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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:
Crownest Pass
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.
Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park
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.
Drumheller and Dinosaur Provincial Park
Everyone is dwarfed to childlike stature at this mind-boggling attraction, hosting one of the most extensive collections of fossil beds in the world.
The area surrounding Drumheller is the largest area of badlands in Canada, and Drumheller grew from a miner's town to one of the most visited sites in the province! This exciting spot is not only for science buffs - it is wildly interesting for people of all ages and interests because of its amazing collection of dinosaur bones and eggs. The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology hosts life-size models, full skeletons, fossils, hands-on exhibits, films, and an indoor science garden that illustrates millions of years of geological and biological progressions. Fill your water bottle, and check out the nearby Horseshoe Canyon, Canada's own Grand Canyon, where 70 million years of history is carved into the land. A drive around the East Coulee and Hoodoo Trail reveals sandstone columns capped by a hard rock (the 'Hoodoos'), as well as the mining town of East Coulee, where all the above-ground buildings have been preserved as they were when the mine was closed in the early 1980s. Book accommodations in the Drumheller area and embrace your inner child as you explore this dinosaur home closely.
Fort Macleod
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).
Designated a world heritage site by UNESCO, the Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump in Fort Macleod celebrates the hunting techniques used by natives for 6,000 years. Natives used to steer massive herds of buffalo towards the jump in order to kill them for food and supplies. Tour guides are members of the Blackfoot Nation, and guide visitors through the interactive center, which is built into the cliff and has seven levels of displays.
Lethbridge
The thriving center of Southern Alberta, Lethbridge is abundant in agricultural resources.
Lethbridge is Alberta's third largest city, with several urban parks as well as the stunning complex of the University of Lethbridge, designed by Arthur Erickson, a renowned Canadian architect. Whoop-up Days in August celebrate the city in a traditional way, with a popular rodeo.
Medicine Hat
Discover more about First Nations history in the world's tallest teepee.
Waterton Lakes National Park
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.
Our Calgary hotel has many amenities including free Easy Starts breakfast and free local calls. Use the on-site exercise room and free wireless high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel. All spacious guest rooms are air conditioned and come with microwave, refrigerators, flat screen TV, coffee makers and hair dryers. Some rooms have spacious desks and kitchenettes. Laundry facilities.
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Calgary Airport: 11.9km
Downtown Calgary: 6.1km
Our beautiful hotel is near Calgary City Centre. We offer free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV in all of our guests rooms, along with private bathrooms that have walk in showers. Our guests can swim in our indoor pool, or use our fitness centre. Le Soleil Spa is available for our guests. There is also a shared lounge and a games room available. There is also an on-site bar.
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Calgary Airport: 10.6km
Downtown Calgary: 6.1km
Our beautiful suite is located in Downtown Calgary. We offer free Wi-Fi, and free parking on-site. There is a fitness centre, Restaurant, and bar for our guests to enjoy. Our suite comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a living area with a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. We also provide a washer and tumble dryer. The suite has floor to ceiling windows for guests to enjoy the view.
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Calgary Airport: 12.4km
Downtown Calgary: 1km
This Calgary hotel is in downtown Calgary and features an indoor pool with whirlpool tub. After working in the business center, guests can workout in the on-site fitness center. Guests can enjoy a casual meal in Moxie's Classic Grill, then have a drink in the Mbar Lounge. City attractions such as the Calgary Tower and Telus Convention Centre are only minutes away.
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Calgary Airport: 15.2km
Downtown Calgary: 1.4km
With 81 Eurostyle rooms and 15 One-Bedroom suites, Hotel Alma is large enough to host a major event, yet small enough to feel intimate and welcoming. Enjoy our Bistro Alma with a glass bar that glows, a silver screen that shimmers, and furnishings like iconic Phillipe Starck Hudson barstools, black crystal chandeliers, and hot tangerine Verner Panton chairs.
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Calgary Airport: 11.9km
Downtown Calgary: 8.3km
Make your extended stay as comfortable and convenient as possible with this Calgary South Inn. Located across the street from South Health Campus. Our hotel features apartment-like suites with studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Fully equipped kitchen, free high-speed Wi-Fi and flat-panel TVs. Complimentary breakfast buffet and our full-service spa featuring a Turkish-inspired hammam.
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Calgary Airport: 32.9km
Downtown Calgary: 25.6km
Centered in the heart of downtown Calgary, steps from the cultural, recreational and business areas of the city, this all-suites Calgary hotel features first-class amenities, unrivaled services and spacious accommodations. Relax with a massage from the spa, plan the day with help from the knowledgeable concierge services or watch a movie on in-room flat-screen TVs.
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Calgary Airport: 10.5km
Downtown Calgary: 0.8km
Our downtown Calgary hotel is at the intersection of the city's business and cultural districts. Calgary. Our guests have convenient access to all venues through the Calgary skywalk system and public transportation. Enjoy our Elements Bistro offering extensive dynamic menu options all day or visit with friends or colleagues in the Elements Bar & Lobby Lounge.
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Calgary Airport: 13.6km
Downtown Calgary: 0.9km
Our Calgary hotel has room types to meet all your needs. Choose from any of our 103 beautifully appointed non smoking hotel rooms, from Jacuzzi Suites, Junior Executive Suites, or Conference Suites - we have the perfect hotel room in Calgary for you. Our Lavish continental breakfast offering everything from fresh fruit, to breads, Danishes and Belgian waffles.
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Calgary Airport: 31.6km
Downtown Calgary: 17.1km
Take a video tour of this hotel! Located just minutes from downtown Calgary and Stampede Park is the Holiday Inn Calgary Macleod Trail South. This Calgary meeting hotel offers warm hospitality, and exceptional services suited to please business and leisure travelers alike. In addition, this well equipped meeting hotel is home to Calgary's premier meetings facility specializing in hosting groups.
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Calgary Airport: 16.9km
Downtown Calgary: 4.1km
Our convenient Calgary airport hotel includes a free shuttle to and from your YYC flights. Unwind with a workout in the fitness centre or a nice soak in the heated indoor pool and whirlpool tub. Free high-speed Internet access and our complimentary, hot Be Our Guest Breakfast buffet for Belgian waffles, fresh fruit, and more. Chili's offers convenient room service.
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Calgary Airport: 5.3km
Downtown Calgary: 10km
Our suite is located in Calgary City Centre. This suite's décor is contemporary with an inviting atmosphere. Our accommodation provides free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV with Cable. Our apartment comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a 24-hour email reception that is available to our guests. We also offer weekly house-cleaning services.
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Calgary Airport: 13.5km
Downtown Calgary: 1.9km
Our downtown Caglary hotel is close to the trendy 17th Avenue district with numerous shops, restaurants and the Saddledome. Rent one of our guestrooms and for a spacious suite every time! Our rates include complimentary high-speed Internet access, business centre access, fitness centre access and parking. Start your day off right! Join us for our complimentary hot buffet breakfast!
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Calgary Airport: 15.9km
Downtown Calgary: 1.9km
This Calgary hotel is one block of the University of Calgary. The completely non-smoking hotel offers an indoor pool with waterslide, free Wi-Fi and a hot daily breakfast. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Calgary University NW features a 25-inch cable TV and a coffee maker in every guest room. Rooms are also equipped with a work desk and ironing facilities.
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Calgary Airport: 11.7km
Downtown Calgary: 17.1km
Prime location in East Village near major offices and attractions. Modern rooms with microwave, mini-fridge and complimentary WiFi. All-day dining, plus room service and 24-hour convenience mart. Event space and ballroom. Our indoor pool, whirlpool and 24-hour fitness center are great places to re-energize. Business Center, 24-hour Pavilion Pantry and pet-friendly guest rooms.
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Calgary Airport: 10.3km
Downtown Calgary: 1km
Our manor is located near the Cardston Municipal Golf course and the Remington-Alberta Carriage Centre. Our guest suite comes with a microwave and a refrigerator. There is a restaurant located on-site. Free Wi-Fi and breakfast are provided. A dining area with tea and coffee-making facilities are featured in our suite. We also provide a nicely decorated lounge that includes a flat-screen TV.
This Drumheller hotel features a free continental breakfast each morning. Free Wi-Fi is available. The hotel offers rooms with cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator. A coffee maker and a work desk are included. Free parking space is available and is large enough for trucks and buses. Fitness room, meeting rooms and saunas will be available in summer of 2012.
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Downtown Drumheller: 2.7km
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
Our Hanna Alberta Bed and Breakfast is a completely separate building from our home. This offers our guests privacy, they are able to make themselves at home. We have three tastefully decorated rooms to choose from, each with their own bathroom. A complimentary tea tray is set out for you to enjoy, take a walk down the country lane, relax and enjoy your stay!
Our Lethbridge hotel features a microwave and a refrigerator each of our guest rooms. Free Wi-Fi and breakfast is provided. A cable TV is offered in our rooms. Coffee-making facilities and a desk are provided. You can enjoy a daily breakfast including cereal, fruit and juices. A 24-hour reception is offered. Our business centre is provided for added convenience.
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Airport: 6.2km
Downtown Lethbridge: 3.3km
Our Medicine Hat motel offers the basic comforts to make your stay an enjoyable one. Whether you're on holidays or looking for an extended stay we would be pleased to help make it an enjoyable one. 38 rooms of which 5 are family suites. Rooms include refrigerator, hot plate, microwave, coffee maker, cable television, free WI-FI, ample parking with plug ins and air conditioning.
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Downtown Medicine Hat: 4.4km
Our Strathmore bed and breakfast is refurbished to its original charm, our historic B&B is located 13 km from Strathmore city centre. All our rooms showcase period furnishings. A homemade breakfast is served daily. Overlooking the garden, each of our rooms includes free Wi-Fi. They also feature original hard wood floors. You can enjoy a hearty breakfast in the dining room.
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Downtown Strathmore: 15.6km
For your convenience, all rooms in this Elkwater lodge and cabins have in-room coffee, satellite television and access to the pool area. All rooms come with a kitchenette which includes a microwave, coffee maker, mini fridge, bar sink and air conditioning. Many suites also have river-rock gas fireplaces and decks.
This Granum’s B & B offers warm, comfortable, clean surroundings in a home featuring central AC/heating, free WiFi, jacuzzi tub, laundry service and pet friendly accommodations. You’ll love the 6 foot high privacy fence in the backyard; it’s our own little oasis in the prairies! Free breakfast.
You’ll find Oyen near the Alberta and Saskatchewan border. Make the family owned and operated your home away from home. Whether you are here for business, or just a visit, we offer: Pet Friendly (fee), In Room Kitchenettes, Microwaves, Suites Available with Air Conditioning. Wheelchair Accessible Rooms. Free Parking, Fitness and Business Centre and Complimentary Breakfast.
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