With so many hotels in Winnipeg to choose from, booking the best one for your upcoming trip can feel overwhelming.
There are just so many great Winnipeg neighborhoods and so many levels of comfort and amenities to consider. So, to help you out, I’ve listed below the best Winnipeg hotels and what makes each of them tick.
I am a local who grew up just a few hours from Winnipeg. I spent many weekends in the city as a kid and teenager, staying in many hotels in the process. Even now, as an adult who’s local to Winnipeg, I love having a staycation and booking myself into one of Winnipeg’s finest.
I’ve got you covered for where to stay in Winnipeg and the best hotels in each neighborhood while enjoying some of the top things to see in Winnipeg.
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10 Best Hotels in Winnipeg
👉 If you’re in a rush, you can’t go wrong quickly locking in one of our top hotels now:
- ✨ Best Boutique Winnipeg Hotel – Mere Hotel
- 💼 Best Business Winnipeg Hotel – Alt Hotel
- 💸 Best Budget Hotel – Queen Bee Hotel
- 🍾 Best Luxury Hotel – Fort Garry Hotel
- ✈️ Best Winnipeg Hotel Near the Airport – The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview
Alt Hotel Winnipeg
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 431-800-4279 | 👉 Check Prices for Alt Hotel on Booking
Alt Hotel may be a chain, but given its location and amenities, there’s no denying that it’s one of the top business hotels Winnipeg offers.
Located downtown in the Sports, Hospitality, and Entertainment District, the Alt Hotel provides modern and classy accommodation that prepares the business traveler with meeting rooms, special event rooms, and even creative lounges.
They also have a gym, a restaurant, and seasonal activities to enjoy on your trip. Plus, they have fair and seasonal price points.
👉 Pro Tip: Looking to get out of the city for a daybreak? Check out my guide to the best day trips from Winnipeg.
Mere Boutique Hotel
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-594-0333 | 👉 Check Prices for Mere Boutique Hotel on Booking
The Mere Hotel, with its exterior covered in vertical multi-colored piping, is an installation in the Exchange District that you just can’t miss.
A boutique Winnipeg property located on Waterfront Drive, the Mere stands out among the quaint cobblestones and historic brick buildings of the area. The property is stylish, yet clean and contemporary.
It also has a very artsy vibe and some of the best amenities in town – each room has a walk-in rain shower, Nespresso coffee maker, and upscale toiletries. Not to mention, they provide complimentary bicycles to help you explore.
Norwood Boutique Hotel
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 (204) 233-4475 | 👉 Check Prices for Norwood Boutique Hotel on Booking
If you want a great place to stay close to the action without being right downtown, then check out the Norwood Hotel.
Located in St. Boniface, right across the pedestrian bridge from downtown, the Norwood occupies a 130-year-old building and as such, has the feel of a boutique property but with a larger occupancy.
One of the best features of the Norwood is that they have a beautiful food and beverage area. The Wood Tavern is the property’s latest reveal, which includes 10 000 square feet of space and contemporary, but intriguing, new menu choices.
The other onsite restaurant is Pauline, a stylish spot that makes you feel like you’re in a 1920’s French bistro. The food is French-inspired and even has home-made pastries and jams on offer.
Fort Garry Hotel
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 888-855-4599 | 👉 Check Prices for Fort Garry Hotel on Booking
Located in the Fort Garry district of Winnipeg, the Fort Garry Hotelis an accommodation, spa, and conference center all in one. It’s also one of Winnipeg’s architectural landmarks, and its 240 rooms are outfitted with the most luxurious amenities.
Quite honestly, this is the best destination for your trip to Winnipeg if you’re looking to have the most relaxing, wellness-focused night’s stay possible.
With body-focused self-care top of mind, the Fort Garry can arrange yoga excursions for you, and book you into their very own co-ed Turkish Bath – The Hammam at Ten (the only such Hammam in Canada).
Not to mention, the property boasts three dining options — the Palm Lounge is known for its day-long dining menu and nightly entertainment, The Broadway Breakfast offers breakfast fare made of local ingredients, and the Gift Shop is where you can enjoy sandwiches, breakfast, and other lite eats.
Oh, and this place loves to tout its resident ghosts if you’re interested in such things.
Inn at the Forks
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-942-6555 | 👉 Check Prices for Inn at the Forks on Booking
As its name suggests, the Inn at the Forks is literally steps from Winnipeg’s top tourist site, The Forks – the historic shopping center/foodie mecca/activity and community hub where the Assiniboine and Red Rivers meet.
The Inn at the Forks prides itself on providing a luxury experience that also has a boutique vibe. The style of the property is upscale, yet artistic, and they even have an onsite spa, The Riverstone.
Oh, and if you’re looking for some grub but don’t want to trek to The Forks itself, then you must try the onsite eatery called SMITH, which serves “rustic Canadiana”.
The Fairmont Winnipeg
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-957-1350 | 👉 Check Prices for The Fairmont on Booking
The Fairmont Brand is known as a top-of-the-line luxury hotel chain, and the Fairmont Winnipeg is no different. This hotel traditionally goes the extra step in making sure you have an exceptional night’s stay, and they have all the luxury amenities to prove it.
Unique to Winnipeg, the Fairmont Winnipeg has two great restaurants on-site; the Lounge at Fairmont for casual dining, breakfast, and lite fare, and the Velvet Glove Restaurant for gourmet local-inspired cuisine.
They also feature a Health Club that includes a saltwater pool, gym, and hot tub –the view from the health club is one of the best in the city.
Queen Bee Hotel
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-269-4666 | 👉 Check Prices for Queen Bee Hotel on Booking
Located right beside the University of Manitoba in the Fairfield Park district, the Queen Bee Hotel is perfect for the budget-conscious traveler who still wants to be close to downtown.
The Queen Bee Hotel may be basic, but it prides itself on providing safe, comfortable, and affordable accommodation with onsite parking. Plus, it’s not that far from any of the city’s main attractions and is within walking distance to plenty of restaurants.
Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-888-4806 | 👉 Check Prices for Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park on Booking
Another highly-rated budget hotel, the Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park provides guestrooms that, while a little dated, are spacious, clean, comfortable, and great for the price.
They even have an on-site bar and restaurant – The Big “A” that often hosts live bands and other entertainment — and free parking.
However, The Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park is a little out of the way, so this is a good option if you’re not set on being right downtown. That said, it’s very close to Assiniboine Park if you’re up for a nature fix.
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The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-505-0145 | 👉 Check Prices for The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel on Booking
If you’re looking for a boutique hotel in Winnipeg that’s just steps away from the airport, then The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel is the way to go.
Not only is the Grand Winnipeg extremely convenient if you’re catching a flight, but it also has great onsite food (Blue Marble Restaurant and Lounge), parking, a gym, and 101 guest rooms with contemporary and stylish décor.
Oh, and they also provide in-room iPads if you need to get your Netflix on or, you know, do some work.
This is also a great option for business travel, as it has an executive lounge and business center.
Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Center Winnipeg
📍 Hotel Website | Hotel Phone: +1 204-786-4801 | 👉 Check Prices for Victoria Inn Winnipeg on Booking
Located right beside the international airport, the Victoria Inn Winnipeg is popular for business travel given the meeting rooms and convention center but is equally as convenient for leisure travelers and families.
Featuring a sleek design, this hotel is known for its onsite casual-fare restaurant, Chicago Joes’s Restaurant and Sports Bar, and its fab weekday lunch buffet.
Plus, the hotel is located near the Polo Park shopping center and offers a shuttle to the Winnipeg airport.
4 Best Neighborhoodsto Stay in Winnipeg
Though there are many neighborhoods in Winnipeg to choose from, in my opinion, these are the four best Winnipeg neighborhoods for travelers:
Winnipeg Neighborhood #1 – The Exchange District
Consisting of 30 blocks of locally-owned restaurants, boutiques, museums, theaters, and galleries, the Exchange District is the perfect place to stay in Winnipeg if you’re keen on some quirky culture and want to be in the thick of it.
Located just north of Downtown, the Exchange is a National Historic Site and consists of beautifully-preserved heritage buildings that are splashed with murals and advertisements from days gone by.
Especially for foodies – there are so many top-notch culinary experiences to have in this area of the city. I recommend doing some research on the best restaurants in this area and making a bit of a food tour out of it.
You won’t be disappointed.
The Exchange is also home to Winnipeg’s Fringe Theatre Festival and the International Jazz Festival. So, if you plan on attending either of these, stay close and don’t hesitate to spend a night here!
Best Exchange District Hotel – The Mere Hotel
Best Exchange District Airbnb – Stunning 2 BDR Conversion Loft
Neighborhood #2 – Downtown
Whether you’re visiting Winnipeg for business or pleasure, if you want to be close to all the action and check out some major hot spots in the process, then I recommend staying right downtown.
You’ll find tons of great restaurants, cocktail bars, and museums downtown, as well as the Bell MTS Arena, the Burton Cummings Theatre, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the Children’s Museum, the Forks, and the Manitoba Museum.
There’s also some pretty prime shopping downtown, and it’s a great launching pad from which to check out the other neighborhoods.
Best Downtown Hotel – Inn at the Forks
Best Downtown Airbnb – Spacious Condo Near The Forks
Neighborhood #3 – Fort Garry
If you’re looking for a laid-back trip to Winnipeg and you want your stay to feel more like a retreat than just basic lodging, then Fort Garry is the neighborhood for you.
Located in the south end of the city near the University, Fort Garry is home to the renowned Thermea Spa, a few golf courses, the Black Hole Theatre Company, and lush St. Vital Park.
It’s also where you’ll find Investors Group Field – the premier sports stadium in the city. So if you’re in town for a major league football game or a bigtime concert, then Fort Garry is the place.
Best Fort Garry Hotel – Fort Garry Hotel
Best Fort Garry Airbnb – River Bungalow (3 BDR)
Neighborhood #4 – Central St. Boniface
Founded in 1818, St. Boniface is one of Winnipeg’s oldest neighborhoods and is known for being home to one of the largest French communities in the Canadian Prairies.
Located right across the pedestrian bridge from the Forks, St. Boniface is chock-full of francophone culture, and as such you’ll find a lot of French-themed shops, cafes, and boutiques along its main street, Le Boulevard Provencher.
St. Boniface is also home to The Cathedrale de Saint Boniface – one of Winnipeg’s most popular tourist sites.
Best Central St. Boniface Hotel – Norwood Hotel
Best Central St. Boniface Airbnb – Luxurious 3 BDR Penthouse
What About Hostels in Winnipeg?
Believe it or not, there are no defined “hostels” in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
There is one dorm house, but quite frankly it’s not located in the best area of town and I hesitate to guide you there.
Instead, if traveling on a budget I suggest checking out our top budget hotels: Assiniboine Gordon Inn on the Park or the Queen Bee Hotel.
While Winnipeg is largely a safe place to visit, like any city there are some areas to steer clear of (in general, the area just north of Portage is a no-go, but I highly recommend you do your own research on this, as it’s a vast generalization).
That said, if you’re backpacking through Winnipeg and are looking to meet fellow travelers, I suggest looking on Meetup.com or Airbnb Experiences – there are groups and activities on those sites for almost every taste.
If you are looking for non-hotel accommodation, there are tons of Airbnb options in Winnipeg, and booking an apartment is an excellent alternative to staying at a hotel.
Many travelers choose Airbnb instead of hotels when they need a little extra space for families or large groups, require a kitchen, or just want to cut down on costs.
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That’s it for my guide on the best hotels in Winnipeg! Each and every one of these Winnipeg hotels is highly-rated and is sure to give you a great stay in Manitoba’s Capital. Before you go, be sure to check out my guide to the 24 Best Things to Do in Winnipeg.
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Have fun on your visit to Winnipeg!
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