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The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with free airport shuttle and 24-hour fitness centre

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Lobby
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
4825 49 Avenue, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R3
  • Northern Frontier Visitors Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Frame Lake Trail
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Yellowknife, NT (YZF)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Yellowknife

At The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife you'll be within steps of Yellowknife Veterans Memorial and Northern Frontier Visitors Center. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .The restaurant, Traders Grill, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Trapline Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. 7200 square feet (669 square metres) of event facilities include 9 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and coffee/tea in a common area. On weekday mornings buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Yellowknife hotel include Frame Lake Trail and Northern Arts and Cultural Centre.

What's nearby

  • Yellowknife Veterans Memorial - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Northern Frontier Visitors Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Frame Lake Trail - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bush Pilot's Monument - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Yellowknife, NT (YZF) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sundog Trading Post - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

Eco-certified hotel with free airport shuttle and 24-hour fitness centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and 9 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 7200 square feet (669 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free at scheduled times. Self parking is free.

This Yellowknife hotel is smoke free.

  • 259 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 7200 sq ft of conference space
  • 669 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1976
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife offers 259 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Malay, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CAD 18 to 32 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Traders Grill
  • Trapline Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (7,200 square foot of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 50.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 18.00 to 32.00 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 50.0 per day

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 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Yep, The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife has a free self car park.

What makes The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife.

Does The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 565 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 565 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 565 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 565 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 565 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

cyrus

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and comfertable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Errol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property that is within close proximity (10 mins drive) of the airport with a free airport shuttle. The hotel caters to several of the northern lights tour operators. The hotel rooms are spacious which is great for storing all your extra winter gear. The breakfast options are great and so is the staff service throughout the hotel. There is also a gym with fairly new equipment, meeting rooms and conference rooms. The hotel also offers luggage storage, which can be quite convenient depending on your arrival/departure time. Guests can easily walk from the hotel to nearby stores if you need any groceries/pharmacy supplies. Similarly the Northern Heritage Centre (a museum) is within walking distance to the hotel. Our bathroom was a little dated, but comfortable enough for short trips. All in all, this is a good, reliable hotel with excellent service and I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Haresh

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

10/10 Excellent

Hossain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Branden

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

TOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s acceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice rooms, kind staff, and great location, within walking distance of downtown and Old Town. On one day the shower stopped fully functioning with almost no pressure. The food was also mediocre but very expensive. All in all, a nice hotel to stay, but very pricy for the quality of services.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy beds, great employees and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Annette

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe. The price is not worth the value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess, Edmonton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great view from my room. Accomodated to my room requests. The only downside was parking (could get a little tough at times). And had someone sitting outside twice either asking for money or asking me to buy something off of them. I get times are tough, and I feel for those being hit the hardest, but it just wasn't something I was expecting to happen when I was checking in and out of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel, Calgary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024