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Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

4.5 star property
Edmonton's riverside retreat offers a blend of relaxation and urban adventure, with hot stone massages and sunny pool days on tap

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Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a high arched doorway, elegant seating area, and ornate chandelier.
Stunning hall with ornate chandelier, intricate moldings, and patterned carpet.
Experience the grandeur of this classic hotel, featuring a beautifully maintained lawn and serene garden.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and armchair, plus a desk and TV.
Enjoy al fresco dining with a view of the city and rolling hills.
The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald overlooks the North Saskatchewan River Valley, blending comfort with stunning views. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room, or two indoor pools, enjoy a hot stone massage, and savor local flavors at the on-site restaurants.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The current price is CA $296
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, River View (Fairmont Gold)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View (Deluxe)

Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View (Deluxe)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fairmont, Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Fairmont)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Fairmont)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Fairmont)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, River View (Fairmont)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Fairmont)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Fairmont Gold King)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Fairmont Gold King)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
10065 100 St Nw, Edmonton, AB, T5J0N6

What's nearby

  • Edmonton Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edmonton City Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rogers Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Alberta - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Commonwealth Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Edmonton Intl. Airport (YEG) - 33 min drive
  • Avonmore Station - 7 min drive
  • Edmonton Station - 15 min drive
  • Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Churchill Station - 6 min walk
  • 102 Street Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪CRAFT Beer Market Edmonton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪OEB Breakfast Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Canada Place - Food Court - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sherlock Holmes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Underground Tap & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton City Centre. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages and enjoy local cuisine at The Harvest Room, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Central Station is 3 minutes and Churchill Station is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, German, Italian, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 198 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • WiFi and wired internet access in public areas*
    • WiFi and wired internet access in rooms*

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (CAD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (CAD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Racquetball/squash
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (12000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1915
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Magnifying mirror
  • High pile carpet in room
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi and wired internet for a surcharge
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Free bottled water
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages.

Dining

The Harvest Room - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Confederation Lounge - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for CAD 14.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for CAD 14.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for CAD 14.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for CAD 14.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 23 to 50 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Self parking costs CAD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs CAD 50 per night with in/out privileges
  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

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Frequently asked questions

Does Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 40.00 per night. Valet parking costs CAD 50 per night. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Villa Casino (13-min walk) and Century Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy fun activities nearby like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and return when the snow melts for a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes racquetball/squash. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Fairmont Hotel Macdonald also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?

Yes, The Harvest Room offers alfresco dining and local cuisine.

What's the area around Fairmont Hotel Macdonald like?

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is in Downtown Edmonton, a short 3-minute walk from Central Station and 13 minutes' walk from Rogers Place. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The spa facilities, including the hot tub, sauna, steam room, and pool, were highly praised for their cleanliness and excellent condition. (12 reviews)
  • The gym was excellent, offering a wide range of options and facilities. (10 reviews)
  • Breakfast offered a good variety of food and was very tasty. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

We had a very good time during our stay, the staff went out of their way to make us feel special. The room was very quiet and comfortable. The food was excellent!
2-night trip

10/10

Amazing stay
1-night trip

10/10

Great stay
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice stay
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent stay !
1-night trip

10/10

Close walk to things to do.
1-night trip

10/10

Absolutely stunning and historic building with delicious food and amazing staff
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely stay
1-night trip

10/10

Elegant stay with excellent service.
1-night trip

10/10

Fairmont, always a treat
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent service throughout the hotel. Clean and very comfortable room.
1-night trip

8/10

Great custumers service !
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was very welcoming and friendly, overall had a wonderful experience and would stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

Great stay. Was absolutely excellent.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location
1-night trip

10/10

Always a great stay. You can’t beat fairmont hospitality and standards
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful view of the river valley
1-night trip

8/10

Our stay was lovely. Service was great and very prompt. Our room on the 5th floor did not have cery good water pressure in the shower which was unfortunate, but all in all was a nice stay.
2-night trip

8/10

We really enjoyed the size of the rooms and the waitress in the lounge. Valet parking was great!
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stay at Hotel Macdonald! We had busy days so took advantage of the room service meals. Food was wonderful and staff was great!
2-night trip

10/10

Everything here is so clean and nice. Every staff member we interacted with was warm and professional, best hotel we have stayed at in Edmonton
1-night trip

10/10

Extremely comfortable. Wonderful service.
2-night trip

10/10

Great service!!!
2-night trip

10/10

Loved the pool
3-night trip