The Explorer Hotel, Yellowknife

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, Canada, X1A 2R3
Great
8.1
8.8
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3.9
3.6
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With a rating of 8.1/10, The Explorer Hotel offers year-round adventure and is your place to watch the aurora and enjoy outdoor activities. This 4-star Yellowknife hotel features a range of amenities including a full-service restaurant, meeting space, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Rooms & Facilities

Accommodations at The Explorer Hotel include 259 newly updated rooms featuring comfortable pillowtop mattresses, flat-screen HDTVs, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can choose from Superior, Deluxe, and Signature Suites, some of which include kitchenettes and unique decor celebrating Northern heritage.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include Trader's Grill, which specializes in elevated Northern Canadian cuisine, and the Trapline Lounge, offering innovative pub fare. The restaurant is known for the best Sunday brunch in the North, featuring locally sourced and seasonal dishes.

Leisure & Business

Leisure activities include opportunities for watching the aurora, dogsledding, and fishing. The Explorer Hotel also provides 557.4 m² of meeting space, accommodating various events from small gatherings to larger conferences, making it suitable for both business and leisure.

Local Area & Transportation

Located close to key attractions such as Old Town and Somba K'e Park, The Explorer Hotel is accessible via Yellowknife Airport, which serves multiple airlines. Guests can enjoy local shopping, art galleries, and vibrant nightlife within walking distance.

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The Explorer Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Superior King Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub

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Facilities

The Explorer Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • 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 centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

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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The Explorer Hotel Location

4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, Canada, X1A 2R3
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4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, Canada, X1A 2R3
Nearby
Gallery
Northern Images
1100 ft
Public Building
Yellowknife City Hall & Park
1400 ft
4701 Franklin Avenue
Aurora Emporium Art Gallery
1300 ft
Shopping Area
Centre Square Mall
1900 ft
Amusement Park
Somba K'e park
1400 ft
Park
Sombe K'e Civic Plaza
1900 ft
Restaurants
Traders Grill
200 ft
4825 49th Ave
Trapline Lounge
200 ft
4825 49th Ave
Flavour Trader
700 ft
4750 48 Street Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Center
The Black Knight Pub
900 ft
4910-49th Street
Elke's Table
700 ft
4911 47 St
Quarry Restaurant + Lounge
300 ft
4571 48 St Chateau Nova
Mark's Restaurant
1000 ft
51st St & 50th Ave
Sushi North
1400 ft
4910 50th Ave 200
Coyote's Bistro on Franklin
1400 ft
4511 50th Ave 2nd Floor
Savannah"s Family Restaurant
1400 ft
4910 Franklin Ave
Getting around
City Centre
Yellowknife5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Yellowknife Airport (YZF)9 min  ·  3.5 mi
Rae Lakes, NT (YRA)159 min  ·  65.8 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Tagalog / Filipino
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
152

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Explorer Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 136 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
80%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.6/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.4/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
7.5/10
Guest reviews
based on 98 reviews
8.1/10
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