Central Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Maligne Lake featuring mountains, forests and landscape views
Jasper National Park showing tranquil scenes, snow and mountains
Jasper National Park featuring snow, mountains and a gondola
West Edmonton Mall which includes a pool, rides and interior views
Maligne Lake showing a lake or waterhole and kayaking or canoeing

Where to stay in Central Alberta

Art Gallery of Alberta which includes central business district, modern architecture and a city

Downtown Edmonton

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Edmonton. Rogers Place is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at 102 Street Station or Bay-Enterprise Square Station to see more of Edmonton.

Downtown Edmonton
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West Edmonton

5/5(4 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of West Edmonton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out West Edmonton Mall and World Waterpark.

West Edmonton
Fort Edmonton Park which includes interior views

Southwest Edmonton

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in Southwest Edmonton, take in top sights like South Edmonton Common or Currents of Windermere, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Century Park Station or Southgate Station.

Southwest Edmonton
Alley Kat Brewery showing interior views and drinks or beverages

Southside

Travellers come to Southside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alley Kat Brewery and Monster Mini Golf while you're in town.

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Northwest Edmonton

4/5(1 area review)

Northwest Edmonton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St. Albert Trail Golf Course and Yellowhead Casino while you're in town.

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North Central Edmonton

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in North Central Edmonton, check out sights like Kingsway Mall or Commonwealth Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kingsway-Royal Alex Station or NAIT Station.

North Central Edmonton
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10235 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB
The price is AU$177 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$177
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,392 reviews)
"Very clean and a great walkable location. Great value!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Chateau Lacombe Hotel

Chateau Lacombe Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10111 Bellamy Hill Nw, Edmonton, AB
The price is AU$178 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$178
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,319 reviews)
"Was a little nervous when I went to check in and a “very drunk”customer was being escorted to his room by security……staff handled it well though!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Nisku Edmonton Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Nisku Edmonton Airport

3.5 out of 5
501 11Th Avenue, Nisku, AB
The price is AU$86 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$86
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Nisku. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,344 reviews)
"Easy check-in, safe parking area, easy to enter the building!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Nisku Edmonton Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Miette Mountain Cabins

Miette Mountain Cabins

2.5 out of 5
Highway 16 East, Pocahontas, AB
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Pocahontas. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,452 reviews)
"Cabins were beautiful, comfortable and well equipped. The recreational facilities were a nice option after a day in the park."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Miette Mountain Cabins
Jasper East Cabins

Jasper East Cabins

2 out of 5
49321 Highway 16 West, Jasper East, AB
Stay at this cabin in Jasper East. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (465 reviews)
"Far from Jasper Good if you are heading to Edmonton"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Jasper East Cabins
Dream 4-Br 4-Ba Chalet | Private Hot Tub | 2 min to Jasper National Park Gates

Dream 4-Br 4-Ba Chalet | Private Hot Tub | 2 min to Jasper National Park Gates

4.5 out of 5
17a Folding Ave, Folding Mountain, Jasper East, AB
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury vacation home in Jasper East. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Kia Nea Lake and Wildhorse ...
"The Folding Mountain ski chalet was perfect place for our Jasper ski trip. Overall a 5-star property with king beds and ensuite bathrooms in each room. There was plenty of room for everyone and many amenities included. Also, the hot tub was a big hit!"

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2023

Dream 4-Br 4-Ba Chalet | Private Hot Tub | 2 min to Jasper National Park Gates
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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