Edmonton has a lot of good and reasonably-priced hotels to overnight in that are an easy drive to the airport. Here are the best values we could find.

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Editor's Top 8 Picks

Editor's Picks
Book from ~C$80 
Highly praised Leduc airport hotel 7 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking & hot breakfast
This is our top pick based upon its popularity and overall value. It's only a 7-minute free shuttle ride to the airport, has a very well-liked free hot breakfast and restaurant on site, plus guests can chill out with a pay movie or relax in the hot tub before retiring for the night in a newly renovated room. Guests who want to walk around will find downtown Leduc shopping and dining in walking distance from this hotel.

Park and Fly extended parking is free for the first 2 nights (with a 1-night stay) and $5 per night thereafter for a total period of 2 weeks. It's best to call the hotel to reserve an extended parking spot once you have booked your stay.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, hot breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
  • Guests loved the renovated rooms and found them clean and well equipped with comfy beds
  • Location is central to Leduc, and close to shopping, restaurants, highway and the airport
  • Guests raved about the food at the free breakfast and the restaurant
  • Staff were well loved by the guests, personable and going the extra mile
  • Wi-Fi was rated as excellent by online reviewers
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Book from ~C$69 
Highly praised Leduc airport hotel 4 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking and breakfast
This well-liked hotel is a cozy place to stay that offers a well-liked restaurant with family-style meals (also enjoyed by locals), a free continental breakfast with hard-boiled eggs and waffles, free parking and very good free Wi-Fi.

Park and Fly extended parking is offered at $5 extra per day.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, continental breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
  • Rooms were very clean and comfortable said guests
  • Staff were warm and hospitable
  • Location offered easy access to the airport, highway, restaurants and shopping
  • Good value and affordable room prices said guests
  • Continental breakfast was well liked for quality and quantity
  • Wi-Fi is very good according to guest reviewers
  • Guests really liked the food at the hotel's restaurant
Cons
  • Some said the location was a little far to Edmonton
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Book from ~C$53 
Leduc airport hotel 6 min to YEG with free: shuttle and parking, indoor pool & restaurant
The Hilton offers a nice clean, well-equipped and quiet room away from the late night Nisku train horns. It's about a 6-minute drive to the airport with their prompt 24-hour free shuttle. There's no free breakfast here but the Garden Grille on site serves 3 meals per day and offers a licensed lounge. Extras like an indoor pool and hot tub may appeal to guests with children in tow.

Park and Fly packages are available only if booked directly with the hotel.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, parking, 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Rooms were very clean with comfortable beds
  • Wi-Fi was rated as very good by guests
  • Location was peaceful, quiet and good for accessing the airport
  • Staff were pleasant and accommodating said guests
  • Guests enjoyed meals on site
  • Guests found the shuttle to the airport prompt
Cons
  • Some found the location somewhat isolated
  • Occasionally guests complained of high prices and limited options at the restaurant
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Book from ~C$82 
Popular Leduc airport hotel 7 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking and hot breakfast
The newly renovated Days Inn is also well priced and only 7 minutes to YEG with free 24-hour shuttle. It offers a wonderful free hot and cold breakfast buffet for long hours 6 am to 10 am which guests have been raving about and a lounge with pool table (and VLTs) providing lunch and dinner. A steam room (but no pool) offers some down time. The shuttle service is well run.

Park and Fly extended parking is offered at $7 per day, $42 for 7 days or $84 for 14 days.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, hot breakfast, parking, 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Rooms were updated, very clean with comfortable beds
  • Breakfast was well liked for quality, selection and the service of the attentive host
  • Guests liked the good value of this hotel
  • Guests were pleased with the airport shuttle service
  • Location was handy to Leduc, restaurants, the airport and the southern area of Edmonton
  • Wi-Fi was rated as good overall
Cons
  • Occasionally guests were disenchanted with the lounge atmosphere
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Book from ~C$60 
Leduc airport hotel 4 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking, breakfast, indoor pool & slide
This hotel is nice and close to the airport, only a 4-minute free shuttle ride. It has been recently updating rooms that are also well equipped. There is no restaurant on site, but some a 2-minute walk away. Great for children, a nice indoor pool with waterslide awaits an evening of family fun. Free breakfast (with to-go bags for those on the run) adds value.

Park and Fly extended parking is available for $5 per day on a first-come basis in an outdoor lot near the hotel.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, hot breakfast, parking, 24-hour airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
  • Rooms were clean and updated with comfy beds
  • Location was handy to the airport, some restaurants on foot, and shopping by car
  • Wi-Fi was rated excellent by online guest surveys
  • Guests often liked the free breakfast for variety and quality
  • Staff were friendly and accommdating said guests
Cons
  • Some guests complained of noise from within and from outside the hotel
  • Breakfast ended too early at 9:30 am according to some
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Book from ~C$57 
Highly praised Leduc airport hotel 5 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking & hot breakfast 
This is another great value, only 5 minutes from the airport with free shuttle. Rooms are well liked for being spacious and very clean and quiet. No restaurant, but some within a 6-minute walk. A great indoor pool and hot tub is on site and free hot breakfast (with to-go bags).

Park and Fly packages are available if booked directly with the hotel.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, hot breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
  • Room were very clean and spacious with comfy beds
  • Wi-Fi was rated as excellent by guests
  • Staff were kind, caring, helpful and efficient
  • Location was handy to the airport and walking distance to restaurants
Cons
  • A few guests missed having a mini-fridge in their rooms
  • Carpets were in need of a refresh, according to some
  • Hot items at the breakfast needed to be kept hotter said some guests
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Book from ~C$67 
Leduc airport hotel 3 min to YEG with free: shuttle and parking, restaurant & lounge
Only 3 minutes to the airport, with free shuttle this is another well liked and very clean, udated hotel. There is no pool, but a convenient restaurant and lounge with sports bar providing good meals from early morning to late at night. Guests can also venture out to eat nearby with a couple of options a 4-minute walk away. There is no free breakfast here but the other freebies make up for it, especially for guests wanting to park their cars while away.

Park and Fly extended parking is available in an outdoor lot for 1 week at no charge.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, overnight parking, extended parking, airport shuttle, guest laundry, local calls, newspapers
  • Rooms were clean, up to date with comfy beds said guests
  • Location very close to the airport with good highway access and in walking distance to some restaurants and amenities
  • Some guests enjoyed meals at the restaurant on site
  • Wi-Fi was rated excellent by online reviewers
  • Staff were kind, courteous and professional said guests
  • Guests typically appreciated having a restaurant open late in the hotel
Cons
  • Occasionally guests found the prices high in the restaurant or lounge
  • A few guests complained of hearing the Nisku train horn
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Book from ~C$59 
Highly praised Leduc airport hotel 5 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking  and breakfast 
Offering a quiet room and good night's rest (away from the Nisku train horns), this friendly hotel is only a 5-minute free shuttle ride to the airport. There's a restaurant on site with a good menu and food, room service, plus indoor pool and hot tub. Timmies lovers will be happy to hear that there's a Tim Hortons a 2-minute walk away. A very early free breakie (with hard-boiled eggs) is available from 4 am to 9 am (11 am on weekends) and hot items are added to the selection starting at 6 am.

Park and Fly extended parking is $10 per week ($20 for 2 weeks) and some rates offered online include extended parking.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, continental/hot breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
  • Rooms were clean, quiet and comfortable, according to guests
  • Location was handy to the airport and Tim Hortons
  • Staff were hospitable, genuinely friendly and helpful said guests
  • Restaurant had good food and good menu said guests
  • Many guests appreciated the early-bird free breakfast, available at 4 am
  • Free shuttle was quick and efficient said guests
  • W-Fi was rated as very good by reviewers online
Cons
  • Occasionally a guest thought the furniture or room was a little dated

3 Other Hotels Close to Edmonton Airport

Editor's Picks
Book from ~C$69 
Well-liked Leduc airport hotel 5 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking, breakfast
Parking
Free parking is available on site. Park and Fly extended parking is available for $7 per day.
Getting Around: Free Shuttle
A free 24-hour airport shuttle is offered every half hour from the hotel and guests can request a pick-up by calling the hotel from the airport.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, continental breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, beverage bar in lobby, guest laundry, local calls
  • Many guests found clean rooms with comfy beds
  • Location handy to airport, highway, restaurants and a Tim Hortons
  • Staff were wonderful people and efficient said guests
  • Guests typically appreciated the free breakfast with its early start and good selection
  • Good value at this hotel said guests
  • Wi-Fi was rated excellent by online guest surveys
Cons
  • A few said the elevator was old and made noise
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Book from ~C$55 
Leduc airport hotel 4 min to YEG with popular restaurant, free: shuttle, parking & breakfast 
Parking
Nisku Inn offers free parking for the duration of your stay. The hotel provides extended parking for a fee of $35 per week and also provides packages when booked with the hotel directly.
Getting Around: Free Shuttle
A free 24-hour airport shuttle is provided to guests.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, hot breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, local calls
  • Location was well liked for accessing the airport
  • Guests liked the renovated rooms and found them clean and comfortable
  • Dining was well priced and enjoyed by many guests
  • Guests appreciated the free hot breakfast
  • Wi-Fi was rated as very good overall by guests
Cons
  • Many said the hotel needed updating, especially the bathrooms
  • Some felt the pool and hot tub needed better maintenance
  • A few guests were disturbed by noise transfer from within the hotel
  • Some could smell smoke in non-smoking rooms and hallways
Editor's Picks
Book from ~C$117 
Cheap and cheerful Leduc airport hotel 4 min to YEG with free: shuttle, parking & breakfast
Parking
 Free parking is available on site. Extended parking is $19.95 for the first week and $4.95 per day thereafter. Park and fly package rates are available if booked directly with the hotel as well.
Getting Around: Free Shuttle
A free airport shuttle leaves every 20 minutes from the hotel. For pick up go to Door 9 on the arrivals level and look for Quality Inn & Suites button on phone board to call hotel.
Pros
  • Free amenities: Wi-Fi, wired Internet, breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
  • Many guests enjoyed clean rooms with comfy beds
  • Guests typically enjoyed the restaurant on site
  • Free continental breakfast had good selection and coffee
  • Staff were attentive and helpful said guests
  • Location handy to the airport and restaurants in walking distance
  • Many guests thought the hotel provided good value
  • Wi-Fi very good according to reviewers
Cons
  • No elevator in the older section (but one in the newer section)
  • Occasionally guests complained of noise transfer from neighbouring rooms
  • Elevator smelled like cigarette smoke, according to some
  • Extended parking is limited according to some guests
  • Some guests said hotel was dated
  • Some guests wished for hot items at breakfast

Tips For Staying Near Edmonton Airport

Location
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is 30.2 km southwest of downtown Edmonton, near the city of Leduc and about a 33-minute drive from downtown, depending on traffic.
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Getting Around: Public Transit
Guests staying in downtown hotels can take the 747 bus from downtown to the airport. It's $5 (cash only and exact change required), each way and it's direct. It can be caught at Century Park Transit Centre. Buses run each day from 4:10 am to just past midnight, and offer free Wi-Fi. More information is available from Edmonton Transit on their website.
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Getting Around
Another option is available for guests needing transportation to or from the airport. Skyshuttle Airport Service offers van service from various hotels in the city and other pick-up points as well as from the airport.

From the airport the skyshuttle departs every 60 minutes up until 6:30 pm or 1:30 am depending on the area of the city.

Adult single fares are $18 ($30 for round trip), children 4-12 are $10 ($17 for round trip) and children under 4 ride free. (This is a good option for guests travelling with bikes as bikes are not allowed on the 747 bus.)
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Parking
Guests who need to park their vehicles, for less than 30 days, while they fly out of YEG have several options on site at the airport.

Daily airport rates range from $15 for the Value Park lot to $40 for the Priority Valet service where your car is parked for you. Discounts are available for booking 7 days or more in advance online.  Transfer times from the lots to the airport vary from a 3-minute walk to a 7-minute shuttle ride.

The airport will assist with boosting your engine and pumping your tires if you need help.

Cheaper options are also available at jetsetparking.com with rates currently at $11 per day. Discounts are available for booking in advance and you will be shuttled to the airport terminal (a 7- to 12-minute shuttle ride) which runs continually to and from the airport.

Corporate rates are offered at [email protected].
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Shopping
Before security guests will find a Hudson's News which offers books, gifts and convenience items, an International Currency Exchange and a Travel & Leisure convenience and gift store.

After security guests will find a wine and spirits store, an electronics store, a clothing and accessories store, a duty-free store and stores selling gifts, books and convenience items.
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Dining
There's a variety of coffee shops, take-out eateries and dining options available on site both before security and after, with more options available after security including licensed restaurants. Some 'after security' restaurants include Gretzky's Wine & Whisky, Heineken Lounge, Edmonton Eskimos Sports Bar, Caffè Sorrentino, Brioche Dorée, Belgian Beer Cafe and Boston Pizza.
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Entertainment
The airport offers play areas for children by Gate 66 (after security in Domestic-International Departures) and by Gate 80 (after security in US Departures).

Pet Therapy Society is on site offering guests the ability to de-stress by meeting and petting some furry friends including dogs, cats and pet bunnies!

Edmonton International Airport has beautiful art installations including a "Living Wall", the Kopperscape and panoramic photography which are permanently on display, as well as rotating art exhibits which highlight the work of local artists, professional photographers and even Lucy the elephant's "kisses".
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