Fairmont Hotel Macdonald – A Favorite for Families in Edmonton
About the Hotel
Rooms with river views
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald offers rooms with views of the North Saskatchewan River Valley. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, a desk, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms feature a seating area, minibar, and air conditioning. Family rooms provide extra space, with options for two beds and a private bathroom with free toiletries and bathrobes.
Dining at Fairmont Macdonald
The Harvest Room serves regional Canadian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Café 1915 offers specialty coffee, loose-leaf tea, and freshly baked pastries. The Sunday Brunch buffet includes premium breakfast entrées, fresh seafood, and a custom crepe station. The Confederation Lounge features locally sourced, seasonal dishes. Fairmont Gold guests have access to an exclusive lounge with continental breakfast and evening canapés.
Health Club & Recreation
The two-tier Health Club includes a 40-foot saline swimming pool, a squash court, sauna, and steam room. Cardio and free weight equipment are available. Three treatment rooms offer massages with full-time therapists. The hotel overlooks North America's largest urban parkland, providing direct access to walking trails and outdoor activities.
Downtown Edmonton location
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is in downtown Edmonton, a 5-minute walk from Churchill Square and the Art Gallery of Alberta. Nearby landmarks include Shaw Conference Centre (0.5 km), Royal Alberta Museum (1 km), and Rogers Place arena. The North Saskatchewan River Valley is steps away, offering hiking and scenic views.
Services & Events
Fairmont Gold provides personalized service, including private lounge access. The hotel offers meeting spaces with event technology support. Guests can book guided yoga classes or use the business center. The hotel hosts seasonal events, such as Easter Sunday Brunch in the Empire Ballroom. Valet parking and concierge services are available.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Squash
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Shallow end
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
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor