OverviewThe nearest Highway 55 interchange is a 3-minute drive west of this hotel, making it suitable for travellers looking to make a road trip stopover or those who want easy access to the highway. Several restaurants are within a 7-minute drive of the hotel, which may attract those who want amenities relatively nearby.
Each room comes with cable TV, individual climate control, a clock radio, a desk and chair, an iron and ironing board and free Wi-Fi and wired internet. Suites may feature a jetted tub, sofabed and kitchenette.
Parking on-site is complimentary and free breakfast is available. Pets are permitted to stay at this hotel for $15 per night.
Amenities include a fitness centre, guest laundry, meeting space, fax and copy services, a guest computer and a private courtyard.
Athabasca Golf and Country Club is 7-minutes south by car, while Athabasca Riverfront is a 6-minute drive west from the hotel. Athabasca University is 11-minutes west by car. A&W, 49 Street Grill and Subway are 7-minutes away from the property. (All driving estimates: Google Maps)
Confirmed with a front desk agent February 22, 2013: pet policy, free breakfast, free parking and free Wi-Fi and wired internet.
The GoodThe majority of feedback consulted for this analysis was positive with guests praising the rooms, the staff, the breakfast and the beds.
The rooms seemed to be the biggest highlight for reviewers. Several guests described the rooms as clean, comfortable and quiet. Some guests thought the rooms smelled fresh while others said the rooms were nicely furnished.
According to several guests, the breakfast was enjoyable with a good selection.
Some reviewers praised the staff and described them as friendly and helpful.
The beds received good ratings from some reviewers and were described as comfortable.
The Bad
As mentioned above, the majority of feedback sourced for this analysis was positive. However, there were some complaints about pricing and Wi-Fi.
A couple guests thought the room rates were too high for the accommodation provided.
The Wi-Fi was not great, according to a couple business travellers. One reviewer described it as substandard.
TripAdvisor.com ranked this hotel #1 out of 1 B&B's in Athabasca based on 22 reviews.
Hotels.com rated this hotel 4.5 out of 5 based on 4 reviews.
The author called the hotel on February 22, 2013 to verify some information.
