Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

Edmonton

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Stealing the best nook in town (as Fairmont always does), Edmonton's historic Fairmont Hotel exhibits the usual array of intricate stucco, Italian marble, ornate chandeliers and lush carpets. In the early 20th century it was one in a luxurious chain of railway hotels that dotted the cross-continental line from east to west. The top two floors were remodeled in 2019.

Preserved in all its regal glory, the lobby, lounge and view-filled patio still feel fit for monarchs, as does the impeccable service. The regularly renovated rooms with all the expected amenities are a little stuffy, but this place is almost worth the premium price.

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