Edmonton

One of the big historic railway hotels once run by the CPR, and undoubtedly the first choice if you want to overnight in traditional style. — Rough Guide

This boutique hotel near Edmonton’s arts and business district was built in 1911. — DK Eyewitness

You'll find that the Met is actually a decent place to stay and a fitting reflection of the happening entertainment district (Old Strathcona) in which it sits. — Lonely Planet

The Matrix Hotel, located just off Jasper Avenue, is smack-dab in the middle of downtown Edmonton, and there is no better place to stay than its Onyx Suite. — Afar Magazine

For adventures in Old Strathcona, at the heart of Edmonton's cultural, culinary, and nightlife scenes, book a night or three at the Euro-style Varscona Hotel on Whyte. — Afar Magazine

Largely a business-oriented hotel with amenities that corporate travelers covet, including free Wi-Fi, a staffed business center, and over 30,000 square feet of meeting space. — Oyster

Aside from classy rooms replete with glitz and glamour there are numerous additional facilities here. The indoor water park is fantastic, and there are restaurants, cocktail lounges and a casino. — Lonely Planet

Just west of Edmonton, Alberta, the River Cree Resort & Casino sits on a vast 49-acre estate suitable for business and leisure travelers. — U.S. News & World Report

Catering to traveling businesspeople, the Canterra has large, comfortable suites equipped with modern kitchenettes. — Lonely Planet

OK, it's a chain, but at least it's a Canadian one. This branch is close to the West Ed Mall and has a swimming pool, restaurant and decent rooms at a good price. — Lonely Planet

This busy hostel is a safe bet. Many of the rooms are a bit jam-packed with bunks and it feels somewhat like a converted old people's home...the location and price are hard to beat. — Lonely Planet

A great way to get the same view as some of the more expensive places downtown; make sure you ask for a riverside room so you can take advantage of the stellar view. — Lonely Planet

For an inner-city camping spot, this one is pretty good. It's in a good location to get to 'The Mall' and keep some distance from it at the same time. There are lots of trees, a playground. — Lonely Planet

Cheerful downtown hostel with dorm beds and private rooms, all with private washrooms. It also has a sociable communal area with decent kitchen facilities. — Rough Guide

This historic hotel has period decorated rooms from the roaring 20s and staying here gives you free entry into the fort and its surrounds. — Lonely Planet

Because it's connected to the Shaw Conference Centre in downtown Edmonton, The Westin Edmonton makes a convenient home base for business travelers. — U.S. News & World Report

While aimed at the business crowd, this tidy hotel is a good place to check for some good deals. — Lonely Planet

The upper-middle-range Fantasyland Hotel has an unbeatable location as far as fans of the West Edmonton Mall are concerned...the themed options -- from space to Roman -- are extremely popular. — Oyster

Reliable downtown motel with parking and a heated indoor pool. Local calls, wi-fi and a light breakfast included in the rates. $108. — Rough Guide