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The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

Property class: 3.5

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You can look forward to a free roundtrip 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 center.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 813
AED 886 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a view of the sea through the window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small round table, a bench, and a view of a snowy landscape through a window.

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Yellowknife is home to The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife. Yellowknife Veterans Memorial and Legislative Assembly are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fred Henne Territorial Park and Somba K'e Civic Plaza. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Yellowknife travel guide
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4825 49 Avenue, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R3

What's nearby

  • A snowy landscape with a clear sky, rocky terrain, and a distant city skyline.
    Frame Lake Trail
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A snow-covered forest path.
    Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yellowknife Veterans Memorial
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Northern Arts and Cultural Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • NWT Diamond and Jewellery Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Yellowknife, NT (YZF)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Wok Box
    5 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    5 min drive

About this property

The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

  • Property highlights
  • You can look forward to a free roundtrip 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 center.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and multilingual staff
    • ATM/banking services, a vending machine, and 9 meeting rooms
  • Room features
  • All 259 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 46-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 center
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (7,200 square feet 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 50.0 per day

Property 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

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 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife on 31 August 2026 start from AED 813, excluding 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?

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?

Check-out 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 4:00 AM–1:00 AM at scheduled times.

Where is The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife located?

Situated in Yellowknife, this hotel is steps from YK Centre Mall and Yellowknife Veterans Memorial. Somba K'e Civic Plaza and Frame Lake Trail are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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