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Fairmont Hotel Macdonald suits downtown Edmonton visits when you want a central address with more historic character than a conventional business hotel.

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The chateau-style hotel dates to 1915, making it a rewarding choice if Edmonton's historic buildings are part of your reason to visit.

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For shared stays, compare bed arrangements and whether the sitting area is separate, so the layout supports your different routines.

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Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald looks over Edmonton's North Saskatchewan River Valley from a downtown address at 10065 100th Street. Opened in 1915, the Canadian railway hotel brings a different scale to the city skyline: limestone walls, copper roofs, and gardens above the river. Its 198 guest rooms range from city-facing Fairmont rooms to named suites, with a separate Fairmont Gold experience on the upper floors. Stay here for the combination of Edmonton history and a central base, especially if time beside the river matters as much as access to downtown.

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Rooms

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Hotel Style

  • Charming Charming

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa

Experiences

  • Culture Culture
  • City Vibe City Vibe

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton

Fairmont City View Room
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Fairmont City View Room

291–301 sqft
From 271 USD

A table with two chairs forms a small sitting area within the bedroom. Built-in outlets keep a laptop or other devices close to hand. Rich...

Deluxe City View Room
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Deluxe City View Room

377 sqft
From 350 USD

A sofa gives the open-plan room a comfortable place to settle away from the sleeping area. Rich drapery, crystal lighting and bespoke artwork add detail...

Fairmont River Valley View Room
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Fairmont River Valley View Room

291–301 sqft
From 379 USD

Rich drapery and crystal lighting give the interior a dressed, contemporary feel. A table with built-in outlets and two chairs sits beside the sleeping area....

Deluxe River Valley View Room
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Deluxe River Valley View Room

377 sqft
From 395 USD

Bespoke artwork and crystal lighting bring a polished finish to the open-plan room. The king-bedded version also has quartz countertops. A sofa gives the sitting...

Grand Deluxe River Valley View Room
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Grand Deluxe River Valley View Room

441 sqft
From 420 USD

This is the hotel’s largest guest-room layout. A sofa and a table for two sit within the open-plan interior, with built-in outlets at the table....

Fairmont Gold Room
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Fairmont Gold Room

291–301 sqft
From 635 USD

Rooms on the top two floors have a private setting and a carefully finished bathroom. A marble vanity and porcelain flooring frame the European-style spa...

Charles Melville Hays Room
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Charles Melville Hays Room

409 sqft
From 660 USD

Classic château ceilings distinguish this one-of-a-kind room on the hotel’s highest floor. Natural light fills the seating area, where a double sofa bed gives guests...

Fairmont Gold Executive Suite
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Fairmont Gold Executive Suite

560 sqft
From 697 USD

A separate living room gives this suite a comfortable place to spend time before turning in. It has a sofa bed and a multi-use table....

River Valley View Suite
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River Valley View Suite

495 sqft
From 775 USD

French doors close off the bedroom from a separate living room, allowing guests to keep different routines. The lounge has a sectional sofa with a...

King Edward VIII Suite
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King Edward VIII Suite

1,345 sqft
From 1’084 USD

The living area has a sofa bed and a dining table, giving meals and conversation their own setting. The décor honours the suite’s royal namesake....

Sir Winston Churchill Suite
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Sir Winston Churchill Suite

1,345 sqft
From 1’288 USD

A naturally lit seating area occupies the main level, with a sofa bed for extra sleeping space. Upstairs, a desk sits within the bedroom, giving...

King George VI Suite
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King George VI Suite

721 sqft
From 1’371 USD

A dining table for four makes meals part of the intimate living area. The bedroom looks over the river valley, while marble at the bathroom...

Lois Hole Suite
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Lois Hole Suite

592 sqft
From 1’371 USD

French doors divide the bedroom from the living area, giving this bright suite a choice of openness or privacy. A sofa bed adds a second...

Queen Elizabeth II Suite
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Queen Elizabeth II Suite

2,400 sqft
From 2’503 USD

Cathedral ceilings and a large foyer set a grand tone for this residence. Queen Elizabeth II selected it for her visits to Canada. Porcelain floors...

The Macdonald's position is unusually useful. Jasper Avenue puts the business district within reach, while the river valley gives the hotel a much greener outlook than its downtown location might suggest. The Edmonton Convention Centre and Rogers Place are nearby destinations for conference and concert stays. These are city outings, however, rather than facilities within the hotel grounds. A room overlooking the valley can make a substantial difference to a short visit, particularly when there is little time to explore between appointments.

Behind the building, private gardens have stone paths, a fountain, and Adirondack chairs. In the warmer seasons, they offer somewhere to sit outside without leaving the property for a park. The distinction between garden and city remains part of the hotel's appeal. You can return from a downtown meeting and spend the next hour looking toward the river, rather than retreating immediately to your room.

View and bed configuration deserve separate attention when choosing a room. Fairmont rooms include king, queen, and two-double options, while Deluxe categories include king and two-queen arrangements. The Fairmont View and Deluxe View categories specify the river outlook. A larger room does not automatically mean that view is included, so read the full category name rather than relying on Fairmont or Deluxe alone.

In the Fairmont King room, a table with built-in power and two chairs provides a useful spot for breakfast or laptop work. Drapery, crystal lighting, and an illuminated headboard give the furnishings a more traditional character than a pared-back business hotel. The bathroom has a walk-in rain shower and illuminated mirror, with Le Labo bath products. Blackout curtains, air conditioning, and coffee facilities cover the everyday details. Connecting rooms and equipment such as a crib or mini-fridge require advance requests; confirm availability before building a stay around them.

For families sharing one room, the two-queen Deluxe options are worth comparing with two-double categories. Guests who need separate sleeping and living areas should look beyond the standard rooms, even where a category offers additional floor space. The One Bedroom Suite View addresses that need more directly.

The One Bedroom Suite View has a king bedroom separated from its sitting room by French doors. A sectional sofa includes a pullout bed, and the windows look toward the river valley. It accommodates up to four, allowing parents to use the sitting room after a child has gone to bed. A couple staying several nights may also appreciate being able to close off the bedroom. Its bathroom includes a walk-in rain shower.

The Queen Elizabeth II Suite takes a different approach. This two-level, city-view suite has a large entrance foyer, service pantry, and dining and living areas downstairs. The king bedroom and main bathroom, including a soaking tub, are upstairs. Cathedral ceilings and porcelain floors give it a ceremonial character, but the layout is just as important as the name: internal stairs separate the bedroom from the main living spaces. It is not simply a larger version of a river-view suite.

Fairmont Gold adds a private reception on the seventh floor and access to a dedicated lounge. Continental breakfast, daytime coffee and tea, and evening canapés are part of that experience. This can be particularly useful for a stay built around appointments, with a place to pause outside the bedroom. Gold is a specific accommodation choice, not a service attached to every room in the hotel; check the category when reserving.

Confederation Lounge & Patio is the hotel's main social address for a meal or a drink. Its North American menu draws on local and seasonal ingredients, alongside international influences. The atmosphere is casual enough for a straightforward lunch, while the cocktail selection gives the room a separate reason to visit later. House-made bitters and honey from the hotel's backyard appear in the drinks program, details that connect the bar to the property without requiring a formal tasting experience.

The patio faces the river valley and comes into its own in warmer weather. Reserve a table if dining here is a priority, particularly when plans depend on a specific time. Afternoon tea brings loose-leaf blends, sandwiches, and pastries to the hotel's dining repertoire, while brunch uses the Empire Ballroom for chef-attended stations and a broader buffet. In-room dining is also available for evenings when a restaurant does not fit the day.

The two-story Health Club has more depth than a small hotel gym. Its indoor saltwater pool measures 40 feet, with a whirlpool, sauna, and steam room alongside it. A full squash court offers an alternative to the fitness machines, and a private sundeck adds an outdoor place to rest when conditions allow. The fitness equipment includes treadmills, elliptical trainers, Peloton bikes, and a separate strength area with free weights.

Massage appointments take place in three treatment rooms with registered massage therapists. The emphasis is on an individual treatment rather than a large destination-spa itinerary. Reserve ahead if an appointment needs to fit between meetings or travel arrangements. The combination of pool, heat facilities, and exercise space gives guests several ways to spend an hour indoors, without making the weather central to every plan.

Edmonton International Airport is typically a 35- to 45-minute drive away, depending on traffic and conditions. The hotel can help arrange transport, and both valet and self-parking are available. Central LRT station, at 101st Street and Jasper Avenue, is approximately five minutes away on foot, useful when you prefer not to make every downtown trip by car.

For an accessible stay, confirm the specific room layout directly. The hotel lists an accessible queen room that can connect to a Fairmont View King, an arrangement worth discussing when a companion needs a separate bedroom. Choose the accommodation around those practical needs first, then decide between the river outlook, a suite's separate sitting room, or the additional lounge access of Fairmont Gold.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

In warmer weather, Confederation Lounge's patio lets you linger over a drink with the North Saskatchewan River Valley spread out below.

Sunday brunch brings you into the Empire Ballroom for chef-attended stations, turning a hotel meal into time within one of its historic spaces.

An indoor saltwater pool and squash court keep swimming and exercise within reach when Edmonton's weather makes outdoor plans less appealing.

Location of Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

10065 100 St NW, Edmonton AB T5J 0N6, Canada

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What to Know About Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton

Is Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton worth it?

Yes. Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton is worth it for travelers who want a historic luxury hotel with 198 renovated rooms and suites, river valley views, Fairmont Gold, dining, and classic railway-hotel character. The hotel works well for couples, business travelers, event guests, and visitors who want Edmonton's most iconic heritage hotel instead of a standard downtown property.

Where is Fairmont Hotel Macdonald located?

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is located in downtown Edmonton, above the North Saskatchewan River Valley. Its address is close to Jasper Avenue, offices, restaurants, and the convention district. The setting is one of the hotel's biggest advantages. Guests get a central city location with river valley views and historic architecture.

How many rooms does Fairmont Hotel Macdonald have?

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has 198 guest rooms and suites. The rooms blend renovated comfort with the character of a 1915 Canadian grand railway hotel. Room categories include city-view, river-view, suites, and Fairmont Gold options. River-view rooms are often the most memorable choice.

Is Fairmont Hotel Macdonald a historic hotel?

Yes. Fairmont Hotel Macdonald opened in 1915 and is one of Canada's grand railway hotels. It is often called The Mac by locals. The hotel is known for its Chateauesque style, limestone facade, copper roof, and position above the river valley. It is a true Edmonton landmark.

Does Fairmont Hotel Macdonald have river valley views?

Yes. Many areas of Fairmont Hotel Macdonald overlook the North Saskatchewan River Valley, including selected rooms, suites, terraces, and dining spaces. Book a river-view room or suite if scenery matters. The view is one of the clearest reasons to choose this hotel over other downtown Edmonton hotels.

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