The 10 Best Hotels near University of Saskatchewan

In the city of Saskatoon, on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River, the University of Saskatchewan is the largest school in the province, offering courses in all fields of study.

There are seven visitor parking lots available throughout the campus, guests can expect to pay $1 per half hour, and $4 per day. Lot 5 has a daily maximum of $5. Lots R and G are for after hours and weekends only. 

Downtown Saskatoon is a 5-minute drive away, while the Yellowhead Highway 16 is a mere 6-minute drive from campus.

The campus is spread out across 2,425 acres plus access to agricultural teaching land. Navigating the multitude of buildings, halls and classrooms across the vast campus can be daunting, so an interactive map on the school's website allows newcomers to plan out their route in advance.

Single-ride adult fares are $3, and 10-ride passes can be purchased on the Go-Pass card for $23. Day passes can be purchased for $7.85 for 24 hours, and semester passes are available for U of S students for $253 per semester and can be purchased at the University of Saskatchewan Students' Union. 

There are always things going on at the campus, whether it's simply enjoying the view of the night sky from the observatory, watching a Huskies game at Griffiths Stadium, or visiting the Peter MacKinnon national heritage site to take in Elizabethan Collegiate Gothic-style architecture, the sprawling campus has plenty to see. 

A wide variety of options are available on campus, from a number of cafeterias to fast food options such as Subway, A&W, Harvey's and a plethora of coffee shops and cafes. Diners won't be starved for variety at U of S, as the options are ever-changing and menus feature a wide variety of ethnically diverse and sustainable options.