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The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

3.5 star property
Travelers recharge in the 24-hour gym or refuel with breakfast at this welcoming Yellowknife hotel where friendly staff greet guests in multiple languages

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The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife captures the city's unique spirit. Guests enjoy delicious meals at Traders Grill and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The welcoming atmosphere and helpful multilingual staff earn praise from visitors who appreciate the convenient 24-hour gym.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$398
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 39 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Yellowknife is home to The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife. Yellowknife Veterans Memorial and Northern Frontier Visitors Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Frame Lake Trail and Cameron River Falls Trail. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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4825 49 Avenue, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R3

What's nearby

  • Yellowknife Veterans Memorial - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Northern Frontier Visitors Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Frame Lake Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • NWT Diamond and Jewellery Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Yellowknife, NT (YZF) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluebell Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Black Knight Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Korea House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Birchwood Coffee Ko - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

Property highlights
You can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife. The on-site restaurant, Traders Grill, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and a vending machine
  • A reception hall, a ballroom and a lift
Room features
All 259 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 46-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CAD 18 to 32 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Traders Grill
  • Trapline Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (7,200 square foot of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 8 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1976
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
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 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 18.00 to 32.00 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 50.0 per day

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 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Explorer Hotel Yellowknife
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife on 31 Jan 2026 start from AU$397.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times.

Where is The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife located?

Situated in Yellowknife, this hotel is steps away from Yellowknife Veterans Memorial and Northern Frontier Visitors Center. Frame Lake Trail and Northern Arts and Cultural Centre are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 633 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 633 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 633 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 633 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 633 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was very large and comfortable. We enjoyed the restaurant too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best sleep i have ever had in a hotel. Bed was the most comfortable, and my room was the quietest i have ever had. More than equal to any Hilton anywhere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best location. so nice stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in Yellowknife with easy access to key points of interest. Traders Grill restaurant serves good food especially the Sunday Brunch!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Amenities
Great stay comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karén

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very good located. The staff is very friendly. The fact of having an airport shuttle is another plus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel to stay at for easy access to Yellowknife downtown. Easy walking to restaurants, shops, and the Prince of Wales Centre. Perfect proximity to Frame Lake and Niven Lake walking trails as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Would stay again. Close to everything and great eating options on site. We particularly enjoyed the Trapper Lounge.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in town. Good restaurant, tasty bison.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in Yellowknife. Rooms are clean with good beds. Both the restaurant and bar serve good food and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience. Very good breakfast this morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel, by Toronto standards, would be just average, but for Yellowknife it's one of the best hotels around. Super friendly staff. Room was clean and bed comfortable.conveniently located within walking distance of anything you might want to see in the city. Frame Lake trail is a short walk from the hotel entrance. Great 5.5 km hike around the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Rooms are a good size. Need a key in elevator which is good for security
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuroop

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Explorer Hotel. We had an early checkout and had activities planned after checkout and the team graciously accepted our request to help us store luggage. They also offer free to and from airport shuttle which was super helpful considering this was our first time at Yellowknife.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy beds, great employees and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant on site has Lovely view. Food is great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

cyrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and comfertable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is close to all amenities downtown
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hubert H.

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the whole experience. Bed very comfortable. Ambience in the hotel restaurants along with the food being very good. Staff very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of yellowknife on the 6th floor and in sure it gets better the higher you go. Safe and quiet compared to other hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc-Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff (convivial and attentive as well as very professional). Well-equipped gym. Clean and comfortable room. Convenient location. Good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

shadreck

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to rest

I had an excellent experience, and all staff members went above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice rooms, kind staff, and great location, within walking distance of downtown and Old Town. On one day the shower stopped fully functioning with almost no pressure. The food was also mediocre but very expensive. All in all, a nice hotel to stay, but very pricy for the quality of services.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024