — an indoor waterpark, Galaxyland rides, sea lions and 800+ shops under one roof.

River Valley & Muttart Conservatory
Outdoors

River Valley & Muttart Conservatory

Walk or cycle North America's largest urban park, then step inside the Muttart's four glass pyramids of desert, tropical and temperate plants.

Old Strathcona & Whyte Avenue
Food & nightlife

Old Strathcona & Whyte Avenue

Edmonton's liveliest strip — indie coffee, breweries, live music and the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market on weekends.

Essential info for Canadian travellers

  • ID & entry: Edmonton is a domestic trip — no passport required. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID to board your flight.

  • Getting around: The Capital and Metro LRT lines link downtown and the university; a car or rideshare is handy for West Edmonton Mall and Elk Island.

  • When to visit: June to August is festival season with long, warm days; winters are cold and snowy, so pack accordingly if visiting December to February.

  • Power & plugs: Standard Canadian 120V/60Hz with Type A/B plugs — the same as the rest of Canada, no adapter needed.

  • Time zone: Edmonton runs on Mountain Time (MST/MDT) — two hours behind Toronto.

Best time to visit Edmonton

Jun – AugPeak season

Festival season, long daylight and warm days. Busiest and priciest.

May & SepShoulder season

Mild, quieter and better value with autumn colour in the river valley.

Mar – Apr / Oct – NovShoulder season

Cool and changeable; good hotel rates between the crowds.

Dec – FebDeep winter

Cold and snowy — great for indoor attractions and ski day trips if you pack warm.

Where to stay

Edmonton zones & neighbourhoods

Edmonton spreads out along the river valley, so where you base yourself shapes your trip — from the walkable downtown core to the mall-side west end. Here's how to choose.

Downtown & Ice District

City centre

Most Central

The walkable core around Rogers Place and the Ice District, with the Art Gallery of Alberta, LRT and river valley trails on your doorstep.

Best for
  • First-timers
  • Events & hockey
  • Culture

Old Strathcona

South of the river

Lively & Local

Historic Whyte Avenue district packed with pubs, breweries, live music, indie shops and the Fringe Festival grounds.

Best for
  • Nightlife
  • Foodies
  • Young travellers

West Edmonton

West end

Shopping & Family

The area around West Edmonton Mall — big hotels, easy parking and the mall's waterpark and rides for families.

Best for
  • Families
  • Shopping
  • Value

124 Street & Oliver

West of downtown

Arts & Dining

A leafy, upscale strip of galleries, boutiques and standout restaurants, walkable to downtown and the river valley.

Best for
  • Couples
  • Dining
  • Galleries

Beyond the city

Day trips & excursions from Edmonton

Edmonton is a great launch point for Alberta's parks, badlands and the Rockies. Every excursion below can be booked through ShopTravel or your hotel concierge.

River Valley & Muttart Conservatory
In the city

River Valley & Muttart Conservatory

Half day · 3 hrsCity centre · On foot / LRT

Stroll or cycle North America's largest urban parkland and tour the Muttart's iconic glass pyramids.

Insider tips
  • Rent a bike at the trailheads
  • Great skyline photos from the footbridges
Elk Island National Park Wildlife Tour
National Park

Elk Island National Park Wildlife Tour

Half day · 5 hrsEast of city · 45 min by coach

Spot free-roaming plains and wood bison in one of Canada's best wildlife parks and a certified dark-sky preserve.

Insider tips
  • Bring binoculars
  • Keep a safe distance from bison
Drumheller & Royal Tyrrell Museum
Badlands & Dinosaurs

Drumheller & Royal Tyrrell Museum

Full day · 10 hrsSoutheast · ~3 hrs by coach

Journey into the Alberta badlands to the world-class Royal Tyrrell Museum of dinosaur fossils and the hoodoos.

Insider tips
  • Book museum entry ahead
  • Long day — pack snacks
Jasper National Park & the Rockies
Canadian Rockies

Jasper National Park & the Rockies

Full day · 12 hrsWest · ~3.5 hrs by coach

Head into the mountains for turquoise lakes, waterfalls and the peaks of Jasper — an unforgettable Rockies day.

Insider tips
  • Layer up — mountain weather shifts fast
  • Watch for wildlife on the highway
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Edmonton travel FAQ

Everything Canadian travellers ask before booking

Do I need a passport to visit Edmonton?

No. Edmonton is a domestic trip within Canada — you only need a valid government-issued photo ID to board your flight.

How long is the flight to Edmonton?

Nonstop flights into Edmonton International (YEG) are about 4h 05m from Toronto, roughly 1h 30m from Vancouver and around 4h 30m from Montreal.

When is the best time to visit Edmonton?

June to August is peak season with warm, long days and back-to-back festivals. May and September are quieter and better value; winters are cold and snowy.

How do I get around Edmonton?

The LRT and buses cover downtown and the university well, but a rental car or rideshare is handy for West Edmonton Mall, the airport and day trips like Elk Island.

Is West Edmonton Mall worth visiting?

Yes — it's the largest mall in North America, with an indoor waterpark, an amusement park, sea lions, a skating rink and hundreds of shops, so it's easily a full day.

What currency and taxes should I expect?

Everything is in Canadian dollars and cards are accepted almost everywhere. Alberta has no provincial sales tax, so only 5% GST is added at the till.

What should I pack for the weather?

Summer is warm but evenings cool down, so bring a light layer. In winter pack a proper insulated coat, hat, gloves and warm boots for the cold and snow.

Can I book day trips through ShopTravel?

Yes — you can add excursions like the Elk Island wildlife tour or a Jasper Rockies day trip to your trip at checkout.

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