The Explorer Hotel

The Explorer Hotel The Explorer Hotel is the leading full-service hotel in Canada’s North with 259 guest rooms, varie
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Spectacular panoramic views await you in your spacious room at The Explorer Hotel, the best hotel in Yellowknife. Overlooking Niven Lake and Back Bay to the north and Frame Lake and the Legislative Assembly to the south, our hotel accommodations are unique in Yellowknife. We now offer 259 rooms and every one features complimentary coffee, three-fixture bathrooms, hair dryers, clock radios, telephones and remote control color televisions. Room service, laundry service and a complimentary airport shuttle bus service are available to make your stay as convenient as possible. Choose a room with king or queen beds and you will sleep soundly with secure electronic door locks and 24-hour front-desk staff. The Explorer Hotel is the best business hotel in Yellowknife and corporate travelers can maximize their 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 and free Internet work stations are located in the lobby. Finally, after your busy day, relieve your stress in our fitness room, relax in the Trapline Lounge or have a meal in Yellowknife’s finest steak house restaurant, Trader's Grill.

The Explorer Hotel operates on Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional land of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation, and...
09/28/2026

The Explorer Hotel operates on Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional land of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation, and the traditional homeland of the North Slave Métis. We are deeply honoured to welcome travelers to this extraordinary land, with great respect for its rich Indigenous history. 🧡

Visit explorehotel.ca to learn more about the heritage and traditions of our region.

Rising above the natural beauty of Yellowknife, The Explorer Hotel is an iconic fixture of the northern skyline. We’re p...
09/25/2026

Rising above the natural beauty of Yellowknife, The Explorer Hotel is an iconic fixture of the northern skyline. We’re proud to be your warm, welcoming home for every adventure in the North. 🏨

Ready to experience Yellowknife with us? Book your stay at explorerhotel.ca

Nothing says summer in Yellowknife quite like the iconic, colourful houseboats floating in Great Slave Lake. Here the gl...
09/23/2026

Nothing says summer in Yellowknife quite like the iconic, colourful houseboats floating in Great Slave Lake. Here the glowing late-night sunsets illuminate picturesque waterfront views. This is the North at its absolute finest. 🙌

Ready to experience the ultimate fall getaway? Visit explorerhotel.ca and book your stay with us today!

Got an event coming up that needs top-tier catering? We’ve got you covered. Our culinary team delivers an exceptional di...
09/20/2026

Got an event coming up that needs top-tier catering? We’ve got you covered. Our culinary team delivers an exceptional dining experience tailored to your occasion. 👨‍🍳

Let's make your event unforgettable! Shoot us an email to connect with our catering team today: [email protected]

Did you know ⁉️Yellowknife sits right on the shores of North America’s deepest lake? Reaching depths of 614 meters (over...
09/18/2026

Did you know ⁉️

Yellowknife sits right on the shores of North America’s deepest lake? Reaching depths of 614 meters (over 2,000 feet), Great Slave Lake is a massive, natural wonder. Whether you’re fishing for trophy trout, paddling past islands, or watching the sun set over the horizon, nothing beats its vast beauty. 🎣

Choose the Explorer as your basecamp and come experience all that Great Slave Lake has to offer!

Sweeping horizons, vibrant skies, and unforgettable landscapes. At the Explorer Hotel every window offers a front-row se...
09/16/2026

Sweeping horizons, vibrant skies, and unforgettable landscapes. At the Explorer Hotel every window offers a front-row seat to Yellowknife’s raw beauty. ⛅️

Ready to take it all in? Book your reservation at explorerhotel.ca

After a full day of adventure, retreat to pure comfort in our Deluxe King Room. Featuring a plush king-size bed, generou...
09/14/2026

After a full day of adventure, retreat to pure comfort in our Deluxe King Room. Featuring a plush king-size bed, generous space, and modern touches, it’s your private sanctuary in the heart of Yellowknife. 🛏️

Ready to upgrade your stay? Visit explorerhotel.ca to reserve your Deluxe King Room today!

As the midnight sun takes its final bow, dusk slowly returns to Yellowknife. 🌅 We’re waving goodbye to endless golden ho...
09/12/2026

As the midnight sun takes its final bow, dusk slowly returns to Yellowknife. 🌅 We’re waving goodbye to endless golden hours and welcoming the long-awaited return of the Northern Lights! It's the ultimate time of year for a cozy northern getaway.

Now is the perfect time to plan your trip as we transition into our spectacular Fall season. Choose the Explorer Hotel as your home away from home.

Step out of your room and straight into nature. 🌲 Yellowknife is one of the few places on Earth where rugged northern ad...
09/09/2026

Step out of your room and straight into nature. 🌲 Yellowknife is one of the few places on Earth where rugged northern adventure isn't hours away, it's right outside your window.

Make the Explorer Hotel your place of stay and come experience the magic of the North.

☀️ Warm weather, cold drinks, and zero rush, our patio is still open! You’ve worked hard, and you deserve to treat yours...
09/04/2026

☀️ Warm weather, cold drinks, and zero rush, our patio is still open! You’ve worked hard, and you deserve to treat yourself while the weather is still this nice. Join us outdoors for delicious bites, refreshing cocktails, and fresh summer air.

Ready for a patio break? Give us a call and reserve your table today: 📞(867) 873-3531

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4825-49 Avenue
Yellowknife, NT
X1A2R3

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