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7.6

122 reviews

The Explorer Hotel

The Explorer Hotel

4825 49th Avenue , Yellowknife, 2R3, Northwest Territories, Canada

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Skiing

Free parking

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

The Explorer Hotel

The Explorer Hotel is a four-star hotel in Yellowknife, Canada. Located at 4825 49th Avenue, it sits a short 0.2mi from the city center in the Northwest Territories. With 122 reviews, the listing shows price starts from $225.

Facilities include an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and free parking, plus a 24-hour front desk and free airport shuttle. Free shuttle service and a business center add convenience for travelers, while rooms come with air conditioning, non-smoking options, and wheelchair accessibility. Extras include a bar, room service, elevator, free toiletries, and a bathtub; pet-friendly options and activities such as golf, meeting facilities, and kids’ meals are available with extra charges, and skiing is listed among the amenities.

Designed for both business and leisure, this four-star stay offers practical touches like free airport shuttle, free shuttle service, and a business center, plus accessibility with wheelchair access and an elevator. Pet-friendly options (extra charges) and family-friendly extras such as kids’ meals (extra charges) add flexibility, while the skiing option and proximity to Yellowknife’s core invite northern adventures without sacrificing comfort.

Two on-site dining options line up for every mood after a day in Yellowknife. Trader's Grill serves Local cuisine in a FamilyFriendly, Traditional setting, while Trapline brings a Traditional ambiance for a more classic dining vibe.

Convenience is built in for travelers, with a 24-hour front desk and complimentary airport shuttle, plus an additional free shuttle service. A business center supports work on the go, and handy extras like a bar, room service, elevator, free toiletries, and a bathtub are on hand to make stays comfortable.

For activities, skiing is listed among the amenities, while options for golf, meeting facilities, and kids’ meals come with extra charges. Pets are welcome on request, with possible charges, adding flexibility for four-legged companions.

Closest airports

Yellowknife Airport

2.2mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Free parking

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Free Airport Shuttle

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The double room offers a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe King Room in The Explorer Hotel

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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x3

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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior King Room - single occupancy in The Explorer Hotel

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Superior, King Size, Single Use

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Superior, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

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Deluxe, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

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Standard Room

1 King Size Bed

x4

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x3

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Standard

Deluxe

x4

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x3

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Room Deluxe

Superior

x10

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x6

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Room Superior

Superior, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

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Signature Suite

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Guest reviews

7.6

122 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Donna

9.1

May 2025

These were by far the most comfy beds with the best pillows of our trip for me! I always travel with my own memory foam travel pillow as most hotel pillows I’ve experienced are fluffy feather pillows that compact down to nothing and end up feeling like I’m sleeping on a brick! But not at The Explorer Hotel! The beds were like a big warm hug with a lovely soft but supportive pillow! The fireplace in The Traders Grill was a beauty! The nachos at The Trapline Lounge were delicious! (Real cheese!)

The undesirables that decided it was their right to sit in the pub and have a beer and then not pay for it. 👎

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Mary

8.2

May 2024

Had a nice meal in the lounge. Appreciated the early shuttle to the airport.

Would be nice to have 2 people on the front desk at times. There was an issue with the reservation of the person in front of me and it took half an hour to get it resolved so that I could take my turn to check in. And I had checked in online. That didn't seem to speed things along at all. I have stayed at other hotels where if I check in online, they send a digital door code so that I can just arrive and go to my room without having to 'check in' with a person. This would be more efficient.

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Phylis

10

March 2025

I love the size of the room. The location is good because rooms have terrific views. The staff were friendly and helpful. Shoutout to Kat at checkin, and Manual who manned the night shift at the front desk.

The elevators were so SLOW!

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Sarah

8.2

January 2023

Restaurant was very nice, because view, pleasant staff, lovely food and fire pit. The bar was lovely too, staff very pleasant and helpful. Lovely fireplace and comfortable seating areas.

Could do with another area in hotel, not in the reception. A room away from bedroom to talk, read, play games & With tea and coffee. Could do with a shop or more venting machine, so as not to have to go outside (very cold) to purchase items.

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Danuta

9.1

June 2025

Clean, good location, excellent restaurants.

Unfortunately the bathroom sliding door wasn’t functioning properly and got stuck.

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Michael

9.1

September 2022

The room was well furnished and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The bar and restaurant were nice. The wifi worked well and the staff were friendly.

On my floor I counted a dozen room service trays left abandoned in the corridor outside rooms. The hotel doesn't appear to have enough staff to collect trays once finished. It really brought the hotel down and leaving empty trays around could attract rodents.

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Leslie

9.1

March 2025

Room and restaurant were great. Gym was pretty good. Ground-floor common area was adequate.

Nothing comes to mind.

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Angela

10

February 2023

They put me on the top floor away from the elevators as I requested. The bed was very comfortable. The clerks were very lovely to me.

I couldn't get hooked up to the wifi. I tried 2 different laptops and my phone. The wifi connection in that room may be precarious.

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Deborah

9.1

March 2024

Room excellent, bed very comfortable, room quiet, staff pleasant and very helpful and shuttle was great.

The gym needed cleaning. Floor was quite dirty.

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Jennifer

8.2

March 2022

I loved the restaurant, service staff were friendly and helpful. Ruby was a pleasure to speak with.

There were a lot of guests smoking right outside the front door, they would walk in and get in the elevator stinking of smoke - even with my mask on, the smell was overpowering.

Points of Interest Around The Explorer Hotel

Airports

Yellowknife Airport

2.2mi

Restaurants

Trader's Grill

Cuisines

  • Local

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Trapline

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Amenities of The Explorer Hotel

Skiing

Free parking

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Free Airport Shuttle

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Explorer Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Explorer Hotel

Is it possible to stay with my pet at The Explorer Hotel?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Explorer Hotel. Simply make a request and be aware that there may be additional charges for bringing your pet along.

Does The Explorer Hotel offer complimentary parking?

Yes, The Explorer Hotel does have parking available. Additionally, guests will be delighted to know that the parking is free and located on site. The hotel conveniently offers public parking, eliminating the need for parking reservations.

How much does a stay at The Explorer Hotel cost?

Starting prices for The Explorer Hotel are around $225. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

What are the room types available at The Explorer Hotel?

The Explorer Hotel offers a Superior King Room with a bed size of 1 x King, accommodating 1 adult and 1 child. It also provides a Deluxe King Room with the same bed size, accommodating 2 adults and 1 child. Both rooms are non-smoking and have different room sizes of 355 sqft and 344 sqft, respectively.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at The Explorer Hotel?

Guests at The Explorer Hotel can make the most of their time by taking advantage of the leisure amenities provided. The hotel offers skiing and a golf course for outdoor enthusiasts. For those who prefer indoor activities, there is a bar and fitness center available.

Additionally, guests can enjoy the various leisure activities offered by the hotel, such as bike tours, walking tours, movie nights, cycling, hiking, canoeing, fishing, and fitness classes.

When it comes to dining options, The Explorer Hotel boasts two on-site restaurants. Trader's Grill offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves local cuisine. On the other hand, Trapline provides a traditional dining experience.

Overall, guests have a wide range of options to keep themselves entertained and relax during their stay at The Explorer Hotel.

Does The Explorer Hotel have on-site restaurants?

The Explorer Hotel has two restaurants on site. Trader's Grill offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves traditional local cuisine. Trapline is another on-site restaurant with a traditional ambiance. No specific cuisine is mentioned for Trapline.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at The Explorer Hotel?

No, cash is not accepted as a payment option at The Explorer Hotel. Only credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, and American Express are valid payment options.

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