Fairmont Hotel Macdonald - Edmonton
53.540393, -113.489659Overview
4-diamond historic Chateau on the River in Edmonton
Amenities & Wellness
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offers a two-tier, state-of-the-art Health Club with a saline swimming pool and a squash court, plus two indoor pools and a hot tub. Guests have access to spa and wellness facilities including a steam room, sauna, and a full-time massage team offering back, foot, and head massage. The hotel also houses an accredited Species Survival Plan breeding center for various endangered species on site.
Dining & Lounges
The Harvest Room serves regional Canadian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a signature Sunday Brunch buffet with live action stations and decadent desserts. The Fairmont Gold lounge provides deluxe continental breakfast and evening canapés for guests on the gold floor, while Café 1915 offers specialty coffee and freshly-baked pastries on-the-go. The Confederation Lounge serves cocktails, and the spacious umbrella-covered patio offers river valley views overlooking the North Saskatchewan River.
Rooms & Suites
Air-conditioned rooms at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offer a seating area, desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom with hairdryer, with select rooms providing city or river valley views. Fairmont Gold rooms grant access to the dedicated lounge with personalized service from a dedicated team. The hotel is Edmonton's only four-diamond 'Chateau on the River' and received a 1 MICHELIN Key distinction in 2025, plus was named in the Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers' Choice Awards.
Location & Attractions
Fairmont Macdonald sits downtown overlooking the River Valley, 0.5 miles from Rogers Place ice hockey arena and within walking distance of Churchill Square for year-round festivals and events. The Art Gallery of Alberta, showcasing contemporary Canadian works, is nearby. West Edmonton Mall is 7 miles away, and Edmonton Valley Zoo is a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Business & Events
The hotel has outstanding event facilities supported by advanced technology and professional services, including a 24-hour business center and fax/photocopying and meeting/banquet facilities. Business travelers can use the fully equipped two-level fitness centre and the Fairmont Gold lounge with exclusive amenities. Valet parking, accessible parking, and an electric vehicle charging station are available, plus a parking garage.
- Star Rating & Distinction: 4-diamond, 1 MICHELIN Key, Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers' Choice Awards
- Amenities: Two-level Health Club, saline pool, squash court, full-time massage team, Species Survival Plan breeding center
- Dining: Harvest Room, Fairmont Gold lounge, Café 1915, Confederation Lounge, Sunday Brunch buffet
- Location: Downtown Edmonton, 0.5 miles from Rogers Place, near Churchill Square and Art Gallery of Alberta
- Wellness: Two indoor pools, hot tub, steam room, sauna, spa with massage services
- Pet Policy: Pet bowls, pet-friendly policies, dog bed and treats available
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Queen Size Beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
additional cost
On-site parking lot
Baggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Fitness center
Indoor swimming pool
Saltwater pool
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Squash
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Shallow end
Room view
- City view
- River view
- Landscape view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
| 💵 Lowest room price | 191 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 2.9 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edmonton Municipal, YXD |
Location
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