Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast offers accommodations in Yellowknife, 2.1 miles from Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor fireplace. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. Featuring a balcony and lake views, the spacious bed and breakfast includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. The nearest airport is Yellowknife Airport, 4.3 miles from the bed and breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
10
High score for Yellowknife
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    Although we arrived at this property but we did not stay. Due to an unknown system error, the owner did not expect our arrival, so that no room is ready for us. We appreciate the owner, Blair woke up at mid-night and let us in, explained the...
  • James
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful lake view, close to the old town. Suite has mini kitchen which is really useful.
  • Zachary
    Canada Canada
    Hosts were wonderful. Very helpful for arrival instructions, and the suite was beautiful!
  • Sarah
    Canada Canada
    Everything about Great Slave Lake B&B was exceptional! The place was modern, yet quaint and cozy. We had an amazing view of the snow-covered trees and frozen lake. It honestly felt like something out of a storybook. It had everything we needed and...
  • Bloomer
    Canada Canada
    We liked the B&B. It was clean and we loved being close to the water! We were even able to kayak right off the dock!
  • Seung
    South Korea South Korea
    Breakfast provided in the kitchen was delicious and various. Breakfast includes bread, milk, juice, fruits, butter, etc B&B was super warm in winter , so we could sleep without any blanket. Spacious room was great and the view from the...
  • Alex
    Canada Canada
    The location was amazing, easy access for walking into town or onto the lake to see the northern lights. Very cozy, beautiful space with everything we could need; snacks, coffee, bath and TV to watch the football games of course. We were even...
  • Miriam
    Australia Australia
    Gorgeous location. Great attributes. Lovely hosts. Wonderful. Highly recommend.
  • 하정
    South Korea South Korea
    Everything was fantastic. Blair & Andrea were so kind and thoughtful, and the view from the room was amazing. Highly recommended!
  • Jongwook
    South Korea South Korea
    It is wonderful place to have perfect vacation. Very welcoming host and cozy place. They helped our couple a lot. Place is so amazing and cozy.

Property questions and answers
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  • For the room with the balcony: is the balcony private and is there a bathtub in the room as well? Thanks!

    Hi there! The deck is not private per se, we sometimes use the backyard. The bathtub/bathroom that you see in the photos is your private bathroom.
    Answered on 11 October 2023
  • How far is dog sledding excursions? Is the Aurora borealis lights viewable here in Novmeber?

    There is kick sledding a few blocks from the suite. The Aurora is viewable depending on weather.
    Answered on 6 January 2023
  • Is it far to go to see the lights?In your opinion would this be a suitable vacation for a 13year old.

    Hi there. In the winter you can just walk out on the lake and see them when the sky is clear. There are also many tours available. For your 13 year ol..
    Answered on 7 October 2021
  • Hi, we are planning for a 5-day vacation in Yellowknife in mid-Jan 2024. just want to know how easy to get taxi from your house to downtown. Thanks

    Hi there. A taxi from our home to downtown will take about 5 min and cost about 12$. There is a bus stop out front as well. Take care.
    Answered on 9 July 2023
  • Hi, when will you be opening your January schedule?

    Hi there! It’s open now 😊. Sorry about that.
    Answered on 27 June 2022
  • I have not yet booked my flight so have no definite dates.... is there some way to see what dates are still have available? I am maybe just not awar..

    Please visit us on booking.com to see the price and calendar. I did not see this message until now. I am very sorry for the late response. Hope you ha..
    Answered on 19 April 2024
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Hosted by Blair and Andrea Van Metre

9.9
9.9
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Blair and Andrea Van Metre
Great Slave Lakeside B&B is a fully licensed, private bed and breakfast in the heart of Yellowknife's Old Town. Located directly on Great Slave Lake, the suite is self contained and includes a private entrance. The suite offers lovely views of the lake and Aurora Borealis. Wildlife are common and includes sightings of magpies, ravens, squirrels, rabbits and sometimes even marten and fox. The private B&B studio is modern and bright with newly painted walls and beautiful hardwood floors. The suite is made up of three rooms: one large room that houses a king sized bed, queen sized sofa bed and living area. The kitchenette has a bar sized fridge/freezer, induction plates, toaster oven and microwave. Self-serve coffee and tea are provided in the unit as well as continental cold breakfast options for your enjoyment. The private bathroom has a claw foot tub and separate shower. A west facing deck and sitting area allows for a beautiful midnight sun experience. The non-smoking space is 600 square feet and it is ideal for a couple, 3 adults or a young family of four. All amenities including linens, towels and bathroom toiletries are provided.
We have wanted to open a B&B for some time in Yellowknife. Blair and I were both born and raised in Yellowknife and sharing our community with others just feels natural. We all enjoy spending time outdoors whether we are camping, fishing (summer and winter), snowmobiling, hiking, boating and swimming. You will have time to browse the many activity and attraction brochures at your leisure upon arrival. Or talk to us, we can help you get set up with what to do and where to go.
Great Slave Lakeside B&B is located close to some of Yellowknife’s best restaurants and shops. For instance, a 10 minute walk will get you to Bullock’s Bistro, a unique restaurant that is famous for its Great Slave Lake fish and chips or Weaver & Devore Trading Co. which has a great selection of winter gear including Canada Goose parkas. Also nearby, is the NWT Brewing Company which serves pub food and locally brewed beer. Down to Earth Gallery, which is next door, features beautiful, jewelry, arts and crafts made by local artisans. The Old Town is also very well-known for its colorful houseboat community and Pilot’s Monument which presents views of the city skyline, Great Slave Lake and northern landscape. In the summer, you can watch the float planes while dining on the deck of the Wildcat Café, Yellowknife’s first and most iconic restaurants in the North. Downtown Yellowknife offers many other shops and restaurants.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • City view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Fast free Wifi 146 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast

  • Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast is 1.5 miles from the center of Yellowknife. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Suite
  • The prices at Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Great Slave Lakeside Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Canoeing