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Welcome to Central Alberta, a region as prosperous as it is beautiful. Residents of Central Alberta enjoy a wonderful quality of life and extend their warm hospitality to visitors. Rolling foothills, a collection of lakes, and the open prairie make for memorable outdoor adventures. The abundance of wildlife and birds provide for some unique up-close encounters. Photographers get your cameras ready! Plan a stay in Central Alberta and see why this region is considered one of the best in the world to live. Communities to check out include:

Lacombe

If you are a birdwatcher, flock to the Ellis Bird Farm where you can stroll through a collection of gardens and observe a variety of bird species.

Located just north of Red Deer in the heart of Alberta's parkland, Lacombe is a beautifully kept town with a main street that has recently been authentically restored. The town is committed to bridging the past and the present, and the historical society operates a blacksmith shop downtown, which is open to visitors. Nearby Aspen Beach Provincial Park was the first provincial park declared in Alberta, and there is plenty of opportunity for swimming, hiking, and bird watching.

Red Deer

This community between the cities of Edmonton and Calgary is known for its friendly hospitality.

Situated in the gently rolling parkland of Central Alberta, Red Deer is a prosperous city with plenty to offer visitors. Red Deer is situated on the 'Boomtown Trail', a connected collection of communities with the distinct architecture of the Boomtown period still maintained. Set off on a self-guided tour of these communities or take part in a guided tour aboard an authentic steam-train. Red Deer took its name from Scottish settlers who mistook the elk in the area for the red deer of their homeland. The city is close to the Lake Country's Sylvan and Gull Lakes.

Rocky Mountain House

Delve into the rich history of the fur trade at the Rocky Mountain House National Historic Park where marked trails take you through four original fur trading posts.

What is now a timber, agriculture, oil and gas resource center was once the site of four fur trading posts in the early nineteenth century. The National Historic Park site features a walking trail system where audio guides and illustrated signs take visitors from post to post. For the nature enthusiast, there are several signs depicting the plants of the region as well as other natural points of interest. Wildlife near Rocky Mountain House includes elk, deer, mountain goats, bears, and bighorn sheep. Outdoor activities such as golf, white water rafting, canoeing and trail riding are among the most popular things to do while visiting.

Vegreville

Visit the world's largest painted Ukrainian Easter egg!

The first settlers in Vegreville were of Ukrainian heritage, and today the town boasts its heritage with its humungous Easter egg (the world's largest, in fact, standing 9 m/30 ft high.) In July, the Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg) festival showcases Ukrainian culture and features the country's best Ukrainian dancers.

Whitecourt

Whitecourt is built at the fork of four rivers, so water sports such as fishing and boating are always popular here.

A water sport lover's paradise, Whitecourt is the meeting point of the McLeod, Athabasca, and Eagle Rivers, as well as the Beaver Creek. The town hosts family riverboat races and rallies each year. In the winter, Whitecourt is the snowmobile capital of Alberta.

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Ramada Inn Camrose
Ramada Inn Camrose
4702 73rd Street Highway 21 at Highway 13
Camrose
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This Camrose hotel offers mountains views and is within walking distance of Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge. The Inn features a three-story water slide, indoor pool and rooms with cable TV. Guest rooms provide seating areas and desks. They are furnished with safety deposit boxes, microwaves and refrigerators. They also include coffee makers and hairdryers.
Best Western Cold Lake Inn
Best Western Cold Lake Inn
4814-52 St.
Cold Lake
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We provide comfortable accommodations for business and leisure travelers to the Cold Lake Alberta area. This hotel offers easy access to Cold Lake Canadian Air Force Base, Cold Lake Provincial Park, Cold Lake Marina, Imperial Oil, and Medley Airport. Hotel guests can enjoy hiking, biking and rollerblading along the nearby Millennium Trail.
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Downtown Cold Lake:  7km
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Drayton Valley
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Drayton Valley
5001 Brougham Drive
Drayton Valley
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Our Drayton Valley hotel boasts large comfortable guest rooms and suites with up-to-date decor and amenities. These include complimentary breakfast and complimentary high speed Internet.
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Downtown Drayton Valley:  1.4km
Quality Inn West Harvest Edmonton
Quality Inn West Harvest Edmonton
17803 Stony Plain Road NW
Edmonton
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Our 159 rooms and executive rooms in West Edmonton, the Quality Inn West Harvest is large enough to offer a full range of personal and business amenities, yet small enough to provide you with personalized service. Our three-story concrete facility has a quiet and relaxing environment, ensuring our guests and their pets a comfortable stay. We are a two minutes drive from the West Edmonton Mall.
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Airport:  42km
Downtown Edmonton:  9.8km
Delta Edmonton South Hotel and Conference Center
Delta Edmonton South Hotel and Conference Center
4404 Gateway Boulevard
Edmonton
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If you thought all there is to Alberta?s capital city is its rich roster of festivals, you?re wrong.
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Airport:  23km
Downtown Edmonton:  8.2km
Best Western Westwood Inn
Best Western Westwood Inn
18035 Stoney Plain Road
Edmonton
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We are ideally situated in the heart of Edmonton's West End business center. Hotel guests will be close to West Edmonton Mall, Fort Edmonton Park, Old Strathcona Model & Toy Museum and the Odyssium Space and Science Center.
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Airport:  38.9km
Downtown Edmonton:  9.5km
Comfort Inn West Edmonton
Comfort Inn West Edmonton
17610 100th Ave.
Edmonton
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Welcome to the pet-friendly Comfort Inn West Edmonton, with a wide variety of places to go and activities to enjoy, make your choice to stay with us whether it be for business, leisure or a bit of both.
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Airport:  40.3km
Downtown Edmonton:  18.2km
Fantasyland Hotel at West Edmonton Mall
Fantasyland Hotel at West Edmonton Mall
17700 - 87 Avenue
Edmonton
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This Edmonton hotel is connected to the West Edmonton Mall, which offers over 800 stores, Galaxyland Amusement Park and a mini golf course. It offers 2 full-service restaurants and free parking Every room at Fantasyland Hotel features a 42-inch flat-screen TV and small refrigerator. A coffee maker and safety deposit box are also included.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Edmonton-At The Mall
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Edmonton-At The Mall
10017 179 A Street
Edmonton
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'Stay Smart' at the award winning Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - West Edmonton. Our 3 1/2 star property is ideally located in the heart of commercial west Edmonton, just 3 minutes away from the 'greatest indoor show on earth' - West Edmonton Mall! Every room in this bright & tastefully decorated hotel features amenities travelers have come to appreciate such as comfortable bedding and funct
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Airport:  39.9km
Downtown Edmonton:  9.3km
Econo Lodge Southwest
Econo Lodge Southwest
4009 Gateway Blvd.
Edmonton
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Our Edmonton hotel is ideally located close to many local points of interests: the University of Alberta, the Royal Alberta Museum and Northlands Spectrum horse racing park. We are also minutes from the Shaw Conference Center, the Commonwealth Stadium, featuring the Edmonton Eskimos football team. This pet-friendly hotel offers guests free local calls, free coffee and free parking.
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Airport:  22.5km
Downtown Edmonton:  11km
Argyll Plaza Hotel
Argyll Plaza Hotel
9933-63 Avenue
Edmonton
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We are located in the heart of Edmonton's southside near Whyte Avenue, Old Strathcona Farmer's Market, Ikea, the University, Gateway Entertainment Centre, nightlife and unique shops. You will find the comforts of home in all of our 48 designer-decorated guest rooms offering amenities for your convenience. We are connected to the Argyll Plaza Arena and offer special team rates for hockey clubs.
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Airport:  8.8km
Downtown Edmonton:  5.9km
Sawridge Inn Edmonton South
Sawridge Inn Edmonton South
4235 Gateway Blvd
Edmonton
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Located in the Business District of south Edmonton, this Edmonton hotel offers free shuttle service to and from Edmonton International Airport and the nearby West Edmonton Mall. Sawridge Inn Edmonton South features a 24-hour fitness center. After an intense workout, guests can enjoy a meal in the on-site restaurant and lounge.
Alberta Place Suite Hotel
Alberta Place Suite Hotel
10049 103 Street
Edmonton
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Experience all that Edmonton has to offer at the Alberta Place Suite Hotel. Each of our fully furnished suites offers you a full size kitchen. Our affordable rates are ideal for all travelers.
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Airport:  31km
Downtown Edmonton:  0.3km
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Edmonton North
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Edmonton North
13742 50 St
Edmonton
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Our Edmonton hotel features 95 well appointed guest rooms and suites, a smoke free environment, passes to World Health fitness facility, high-speed Internet, plug in parking, swimming pool and hot tub, lobby ATM, individually controlled heating and cooling unit, complimentary Express Start hot breakfast.
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Airport:  9.2km
Downtown Edmonton:  9.5km
Canterra Suites Executive Hotel
Canterra Suites Executive Hotel
11010 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton
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Savour the privacy and comfort of a spacious apartment at Canterra Suites, a handsome and secure Edmonton Hotel. Conduct your business from an office within your apartment suite or enjoy a family stay where everyone can have the privacy of a separate bedroom. At Canterra you may book daily stays or a long term stay customized to your particular needs.
Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel
Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel
10155 105th Street
Edmonton
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The Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel offers premium hotel services, dedicated and knowledgeable staff, and impressive meeting facilities for events or weddings in our downtown Edmonton hotel.
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Airport:  30.8km
Downtown Edmonton:  0.6km
Chateau Motel
Chateau Motel
1414 Calgary Trail SW
Edmonton
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This Edmonton motel is just off Highway 2, within a 25-minute drive of downtown. The pet-friendly motel offers free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and free coffee. Chateau Motel features satellite TV and free local calls in every guest room. Non-smoking rooms are available. Free on-site parking is available. Guests can also enjoy a meal at the next door restaurant.
Travelodge Edmonton West
Travelodge Edmonton West
18320 Stony Plain Road
Edmonton
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Travelodge Edmonton West is home of the Sleepy Bear Water Park featuring a waterslide, swimming pool and whirlpool, and is conveniently located just west of the city.
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Airport:  39.4km
Downtown Edmonton:  9.8km
Radisson Hotel Edmonton South
Radisson Hotel Edmonton South
4440 Gateway Boulevard
Edmonton
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The Radisson Hotel Edmonton South is ideally located in South Edmonton, just minutes from the International Airport, West Edmonton Mall and the city center.
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Airport:  23km
Downtown Edmonton:  8.3km
Crowne Plaza Hotel Edmonton - Chateau Lacombe
Crowne Plaza Hotel Edmonton - Chateau Lacombe
10111 Bellamy Hill NW
Edmonton
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The Crowne Plaza Chateau Lacombe Located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, a 24 storey three diamond convention hotel. Close to many corporate offices,Government Centre and the Shaw Conference Centre. Conveniently situated to downtown shopping malls, movie theatres, restaurants and Edmonton's nightlife. The Business Centre, accessible 24 hours a day can accommodate all administrative needs. A
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Airport:  30.8km
Downtown Edmonton:  0.2km
Best Western Cedar Park Inn
Best Western Cedar Park Inn
5116 Gateway Blvd.
Edmonton
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Our Edmonton hotel is located on a major thoroughfare, Gateway Boulevard north and Calgary Trail south at 51st Avenue and is near numerous recreational activities including hiking, biking and beautiful public parks.
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Airport:  23.9km
Downtown Edmonton:  7.4km
Days Inn Downtown Edmonton
Days Inn Downtown Edmonton
10041 - 106 Street
Edmonton
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In the heart of Downtown Edmonton, this newly renovated award winning hotel is 100 Percent Non-Smoking and is close to government centers, legislature grounds, sites, attractions, shopping centers, hospitals and many restaurants.
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Airport:  30.5km
Downtown Edmonton:  0.7km
Travelodge Edmonton East
Travelodge Edmonton East
3414 118th Ave
Edmonton
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Just one km from the Trans-Canadian Highway, this Edmonton hotel has rooms with cable TV, microwave and refrigerators. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There are seating areas with sofas in some of the rooms. Smoking and non-smoking accommodations are offered. Along with an on-site restaurant and lounge, guests can use the hotel's business center and game room. Breakfast is offered.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Sherwood Park-Edmonton Area
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Sherwood Park-Edmonton Area
11 Portage Lane
Sherwood Park
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The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is located in Sherwood Park the heart of Strathcona County; and an Edmonton suburban getaway on the Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway. The hotel is situated within minutes of Millennium Place Recreation Centre and local attractions such as Elk Island National Park, Ukraininan Cultural Heritage Park, West Edmonton Mall, Rexall Place, Edmonton City Cent
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Airport:  43.8km
Downtown Sherwood Park:  6.1km
Ramada Limited - Sherwood Park
Ramada Limited - Sherwood Park
30 Broadway Blvd
Sherwood Park
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Ramada Limited Edmonton East/Sherwood Park is conveniently located in Sherwood Park, Alberta close to Broadmoor and Baseline and 12 miles from Downtown Edmonton. This Edmonton hotel provides free continental breakfast, free wireless high speed internet access, computer desk and coin laundry facility. A newly renovated fitness room has treadmills, stationery bikes, elliptical and universal gym.
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Airport:  18.2km
Downtown Edmonton:  13km

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