The Best Hotels and Aparthotels to Book in Fort McMurray, Canada

Designed with longer-term travelers in mind, East Village Suites has all the comforts of home in a primarily residential area just off the main highway. Staying here, you’re a five-minute walk from a luxury multiplex theater and good places to eat, including Dedicate Healthy Kitchen, which dishes up healthy options among a selection of pub favorites and fast food. This place is some way beyond the busy downtown hub, but then again you’re less than 10 minutes from malls and the recreational hub of Fort Mac, MacDonald Island Park.

This Pomeroy is part of a luxury hotel chain growing in western Canada. And with 10 room sizes and styles, there’s a best-for-you choice for every traveler. The pet-friendly rooms are between 356sqft and 650sqft (33sqm and 60sqm), and some have the advantage of terraces with sweeping views. Don’t forget your complimentary Starbucks coffee. The location has a good life balance too, with one of the hottest brew pubs in the North a two-block stroll away. Two blocks in the other direction you’ll find the much-loved Borealis Park and the Snye River.

Sawridge Suites is just on the outskirts of town, conveniently close to roadways. Contemporary rooms are quiet, spacious and comfortable, with industry-leading hygiene practices. The accommodation choice is between studios and one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes that spell savings, as you can cook your own meals. Make the most of the early-riser breakfast and the round-the-clock 800sqft (75sqm) fitness facility, complete with steam room. It couldn’t be easier to stick to your healthy routines while in town.

Wyndham has created the perfect modern corporate hotel, which is a dream ticket for leisure travelers. Your every convenience is the priority here, right down to walk-in showers and more-than-usual storage for your personal effects – even in the bathroom. Colorful communal spaces are generous throughout the hotel, a great backdrop for sparking conversations with new friends. They even have pinball machines. Speaking of recreation, Microtel is just a 10-minute drive from the waterslides and activities of MacDonald Island Park.

With eight suite designs, ranging from 335sqft to 681sqft (31sqm to 62sqm), there’s a room for every need and budget. Sometimes, when you’re far from home, little things make the difference – like using your in-suite toaster oven-grill to get the perfect ooey-gooey melt on reheated pizza after a long day. That’s just a small example of the attention to detail here, which you’ll find throughout the property. Try also the indoor pool, which has a wild waterslide, and make the most of the free parking.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott is part owned by the Mikisew Cree First Nation. The interiors are decorated with warm jewel tones and contemporary touches, with three studio layouts or a one-bedroom from which to choose. On those late summer nights waiting for the Aurora Borealis, settle into the outdoor lounge which has a barbecue grill, dining area and fire pits. And if you’ve got leftovers, reheat them in the fully equipped kitchen in your suite – sort the dishes in your dishwasher afterwards.

If you’re looking to host an event that’s as affordable as it is comfortable, get the Quality Hotel to sort it for you. With 12,000sqft (1,115sqm) of event space across seven function rooms, including a 7,000sqft (650sqm) facility, it’s perfect for everything from business conferences to weddings. The executive suites have a throwback-retro hot tub in the corner – great for soaking after busy days. This is a pet-friendly hotel, too, with complimentary parking, great service and glitch-free special-occasion-sorting.

Among the hotels in Fort McMurray, the Vantage Inn & Suites is billed as the best value without compromise. It’s just down the road from the Oil Sands Discovery Centre and under 15 minutes from the airport – a modest, clean and quiet hotel that delivers good service. Even Barksley and Purrito will sleep well in these pet-friendly rooms. There are some great places to eat an easy walk away, but a best-kept local secret is within a few minutes’ drive – Cedars Lebanese Bakery & Restaurant. You can get it to go.

Stay here and you’re super close to Confederation Heights in the Timberlea area of town. This is also the closest hotel to the oil sands region, not far by car from downtown Fort McMurray. Other reasons to choose this base? The accommodation is modern and comfortable – two bedrooms, two bathrooms, therefore perfect for extended stays. You also have a kitchen, plus a complimentary breakfast each morning. Make the most of the free wifi and no-cost local phone calls.