Explorer Hotel

Experiencing the wonders of northern Canada doesn't mean roughing it when you stay at the premier full service hotel in the Northwest Territories. Located at the entrance to the city of Yellowknife, Explorer Hotel has been a prominent landmark for over 30 years. It's a natural starting point for a leisurely stroll to Old Town and Back Bay, or a quick dash to a business meeting in the downtown core. Yellowknife boasts a multitude of events and activities to ensure your visit is a fun-filled, learning experience.With 127 rooms, Explorer Hotel is the largest hotel in the Northwest Territories. Extensive conference and meeting facilities allow us to accommodate formal banquets for up to 350 people in the main ballroom. If you are traveling on business, maximize your efficiency in our rooms with business services like voice-mail, wireless Internet, large desks and interconnected rooms. Photocopying and facsimile services are offered at our front desk. Spectacular panoramic views await you in your spacious room at Explorer Hotel. Overlooking Niven Lake and Back Bay to the north and Frame Lake and the Legislative Assembly to the south, our hotel rooms are unique in Yellowknife. Every room features complimentary coffee, three-fixture bathrooms, hair dryers, clock radios, telephones and remote control color TV's. Room service, laundry service and a complimentary shuttle bus service are available to make your stay as convenient as possible. Choose a room with king or queen beds. You will sleep soundly with secure electronic door locks and a 24-hour front desk staff. Explorer Hotel is a hub of business and entertainment in Yellowknife. Our loyal guests appreciate the many conveniences that only the Explorer provides. If it is -40C and you don't want to go out, there is no reason to sit alone in your hotel room for the evening. Revel in the spectacular view as you relish fine local cuisine in Traders Grill. Relax in the Trapline Lounge and enjoy unsurpassed northern hospitality while getting to know new friends and acquaintances. Wander into the Explorer Gift Shop and browse for everything from Canadian diamonds to aboriginal soapstone carvings to hand-crafted clothing. Located at the entrance to the city of Yellowknife, Explorer Hotel has been a prominent landmark for over 30 years. It's a natural starting point for a leisurely stroll to Old Town and Back Bay, or a quick dash to a business meeting in the downtown core.