The Explorer Hotel
The Explorer Hotel
Boasting an on-site restaurant and bar, this Yellowknife hotel is located 3.1 mi from Yellowknife Airport. Free WiFi is offered in all guest rooms. A free airport shuttle is provided. A cable TV is featured in all air-conditioned rooms at The Explorer Hotel. A desk and seating area are included. Traders Grill restaurant offers daily dining options featuring American cuisine. Guests can also relax by the fireplace in the Trapline Lounge after a day’s exploring. A fitness center is provided for guest use at The Hotel Explorer. A business center is available. A cash machine is located on-site for added convenience. Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers boating, fishing, and Northern Lights trips and is located 4 minutes' drive from the hotel. Ferd Henne Territorial Park is 2.5 mi away. Northern Frontier Visitors Center is located 5 minutes’ walk away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 2 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Sustainability certification
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Guests who stayed here loved
Nicole
Canada“Close to amenities like shoppers, clean and fresh looking, nice view”
Patrick
United States of America“Room was nice. The location of the restaurant was also very relaxing with the snow scenery in the background. All the hotel staff were pretty friendly.”
Mary Canada“Had a nice meal in the lounge. Appreciated the early shuttle to the airport.”- DDeborah Canada“Room excellent, bed very comfortable, room quiet, staff pleasant and very helpful and shuttle was great.”
Raymond Canada“Main restaurant was great. My waitress was very caring, attentive, and great.”- Angela Canada“They put me on the top floor away from the elevators as I requested. The bed was very comfortable. The clerks were very lovely to me.”
Sarah
United Kingdom“Restaurant was very nice, because view, pleasant staff, lovely food and fire pit. The bar was lovely too, staff very pleasant and helpful. Lovely fireplace and comfortable seating areas.”- Michael
Australia“The room was well furnished and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The bar and restaurant were nice. The wifi worked well and the staff were friendly.” 
Jennifer Canada“I loved the restaurant, service staff were friendly and helpful. Ruby was a pleasure to speak with.”- KKathy Canada“The rooms are nice a spacious, beds are comfortable and I like the location and the restaurant is lovely.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Trader's Grill
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Trapline
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional
Amenities of The Explorer Hotel
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 2 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
PetsPets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Movie nightsAdditional chargeOff-site
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- SkiingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle service
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
- Fitness
- Fitness center
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
- French
- Japanese
- Filipino
- Cantonese
House rulesThe Explorer Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about The Explorer Hotel
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The Explorer Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Yellowknife. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at The Explorer Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Explorer Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Movie nights
- Fitness
- Temporary art galleries
- Tour or class about local culture
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Happy hour
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The Explorer Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Trader's Grill
- Trapline
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Room options at The Explorer Hotel include:
- Double
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Check-in at The Explorer Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 AM.
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Yes, The Explorer Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.
