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Elkwater Lake Lodge

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen
Lobby
Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Golf

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
401 4th Street, Elkwater, AB, T0J 1C0
  • Elkwater Marina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Cypress Hills

Room options

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 74 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Jetted Tub

Suite, Jetted Tub

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Fireplace

Standard Room, Fireplace

Standard Room, Fireplace

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Elkwater

Located in Elkwater, Elkwater Lake Lodge is in a provincial park, within a 15-minute walk of Elkwater Marina and Elkwater Visitors Centre. .This golf resort is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Hidden Valley Ski Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Elkwater Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Elkwater Visitors Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cypress Hills Provincial Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Medicine Hat Mall - 49 min drive - 74.6 km

Getting around

  • Medicine Hat, AB (YXH) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪12-34 Cafe and Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪12 34 Cafe & Pub and Elkwater Fuel Stop Ltd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Camp Cookhouse and General Store - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Elkwater Lake Lodge

Resort with free parking, near Elkwater Marina
Elkwater Lake Lodge offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 73 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Buglers Restaurant serving guests of Elkwater Lake Lodge.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, ATM/banking services, and an elevator. Event facilities at this resort consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buglers Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buglers Restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Mini golf
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 10 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per night
  • Firewood fee: CAD 10.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Elkwater Lake Lodge
Elkwater Lake Hotel Alberta
Elkwater Lake Lodge Resort
Elkwater Lake Lodge Elkwater
Elkwater Lake Lodge Resort Elkwater

Elkwater Lake Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 229 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dorell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet property. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
King studio was great. Bed was really comfortable too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Erika

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine D

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Marek

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Toilet doesnt flush
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always wanted to stay here, and I finally got to knock that item off my bucket list. It was everything I hoped. I'll share a story from my stay. I pulled up and was greeted by the sweetest golden retriever. I gave him some attention, and he lapped it up. He must have decided we were friends because he followed me into the lobby to check in. I just assumed he must belong to the family that runs the resort and thought nothing of it. Really one of the sweetest dogs. There was no one around, but my keys and everything were ready for me. (Late check-in. It was so nice just to be able to go straight to my room after driving in less-than-ideal weather all day.) I teased the dog that my room must have come with a friend. He seemed to agree. The dog followed me back out of the lobby to where a truck had pulled up. A guy & 2 boys got out. Turns out they live in town and the dog had gotten out of the yard. They were quite thankful and very relieved to find their furry loved one. Best part? The roads down from the highway were really yucky, so I asked the dog's owner if he knew about what time the snow plow goes through. "Did you know my dad works for Volker Stevin?" The boy asked. I had no idea. I was sort of shocked for a minute. So of course, he knew exactly when the plow would go through. That really made my night 😂😍 It's always beautiful here, but there's something special about this place in the winter. Everyone is so friendly and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Go somewhere else !!

This is a very sad, dated place, worn carpets and furnishings. No utensils provided apart from a couple of cups. They had a fridges and microwave but no knives forks or spoons. Check in was not very friendly, given the place was virtually empty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J.F.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Glen R

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The snow drifts were about 3 feet high blocking the access to our jacuzzi room that cost over $300. There were no wine glasses or a functioning corkscrew. The room had a kitchenette but most of the drawers and cupboards were empty, so bringing our own food was pointless. The attached restaurant had limited hours for a Saturday night so we felt rushed. The food tasted good, sadly some of it was served cold. The dining service was slow and very poor. The wine was stale, you could taste that the bottle had been open for quite some time. We did not even have our dirty plated removed even after putting them on another table. The restaurant was not busy, only 3 table occupied so that was not the reason for the poor service. The prices are high enough you would expect much more for such a beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Marshall

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and very nice other then the couch was very bad! had to move it back and slid the chairs over to sit want watch tv. Very nice place and would go back. But hope they undate the couch.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Michaela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is showing its age and could use some updates. The room I was in had a rancid smell that I couldn’t get out without leaving the window open (problematic in December).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Troy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hot tub and pool were down TV and Satellite weren’t even hooked up Poor options at the restaurant and had to wait longer than normal
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

VINU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

randal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and hotel facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The toilet upstairs didn’t flush well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice. Had den area, bedroom, two bathrooms. With kitchen. Was very nice. Also had balcony
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chavon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, the only problem is the prices at the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hot tub in bad shape, king bed very squeaky, fan in loft not working
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chavon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to get away for a bit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rhoda

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Lethbridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenton

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poorly managed

In the room we booked, the toilet stopped flushing. It was not clogged, and the staff suggested taking the toilet paper out. They then moved us to the room next to it, which was filthy, as if they were doing renovations and did not clean it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024