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HI Edmonton vs Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

HI Edmonton and Fairmont Hotel Macdonald are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is the choice of most writers compared to HI Edmonton. Fairmont Hotel Macdonald comes in at 82 with praise from 4 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Forbes Travel Guide.

HI Edmonton
HI Edmonton
7 / 10
10647 81st Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 1Y1, Canada
From $19 /night
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Free Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Fax / photocopying
  • Baggage storage
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This 104-bed hostel is in a former convent in the Old Strathcona district and has plenty of facilities, including laundry, library, bike rental, free wi-fi and roomy kitchen."
Lonely Planet 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." Full review
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
8 / 10
10065 100th St, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0N6, Canada
From $154 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"As Edmonton’s only four-diamond hotel, the "Mac" (as locals call it) has serious pedigree and a historic reputation to uphold." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"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."
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
"Outside, it’s easy for guests to take in the best of Edmonton: both the city’s downtown core and its extensive network of river valley trails are just steps away from the hotel. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Wins guests over with its elegant accommodations. Each of its 198 guest rooms and suites is tastefully decorated in neutral tones and comes with an HD TV...views of the river or city skyline. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Stealing the best nook in town (as Fairmont always does), Edmonton's historic Fairmont Hotel exhibits the usual array of intricate stucco, Italian marble, ornate chandeliers and lush carpets" Full review