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The Downtown, a Coast Hotel

Klondike gold-rush charm meets modern comfort

3★ 1026 Second Avenue, Dawson City, YT • 4.2/5 guest score • from $199/night

Welcome

In the heart of historic Dawson City, The Downtown, a Coast Hotel combines turn-of-the-century atmosphere with modern, renovated rooms. Step inside to the hotel’s signature “Downtown Red” wallpaper and you’re transported to the Klondike Gold Rush era.

A majority Indigenous-owned and managed property, it offers 59 pet-friendly guest rooms — 34 in the main building and 25 in the adjoining annex — just one block from the Yukon River and steps from Dawson’s boardwalk attractions. Open year-round.

Key highlights

  • Home of the world-famous Sourtoe Cocktail at the Sourdough Saloon
  • Jack London Grill restaurant with a summer patio
  • Free Dawson City airport shuttle & free parking
  • Majority Indigenous-owned & managed — your stay supports the community

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Rooms & suites

Coast Classic Room

Modern room with mini-fridge, coffee maker, triple-sheeted linens and a spacious workstation.

Coast Premium King

King bed with a deep soaking bathtub and added space.

Annex & Pet-Friendly Rooms

25 rooms in the adjoining annex, including pet-friendly options on request.

Amenities

Rooms

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Mini-fridge & coffee maker (in-room Starbucks)
  • Air conditioning (main building)
  • Triple-sheeted bed linens
  • Spacious workstation
  • Cable TV
  • Botanical bath amenities

Property

  • Sourdough Saloon (Sourtoe Cocktail, May–Sept)
  • Jack London Grill restaurant & summer patio
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Coin-operated laundry
  • 80-person conference room
  • Grace gift shop
  • Pet-friendly rooms

What’s nearby

  • Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall~2 blocks
  • Palace Grand Theatre~1 block
  • Yukon River1 block
  • S.S. Keno National Historic SiteDowntown
  • Midnight Dome viewpointShort drive
  • Dawson City AirportFree shuttle

Explore Dawson City

Dawson City sits at the heart of the Klondike goldfields, where wooden boardwalks, saloons, Diamond Tooth Gerties and the Midnight Dome are all within an easy walk.

Summer travellers enjoy canoeing and kayaking, hiking, fishing, mountain biking and wildlife watching under the midnight sun; winter brings Northern Lights viewing, dog sledding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

Policies & good to know

Check-inFrom 3:00 PM
Check-outBy 11:00 AM
OpenYear-round
PetsPet-friendly rooms on request
SaloonSourdough Saloon open May–September
ParkingFree on-site/street parking

Rates from $199/night before taxes and vary by season — summer is busiest. Please confirm current availability and terms before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

Can I try the Sourtoe Cocktail here?

Yes — the on-site Sourdough Saloon is home to the world-famous Sourtoe Cocktail: a shot of Yukon whisky garnished with a real mummified human toe. The saloon is open May to September.

Is the hotel open year-round?

Yes, the hotel welcomes guests year-round, though the Sourdough Saloon operates seasonally (May–September).

Can I walk to Dawson’s attractions?

Absolutely — it’s one block from the Yukon River and steps from Diamond Tooth Gerties, the Palace Grand Theatre and historic boardwalks.

Is there a free airport shuttle?

Yes — a complimentary Dawson City Airport shuttle is available; call the hotel in advance to book.

Are pets allowed?

Yes — a limited number of pet-friendly rooms are available on request; add a note when booking.

Is there a restaurant?

Yes — the Jack London Grill serves meals with a summer patio, plus food and local beer at the Sourdough Saloon.

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