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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.
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
Our Drayton Valley hotel is near Max Center. We have an indoor swimming pool with a waterslide and a hot tub for our guests to enjoy. Each of the rooms at our hotel, have a modern style to them and comes with a flat-screen TV & DVD Player. The rooms also come with a microwave and fridge. Free Wi-Fi is provided. We offer an on-site fitness centre and business center as well.
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Downtown Drayton Valley: 3.5km
You can rest easy at our Drayton Valley motor inn. Enjoy a delicious meal in our licensed restaurant or stop in at our lounge, The Pub, and play a game of pool or darts. We offer wireless, high-speed internet access in each room and direct dial telephones with free local calls. When you want to wind down for the evening, you can enjoy cable TV in your room. Lay back, relax and enjoy your stay!
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Downtown Drayton Valley: 1.3km
Our Edmonton hotel has free WiFi and complimentary continental breakfast. All rooms provide a flat-screen HDTV with cable channels. Additional amenities include a microwave, fridge and coffee maker. 100% non smoking. On-site parking is included. 10.4 miles from Edmonton Valley Zoo and 11.7 miles from the University of Alberta.
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Airport: 15.5km
Downtown Edmonton: 17.6km
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 South Side Edmonton hotel includes our free deluxe breakfast. Enjoy our indoor heated pool and whirlpool or book a meeting in one of two well appointed meeting rooms. Keep up your fitness routine in our Fitness Centre. All rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, wireless high-speed Internet and two phones with separate lines! Perfect for the business traveller.
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Airport: 16.8km
Downtown Edmonton: 10.6km
Each of our suites at our Edmonton hotel is well-appointed with modern, residential styling, full or limited kitchenettes, comfortable sleeping, living and dining areas and many other amenities. Dining Options are located at the lobby level include Good Earth Coffee House, The Greenhouse Salad, Booster Juice and Earls Kitchen and Bar. Ideally located adjacent to the University of Alberta campus.
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Airport: 28.5km
Downtown Edmonton: 3.3km
This Edmonton hotel features thoughtful amenities in a comfortable setting. We are minutes from Edmonton International Airport. Our suites include free high-speed Wi-Fi and spacious work desks. Make home-cooked meals in our kitchens. Savor complimentary breakfast buffet with a wide selection of healthy and hearty favorites. Use our fitness center and pool/hot tub to help you relax.
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Airport: 22.8km
Downtown Edmonton: 14.2km
Our Edmonton motel is a mid-sized convention hotel conveniently located near West Edmonton mall, offering comprehensive facilities to ensure a restful stay and convenient service. Free Wi-Fi. Plenty of parking. Mini fridge. Cable TV. Coffee maker. Hair dryer. Desk/chair.
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Airport: 7.5km
Downtown Edmonton: 8km
We are located in the east end of Hinton, 45 minutes Jasper. We are the gateway to the Canadian Rockies. We welcome both the corporate and leisure travelers with complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, in room coffee makers, hairdryer, refrigerator, iron and ironing boards, working desk, voice mail and pay movies.
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Downtown Hinton: 2.3km
We feature 99 guest rooms with a wide variety of suites. Each room is equipped with 32" televisions, iron/boards, coffee makers, fridge, microwave, hair dryer, high-speed Internet, pay per view movies, complimentary newspaper and local calls. Hotel amenities include business centre, indoor pool with water slide, hot tub, exercise room and guest laundry.
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Downtown Hinton: 2.2km
Our Hotel is located 4 minutes from Hinton Golf Club. It features an indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre. A microwave, a refrigerator, a flat-screen satellite TV, a work desk and ironing facilities are included in every room. Barbecue facilities are offered for guest use at this Hinton accommodation. A daily continental breakfast and a 24 hour reception is provided.
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Downtown Hinton: 5.5km
Our hotel in Hinton, considered the gateway to Alberta's Rockies, is near many attractions. You can go for a swim in our indoor pool, splash down our water slide and relax in our sauna and whirlpool. Keep your workout routine in sync at the fitness centre. Complimentary high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access. Outside free parking.
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Downtown Hinton: 1.9km
Our Lacombe inn is located on Highway 2, featuring a restaurant and a bar. We provide you free Wi-Fi and a daily breakfast. A microwave, a fridge and a coffee machine are offered in each of our guest rooms. A cable TV and a seating area are included as well. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Kitchen facilities feature in our suite. A spa and wellness centre is on site.
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Downtown Lacombe: 0.6km
Our hotel is located near the Edmonton International Airport. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a work desk, coffee maker, and air-conditioning. An indoor pool and a hot tube are on-site for guests convenience. There is also a fitness center and a business center. We provide a non-smoking environment for all of guests to enjoy.
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Airport: 36.8km
Downtown Edmonton: 28.3km
Our hotel is located in Nisku. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a mini fridge, a coffee maker, desk, and a seating area. An en suite bathroom offers a hairdryer. Our hotel has an indoor pool and hot tub for guests to enjoy. We also have a fitness centre available. There is also a restaurant and a bar on-site for guests convenience.
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Airport: 37.5km
Downtown Edmonton: 29km
Our hotel is conveniently located on the west end of Rimbey across from the arena and hospital, with easy walking distance to key area attractions nearby dining, shopping and business locations. Each well-appointed room features free high-speed Internet access, fridge, microwave, iron/ironing board, coffee maker and hairdryer. King size beds and upgraded amenities are available in select rooms.
This Rocky Mountain House Hotel is best value and a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Conveniently located for the oil and gas industry, forestry and agriculture, with special crew rates available. Hotel offers free high speed internet, 24-hour high-speed internet kiosk in lobby, air miles aeroplan miles, free deluxe continental breakfast, and free movie channel.
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Rocky Mountain House: 1km
Our Rocky Mountain House motel has 23 air conditioned rooms. Ground floor, Cedar cabin, free In-Room WI-FI, 40" LCD TV, Microwaves, Fridges, Shower and Bath in each room. Kitchenettes and family suites available. Parking lot available for larger vehicles & winter plug-ins.
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Rocky Mountain House: 2.5km
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
At our Vermilion hotel, enjoy a free SuperStart breakfast before checking out local attractions. Each room includes a microwave and refrigerator. Balconies Available, Bar, Bus/Truck Parking, Cafe, Coffee/Tea Maker, Cribs, Family/Oversized Rooms Available, Fitness Center, Flat Screen Televisions, Kitchenettes, Laundry, Meeting Room, Non-Smoking Hotel, Parking, Pet Friendly, RV Parking, Restaurant.
Our pet-friendly Westlock hotel has guest room with amenities like a coffee maker, hair dryer, iron, microwave and refrigerator. Also available is meeting space for up to 70 people. There is free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness center, business center and guest laundry services.
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Downtown Westlock: 0.3km
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
This Wetaskiwin hotel is less than 1 km from Reynolds Aviation Museum. It features a continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen cable TV is offered in every room. The simple rooms also include a mini-fridge and a coffee maker. Pet-friendly rooms available. Laundromats and free parking is also available.
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Downtown Wetaskiwin: 3.6km
Our Whitecourt hotel is ideally located off Highway 43, with scenic views of the Athabasca River and the McLeod River. We are pet-friendly with many amenities including free coffee and free local calls. All guest rooms at this Whitecourt hotel come equipped with cable TV and refrigerators. Select rooms are designated non-smoking. Coin-operated laundry facilities and room service are available.
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Downtown Whitecourt: 2.1km
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