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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 motel is located near the Ponoka Stampede and Exhibition grounds. Free Wi-Fi is provided. We serve our guests a delicious continental breakfast every morning. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a work desk, microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a shared lounge for guests to enjoy. Our motel is a non-smoking environment for the convenience of our guests. We also have air-conditioning.
Alberta Beach Inn and Suites is directly across from the main beach, air conditioning in all rooms, free Wi-Fi & local calls. Resident manager on site. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants.
On Highway 28, our newly constructed, modern Cold Lake hotel features comfortable rooms with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi Internet access. Begin your day with free continental breakfast. If you need to relax, you can soak away your worries in our soothing hot tub or work out in our fitness room. Guest laundry facilities are available and we offer free parking for your car, truck, bus or RV.
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Downtown Cold Lake: 9.3km
Our Edmonton West hotel has spacious room that combines comfort and functionality, including high-speed Internet access. Large desk with conveniently placed lighting and outlets and an ergonomic chair for comfort. 32" Flat panel HD TVs. Luxurious white bedding; duvet, crisp linens, fluffy pillows and individual climate control, windows that open.
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Airport: 14.4km
Downtown Edmonton: 19.7km
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.
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Airport: 18.2km
Downtown Edmonton: 12.5km
Downtown Three Hills: 0.26km
Our Edmonton accommodations are at the King's University College. We provide guests free Wi-Fi. A full kitchen is offered in the apartment. There is a work desk and two bathrooms provided. A fitness centre is available for guests to use. There is also a library in which guests are welcome to take out books to read. On-site guests can find vending machines that provide snacks and drinks to enjoy.
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Airport: 14.1km
Downtown Edmonton: 7.6km
Enjoy our new state-of-the-art lobby at our downtown Edmonton hotel. There are 177 tastefully appointed guestrooms with free WiFi and a mini-fridge for your convenience. Panoramic views of the river valley and our downtown business district add to the enjoyment. Our Riverside Bistro serves delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Airport: 30.7km
Downtown Edmonton: 0.4km
Our Edmonton hotel has homestyle atmosphere and offers the best highway hospitality for all travelers, truckers, and tourists. Only seconds away from the stunning Yellowhead Casino, our home away from home is also the perfect place to enjoy a night on the town. Enjoy the convenience of being minutes from the city's biggest attractions.
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Airport: 6.1km
Downtown Edmonton: 11.4km
This downtown Edmonton hotel is conveniently located, close to the areas you want for work and play. We are fully equipped for extended stays, a full hot breakfast daily, a 24/7 gallery menu and gym, a bring-your-pet policy and free Wi-Fi. Ideal meeting space: Our more than 11000 square feet of flexible meeting and events space can accommodate any intimate to grand business or social gathering.
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Airport: 7.3km
Downtown Edmonton: 0.9km
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
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 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
Great rates at a great hotel. Conveniently located on the Yellowhead Highway (Highway 16) near the west limits of the town of Hinton, the Twin Pine Motor Inn offers comfort, cleanliness, and affordability. Our amenities include microwave, fridge and complimentary wireless internet access in every room. Restaurant and Lounge with VLT's located on-site. Make sure to stop and enjoy Woodcutter Lounge!
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Downtown Hinton: 2.9km
This Lloydminster hotel is near shops and restaurants. The hotel features modern conveniences. WiFi is available in all public areas and there is a free 24-hour business center. Maintain your exercise routine in the free 24-hour fitness room, or swim in the sparkling indoor pool. Free hot buffet breakfast, featuring our famous, fresh-baked waffles, or grab a free On the Run Breakfast Bag.
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Downtown Lloydminster: 5.9km
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 Olds Alberta hotel is located near the Mountain View Museum. Our hotel features an indoor pool with a water slide and a hot tub for guests to enjoy. Free Wi-Fi is provided. We have a fitness center on-site. Our rooms come with a flat-screen TV, fridge, microwave, and coffee making facilities. We also have a business center complete with fax and photocopying services.
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Downtown Olds: 5.2km
Welcome to this Red Deer hotel. Centrally located to Highway 2. Our Complimentary Breakfast Bar provides an assortment of tasty and healthy. Soak in the indoor pool, or enjoy the waterslide, use our 24-hour Fitness Center. The Business Center provides more than adequate space, and our banquet space and meeting rooms can accommodate all of your meeting and event needs.
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Downtown Red Deer: 3.1km
Our Red Deer hotel is within walking distance from the lively downtown area with its generous range of restaurants and shopping malls. Free Continental Breakfast. Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access. Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access. Free Outdoor Parking Free Outdoor Parking. Pet-friendly Hotel.
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Downtown Red Deer: 3.2km
We are at the gateway of St. Albert on Highway #2 - only 15 minutes from West Edmonton Mall, while still offering a small community charm. We offer meeting rooms and banquet facilities for gatherings of up to 400 people. Our hotel features 148 guest rooms; 9 are Access Alberta Level 2 approved. Each guest room boasts modern furnishings and amenities with cable TV, high-speed Internet and more.
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Airport: 8.7km
Downtown St. Albert: 2.2km
This St. Paul motel offers on-site dining and spacious rooms with a microwave and mini-fridge. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are provided in each room. Each room has a coffee maker along with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy a daily continental breakfast during their stay. They can also use the barbecue grills.
Conveniently located in the midst of St. Paul Alberta, Woodland Motor Inn offers comfortable and clean rooms with great features including Large screen TVs, High Speed & Wireless Internet, Kitchenettes and more. Continental breakfast is served between 6AM - 10AM.
Our Sylvan Lake resort boasts evening campfires, and is just 4 blocks from Wild Rapids Waterside Park. Large picnic areas complete with BBQ facilities are located on site. All our rooms include free Wi-Fi. Cable TV is featured in all our rooms. VCRs and free movies offer in room entertainment options. All our suites include tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge and microwave.
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Downtown Sylvan Lake: 0.4km
Enjoy the calm of lake life when you stay at our 100% non-smoking Sylvan Lake hotel. We are just 2 kilometers from downtown Sylvan Lake shops, restaurants, and attractions. 24-hour reception desk, balconies available, bar, coffee/tea maker, daily housekeeping, fitness center, flat screen TVs, free parking, free Wi-Fi, golf course, hot breakfast available, kitchenettes and restaurant.
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Downtown Sylvan Lake: 1.9km
Our Sylvan Lake hotel provides free wireless high-speed Internet, free weekday newspaper, indoor heated pool and hot tub, fitness center, a hot and delicious breakfast. We are minutes from the beautiful Sylvan Lake Beach and Lakeshore Drive that feature ice cream shops, local gift shops and clothing stores.
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Downtown Sylvan Lake: 2.4km
Our full service Whitecourt hotel includes large, clean and comfortable rooms ranging from single to double queen rooms; queen and king 1 bedroom suites with jet tubs to the King Executive Jacuzzi Suites. We also have OT's Local Lounge where you can relax, enjoy a beverage, live music, karaoke and VLTs. The family restaurant, Olive Tres Mediterranean Grill is a perfect venue for any celebration.
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