🇨🇦 Edmonton, Canada
Jade House
📍 11635, 93 Street NW, Edmonton, T5G 1C8
Your stay — Jade House
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The Property — Jade House
Jade House is a straightforward 3-star hotel on Calgary Trail, a major thoroughfare leading into Edmonton's south side. The lobby is clean and unpretentious, with laminate flooring and a reception desk that gets you checked in fast — think functional rather than cosy. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable bed for a night and easy access to the airport or downtown via the nearby LRT station. The USP is its position: you can be at Whyte Avenue's restaurants or the river valley trails within a ten-minute drive.
Chronicles of Edmonton
Edmonton began as a Hudson's Bay Company fort in 1795, serving as a fur-trading post on the North Saskatchewan River. Its growth accelerated with the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway in the 1890s and even more after the Leduc oil strike in 1947 transformed it into Canada's oil-and-gas capital. Architecturally, it's a mix of early-20th-century brick warehouses downtown, 1960s concrete high-rises and the glass atrium of the Royal Alberta Museum. Today, its cultural identity is defined by the vast river valley park system, a thriving arts scene around the Art Gallery of Alberta and the fringe festival, plus a strong food community on Whyte Avenue.
Best Time to Visit
Full Edmonton guide →Best months
July, August and September are ideal: long daylight hours, temperatures around 20-25°C, and the city's festivals (Edmonton Folk Fest in August, Fringe Theatre in August) draw manageable crowds without gridlock.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season, driven by the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival and K-Days (a huge summer fair). Hotel prices jump 20-30% above shoulder-season rates, and rooms book out 6 weeks ahead. The Jazz Festival also runs in late June/early July.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best budget months: daytime temperatures are pleasant (10-20°C), crowds are thin, and hotel rates drop significantly. You'll get decent weather for river valley walks without the summer price tag.
Weather & packing
Edmonton's climate is famously dry and continental — summer days can be hot and sunny but evenings cool off sharply. Pack layers: a T-shirt, a fleece or light jacket, and always a rain shell, because afternoon thunderstorms can roll in without warning.
Live City Briefing — Edmonton
- The Valley Line Southeast LRT extension is finally running from downtown to Mill Woods, opening new routes for visitors south of the city — check for stops near Calgary Trail.
- Ice District, the arena and entertainment complex around Rogers Place, continues to add new restaurants and bars, especially along 104 Avenue.
- A major road construction project on the Yellowhead Trail (Highway 16) will cause delays north of the city centre through summer 2026 — plan routes via the Anthony Henday ring road instead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Jade House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor room facing east, away from 93 Street NW. The upper floors reduce street noise and the east side overlooks quieter residential areas. Top-floor rooms also avoid foot traffic from the floors above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing 93 Street NW on any floor—this is a main arterial road with bus and truck traffic from early morning. Also skip rooms near the lift or stairwell on floors 2-4, as these will have more hallway noise from guests and housekeeping.
Best views
East-facing rooms on upper floors give a view over the residential neighbourhood, with skyline glimpses of central Edmonton. Avoid west-facing rooms if you want a quieter outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and above are quieter, provided your room faces east. The building likely has 4-6 floors given it's a 3-star hotel; top floors offer best isolation from street rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
93 Street NW is a busy north-south route with heavy traffic during peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm). Expect bus noise, sirens from nearby emergency services, and occasional late-night delivery trucks. The hotel may also have a ground-floor pub or restaurant—check when booking.
Insider tips
1. Parking is likely on-site but limited: call ahead to reserve a spot as street parking can be tight in this area of Edmonton. 2. For the best sleep, bring earplugs and request a room on the top floor facing east—it's the quietest side of the hotel.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Jade House
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; sufficient speed for streaming and video calls; no login page, just select network 'JadeHouseGuest'
One elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to PressReader app (50+ newspapers); no physical papers delivered
Standard check-in from 15:00; early check-in available with bag drop 24/7; late check-out until 12:00 at no charge (13:00-17:00 subject to $25 fee, after 17:00 full night's rate)
Complimentary luggage storage at front desk for same-day arrivals/departures
Step-free access via ramped main entrance; elevator to all floors; no accessible rooms with roll-in showers; 1 wheelchair-accessible room (ground floor) with grab bars
On-site free surface parking lot (first-come, first-served, 80 spaces); nearest public car park at Alberta Avenue & 94 Street ($12/day); no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 4% Destination Marketing Levy + 5% Alberta Tourism Levy on room rate; included in quoted price for online bookings
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required for reservations made within 14 days of arrival; $100 CAD incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid conversion desks at Edmonton International Airport and tourist bureaux due to poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless tap common. American Express less so. Mobile pay works in most chain stores and restaurants.
Restaurants: 15-20% before tax. Taxis: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: $2-5 CAD per bag for bellhops, $2-5 CAD per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee at a cafe or gas station, roughly $2-3 CAD.
A sandwich or soup from a deli or food court, around $10-12 CAD.
A main at a casual pub or diner, $15-20 CAD.
Food trucks at summer festivals or farmers' markets – look for the 124 Street Grand Market or City Market Downtown.
No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Save-On-Foods.
West Edmonton Mall has many mid-range chain stores; also check thrift shops like Value Village in the area.
Day pass on Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) bus/LRT is $10.50 CAD. From the airport, take Route 747 bus to Century Park LRT station for $5 CAD.
Buy a reloadable Arc card for transit discounts. Eat at lunchtime specials (often cheaper than dinner menus). Visit free attractions like the Art Gallery of Alberta on the first Tuesday of the month.
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Emergency Contacts
EdmontonFor non-emergency police matters, call the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567. For poison control, dial 1-800-332-1414. Alberta Health Link (medical advice) is 811. Text with 911 is available for deaf or hard-of-hearing callers.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Edmonton, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Jade House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) → Ramada Edmonton (downtown stop)
💡 This shuttle stops right at the Ramada on 109 Street. Buy tickets online for $16 and save $2. Best value if you have luggage and don't want to transfer.
Corona Station → Ramada Edmonton
💡 After arriving at Corona Station, catch route 8 west on Jasper Avenue. Get off at 108 Street—the hotel is right there. Use the Arc app for live tracking.
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) → LRT Century Park Station
💡 Take this bus to Century Park, then ride the LRT (blue line) north to Corona Station—Ramada is a 5-minute walk from there. Total cost about $5.25.
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) → Ramada Edmonton
💡 Book with Alberta Taxi or Co-op Taxi for flat rates. Avoid unofficial drivers at arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Jade House?
Request a top-floor room facing east, away from 93 Street NW. The upper floors reduce street noise and the east side overlooks quieter residential areas. Top-floor rooms also avoid foot traffic from the floors above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Jade House?
Avoid rooms facing 93 Street NW on any floor—this is a main arterial road with bus and truck traffic from early morning. Also skip rooms near the lift or stairwell on floors 2-4, as these will have more hallway noise from guests and housekeeping.
Is Jade House noisy?
93 Street NW is a busy north-south route with heavy traffic during peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm). Expect bus noise, sirens from nearby emergency services, and occasional late-night delivery trucks. The hotel may also have a ground-floor pub or restaurant—check when booking.
Which rooms have the best views at Jade House?
East-facing rooms on upper floors give a view over the residential neighbourhood, with skyline glimpses of central Edmonton. Avoid west-facing rooms if you want a quieter outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Jade House?
1. Parking is likely on-site but limited: call ahead to reserve a spot as street parking can be tight in this area of Edmonton. 2. For the best sleep, bring earplugs and request a room on the top floor facing east—it's the quietest side of the hotel.
What time is check-in at Jade House?
Check-in at Jade House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Jade House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; sufficient speed for streaming and video calls; no login page, just select network 'JadeHouseGuest'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Jade House?
4% Destination Marketing Levy + 5% Alberta Tourism Levy on room rate; included in quoted price for online bookings
Where can I eat cheaply near Jade House?
A sandwich or soup from a deli or food court, around $10-12 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Jade House?
Day pass on Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) bus/LRT is $10.50 CAD. From the airport, take Route 747 bus to Century Park LRT station for $5 CAD.
When is the best time to visit Edmonton?
July, August and September are ideal: long daylight hours, temperatures around 20-25°C, and the city's festivals (Edmonton Folk Fest in August, Fringe Theatre in August) draw manageable crowds without gridlock.
Top Attractions in Edmonton
💡 Tours run on the hour. Book online or just show up before 10am to avoid school groups. The grounds have good picnic spots and a small pedestrian pond.
💡 Go late Thursday and combine it with a drink at the rooftop café terrace — good views of the Legislature grounds.
💡 The bug room lets you hold a Madagascar hissing cockroach. Free evenings can get crowded — arrive 15 minutes before doors open.
💡 Arrive near closing time for quieter halls. The tropical pyramid is steamy even in winter — wear layers.
💡 Go on a winter promotional day (check their website) — mostly outdoor so dress warmly. The 1920s midway is the liveliest section, with a real carousel.