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Elkwater Lake Lodge

3.0 star property
Resort with free parking, near Elkwater Marina
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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December 2024

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living area
Suite, Jetted Tub | Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
401 4th Street, Elkwater, AB, T0J 1C0
  • Elkwater Marina
    11 min walk
  • Elkwater Visitors Centre
    11 min walk
  • Cypress Hills Provincial Park
    13 min walk

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Jetted Tub

Suite, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Fireplace

Standard Room, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Elkwater

At Elkwater Lake Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Elkwater Marina and Elkwater Visitors Centre. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Buglers Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy access to mini golf and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski passes. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Elkwater resort, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Hidden Valley Ski Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Elkwater Marina - 11 min walk
  • Elkwater Visitors Centre - 11 min walk
  • Cypress Hills Provincial Park - 13 min walk
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 3 min drive
  • Cypress Hills - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Medicine Hat, AB (YXH) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪12-34 Cafe and Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Camp Cookhouse and General Store - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪12 34 Cafe & Pub and Elkwater Fuel Stop Ltd - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Elkwater Lake Lodge

Resort with free parking, near Elkwater Marina
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Elkwater Lake Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Elkwater resort.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Elkwater Lake Lodge offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buglers Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 10 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per night
  • Firewood fee: CAD 10.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Elkwater Lake Lodge
Elkwater Lake Hotel Alberta
Elkwater Lake Lodge Resort
Elkwater Lake Lodge Elkwater
Elkwater Lake Lodge Resort Elkwater

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Yep, Elkwater Lake Lodge has a free self car park.

Is Elkwater Lake Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and on-site mini golf, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Elkwater Lake Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

No, Elkwater Lake Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Elkwater Lake Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Elkwater Lake Lodge.

Elkwater Lake Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 200 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rhoda

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Lethbridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenton

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poorly managed
In the room we booked, the toilet stopped flushing. It was not clogged, and the staff suggested taking the toilet paper out. They then moved us to the room next to it, which was filthy, as if they were doing renovations and did not clean it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed Friday & Saturday in a fireplace room getting away after a lose of a Parent. The room set up is a bit different but works actually really well. We didn't swim or eat in the restraunt as we were looking for more of a secluded weekend. Our room was tidy but the tub wasn't very clean because the doesn't drain so there was a lot of hair and things in the bottom, which we know was due to the lack of drainage & drying after cleaning. Sunday morning before check out time, they were knocking on doors which I found of & have never had happen before. We don't live that far and though we thought the weekend was okay, we'd likely opt to not stay a full weekend again, maybe just a night before/after skiing if the weather's bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not happy
The wifi wasn’t working, the hot tub is out of commission-which was not disclosed prior to me going down to use it and found it taped off, there was no gluten free options, even though it said on the menu there would be…it was just awful that I ended up checking out four hrs later & driving three hours home. This has not been my experience previously. They are usually a lovely place to stay-not sure what was going on this time that all the places stopped carrying GF options-other than a salad & not letting you know about the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
CONS:They need to lose the old 'Motel' wing that the diner is in as it detracts from the overall first impression. This lodge has great potential but needs to address a couple of key issues. The restaurant is awful. Even if they make decent food the environment is bad enough to turn your stomach, especially to spend premium dollars on a steak. Little things like the children's size mismatched damaged cutlery, dirty menus, artwork not mounted in the frame or the waiter's shirt half tucked into his pants. Plainly simple, the restaurant needs a new, updated location to fit into the look and feel of the lodge. No grab-bar in the shower and floor level shower is without a glass door and wall. It's very dangerous if you slip or lose your balance. The hide-a-bed is low-end and very uncomfortable!! PROS: The gentleman who checked us in was very friendly and helpful. The main lobby is nice and exudes the wilderness atmosphere. This lodge is very welcoming and the rooms have a beautiful wilderness feel and appearance. Good fridge and microwave, very comfortable king size bed. The whirlpool tub for two is very nice as is the fireplace. Decent flat-screen with Shaw cable (needs to have a movie package added that's easily available from Shaw). Good air-conditioning/heating and a secure double-lock door with privacy pull-down, at least there was one in a jacuzzi suite. The lodge is located close to everything as Elkwater is small and lakeside. This is an amazing place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and the beach. Dog friendly room was right next to the elevator so with the increased traffic/noise caused increased barking. Probably should have those rooms down at the end of the hallway on both floors.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Cypress Hills, 5*, Elkwater Lake Lodge, 3*
We enjoyed our stay in the Cypress Hills. Our room was clean. However, we were disappointed by the lack of property maintenance. This needed care and attention. There was an old truck filled with broken appliances and bits of wire (trash) that was very visible as you drove from the office to the parking lot. Discarded refrigerators and washing machines were visible. The outside garbage can was full so it was difficult to dispose of garbage. We noted surrounding properties were clean. While we appreciate there may be staff shortages, first impressions and outward appearance count, especially in the hospitality industry. The Elkwater Lake Lodge would benefit from taking a look at itself from a visitor’s perspective. Perhaps “Management” should start a quality assurance program.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Will definitely be going back. Nice clean rooms. The staff where great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Located well to walk anywhere in town/lake. The room was not ready at check in time. Bring your own food as there was only 1 place to eat and the hours of operation were limited. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, kids loved the pool. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed stays at this property in the past, but the new management appears to have no experience or training in hospitality services. Unlike every other hotel that we have used, no daily maid service is provided (e.g. bed-making, bathroom cleaning, etc.) and this was not indicated at check-in. Room was not ready at 4:00pm check-in time. This is not the three star hotel that it used to be - more of a campers' hostel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An upper floor room would’ve been excellent had balcony and quieter no one above but felt as paid through Expedia automatically got a room on main floor versus top (2nd) floor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Irene

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean , the sheet had a spot . The hotel main area was not clean .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was amazing, the lodge is just really old but that’s to be expected at these locations and the lodge has a lot of unique characteristics and the kids has a great time!! Family friendly!! The on-site restaurant is more of a pub, sticky floors and over priced, was not clean and dark and dingy. The rooms have full kitchens so better to cook your own food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

JIM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Heather A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

volodymyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't eat at the "restaurant", terrible!!
Hotel was nice, lovely bed and clean room. Was very disappointed in the restaurant. It was more like a cafe to be honest. I ordered the butter chicken thinking it would be good as the staff was Indian and its an Indian dish. My mistake! Rice was obviously reheated and watery like mush(rice shouldn't be reheated its a health hazard), the butter chicken was insipid with no taste. (I make it much better at home myself) I told the waitress and was told everyone loved it. The manager didn't even ask how everything was when i went to pay, I thought they might discount the meal at least, but nothing was said and I paid the full $24 which was a rip off for a terrible meal. All in all it really ruined the stay and decided not to chance and pay $17+ for breakfast. I won't ever go back. The hot tub was closed also. I should have got something from the little store/gas station up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023