Boasting an on-site restaurant and bar, this Yellowknife hotel is located 5 km from Yellowknife Airport. Free WiFi is offered in all guest rooms. A free airport shuttle is provided. A cable TV is featured in all air-conditioned rooms at The Explorer Hotel. A desk and seating area are included. Traders Grill restaurant offers daily dining options featuring American cuisine. Guests can also relax by the fireplace in the Trapline Lounge after a day’s exploring. A fitness centre is provided for guest use at The Hotel Explorer. A business centre is available. A cash machine is located on-site for added convenience. Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers boating, fishing, and Northern Lights trips and is located 4 minutes' drive from the hotel. Fred Henne Territorial Park is 4 km away. Northern Frontier Visitors Centre is located 5 minutes’ walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.9
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    Deborah
    Canada Canada
    Room excellent, bed very comfortable, room quiet, staff pleasant and very helpful and shuttle was great.
  • Raymond
    Canada Canada
    Main restaurant was great. My waitress was very caring, attentive, and great.
  • Angela
    Canada Canada
    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.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Trader's Grill
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Trapline
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of The Explorer Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Filipino
  • Cantonese

House rules

The Explorer Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 00:00

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa American Express The Explorer Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Explorer Hotel

  • The nearest beach is just 0.8 miles from The Explorer Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Explorer Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Trapline
    • Trader's Grill

  • Check-in at The Explorer Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 00:00.

  • Room options at The Explorer Hotel include:

    • Double

  • The Explorer Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Movie nights
    • Fitness
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour

  • The prices at The Explorer Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, The Explorer Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Explorer Hotel is 350 yards from the centre of Yellowknife. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.