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3-star hotels in Red Deer
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Red Deer, the Alberta city on Highway 2 between Calgary and Edmonton. It covers properties at downtown addresses on 50 Avenue and Gaetz Avenue, the northern cluster around Orr Drive and 67 Street, and one in Gasoline Alley, so you can choose by location, guest rating or the facilities you actually need.
Staying in Red Deer
Red Deer sits on the Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2) roughly halfway between Calgary and Edmonton, which makes it a natural stopover and a base for central Alberta. Visitors head for the historic downtown with its shops, restaurants and the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery, and for the river valley, which has over 100 kilometers of trails for walking, cycling and cross-country skiing. The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame, the Kerry Wood Nature Centre and the Westerner Park exhibition grounds round out the draw, alongside events such as the Red Deer Highland Games and Westerner Days. The hotels here split into two clear clusters. Black Knight Inn, Sandman Hotel Red Deer, Red Deer Resort & Casino and Park Hill Inn & Suites sit downtown on 50 Avenue and Gaetz Avenue, within 1.5 km of the centre. Empire Inn & Suites is south in Gasoline Alley. Couples and short-break visitors tend to favour the downtown addresses, families the suites with kitchens and pools, and drivers passing through the Gasoline Alley and northern highway-side properties.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG
6433 Orr Drive, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA reliable 3-star base on Orr Drive in north Red Deer, 4.9 km from the centre, where guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 577 reviews. An indoor pool and Jacuzzi make it easy to unwind after a day out, and free parking plus free wifi remove the usual small frictions. Breakfast is included in the facilities, so mornings start on site. Suits couples and families on a road trip who want a pool and straightforward comfort, and business travellers with a car.
See Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHGStaybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG
6329 Orr Drive, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereExtended-stay comfort comes from the kitchen and kitchenette in each suite, with a dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, all at 4.8 km from the city centre. An indoor pool and Jacuzzi give the property a leisure side, and pets are allowed, which helps travellers who bring a dog. Guests score it 4.6 out of 5 from 300 reviews. Best for longer visits, relocated families and anyone who prefers cooking to eating out every night, with free parking for the car.
See Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHGTowneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer
6822 66Th Street, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSuites here come with a full kitchen and kitchenette, plus an oven, dishwasher and microwave, so self-catering is genuinely practical. A 4.4 out of 5 rating from 395 reviews reflects steady satisfaction, and family rooms and pets allowed widen who can stay. An indoor pool and fitness centre cover exercise and downtime, while free parking and free wifi keep the stay simple. Set 5.0 km from the centre, it suits families and longer-stay guests who want space and a kitchen.
See Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red DeerBlack Knight Inn
2929 50 Ave, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
Why stay hereThe most central of the group, right at the centre with a restaurant and bar on site, so dinner needs no drive. A swimming pool and wifi round out the essentials for a 3-star stay. Guest feedback stands at 4.3 out of 5 from 779 reviews, one of the larger review counts here. It fits travellers who want to park once and walk to what they need, and anyone who values eating and drinking without leaving the building.
See Black Knight InnPark Hill Inn & Suites
4217 Gaetz 50Th Avenue, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereSimple, well-located lodging 1.5 km from the centre, with free parking and free wifi included. Breakfast is available, and a fireplace adds a bit of warmth to the common areas. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 146 reviews. Wheelchair accessible and with a 24 hour front desk, it works for travellers who want an easy, uncomplicated stop close to the middle of Red Deer, and for those who need step-free access.
See Park Hill Inn & SuitesSandman Hotel Red Deer
2818 Gaetz Avenue, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAt 0.2 km from the centre, this is the closest option to the middle of town, and it adds an indoor pool and Jacuzzi for the end of the day. There is a restaurant and room service, and pets are allowed. A fitness centre and free parking are in the facilities, and guests rate it 4.0 out of 5 from 696 reviews. It suits travellers who want to be within walking reach of the centre and value a pool and an on-site meal.
See Sandman Hotel Red DeerRed Deer Resort & Casino
3310 50 Avenue, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA resort with a casino on site, 0.5 km from the centre, so the entertainment is in the building. An indoor pool and Jacuzzi sit alongside a restaurant and bar, and a fitness centre is available too. With 1492 reviews and a 3.9 out of 5 rating, it is the most reviewed hotel on this list. It suits adults who want gaming, dining and a pool in one place, and families who use the pool and restaurants rather than the casino.
See Red Deer Resort & CasinoRadisson Red Deer Hotel
6500 67 Street, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA large property 5.0 km from the centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre and Jacuzzi, and a restaurant and bar for meals without leaving. Rooms come with kitchen and kitchenette options, and pets are allowed. Guests give it 3.9 out of 5 from 1353 reviews. Games room and garden add something for slower afternoons. It works for families and groups who want plenty of on-site amenities and easy free parking, and who do not mind being outside the core.
See Radisson Red Deer HotelLazy M Lodge
53021 Twp Rd 37 2, Red Deer, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA lodge outside the city bustle with a garden, terrace and picnic area, plus a library and lounge for quiet hours. Fishing is among the facilities, and a Jacuzzi is available, with free parking and free wifi. There is a restaurant on site, so meals are covered. It suits travellers who want a slower, greener setting and outdoor time rather than a central address, including couples and anyone combining a stay with fishing nearby.
See Lazy M LodgeEmpire Inn & Suites
23 Gasoline Alley East, Red Deer, Canada
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
Why stay hereA basic 3-star choice at Gasoline Alley East, 5.2 km from the centre, with air conditioning, television, telephone and wifi in the rooms. The facilities are deliberately minimal, so this is one for travellers who want a straightforward place to sleep with parking and a short drive into Red Deer. It fits road-trippers and people passing through who care about the essentials rather than extras such as a pool or restaurant.
See Empire Inn & Suites
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG | ★★★ | 4.6 | 577 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 4.9 km |
| Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG | ★★★ | 4.6 | 300 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.8 km |
| Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer | ★★★ | 4.4 | 395 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.0 km |
| Black Knight Inn | ★★★ | 4.3 | 779 | – | – | Yes | – | 0.0 km |
| Park Hill Inn & Suites | ★★★ | 4.1 | 146 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.5 km |
| Sandman Hotel Red Deer | ★★★ | 4.0 | 696 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Red Deer Resort & Casino | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,492 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Radisson Red Deer Hotel | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,353 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 5.0 km |
| Lazy M Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | – |
| Empire Inn & Suites | ★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | – | 5.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Highest rated
Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG and Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG, neighbours on Orr Drive, both score 4.6 out of 5, from 577 and 300 reviews. Both list an indoor pool, a fitness centre and free car parking; the Staybridge adds a kitchen, dishwasher and laundry service, the Holiday Inn Express a business centre and express check in.
Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG · Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG
For families
Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer, Sandman Hotel Red Deer and Radisson Red Deer Hotel all list family rooms, an indoor pool and free car parking. Towneplace Suites adds kitchens, a cot and a picnic area, Sandman a restaurant and shuttle service, and the Radisson a games room and garden, so there is space and something to do on site at each.
Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer · Sandman Hotel Red Deer · Radisson Red Deer Hotel
For self-catering stays
Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG and Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer are the two with full kitchens: kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, refrigerator and microwave, and Towneplace also lists an oven. Both add breakfast, laundry service and dry cleaning service, which suits longer stays or families who would rather not eat out every night.
Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG · Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer
Closest to the centre
Black Knight Inn on 2929 50 Ave is 0.0 km from the centre, Sandman Hotel Red Deer 0.2 km, Red Deer Resort & Casino 0.5 km and Park Hill Inn & Suites 1.5 km. Black Knight Inn and the Resort & Casino list restaurants and bars, Sandman has a restaurant and indoor pool, and Park Hill Inn & Suites adds breakfast and free car parking.
Black Knight Inn · Sandman Hotel Red Deer · Red Deer Resort & Casino · Park Hill Inn & Suites
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Red Deer is situated on Highway 2 (Queen Elizabeth II Highway), about halfway between Calgary and Edmonton. The drive from Calgary takes roughly 1.5 hours, and from Edmonton about 1.5 hours. Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF) is located south of the city and offers limited scheduled flights; most visitors arrive via Calgary International Airport (YYC) or Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Intercity bus services connect Red Deer to major cities. Getting around is easiest by car, as the city is spread out. Red Deer Transit operates bus routes throughout the city, and taxis and ride-sharing services are available.
When to go
The best time to visit Red Deer is during the summer months (June to August), when temperatures are warm and outdoor activities like hiking and cycling are popular, and the city hosts events such as Westerner Days in July. Winter (November to March) brings cold temperatures and snow, but also opportunities for cross-country skiing and other winter sports. Spring and fall offer milder weather and fewer crowds.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels are closest to downtown Red Deer?
Black Knight Inn at 2929 50 Ave is 0.0 km from the centre, Sandman Hotel Red Deer at 2818 Gaetz Avenue is 0.2 km, Red Deer Resort & Casino at 3310 50 Avenue is 0.5 km and Park Hill Inn & Suites at 4217 Gaetz 50Th Avenue is 1.5 km. The northern hotels are around 5 km out.
Which Red Deer hotels have kitchens?
Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG lists a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher and refrigerator, and Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer lists a kitchen, kitchenette, oven, dishwasher and microwave. Sandman Hotel Red Deer and Radisson Red Deer Hotel list kitchenettes among their facilities.
Do these hotels have indoor pools?
Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG, Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG, Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer, Sandman Hotel Red Deer, Red Deer Resort & Casino and Radisson Red Deer Hotel all list an indoor pool, and Black Knight Inn lists a swimming pool.
Are pets allowed in any of these hotels?
Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG, Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer, Sandman Hotel Red Deer and Red Deer Resort & Casino all list pets allowed among their facilities, so you can bring a dog on the drive along Highway 2.
Which hotels are rated highest by guests?
Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG and Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG both score 4.6 out of 5, from 577 and 300 reviews. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer follows at 4.4 from 395 reviews, and Black Knight Inn at 4.3 from 779 reviews.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast appears in the facilities of Holiday Inn Express Red Deer North by IHG, Staybridge Suites Red Deer North by IHG, Towneplace Suites by Marriott Red Deer, Park Hill Inn & Suites and Red Deer Resort & Casino. The other properties on this list do not list breakfast.
Where should I stay in Red Deer for a Highway 2 stopover?
Gasoline Alley, just south of the city along Highway 2, has a concentration of hotels and is convenient for travellers passing through; Empire Inn & Suites is at 23 Gasoline Alley East. North Red Deer also has several hotels with quick access to the highway.