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Oct 13, 2016
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Whitehorse Airport
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Whitehorse has some good amenities to offer in the way of hotels. The airport is only a 5- to 10-minute drive from downtown, plus most of the hotels offer a free shuttle service. In fact, the shuttle is likely to be waiting at the airport anticipating your arrival! There are no free breakfasts for travellers here, but most of the hotels have a restaurant on site, which adds to a traveller's overall convenience.The hotels seem to be competitively priced, with friendly staff, so we chose the hotels that had the highest customer approval rate, based upon online reviews.
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Book from ~C$99
Popular Whitehorse hotel with well-liked restaurant, jacuzzi suites & free airport shuttle
Skky came out the most expensive on the day we compared but it's not out of sight. It's ranked # 1 out of 8 hotel properties in Whitehorse and has very good ratings. It offers free Wi-Fi, airport shuttle, and parking. It's only a 7-minute drive to the airport and to downtown. There's a restaurant on site that serves breakfast and dinner and a martini bar as well.
Pros
- Free Wi-Fi, free parking, free airport shuttle
- Many guests enjoyed the hotel's modern decor and clean rooms
- Many guests liked this hotel's location, in a quiet area near to the airport
- Many guests complimented the staff for being pleasant and helpful
- Located 8 minutes to city centre and 3 minutes to airport
- Nearby dining option available, a 4-min walk, at Airport Chalet restaurant
Cons
- No elevator to the second floor
- Some guests complained about the prices of the on-site restaurant
- On-site restaurant is not open all day, every day
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Book from ~C$128
Central downtown location, on-site restaurant and spa, attentive service
Also located downtown, the Best Western is ranked # 3 out of 8 properties and has pretty good average scores. Its free shuttle will take you to the airport in 7 minutes, it offers free Wi-Fi and parking and has a spa and hair salon on site. Its Gold Pan Saloon (restaurant and lounge) serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Pros
- Free Wi-Fi, free parking and free airport shuttle service
- Many guests found the location ideal for exploring the downtown area on foot
- The staff were frequently complimented for their attentive and helpful service
- Several reviewers found their beds to be comfortable
- Several guests praised the food at the on-site restaurant
- Several reviewers appreciated the free shuttle service
Cons
- Some complained that the elevator was slow
- A couple of guests were disturbed by noise from neighbouring rooms
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Book from ~C$138
Pet-friendly Whitehorse hotel near city centre with free airport shuttle, restaurant & bar
High Country's ratings were good and it's ranked # 4 out of 8 properties. The least expensive of our picks on the day we checked, it also offers free Wi-Fi, parking and airport shuttle. It's located right downtown and only 5 minutes to the airport. It has a lounge and restaurant on site that supplies guests with breakfast, lunch and dinner. From here you can walk to the Yukon River trails in 4 minutes.
Pros
- Free amenities: Wi-Fi, parking, airport shuttle, local calls, newspapers
- Many found clean and spacious rooms with comfy beds
- Wi-Fi was rated as excellent by reviewers online
- Many guests thought the staff were great
- The restaurant received a lot of praise for good food at reasonable prices
- Guests liked the location, in walking distance of downtown restaurants and shops
Cons
- A few guests said the rooms were dated
- Some guests found their rooms poorly ventilated
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Book from ~C$101 
Basic and pet-friendly downtown Whitehorse hotel with restaurant and free airport shuttle
Location
This hotel is located in central Whitehorse and is about a 10-minute drive from the airport. Shops and restaurants on Main Street are about a 5-minute walk away from the hotel.
Public transit service between this hotel and the airport is available, and a one-way trip takes about 50 to 55 minutes. The hotel's complimentary airport shuttle service may be preferable for guests without a vehicle.
Parking
Parking is free at this hotel for the duration of your stay. There are no extended parking options.
Getting Around: Free Shuttle
A complimentary shuttle service is available to and from the airport. For airport arrivals, the shuttle is scheduled for pick-ups aligned with all commercial flights. The shuttle from the hotel to the airport needs to be booked in advance through the front desk.
Pros
- Free parking, free airport shuttle, pets stay free
- Guests said this hotel was conveniently close to downtown Whitehorse and to the airport
- Good customer service, according to guests
Cons
- Wi-Fi costs $6.25 for 24 hours
- Thin walls, according to guests
- Guests complained about aging decor
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Book from ~C$65 
Downtown Whitehorse budget hotel with free heated underground parking but mixed reviews
Location
This hotel is located in central Whitehorse and is an approximate 10-minute drive from the airport. There are several shops and restaurants within a 5-minute walk in any direction from the hotel, including those on Main Street.
Public transit service between this hotel and the airport is available, and the trip takes approximately 50 minutes to 1 hour.
Parking
Parking is free at the hotel for the duration of your stay. The hotel is open to offering extended parking of an additional day or two, as they have the space to accommodate it, however it is recommended to let the front desk know before leaving your vehicle for the extra days.
Other Tips
Unlike several hotels in the area, this hotel does not offer a shuttle service to the airport. For guests without access to a vehicle, public transportation would be the most economical option, while a taxi would be the fastest.
Pros
- Free Wi-Fi and free parking
- Many guests described their rooms as basic but clean
- Many reviewers found the central downtown location convenient for accessing attractions and the riverfront trail
- The staff were complimented by several guests for their friendly service
- A few guests thought that the room rates were reasonable
Cons
- No elevator
- A neighbouring "dive" bar prompted several guests to express safety concerns
- A few reviewers thought that the interiors were somewhat dated
- A couple of guests were disturbed by noise from within the hotel
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Book from ~C$145
Downtown location, on-site restaurants, guests found clean rooms & friendly staff
Pros
- Free Wi-Fi, free parking and free airport shuttle service
- Many guests described their rooms as clean
- The staff were frequently complimented for their friendly service
- Many reviewers found the location convenient for exploring the downtown area on foot
- Several guests found the beds comfortable
Cons
- No elevator
- Several guests found their rooms small
- A couple of reviewers were disturbed by noise from neighbouring rooms
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Book from ~C$115
Friendly Whitehorse hotel with nearby dining, free parking and free airport shuttle
Location
This hotel is an approximate 7-minute drive from the airport and is located in central Whitehorse. The area directly around the hotel is mainly big-box stores, like Walmart and Superstore, and there are several other shops within a 5-to 10-minute walk from the hotel.
A one-way trip between the hotel and the airport via public transit takes approximately 45 to 50 minutes. However, as this hotel offers a free airport shuttle service, guests without a vehicle may find this is the best option.
Parking
Parking at the hotel is free for the duration of your stay. The hotel is open to offering extended parking of an extra day or two based on availability and it is recommended to contact the front desk about this option.
Getting Around: Free Shuttle
This hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from the airport. The shuttle is scheduled to align with all commercial flights, so booking in advance with the hotel is not necessary.
Pros
- Free Wi-Fi, free parking and free airport shuttle
- Helpful, attentive staff, according to guests
- Guests liked the proximity to downtown Whitehorse and the airport
- Some guests enjoyed renovated rooms
Cons
- Guests complained about noise disturbance
- Some guests said their rooms were dated
Tips For Staying Near Whitehorse Airport
Location
Whitehorse airport, otherwise known as Erik Nielson Whitehorse International Airport (YXY), is located adjacent to the city of Whitehorse, which is an approximate 10-minute drive from the airport. The hotels closest to the airport are all located in Whitehorse.
Dining
There is one restaurant at the airport, Shanthi's Airport Restaurant, open daily from 5:30 am to 4:30 pm.
For those seeking more variety, but who also need to be close to the airport, there is a restaurant and lounge at the Airport Chalet, which is a 10-minute walk or under a 5-minute drive from the airport.
Getting Around: Driving
The airport offers three car rental service providers, which include Norcan, National and Budget. There are several local cab companies available.
Although there are other means of transportation to get to your hotel from the airport, access to a vehicle, or a cab fare budget, would be recommended if you plan on doing any sightseeing throughout Whitehorse and the surrounding towns in Yukon, as most attractions are quite spread out.
Travellers may also want to note that several of the hotels listed below do offer a complimentary airport shuttle service, some of which need to be pre-booked, and some of which do not.
Getting Around: Public Transit
The airport is serviced by bus on the route called Route 3 - McIntyre-Hillcrest.
Buses run Monday to Friday, every hour from 7:22 am to 7:22 pm. There are additional pick-ups on Friday night at 8:22 pm and 9:22 pm.
On Saturday, buses run every hour from 8:22 am to 7:22 pm. There is no service on Sunday.
The one-way cash fare for all ages is $2.50 for this route. Guests planning to make heavy use of the public transit system, or who are travelling in groups of two or more, may want to consider purchasing 10-ticket strips, which cost $23 (for a $2 overall savings). For youth 18 and under, 10-ticket strips are only $15 (for $10 in savings), and for seniors 60 and over, they are $10 (for $15 in savings).
Parking
There is a public parking lot, which includes accessible parking, at the airport. The first hour of parking is free and the rate is quite modest, at $1.50 per day after the first hour.
The airport does advise that the lot is not supervised and that passengers leave their vehicles at their own risk. They also note that vehicles parked illegally or in a "no parking" zone will be ticketed.
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