The Explorer Hotel - Yellowknife
62.457206, -114.372461Overview
The 4-star Explorer Hotel Yellowknife is nearly a 5-minute walk from Northern Images and offers fitness classes, various recreational opportunities, and barbecue grills. The hotel provides a cash machine and a currency exchange as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Location
Aurora Emporium Art Gallery and The Legislative Assembly Building can be reached in 5 minutes' walk and 13 minutes' walk respectively. You'll be about 5 minutes' walk from Niven Lake. One of the most important attractions in Yellowknife is the well-laid-out Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre Museum and it is located at a medium distance from this charming hotel.
The Explorer Hotel is about 5 minutes' walk from A bus station.
Rooms
Furnished with a work desk, the 152 rooms also include such conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea and coffee making facilities. This property has elegant furniture and carpet flooring. The private bathrooms feature a hair dryer and bath sheets. They boast panoramic views of the lake.
Eat & Drink
Guests can have breakfast in the restaurant every morning. Staying in the Explorer you can choose from 2 restaurants to have dinner at. The onsite bar has a lounge and is decorated with an open fireplace. The accommodation is within easy reach of Trapline Lounge, that serves Canadian cuisine.
Leisure & Business
At the Explorer Yellowknife, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness area. A range of activities such as canoeing, boating, and snow skiing are offered on the premises. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as a photocopier and a desk, along with access to a business centre.
Rooms and availability

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed
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Free Wi-Fi
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Air conditioning

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Max:2 persons
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Free Wi-Fi
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Private bathroom

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Lake view
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Free Wi-Fi
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Heating
Essential information about The Explorer Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 15858 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 8.8 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 5.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Yellowknife Airport, YZF |
Location
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Reviews of The Explorer Hotel
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missingWrote a review on 31 Jancomfortable roomfriendly staffrelaxing ambiancelimited dining optionslong wait times
Had a lovely stay for 4 nights, enjoying the comfortable Deluxe King Room. The restaurant offered a relaxing ambiance with impressive views of the snowy landscape, and the food was good. The staff were always friendly and attentive. The dining options around the hotel were quite limited, requiring a drive to find alternative eateries.
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missingWrote a review on 30 Jan
Location, type of hotel and secure.
They never look at the type of room you select (king bed...)
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missingWrote a review on 28 Jan
Ice machine&pop machine are main floor only
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missingWrote a review on 07 Janfriendly staffnice room
Stayed in the beautiful king room at explorer for 4 nights, and it was a nice experience. The restaurant had a relaxing view of the snowy landscape, a lovely touch. All the hotel staff were friendly, always ready to help.
would recommend.
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missingWrote a review on 05 Jan
Wonderful comfort, early coffee and muffins in the lobby, comfortable bed
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missingWrote a review on 04 Jan
dining room nice but busy breakfast too busy, slow service
the television! very old, poor colour
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missingWrote a review on 29 Decstunning sceneryfriendly staff
The stunning snowy scenery from the restaurant created a serene dining experience, while the friendly hotel staff always made us feel welcome and accommodated.
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missingWrote a review on 26 Dec
Easy check-in, convenient location very close to the lake and restaurants and attractions. Also, very close to downtown. Brand-new room with clean bathroom. Really nice beds and good facilities.
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missingWrote a review on 11 Novfriendly staff
This hotel is a solid choice for one night in Yellowknife and offers good value for price. The staff were really friendly, made my stay more enjoyable. Pro tip, be aware that everything is closed on Sundays if you're planning a visit.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Octcozy roomgreat shuttlenice loungelimited breakfast options
Comfy stay with good food
I spent a night in a Superior King Room, and it was cozy! The lounge had a nice vibe and I enjoyed a great meal there. Definitely appreciated the early shuttle to the airport. Just wish they had more breakfast options. Good for a short stay in Yellowknife!
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missingWrote a review on 01 Septlocal art showbouncy castledelicious breakfastplayground area
We explored the local art show downtown, filled with fantastic pieces and friendly artists. The grandkids loved the bouncy castle and face painting. The breakfast buffet was another highlight, with delicious options to satisfy everyone in the family.
My kids wished for a small playground area to play off their energy.
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missingWrote a review on 29 Aug
Good location for our visit to a well-laid-out museum at a moderate distance from the hotel. Very courteous, efficient people working here.
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missingWrote a review on 14 Augspacious roomdelicious foodfantastic viewsmissing top sheet
I just had a lovely four-night stay in Yellowknife! The room was spacious and comfortable, and the restaurant offered fantastic views with delicious food. However, I was disappointed that there was no top bed sheet provided, just a thick duvet, which made it tricky to sleep comfortably.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Augwarm decorinviting atmospherefriendly stafflimited dining optionsaccessibility concerns
The hotel's warm and inviting decor. Bright, spacious common areas and comfortable seating made it easy for seniors like myself to relax, while the friendly staff ensured assistance was always nearby.
More accessible dining options would improve the experience.
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missingWrote a review on 09 Julfriendly stafflocal beerclean roomsdining optionslimited choices
Friendly staff, clean rooms, great local beer. Limited dining options make it hard to eat here during peak times. Walking tours nearby were fun.
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