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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.
Located in Bonneyville, all of our 103 rooms are equipped with 42" LCD TVs, individual climate control, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, fridge, microwave, rain shower head, wireless high speed internet, and pillow top beds, with comfy duvets and lots of pillows. Executive rooms are available. Enjoy Sandpipers Restaurant and our Crown & Derby Pub.
Our Camrose hotel has 22 rooms that can accommodate large groups, business travelers and families. Our guests can enjoy all the finest comforts of home in our newly renovated rooms with our many modern amenities, including kitchenettes, air-conditioning, wireless Internet, free parking with plug-ins, laundry service and an LCD TV with cable, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker in every room.
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Airport: 102km
Downtown Camrose: 2.3km
Downtown Edmonton: 94.3km
Welcome to Drayton Valley's premier hotel! We offer Jacuzzi suites, business suites and family suites in addition to our regular guest rooms. Business travelers will enjoy the full size work desk, free high speed internet access, voicemail, refrigerator, microwave and 27" televisions. Dine in at our full service family restaurant; enjoy our sports lounge, fitness centre, hot tub and steam sauna.
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Downtown Drayton Valley: 1.5km
Our South Central Edmonton motel is walking distance to many amenities and local restaurants. All guest rooms are equipped with full cable television and air conditioning and offer complimentary coffee. Kitchenette rooms are also available for crew workers or long-term stays. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available. Pet friendly (with fee).
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Airport: 20.5km
Downtown Edmonton: 8.6km
Our downtown Edmonton hotel boasts comfortable guest rooms that are 100% non-smoking. Our rooms' décor was professionally designed to please our valued guests. Our bathrooms feature a six-function multi-action Waterpik showerhead and SolTerre bath amenities. Each guest room features a coffee/tea maker, high-speed Internet, hairdryer, free local telephone calls, and more.
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Airport: 30.5km
Downtown Edmonton: 0.7km
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
Our Edmonton hotel is located near the Mill Woods Golf Course. Our hotel features a spa and restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Our guest rooms offer a refrigerator, Flat-Screen cable TV, a work desk, air-conditioning, and a sitting area. There is a fitness center and indoor pool available for guests to enjoy. A guest Laundromat is located as well on this non-smoking property.
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Airport: 22.7km
Downtown Edmonton: 14.2km
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.
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Airport: 20.1km
Downtown Edmonton: 8.2km
The Metterra is a boutique hotel in the heart of Edmonton's historic Old Strathcona district. Once through our doors you will find a balance, an oasis of cool, a haven of warmth, refined luxury and stylish simplicity. We are five minutes from downtown Edmonton and five minutes from the University of Alberta. We are amidst the action of Whyte Avenue's shops, pubs, restaurants and clubs.
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Airport: 12.9km
Downtown Edmonton: 4.2km
Downtown Three Hills: 0.25km
Our Edmonton inn is near Mayfield Common Shopping Centre. There is a restaurant and bar featured at our Inn. The restaurant offers all day dining options. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Each guest room offers a refrigerator, flat-screen Cable TV, coffee maker, and a desk. There is air-conditioning provided as well. Our hotel provides a Fitness Center and Business center for our guests to use and enjoy.
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Airport: 10.9km
Downtown Edmonton: 8km
Our Edson hotel has 144 spacious rooms. For those staying longer, our apartment suites offer you all the comforts and space, so you can feel right at home while on the road. Our rooms are anything but ordinary. The Queen or King rooms include a table & chairs and flat screen TVs. Sprawl out on a Simmons Beautyrest mattress and enjoy a great nights' sleep.
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Downtown Edson: 3.5km
This Hinton bed & breakfast features painting workshops, spa weekends, and murder mysteries. The rooms at the ranch are furnished with wood paneling and a work desk. Each has a private bathroom. The games room has a small bar with soft drinks. Horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and guided hiking tours are available. Free Wi-fi Available.
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Downtown Hinton: 2.1km
Our Hinton hotel is located off Trans-Canada Highway 16 and has easy access to Jasper National Park. Take a break with a swim in our indoor pool or unwind in our whirlpool. Kitchen units, laundry facilities and practical amenities like refrigerators and microwaves help you make the most of your time on the road. Free SuperStart continental breakfast. Free Wi-Fi Internet. Pet friendly.
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Downtown Hinton: 4.3km
Our Innisfail Retreat Bed & Breakfast Vacation Home offers three rooms on the lower level of the Ranch house and one room on the main level. From all rooms you have access to the main floor common sitting area with sofas and fireplace, big screen Satellite TV with DVD/VCR, breakfast area and main kitchen. We offer FREE Wi-Fi and access to a PC.
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Downtown Three Hills: 106km
All rooms at our Olds Alberta hotel are ready for your convenience with 44 rooms. We have double rooms, single rooms with lounges and rooms with Kitchenettes. Our rooms can accommodate families as well as lounge rooms that are good for more long term visitors. Internet, Cable TV, pet-friendly rooms and more.
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Downtown Olds: 0.4km
We have beautiful rooms all with queen sized beds. Executive Suites are available with upgraded furnishings in cherry wood and upgraded amenities. Jacuzzi Suites with a king size beds and fireplaces are also available.
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Downtown Olds: 1.6km
Our Red Deer hotel has spacious and inviting guest rooms which include flat-screen televisions, refrigerators, coffee makers, desks, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards and cable television. Some rooms also have sofa sleepers and whirlpool bathtubs. Non-smoking rooms can be requested. For added convenience, guest laundry facilities are located on the premises.
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Downtown Red Deer: 2km
Downtown Three Hills: 105km
Our recently renovated Red Deer hotel has the best rates in the area. You can enjoy our clean and comfortable rooms in a convenient location, located on the east side of Gasoline Alley. Easily accessible from Highway 2 and also only one block south from the Westerner grounds and Centrium. Enjoy our Free Continental Breakfast! Free Wi-fi and an extensive TV channel list is also included.
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Downtown Red Deer: 7.7km
Each guest room Red Deer hotel features high-speed wired and wireless Internet access, an in-room microwave and mini-fridge, pillowtop mattresses and an ergonomic desk chair. Enjoy in-room movies, satellite cable on a flat screen TV and complimentary local calls and newspapers. Start each morning a free full breakfast. Take a swim in our indoor pool and whirlpool or enjoy our exercise facility.
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Downtown Red Deer: 4.5km
Our Rocky Mountain House hotel features an indoor pool and a water slide, and is just 2 km away from Rocky Mountain Museum and historical site. Complimentary Wi-Fi is offered in our rooms. Equipped with cable TV, our rooms include a refrigerator and an ensuite bathroom. Select rooms feature a spa bath. A complimentary continental breakfast is available for you. You can relax in the indoor hot tub.
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Rocky Mountain House: 2.9km
Our St. Albert hotel is a brand new smoke free hotel located in the centre of St. Albert's best shopping! This 90 room elegant property is 1 km from the Sturgeon General Hospital. Complimentary full breakfast. Indoor pool, heated. Exercise facility. Guest laundry. Laundromat. High Speed Internet.
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Airport: 11.6km
Downtown Edmonton: 16.8km
Downtown St. Albert: 1.4km
The Sundre Motor Inn has a shared lounge, a bar and on-site dining. This 3-star hotel offers a cash machine, room service and free WiFi. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each room comes with a desk, a private bathroom and a seating area. Some rooms come with a kitchenette.
This Sundre lodge has a large indoor pool and hot tub located in a cedar building. Guestrooms are spacious at the lodge. The rooms have rustic decor and a shared bathroom. The inn serves breakfast to guests on the terrace or poolside. The lodge is located directly across from the Sundre Golf Course.
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Downtown Three Hills: 108km
Our Westlock motel has free Wi-Fi. Rooms are equipped with cable TV. Westlock Pioneer Museum is a 5-minute walk away. Each room has a microwave, fridge and toaster. Guests can also enjoy tea and coffee-making facilities.
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Downtown Westlock: 0.95km
We are conveniently located on Wetaskiwin's Auto Mile. We are just 1 kilometer east of the Reynolds Alberta Museum and Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame. Enjoy challenging golf at one of two scenic golf courses just 3 kilometers north. In the city center revisit the past at Wetaskiwin & District Museum.
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Downtown Wetaskiwin: 2.8km
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