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Elkwater Lake Lodge

3.0 star property
Resort with free parking, near Elkwater Marina

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Beach nearby
Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Fireplace

Standard Room, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Jetted Tub

Suite, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Elkwater

At Elkwater Lake Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Elkwater Marina and Elkwater Visitors Centre. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Buglers Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy access to mini golf and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski passes. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Elkwater resort, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) 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 - 40 min drive - 74.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪12-34 Cafe & Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪12 34 Cafe & Pub and Elkwater Fuel Stop Ltd. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buglers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elkwater Landing Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Camp Cookhouse and General Store - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Elkwater Lake Lodge

Resort with free parking, near Elkwater Marina
Some rates at Elkwater Lake Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Elkwater Lake Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Elkwater resort.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Elkwater Lake Lodge offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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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

  • In-room 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
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: CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Yep, Elkwater Lake Lodge has a free self car park.

Is Elkwater Lake Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and on-site mini golf, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Elkwater Lake Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

No, Elkwater Lake Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Elkwater Lake Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Elkwater Lake Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Elkwater Lake Lodge.

Elkwater Lake Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 246 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thelma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bed was small and soft but overall not too bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
It is a beautiful area and the lodge is in a gorgeous setting. It is showing its age though and little things are not being attended to. The fellow at the front desk was not friendlty or welcomi g. The fan in our room didnt work - no AC - and we were hot and uncomfortable the whole night. A few repairs and some friendliness would go a long way here!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management went out of their way to make our stay very comfortable. They were friendly and accommodating. Clean facilities and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon R.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra, Calgary

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful but very dated lodge. Kind front desk staff, very accommodating and professional. We are a family with two young kids and hotel had a pack and play in room waiting for us. Indoor pool and hot tub were great for rainy days. Hot tub was too hot though and pool too cold. Temp didn’t work at all our entire stay but we made do. They also have board games to rent and bikes! Kitchenette in room was very lacking - no pots, bowls, mugs, cutting knives, or cups. Bring with you if you plan to cook\BBQ a ton. Overall a nice stay!
Pool
BBQ
Balcony from top floor
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So we had booked this place earlier in the year and at the time on Expedia we could only obtain one room for 2 nights and then would have to switch to another room for our final night. The price was reasonable and we were prepared to move. When we arrived at the property the front desk staff immediately made sure that we would not have to switch rooms. We didn't even have to ask. Then we got to our room and found it was a huge suite with a full kitchen, living room, two full bathrooms and a loft with a large king bed. Wow. Perfect location for our family reunion which was being held at a YMCA camp close by and easy to get to when we needed a bread from the reunion of 100+ people including many children. The staff were very accommodating and even though we didn't need the kitchen as the reunion had planned all the meals the huge room was very restful for a couple in their late 70's
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Could be better

Check in with the front staff person was more interested in getting back to his phone call, than answering any questions. We had supper at Buglers ordered Cheese Burger the burger tasted like it had been precooked earlier in the day and reheated. It was tough, dry and did not taste fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man at the front desk was so nice , he deserves a big raise , he treated me like a queen, I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail M, Saskatoon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thought the area would have more choices for places to eat .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon R.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Asma

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
I liked almost everything. The internet was very slow and the towels didn’t smell freshly washed. The rest area and cleanliness was amazing. This is the reason I gave 4 stars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice community. I get the sense this place is not being kept up. Service was minimal through our stay and the workers didn't seem to know what they were supposed to do. It was disappointing that the staff are not trained and the place is not being maintained as you can see it had been a nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil, Calgary

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Henry

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is great, poor ventilation keeps the hot air and chlorine smell in the hall ways.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was very well used and out dated for the price of the room there wasn’t even a facecloth to wash your face sorry always wanted to spend a weekend there but was very disappointed and other guests I was speaking with also felt the same.Dont know for certain but must be owned by a corporate operation and not really looking after it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Travelled with partner
Clean room but overpriced, kitchenette but no utensils, stairwell railings loose, no water view rooms. This hotel is not on the water
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROLINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful area. Toilet ran all night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay for our family!

We loved the loft room for our little family! Kids loved the outdoors and the indoor pool. Super friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025