Must-see hotels in Canada

  • Hotel Selkirk

    Edmonton

    If you're into the idea of visiting the past at Fort Edmonton, why not take it to the next level and spend the night? This historic hotel has simple…

  • Hotel Zed

    Victoria

    If you like an accommodations that – in its own words – likes to 'rebel against the ordinary' then you'll love the Zed, an eccentric motel that has been…

  • Oswego Hotel

    Victoria

    Well hidden on a residential side street a short stroll from the Inner Harbour, this contemporary boutique sleepover is an in-the-know favorite. Suite…

  • Ecolodge

    Tofino

    This quiet, wood-built education center on the grounds of the botanical gardens is popular with families and groups for its selection of rooms, large…

  • Domaine du Vieux Couvent

    Îles de la Madeleine

    As the name suggests, this lovely hotel is housed in a former convent, dramatically sited near the island's edge. It's far and away the archipelago's…

  • Surfs Inn Guesthouse

    Vancouver Island

    Hidden from the road behind vegetation, this funky collection of brightly painted houses and cottages hosts four choices of lovely accommodations, ranging…

  • Killarney Mountain Lodge

    Northern Ontario

    In Killarney village, this wooden compound with waterfront accommodations is run by canoeing, kayaking and hiking buffs Killarney Outfitters. The…

  • Fox Hotel & Suites

    Banff Town

    Aesthetically, the Fox is a step above its neighbors. Its forest-like lobby is instantly calming, while the 116 rooms, centered on a courtyard, feature…

  • Hôtel Clarendon

    Québec City

    Opening to great fanfare in 1870, the four-star Hôtel Clarendon has continued to set standards in Québec City for a century and a half. Half of the 143…

  • HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre

    Lake Louise

    This is what a hostel should be – clean, friendly and full of interesting travelers – and the rustic, comfortable lodge-style buildings, with plenty of…

  • Pangea Pod Hotel

    Whistler

    Posing as a smarter, more private version of a hostel, Canada’s first capsule hotel is based on the Japanese model, offering bed-sized ‘pods’ equipped…

  • Banff Aspen Lodge

    Banff Town

    Among the rare Banff hotels that are not part of a corporate chain, the Aspen offers friendly service and tastefully decorated modern rooms finished in…

  • Park Place Inn

    Jasper Town & Around

    Its ordinary exterior among a parade of downtown shops gives nothing away, but the Park Place starts looking more promising as soon as you ascend the…

  • EXchange Hotel

    Vancouver

    Vancouver's newest 'it' hotel has transformed the city's former stock-exchange tower into a swank, well-located sleepover. It is studded with stylish,…

  • Fairmont Empress Hotel

    Victoria

    One of the most famous hotels in Canada, the Empress was built in 1908 in French-chateau-esque style. There have been numerous renovations and a who’s-who…

  • Centro Motel

    Calgary

    A 'boutique motel' sounds like an oxymoron until you descend on the misleadingly named Centro (not in the center at all!), an old motel building that has…

  • Drake Devonshire Inn

    Eastern Ontario

    From the folks behind Toronto's legendary Drake Hotel comes the Drake Devonshire, a historic foundry-turned-inn converted to a swooningly stylish and…

  • Painted Turtle Guesthouse

    Nanaimo

    Vancouver Island does well with hostels and this superbly located Nanaimo venture is an ideal overnighter if you're heading to Tofino, Victoria or up…

  • Lake Louise Tent & RV Campground

    Lake Louise

    Near the village, this efficient, wooded 395-site campground accommodates RVs on one side of the river and tents and soft-sided vehicles on the other,…

  • Toronto Island Retreat

    Toronto Islands

    Two impressive apartments in a well-maintained island home have a modern country feel, accented by throw pillows and art. The larger has a sleek kitchen…

  • Waterfowl Lakes Campground

    Jasper National Park

    Tucked between two beautiful lakes about 60km north of Lake Louise, this campground just off the Icefields Pkwy has wooded sites and plenty of hiking…

  • Seine Boat Inn

    Vancouver Island

    Named for a local fishing style utilizing weighted nets, the Seine sits on a forest of pilings above the water in an attractive dockside building. The…

  • Hotel Alma

    Calgary

    Cleverly tucked away on the university campus, this fashionable boutique establishment has a definite hip vibe. Super-modern Euro-style rooms are small…

  • Sunwolf

    Squamish & Around

    This idyllic place – a former logging resort – has a clutch of 12 comfortable, well-maintained cabins along a forested riverbank. The owners also run year…

  • West Point Lighthouse

    Prince Edward Island

    This lighthouse toward West Point ranks as one of PEI's quirkiest places to stay. Located on the lighthouse's 2nd floor, the tower room commands…

  • Hotel Arts

    Calgary

    This boutique hotel plays hard on the fact that it's not part of an international chain. Aimed at travelers with an aesthetic eye, there are hardwood…

  • Cape Anguille Lighthouse Inn

    Western Newfoundland

    A restored but rustic century-old lighthouse with comfortable rooms in homespun style. Don't expect phones or TVs – the idea is to get away here. Seasonal…

  • Hotel Quintessence

    The Laurentians

    This estate fuses Old-World style with North American nature, from wood fireplaces and private balconies overlooking Lac Tremblant in each of the 30 huge…

  • Wedgewood Hotel & Spa

    Vancouver

    The last word in old-world European–style luxury, the elegant Wedgewood drips with top-hatted charm. The friendly staff is second to none, rooms are…

  • Rossmount Inn

    New Brunswick

    Flags flap in the breeze in front of this stately yellow summer cottage, perched atop a manicured slope overlooking Passamaquoddy Bay. Inside the 17…

  • Sooke Harbour House

    Vancouver Island

    Whether you opt for the Emily Carr or the Blue Heron, each of the 28 guest rooms here has a decadent tub or steam shower, while most also have wood…

  • Poplar Inn

    Banff Town

    Two lovely guest rooms and a brand-new self-catering two-bedroom apartment grace this heritage home just steps from Banff Ave. Luxury touches throughout…

  • Abbeymoore Manor B&B Inn

    Victoria

    A Victoria B&B worthy of Queen Victoria, the Abbeymoore has a decidedly posh address and was designed in the arts-and-crafts style in 1912. Seven deluxe…

  • Icefield Tent Campground

    Jasper National Park

    Jasper's sole tent-only campground, a mere 1.5km from the Columbia Icefield, is surprisingly welcoming despite its chilly high-country location and…

  • Island Home B&B

    New Brunswick

    Directly across from the ferry and set in a tranquil yard, this six-bedroom guesthouse is like stepping into the pages of a gorgeous magazine layout…

  • Hotel X Toronto

    Toronto

    From the incredible waterfront and skyline views to exquisite fine-dining options, Hotel X Toronto is the ultimate urban resort. Rooms feature floor-to…

  • Windsor Arms

    Toronto

    Even if you don't stay the night at this exquisite piece of Toronto history, be sure to drop in for afternoon tea. The 1927 neo-Gothic mansion boasts a…

  • Point Pelee National Park

    Southwestern Ontario

    Sleep in tall forests in a comfortable oTENTik, a tented A-frame on a raised wood floor. Each sleeps six on comfy foam beds, has an eating/lounging area…

  • Pacific Sands Beach Resort

    Tofino

    Offering comfortable lodge rooms, all with full kitchens, and spectacular three-level beach houses, this family-friendly resort hugs dramatic Cox Bay…

  • Alpine Village

    Jasper Town & Around

    Alpine Village's 58 well-maintained log cabins in a variety of configurations are a cut above the competition, with an ace location across from the…

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