The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

Hotels
Independent
8.4 (129 reviews)
4825 49 Avenue, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, X1A2R3 , Yellowknife , CA

Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Free airport transportation
ATM/banking
Conference space
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable room
Good food
Cons:
Service inconsistencies
Dated rooms
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some concerns noted about dust buildup; room was clean but not consistent.
Service
8.85
Average staff friendliness noted; quick check-in but some service inconsistencies.
Location
9.15
Best location with easy access to key points of interest.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms dated and in need of an upgrade; however, king size bed was praised.
Amenities
8.15
Lacked some expected perks like bath robes; reasonable amenities overall.
Value for Money
8.65
Good value considering overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Traders Grill restaurant serves good food, especially Sunday Brunch.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall positive but with some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:26

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The Explorer Hotel Yellowknife, your home away from home.

Rejuvenating Amenities
Indulge in our state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness center and enjoy free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property. Experience our exceptional concierge services that are dedicated to making your stay as comfortable as possible.

Dining Delight
Satisfy your cravings at Traders Grill, our onsite restaurant offering a delectable menu for lunch, dinner, or brunch. Or unwind at our inviting bar/lounge with your favorite drink, and enjoy delicate room service during limited hours.

Event Space & Comfort
With over 7,200 square feet of versatile event space featuring 9 meeting rooms, we are ideal for your next gathering. Our luxuriously appointed rooms come with modern amenities, including refrigerators, microwaves, and premium bedding for a restful night's sleep.

Book your unforgettable getaway today!

Important information:

  • 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.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YZF

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Key Global

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 129 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.45
D
Daisuke partner
10
Pros:

best location. so nice stuff.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
D
Dave
10
Pros:

They need more staff at the check in.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
S
Scott family
8
Pros:

Nice property, wasn’t happy that we couldn’t get into the restaurant!

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
D
David
10
Pros:

Great hotel.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
L
Lola partner
10
Pros:

Good property /hotel for a stay in Yellowknife

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
H
Helga partner
8
Pros:

The public spaces were lovely and very well maintained but the guest rooms were dated and in need of an upgrade.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
G
Geoffrey
10
Pros:

Nice hotel in Yellowknife with easy access to key points of interest.

Traders Grill restaurant serves good food especially the Sunday Brunch!

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
S
Souhail family
2
Pros:

There is a monopoly of hotels in Yellowknife. The properties do not need to maintain high standards of service or be amainable to guests needs. They care very little about providing a positive experience. If you're dissatisfied, oh well...there are plenty of other customers looking for a room. Unfortunate and shameful.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
D
Dennis family
6
Pros:

Toilet and hallway condition needs attention.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
J
jason
8
Pros:

No bath robes. No mini bar , no little perks in the room that should be there for the nicest hotel in Yellowknife

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
A
Amanda
8
Clean, comfortable, safe
Pros:

The location was convenient to town while still feeling safe. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff were friendly and helpful. Glad we picked this hotel over some of the others in town!

2025-08-08 via Nuitee
G
Gregory
10
Pros:

Excellent experience

2025-08-03 via Nuitee
D
Daniel
10
Pros:

Very comfortable

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
D
Darryl
10
Pros:

Great stay comfy

2025-07-29 via Nuitee
V
victoria family
6
Pros:

Check in was quick. The staff were average. Not very friendly. The room was clean but lots of dust built up on the ceiling from the vents. The view was beautiful and the hotel was safer than Nova as it requires a key to use the elevator.
The restaurant was nice but staff were lacking customer service skills.
We requested room service our first night which arrived promptly. The next night we ordered again but they said they were
Too busy.
Our last night my daughter had spilled milk on our sheets. I requested for them to be changed but the concierge informed me that after 6pm there was no housekeeping staff.
The hotel was in walking distance of restaurants, parks and waterfront.
Overall okay stay.

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
B
Brendan
10
Pros:

Nice hotel

2025-07-12 via Nuitee
K
kevin friends
10
Pros:

King size bed was very nice

2025-07-09 via Nuitee
J
Jesse
10
Pros:

It’s in the heart of Yellowknife easy access to everything

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
M
Morris
10
Pros:

Good experience. Very good breakfast this morning.

2025-07-03 via Nuitee
G
Gregory partner
10
Pros:

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.

2025-06-29 via Nuitee