History is literally buried deep in the ground in this region; the land is brimming with stories to tell visitors who will listen! The 'badlands' as they are called, are home to dinosaur bones and eggs, mines, canyons, and hills. The region's rich Aboriginal culture is shared through several museums and attractions such as the famous Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump. Picturesque spots such as the Cypress Hills and Waterton Lakes parks are a haven for the camera-happy visitor - one visit to Southern Alberta and you will never be the same. Here are some hotspots to check out:
Get swept away in the colourful stories of coal mining, rum running, and rockslides in this mining town.
This town has a story to tell. As a mining town it witnessed several disasters throughout its history including a deadly rockslide and a fatal mining accident. These incidents among others provide many colourful stories. Check out the Bellevue Mine tour, where visitors don a hard-hat and miner's lamp and descend underground into an old coal mine.
An oasis in the 'desert' of Southern Alberta, this parkland straddles the Saskatchewan and Alberta borders, and offers outdoor activities for everyone.
With cooler temperatures and more rain than the rest of the grassland region, this park supports an astounding array of flora and fauna such as pines, aspen, wetlands, moose, deer and squirrels. It is the highest point between Banff and Labrador, and visitors can spend the day golfing, cycling, playing tennis, hiking, playing at a variety of water sports, horseback riding, skating, or skiing.
Everyone is dwarfed to childlike stature at this mind-boggling attraction, hosting one of the most extensive collections of fossil beds in the world.
Ever wondered just how the Indian tribes steered the buffalo over the jump to their death? Find out at the Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a world heritage site as designated by UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization).
Discover more about First Nations history in the world's tallest teepee.
Prepare to see the most picturesque views around in this special location where the open prairies meet looming distant mountains. A hidden gem only beginning to be truly discovered.
On the edge of the Rockies, but still in the Alberta prairies lies the stunning Waterton Lakes National Park. With breathtaking views that are post-card worthy, visitors will not be disappointed. Stay in a Waterton Lakes National Park area accommodation and relax, or take part in the hiking, golfing, fishing, boating, cycling and skiing offered. Keep the camera ready to catch squirrels, marmots, deer, bears, bison, and thousands of waterfowl on film.
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Our Taber motor inn offers free Wi-Fi available throughout the motel and cable TV in every room. A microwave and fridge are standard in every room. Each room has an en suite bathroom and individual climate control. Fax and photocopying services are available at the motel. A daily continental breakfast is offered.
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Downtown Taber: 2km
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The Heritage Inn in Taber resides in beautiful, sunny, southern Alberta. It offers the business and leisure traveler a wide variety of amenities and professional services. With your convenience and comfort in mind, we have 74 rooms that include: 2 standard suites, 2 kitchenette suites, 1 executive suite with Jacuzzi, 3 handicap accessible rooms, and nonsmoking rooms.
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Downtown Taber: 0.7km
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The Taber Motel is located just off Highway 3 and offers free Wi-Fi in every room and a 24-hour front desk. A microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker are in the traditional-style guest rooms. There is cable TV along with a seating area. Rooms with a kitchenette are available. This pet-friendly motel offers guest laundry facilities as well as free local calls and free parking.
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Downtown Taber: 1.7km
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Visit our Airdrie hotel located 18 km north of Calgary International Airport on Highway 2. Our Airdrie hotel offers in-room amenities like free Wi-Fi Internet access, work desks and microwaves. Book a suite with a kitchenette or Jacuzzi for additional comfort. Slide down the waterslide into our indoor pool, soak in the hot tub or get a workout in the fitness center.
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Downtown Airdrie: 4km
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We are conveniently located 10 km from the Calgary International Airport off Highway 2. Our Super 8 in Airdrie is located near restaurants, shopping, and area attractions. All rooms offer free wireless high speed internet, iron and boards, fridges, and hair dryers. We provide free pool passes to the Aquatic Centre directly across the street. In the morning we offer a Super Start breakfast.
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Downtown Airdrie: 4.7km
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Just north of Calgary, Airdrie is home to several sporting franchises and a multitude of parks and recreation areas. All of our well-appointed guest rooms have microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, spacious work desks, voice mail, hair dryers and cable television. Ask about our rooms that have sofa sleepers.
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Downtown Airdrie: 3.9km
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This well-maintained Airdrie hotel provides a spa, exercise facility and business center, as well as free high-speed Internet access to all guests. An onsite restaurant and lounge provide guests with family-style dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Hotel guests receive all the comforts of home with the right in room amenities including a complimentary newspaper delivered daily.
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Downtown Airdrie: 1km
Calgary Airport: 23.8km
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The newly opened Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Airdrie - Calgary North is conveniently located off Hwy #2. Hotel features include: 79 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, microwaves and mini-fridges, Business Center, Fitness Center, Indoor pool, Waterslide, Meeting Facilities, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, High Speed Internet access and free local phone calls. Visit Airdrie, AB and
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Downtown Airdrie: 4.2km
Calgary Airport: 25.9km
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This Balzac bed and breakfast is an 8-minute drive from downtown and CrossIron Mills Mall. It features uniquely designed rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily breakfast. Each individually themed room at CrossIron Manor includes a private bathroom and air conditioning. With warm colors and carpeted floors, all rooms have plenty of lighting and dark wood furniture.
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Downtown Calgary: 26.2km
Calgary Airport: 18.5km
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Our Blairmore hotel is located in the heart of the beautiful Crowsnest Pass, a great mountain get-away to explore the outdoors with a taste of Alberta's History. Within 1 hour's drive of 6 Scenic Mountain Golf Courses. World Class Fishing, and snowmobile with over 1,200 km of groomed trails. Our hotel is family owned and operated and has a hotel bar with plenty of good old-fashioned hospitality.
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Our Blairmore motel has family atmosphere and beautiful rooms to provide the perfect setting for your Crowsnest Pass (Blairmore) vacation. All guaranteed by AAA and Mobil Travel Guide quality ratings! We offer affordable rates, refrigerator, microwave, HBO, and WiFi. We guarantee you a perfect vacation at a very reasonable cost.
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This Bragg Creek bed and breakfast features a daily 3-course gourmet breakfast, free bike rentals and a games lounge. Guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen TV is provided in each room. Rooms offer bathrobes, slippers and spa-like amenities. Guests can play pool or watch a selection of DVDs on the TV. A fully stocked fridge with snacks and soft drinks is also available.
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Calgary Airport: 53.8km
Downtown Calgary: 38.1km
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This Brooks hotel is within walking distance of Brooks Museum and 3 minutes from Cassiles Centre Mall. It features spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily continental breakfast. A microwave and refrigerator are standard in every room at the Travelodge Brooks. All air-conditioned rooms include a cable TV and seating area. Laundry facilities and free on-site parking are offered.
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Downtown Brooks: 2.7km
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Experience our 1912 Arts & Craft style home with its English ambiance. Relax, be comfortable & be you, say Jonathon & Graham Stay and share our experiences of Calgary, enjoy our hospitality, hearty breakfasts and sleep well on our deluxe beds with their pillow top deep mattresses. Enjoy our amenities, including a computer with free internet, private ensuite bathrooms, jetted tubs & gas fireplaces.
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Downtown Calgary: 2.8km
Calgary Airport: 15.8km
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Our Calgary location is 10 km from the Calgary International Airport. During your stay you will receive a beautiful suite with a full kitchen, a hot breakfast buffet and Internet. Whether you are visiting for 1 day or relocating to Calgary, let us help you make living on the road easy. In the evening, drop in on the social hour or catch up via Internet in front of a cozy fireplace.
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Downtown Calgary: 9.7km
Calgary Airport: 19.5km
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Our Claresholm hotel has comfortable rooms, spacious suites and offers amenities like a coffee maker, refrigerator and free Wi-Fi Internet access. Book a Jacuzzi suite and relax the night away. Non-smoking rooms are available at our pet-friendly hotel. Free parking for your truck, bus or RV with outdoor outlets. Fuel up for your next adventure with free continental breakfast before heading out.
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Downtown Fort Macleod: 42.4km
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We are located in Drumheller Alberta and offer numerous spa services and treatments from luxury to healing. We provide old charm accommodation with the amenities of a full service spa. Built before 1921 our country inn has been refashioned into one of Alberta's finest. We are proud to be designated as the only three diamond property in the area by the Canadian and American Automobile Associations.
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Downtown Drumheller: 0.7km
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We are located in Fort MacLeod, Alberta and offer comfortable, reasonably priced accommodations with an emphasis on cleanliness and prompt, friendly service. We are located at the juncture of the #2 and #3 highways - gateway to either the Crowsnest Pass area and B.C. or north to Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie. Fort MacLeod is historic; it's the early home of the North West Mounted Police.
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Downtown Fort Macleod: 0.2km
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At our Medicine Hat hotel you can expect friendly guest services available 24 hours and 90 spacious and cozy room selections which each offer great in-room amenities. Exceptional value, comfort, and a great location make our hotel perfect destination for families, business travelers, or for that special getaway. We are conveniently located at the intersection of Highways No. 1 and No. 3.
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Downtown Medicine Hat: 4.4km
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Relax in Okotoks at this Victorian style home with a wrap around veranda adorned with flowers and white wicker. Cozy up by the fire with a glass of wine with your sweetie for a romantic couples massage in the Harmony suite. Sink into the four post bed in Melody's dream room or pamper yourself with a pedicure. Indulge your taste buds with a home made gourmet breakfast in the formal dinning room.
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Downtown Okotoks: 2.3km
Calgary Airport: 53.7km
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Our Strathmore hotel is located conveniently off the Trans Canada Highway. Strathmore's newest accommodation offers free hot breakfast, business services, high speed internet, fitness facilities, and a pool (with a hot tub and water slide). For leisure or business, we are confident our facility and service will exceed expectations. We are 30 mins from Calgary and under an hour from Drumheller.
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Downtown Strathmore: 0.8km
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We are 45 miles north of the U.S. border and 260 kilometers south of Calgary. Centrally located in the Waterton townsite, the Inn sits on the edge of Waterton Lake and is just steps away from shopping promenades, tennis courts, boat cruises, bicycle rentals, stables, and golfing. Hiking is readily available on park trails and fishing opportunities abound in the area's many lakes and streams.
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Located in the heart of the Waterton townsite, we provide the widest variety of sparkling clean accommodations in the Park. Our spacious rooms range from deluxe suites to cottages with full kitchens and fireplaces. We offer spectacular mountain views, whirlpool, playground, in-room coffee, BBQ & picnic area and other amenities. As well, we are only steps away from all the amenities of the village.
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Our all service facility on 4 acres of land is situated in the center of the mountain village of Waterton Park. 11 separate buildings featuring chalet style guest rooms and suites with spectacular mountain and valley views. Our guest rooms showcase a variety of art created by local artists and unique wood carved fixtures. Many of the chalets have fireplaces, jetted tubs, and kitchenettes
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We are located 45 miles north of the U.S. border and 260 km south of Calgary. Centrally located in the Waterton townsite: steps away from shopping promenades, tennis courts, boat cruises, bicycle rentals, stables, and golfing. Hiking is readily available on park trails, and fishing opportunities abound in the Waterton area's many lakes and streams. Open year-round.
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