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Edmonton is a city that offers
a wide variety of arts, culture, activities and attractions, however these aren't
the only draw for guests in the city. As the capital of Alberta,
Edmonton is home to the Provincial
Legislature, ensuring a steady stream of business travellers and politicians
to the city. Consequently, the list of business accommodations is comprehensive,
with many hotels providing a business centre with Internet access, fax service
and more. On the other end of the spectrum, Edmonton has also earned the nickname
of “Festival City”, an homage to the ubiquity of entertainment and celebrations
in the city. Locating an accommodation that is convenient to a planned itinerary
is an integral part of an enjoyable trip, be it a business or a leisure visit.
Edmonton offers lodging suited to both business trips and vacations with hotels
and motels to suit a variety of budgets.
In the following article,
WorldWeb.com Travel Guide
offers suggestions for different types of lodging in the Edmonton area, giving
travellers a number of options based on proximity to attractions and other Edmonton
amenities.
USEFUL EDMONTON ACCOMMODATION LINKS:
Edmonton
Area Accommodation
City
of Edmonton Accommodation
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Hotel MacDonald, Edmonton2 |
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University of Alberta
The
University of Alberta (U of A) is known throughout the province as a
prestigious post-secondary institution, drawing many students from both around
the province and across the country. Nearby available accommodation includes
dorms for students as well as hotels and restaurants in the vicinity for accommodating
visiting parents. Located on the edge of the U of A, the Campus
Tower Suite Hotel is a convenient choice. The U of A is also well situated
to many other services and amenities in Edmonton.
Edmonton International
Airport
Located south of Edmonton
near Nisku
and Leduc,
the Edmonton
International Airport is one of the main hubs for travellers arriving
to the area. A number of hotels offer shuttle service from the airport to their
respective locations, however there are also options for lodging near the airport.
Along with accommodations, the Edmonton International Airport and the Nisku
area feature restaurants, shops, currency exchange kiosks and other essential
traveller services.
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West
Edmonton Mall's Mindbender Roller Coaster3 |
West Edmonton Mall
West
Edmonton Mall is one of the more popular visitor destinations for travellers
to the Edmonton area. Featuring the equivalent of 49 city blocks of shops and
services, West Edmonton Mall is also home to a waterpark, amusement park rides,
restaurants and more. The Fantasyland
Hotel is located at the southwest corner of the mall and gives guests
direct access to the retail shops, attractions and other amenities under one
roof.
Whyte Avenue and
Downtown Edmonton
Whyte
Avenue is famous for it's bars and cultural attractions, placing it
among the top destinations on many Edmonton itineraries. Though there are limited
accommodation choices in the immediate area, the Varscona
Hotel on Whyte provides upscale lodging with valet parking, a fitness
centre and other amenities to make both the business and leisure traveller feel
at home. Edmonton's public transit runs a regular schedule along Whyte Avenue,
making getting around cheap and easy.
Downtown Edmonton is comprised
of several distinct districts, including the Arts District, the Rice Howard
Way Pedestrian Mall, the Warehouse District, and the Government Precinct, all
of which offer an array of accommodations and other traveller amenities.
Parliament Buildings
Overlooking the river valley
in Edmonton, Alberta's Legislature is an impressive structure built between
1907 and 1913. Free tours are offered daily for those interested in exploring
this example of Beaux-Arts architecture. Accommodation near the legislature
consists of extended stay suites in addition to regular hotel rooms.
Commonwealth Stadium
Commonwealth
Stadium is the home turf of the Edmonton
Eskimos, the local Canadian Football League (CFL) team. This stadium
is the largest in Canada to still feature natural grass, which allows it to
double as a venue for international soccer tournaments. Differing slightly in
terms of rules from the National Football League in the United
States, the CFL is popular with Canadian sports fans and those attending
a game can expect painted faces, pom-poms and an abundance of cheering. Lodging
in the immediate area is sparse, however there are some businesses that offer
bus service to and from the games. Public transit will also deposit fans to
the stadium.
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Capital Ex
Capital
Ex (formerly known as Klondike Days) is an annual exhibition and fair
that takes place during what are usually the hottest days of an Albertan summer.
With midway rides, an arts and crafts fair, food concessions and live entertainment,
the Capital Ex provides a solid ten days worth of activities and adventures.
Located at the Northlands
Park, the exhibition is easily accessed from several hotels in the immediate
area or by Edmonton's public transit service, which provides numerous routes
through the city.
Surrounding Area
The area surrounding Edmonton
contains several suburbs and bedroom communities, including Sherwood
Park, Spruce
Grove, St.
Albert and Fort
Saskatchewan. Each of these locations boasts a full compliment of traveller
amenities and services and may better serve visitors doing business or vacationing
outside of Edmonton's core. When making travel arrangements, be sure that your
hotel is located within an acceptable distance to the attractions and sights
visitors may wish to visit while in the Edmonton area.
Public Transit and Transportation
Options
There are plenty of transportation
options for visitors staying in the Edmonton area. The Edmonton public
transit system is comprehensive and features stops throughout the city
in addition to the immediate areas. Limousines, taxis and hotel shuttles can
be found at the airport, offering another way to get around while in the city
of Edmonton.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF:
- c/o WorldWeb.com Travel
Guide; Edmonton Downtown; Edmonton, AB, Canada
- c/o Travel Alberta; Fairmont
Hotel MacDonald; Edmonton, AB, Canada
- c/o West Edmonton Mall;
Mindbender Roller Coaster; Edmonton, AB, Canada
- c/o Northlands Park;
Capital Ex Midway; Edmonton, AB, Canada
