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Elkwater Lake Lodge

3.0 star property
Lakeside relaxation meets outdoor adventure at Elkwater Lake Lodge, where guests can enjoy fireside evenings after days filled with golf and exploration

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Located near Elkwater Marina, this lodge is perfect for active travelers. Relax by the firepit, play the 9-hole golf course, or dine at Buglers Restaurant. Enjoy mini golf, laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and bike rentals to explore the area.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Fireplace

Standard Room, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Jetted Tub

Suite, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Elkwater, Elkwater Lake Lodge is in a rural area and near the beach. Elkwater Marina and Hidden Valley Ski Resort are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda. Elkwater Visitors Centre is another place to visit that comes recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Elkwater travel guide
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Map
401 4th Street, Elkwater, AB, T0J 1C0

What's nearby

  • Photo op during a nice evening hike! Wasn't expecting to get this with the iPhone camera.. But hey! #hike #forest #camping #ground #walking #rocks #greenery #trees
    Cypress Hills Provincial Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Elkwater Marina
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Elkwater Visitors Centre
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Medicine Hat Mall
    39 min drive - 74.2 km

Getting around

  • Medicine Hat, AB (YXH)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • 12-34 Cafe & Pub
    3 min walk
  • Buglers
    1 min walk
  • 12 34 Cafe & Pub and Elkwater Fuel Stop Ltd.
    3 min walk
  • Elkwater Landing Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Camp Cookhouse and General Store
    20 min walk

About this property

Elkwater Lake Lodge

Resort near Elkwater Marina
Located close to Elkwater Visitors Centre and Hidden Valley Ski Resort, Elkwater Lake Lodge provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a firepit. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this resort. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Buglers Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to mini golf and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, tour/ticket information and outdoor furniture
  • ATM/banking services, a lift and a vending machine
Room features
All 73 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Elkwater Lake Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buglers Restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Mini golf
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 10 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per night
  • Firewood fee: CAD 10.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Elkwater Lake Lodge
Elkwater Lake Hotel Alberta
Elkwater Lake Lodge Resort
Elkwater Lake Lodge Elkwater
Elkwater Lake Lodge Resort Elkwater

Frequently asked questions

Is Elkwater Lake Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Some rate plans available at this resort are all-inclusive.

Where is Elkwater Lake Lodge located?

Situated in Elkwater, this golf resort is within a 15-minute walk of Elkwater Marina and Elkwater Visitors Centre. Hidden Valley Ski Resort is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Elkwater Lake Lodge Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 248 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and cozy and the bed was super comfortable. The area itself is beautiful, it was a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay for our family!

We loved the loft room for our little family! Kids loved the outdoors and the indoor pool. Super friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, neat, and well equipped rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail M

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet property. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
King studio was great. Bed was really comfortable too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, kids loved the pool. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Asma

Liked: Amenities
I liked almost everything. The internet was very slow and the towels didn’t smell freshly washed. The rest area and cleanliness was amazing. This is the reason I gave 4 stars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful but very dated lodge. Kind front desk staff, very accommodating and professional. We are a family with two young kids and hotel had a pack and play in room waiting for us. Indoor pool and hot tub were great for rainy days. Hot tub was too hot though and pool too cold. Temp didn’t work at all our entire stay but we made do. They also have board games to rent and bikes! Kitchenette in room was very lacking - no pots, bowls, mugs, cutting knives, or cups. Bring with you if you plan to cook\BBQ a ton. Overall a nice stay!
Pool
BBQ
Balcony from top floor
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Will definitely be going back. Nice clean rooms. The staff where great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So we had booked this place earlier in the year and at the time on Expedia we could only obtain one room for 2 nights and then would have to switch to another room for our final night. The price was reasonable and we were prepared to move. When we arrived at the property the front desk staff immediately made sure that we would not have to switch rooms. We didn't even have to ask. Then we got to our room and found it was a huge suite with a full kitchen, living room, two full bathrooms and a loft with a large king bed. Wow. Perfect location for our family reunion which was being held at a YMCA camp close by and easy to get to when we needed a bread from the reunion of 100+ people including many children. The staff were very accommodating and even though we didn't need the kitchen as the reunion had planned all the meals the huge room was very restful for a couple in their late 70's
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and the beach. Dog friendly room was right next to the elevator so with the increased traffic/noise caused increased barking. Probably should have those rooms down at the end of the hallway on both floors.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was amazing, the lodge is just really old but that’s to be expected at these locations and the lodge has a lot of unique characteristics and the kids has a great time!! Family friendly!! The on-site restaurant is more of a pub, sticky floors and over priced, was not clean and dark and dingy. The rooms have full kitchens so better to cook your own food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed stays at this property in the past, but the new management appears to have no experience or training in hospitality services. Unlike every other hotel that we have used, no daily maid service is provided (e.g. bed-making, bathroom cleaning, etc.) and this was not indicated at check-in. Room was not ready at 4:00pm check-in time. This is not the three star hotel that it used to be - more of a campers' hostel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed Friday & Saturday in a fireplace room getting away after a lose of a Parent. The room set up is a bit different but works actually really well. We didn't swim or eat in the restraunt as we were looking for more of a secluded weekend. Our room was tidy but the tub wasn't very clean because the doesn't drain so there was a lot of hair and things in the bottom, which we know was due to the lack of drainage & drying after cleaning. Sunday morning before check out time, they were knocking on doors which I found of & have never had happen before. We don't live that far and though we thought the weekend was okay, we'd likely opt to not stay a full weekend again, maybe just a night before/after skiing if the weather's bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Cypress Hills, 5*, Elkwater Lake Lodge, 3*

We enjoyed our stay in the Cypress Hills. Our room was clean. However, we were disappointed by the lack of property maintenance. This needed care and attention. There was an old truck filled with broken appliances and bits of wire (trash) that was very visible as you drove from the office to the parking lot. Discarded refrigerators and washing machines were visible. The outside garbage can was full so it was difficult to dispose of garbage. We noted surrounding properties were clean. While we appreciate there may be staff shortages, first impressions and outward appearance count, especially in the hospitality industry. The Elkwater Lake Lodge would benefit from taking a look at itself from a visitor’s perspective. Perhaps “Management” should start a quality assurance program.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always wanted to stay here, and I finally got to knock that item off my bucket list. It was everything I hoped. I'll share a story from my stay. I pulled up and was greeted by the sweetest golden retriever. I gave him some attention, and he lapped it up. He must have decided we were friends because he followed me into the lobby to check in. I just assumed he must belong to the family that runs the resort and thought nothing of it. Really one of the sweetest dogs. There was no one around, but my keys and everything were ready for me. (Late check-in. It was so nice just to be able to go straight to my room after driving in less-than-ideal weather all day.) I teased the dog that my room must have come with a friend. He seemed to agree. The dog followed me back out of the lobby to where a truck had pulled up. A guy & 2 boys got out. Turns out they live in town and the dog had gotten out of the yard. They were quite thankful and very relieved to find their furry loved one. Best part? The roads down from the highway were really yucky, so I asked the dog's owner if he knew about what time the snow plow goes through. "Did you know my dad works for Volker Stevin?" The boy asked. I had no idea. I was sort of shocked for a minute. So of course, he knew exactly when the plow would go through. That really made my night 😂😍 It's always beautiful here, but there's something special about this place in the winter. Everyone is so friendly and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
CONS:They need to lose the old 'Motel' wing that the diner is in as it detracts from the overall first impression. This lodge has great potential but needs to address a couple of key issues. The restaurant is awful. Even if they make decent food the environment is bad enough to turn your stomach, especially to spend premium dollars on a steak. Little things like the children's size mismatched damaged cutlery, dirty menus, artwork not mounted in the frame or the waiter's shirt half tucked into his pants. Plainly simple, the restaurant needs a new, updated location to fit into the look and feel of the lodge. No grab-bar in the shower and floor level shower is without a glass door and wall. It's very dangerous if you slip or lose your balance. The hide-a-bed is low-end and very uncomfortable!! PROS: The gentleman who checked us in was very friendly and helpful. The main lobby is nice and exudes the wilderness atmosphere. This lodge is very welcoming and the rooms have a beautiful wilderness feel and appearance. Good fridge and microwave, very comfortable king size bed. The whirlpool tub for two is very nice as is the fireplace. Decent flat-screen with Shaw cable (needs to have a movie package added that's easily available from Shaw). Good air-conditioning/heating and a secure double-lock door with privacy pull-down, at least there was one in a jacuzzi suite. The lodge is located close to everything as Elkwater is small and lakeside. This is an amazing place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and very nice other then the couch was very bad! had to move it back and slid the chairs over to sit want watch tv. Very nice place and would go back. But hope they undate the couch.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice. Had den area, bedroom, two bathrooms. With kitchen. Was very nice. Also had balcony
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Norbert

Something else
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management went out of their way to make our stay very comfortable. They were friendly and accommodating. Clean facilities and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thelma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bed was small and soft but overall not too bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man at the front desk was so nice , he deserves a big raise , he treated me like a queen, I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025