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3-star hotels in Yellowknife
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Yellowknife, from addresses on 52 St and 48 Street to a lodge on Duncan and Graham Lakes and guesthouses on Hall Crescent and Mcmahon Court. It is for travellers choosing a base for the northern lights, winter activities or the midnight sun.
Staying in Yellowknife
Yellowknife sits on the Canadian Shield, ringed by lakes and outcrops of rock. The downtown area is compact and walkable, with most hotels, restaurants and shops concentrated along Franklin Avenue and 50th Street. The Old Town, on a peninsula jutting into Great Slave Lake, keeps a frontier character of wooden buildings and houseboats. Visitors can explore the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, learn about Indigenous cultures, or take a boat tour on Great Slave Lake. Winter brings dog sledding, ice fishing and snowmobiling; summer brings hiking, camping and fishing under the midnight sun.
These eight hotels are all 3-star. Several carry city street addresses — 5303 52 St and 4571 48 Street — while Stanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife stands on Range Lake Rd in the residential and commercial area north of downtown. The other five sit further out, on Duncan and Graham Lakes, 3505 Mcdonald Drive, 154 Hall Crescent and 9 Mcmahon Court. Coast Fraser Tower holds the highest guest rating here, 4.4 out of 5 from 179 reviews, ahead of Chateau Nova Yellowknife at 4.0 from 1048 reviews and Stanton Suites at 3.8 from 178 reviews. Family rooms, a playground and a games room suit families; a business centre, meeting room and 24 hour front desk suit business travellers; kitchens and kitchenettes at Chateau Nova, Yellow Dog Lodge and Aurora Bayside Inn suit self-catering stays.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Coast Fraser Tower
5303 52 St Yellowknife Nt X1a 1V1 Canada, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereCoast Fraser Tower is a 3-star hotel at 5303 52 St with a restaurant on site and free car parking, so guests can eat in and keep their vehicle close. Credit cards and Diners Club are accepted. A guest rating of 4.4 from 179 reviews makes it a strong pick for travellers who want a reliable, well-reviewed base without hunting for meals elsewhere.
See Coast Fraser TowerChateau Nova Yellowknife
4571 48 Street, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereChateau Nova Yellowknife is a 3-star hotel on 4571 48 Street with a sauna, kitchen and kitchenette space, and pets are allowed. That mix suits guests staying several nights who want to cook for themselves, and those travelling with a dog. The guest rating is 4.0 from 1048 reviews, and a restaurant and 24 hour front desk are also part of the setup.
See Chateau Nova YellowknifeStanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife
476 Range Lake Rd, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereStanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife is a 3-star option on Range Lake Rd with free car parking, free wifi and a meeting room. That suits drivers who need to park on site and guests with work to do, and there is a picnic area for downtime. Wheelchair accessible, it holds a guest rating of 3.8 from 178 reviews. It is a straightforward base for a working trip or a short stay.
See Stanton Suites Hotel YellowknifeBlachford Lake Lodge
Yellowknife Nt X1a 2P2 Canada, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Bar/Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBlachford Lake Lodge is a 3-star property where fishing, water sports and a sauna shape the days, and family rooms with a babysitting service suit households. Evenings can go to the library or the jacuzzi, and a bar and lounge are on site. It is aimed at guests who want outdoor activity and shared indoor space rather than a conventional city hotel, and pets are welcome.
See Blachford Lake LodgeYellow Dog Lodge Inc.
Duncan And Graham Lakes Yellowknifenordwest Territories X1a 2N6, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Breakfast
Why stay hereYellow Dog Lodge Inc. sits on Duncan and Graham Lakes with a private beach and lake frontage, and canoe and fishing are available. A fireplace, jacuzzi and lounge cover the indoor hours, while family rooms and non smoking rooms are offered and pets are allowed. The 3-star lodge suits guests who want the water at the centre of their stay.
See Yellow Dog Lodge Inc.Aurora Bayside Inn
3505 Mcdonald Drive, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAurora Bayside Inn at 3505 Mcdonald Drive is a 3-star hotel with a lake, canoe and fishing, so outdoor time is easy to arrange. A fireplace and games room handle the indoor evenings, and family rooms with kitchenettes and sofa beds give families room to spread out. It suits guests who want lakefront activity and flexible self-catering space.
See Aurora Bayside InnLou and Francis Guesthouse
154 Hall Crescent X1a0c6 Yellowknife Canada, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereLou and Francis Guesthouse is a 3-star guesthouse at 154 Hall Crescent where breakfast, a shuttle service and free car parking are provided. Guests can get around without their own vehicle and start the day with food on site. Express check in and express check out are offered, concierge service is available, and the property is wheelchair accessible. It suits travellers who want a small property with transport and parking sorted.
See Lou and Francis GuesthouseAurora Deluxe Vacation Guest House
9 Mcmahon Court, Yellowknife, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAurora Deluxe Vacation Guest House is a 3-star guest house at 9 Mcmahon Court with bicycle hire, fishing and a picnic area, aimed at guests who spend their time outdoors. Free wifi and free car parking cover the practical side, and express check in and express check out shorten the formalities. Laundry service is available and the property is wheelchair accessible.
See Aurora Deluxe Vacation Guest House
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coast Fraser Tower | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Chateau Nova Yellowknife | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Blachford Lake Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. | ★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Aurora Bayside Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Lou and Francis Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Aurora Deluxe Vacation Guest House | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Blachford Lake Lodge lists family rooms, a playground and a babysitting service. Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. has family rooms, a canoe and its own private beach. Aurora Bayside Inn adds family rooms, a games room and a golf course. All three are 3-star properties.
Blachford Lake Lodge · Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. · Aurora Bayside Inn
For business trips
Chateau Nova Yellowknife has a business centre, banquet facilities, an ATM and a 24 hour front desk. Stanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife offers a meeting room, a 24 hour front desk and a free newspaper. Blachford Lake Lodge also lists a business centre and a meeting room.
Chateau Nova Yellowknife · Stanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife · Blachford Lake Lodge
With a kitchen
Chateau Nova Yellowknife provides a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, oven, microwave and refrigerator. Aurora Bayside Inn has a kitchen, kitchenette, microwave, refrigerator and toaster. Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. offers a kitchen, kitchenette, oven and microwave, which suits guests planning longer stays.
Chateau Nova Yellowknife · Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. · Aurora Bayside Inn
Travelling with pets
Chateau Nova Yellowknife, Blachford Lake Lodge and Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. all list pets allowed. Blachford adds a garden and a terrace, while Yellow Dog Lodge has a garden, a patio and a picnic area on its grounds.
Chateau Nova Yellowknife · Blachford Lake Lodge · Yellow Dog Lodge Inc.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Yellowknife Airport (YZF) is served by daily flights from Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver and other Canadian cities. The airport is about 5 km from downtown, and taxis and rental cars are available. Driving to Yellowknife is possible via the Mackenzie Highway and Highway 3, but it is a long journey from southern Canada. Within the city, public transit buses operate on several routes, and taxis are readily available. Many downtown attractions are within walking distance, but a car is useful for exploring areas like the Old Town and nearby lakes.
When to go
For the aurora borealis, the season runs from late August to mid-April, with clear, dark nights. Winter, from November to March, offers snow-based activities but can be extremely cold. Summer, from June to August, brings the midnight sun, with long daylight hours and warmer temperatures, ideal for hiking, fishing and boating. Spring and autumn are shorter and can be unpredictable.
Questions, answered
Which of these Yellowknife hotels have the best guest ratings?
Coast Fraser Tower scores 4.4 out of 5 from 179 reviews, Chateau Nova Yellowknife 4.0 from 1048 reviews, and Stanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife 3.8 from 178 reviews. The other five hotels on this shortlist are 3-star and carry no guest rating in the data.
When can I see the northern lights in Yellowknife?
The aurora borealis is visible from late August to mid-April, with the best viewing conditions on clear, dark nights. Many tour operators offer aurora-viewing excursions.
Which hotels have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Chateau Nova Yellowknife has a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, oven, microwave and refrigerator. Aurora Bayside Inn has a kitchen, kitchenette, microwave, refrigerator and toaster. Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. lists a kitchen, kitchenette, oven and microwave.
How do I get from Yellowknife Airport to the hotels?
Yellowknife Airport (YZF) is about 5 km from downtown, and taxis and rental cars are available there. Within the city, public transit buses operate on several routes, and taxis are readily available.
Are there family-friendly hotels in Yellowknife?
Blachford Lake Lodge lists family rooms, a playground and a babysitting service. Yellow Dog Lodge Inc. has family rooms, a canoe and a private beach. Aurora Bayside Inn adds family rooms, a games room and a golf course.
What is there to do in Yellowknife in winter?
Winter activities include dog sledding, ice fishing and snowmobiling. Temperatures from November to March can be extremely cold, well below freezing and often reaching -20°C or lower, so visitors should pack warm clothing.
Where can I stay near Range Lake in Yellowknife?
Stanton Suites Hotel Yellowknife, at 476 Range Lake Rd, is the shortlisted hotel with an address in this residential and commercial area north of downtown, which has easy access to the highway and the airport.