Old Strathcona

Edmonton

Whyte ave featuring outdoor eating
Whyte ave featuring markets, outdoor eating and night scenes
Whyte ave featuring heritage elements as well as an individual femail
Old Strathcona featuring night scenes and outdoor art
Old Strathcona which includes markets and food

This historic district of Edmonton is a great place for shopping and market browsing, followed by a theater or music show and a drink in a quirky café.

The streets of Old Strathcona in Edmonton represent more than 100 years of history. Nowadays, it’s a bustling historic district with more than 600 businesses, with products and services including fashion, music, accommodation, salons, gifts, books, décor, health, sports and food. Stroll down popular Whyte Avenue and see some of Canada’s most unique shops. Stop to see buskers perform or come here during one of the outdoor festivals to experience the district’s lively, bohemian atmosphere. Pick a local or international restaurant and stay after dinner to go dancing or see a show. Entertainment ranges from live theater and music to casual pubs and stylish clubs.There is no lack of fashion shops, with more than 50 clothing and accessory stores. If you are in Old Strathcona in March, you can enjoy the parades at the annual Western Canada Fashion Week.Listen to live music in pubs and venues across the district, with local and international artists. You can find everything from acoustic folk, blues, Celtic and classical to alternative, country, jazz, metal and rock. If music isn’t your passion, visit a stand-up comedy club or head to a local community theater. Old Strathcona is home to 10 theater groups, entertaining the crowds with improvised soap operas and sketch comedies.Every August, Old Strathcona hosts the 10-day Edmonton International Fringe Theater Festival, which attracts 500,000 visitors to more than 1,000 theatrical performances each year.In a 30-square block section of Old Strathcona, you will find more than 100 dining and drinking venues. More than 80 of those are independently owned and the produce is often grown locally or regionally. Every Saturday, more than 130 food producers, artisans and growers sell their produce at Edmonton’s only year-round indoor farmers’ market. Visitors will find seasonal, organic, chemical-free, home-grown and homemade products straight from the farm gate. Old Strathcona is a 10-minute drive, or 15-minute bus journey, from downtown Edmonton. You could spend all day and night here and some people keep coming back every day to soak up the lively atmosphere.


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Metterra Hotel on Whyte
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
4 out of 5
10454 82 Avenue, Edmonton, AB
$136 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$149 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,360 reviews)
"A spectacular welcome gift for my wife who was celebrating a milestone birthday. She appreciated this very much. The breakfast was nice and very well maintained. Although the parking seemingly felt that it may have caused an inconvenience, the valet service was great. Thank you for the stay. My only ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Metterra Hotel on Whyte
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
4 out of 5
8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Check in easy. Very friendly"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Chateau Lacombe Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10111 Bellamy Hill Nw, Edmonton, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$98 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
$107 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,066 reviews)
"The staff were most understanding when I decided to cut my trip short and return home. They were also most understanding and accomdating to my request of my room with the view of the River Valley. I enjoyed the revolving restaurant at the top where the scenery was amazing. As for the rooms as well ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10235 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB
$107 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$117 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,290 reviews)

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Hyatt Place Edmonton-West
Hyatt Place Edmonton-West
3 out of 5
18004 100 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB
$121 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$132 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,438 reviews)
Highly recommend!
"Jackie at the front desk was extremely friendly when we checked in. I ordered food from the restaurant/bar to bring back to our room. The menu had decent pricing and variety for a hotel. The drinks were excellent and the food was pretty good. The free breakfast was very nice, much better than a lot ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Hyatt Place Edmonton-West
Fantasyland Hotel
Fantasyland Hotel
3.5 out of 5
17700 87 Ave Nw, Edmonton, AB
$207 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$225 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and water park access (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,563 reviews)
"Great it is located inside the mall. Very convenient. Our hockey kids did get kicked out of hallway for playing knee hockey though."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Fantasyland Hotel
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