Hotels in Hinton
The town of Hinton is a great place to stay for those wanting to explore Alberta's mountain wilderness from central or northern Alberta. Conveniently situated at the entrance of Jasper National Park, Hinton is only a three-hour drive from Edmonton. Drive just another hour southwest from Hinton to find the scenic town of Jasper nestled within the national park.
Because of Hinton's prime location, visitors can easily spend their days in Jasper National Park yet head back to Hinton for the night. Accommodation in Hinton is substantially cheaper than staying within the park so this is a popular option for budget-conscious travellers. Even without entering the park there is plenty to do in and around Hinton. Golfing, fishing and hiking are some local activities.
The town is equipped with a large selection of hotels and motels for visitors to choose from. Upon entering Hinton on Highway 16 (Yellowhead Trail) from the northeast, visitors will notice well-known chain-style hotels. A large cluster is situated along the right-hand side of the road. The Holiday Inn Express and Suites is one option that provides numerous amenities and top-quality service such as a complimentary hot breakfast bar and free wireless Internet access. Other well-known properties like the Days Inn and the Super 8 can also be found here.
Some guests prefer to stay at smaller, more personal hotels. Farther along Yellowhead Trail, which actually becomes Gregg Avenue, and scattered throughout Hinton are plenty of independently owned hotels. Many of these boast such facilities as indoor swimming pools, hot tubs and kitchenette-style rooms. In addition, quite a few of these establishments serve a complimentary continental breakfast to their guests, fueling them up for a big day of sightseeing and adventures.
Because of Hinton's prime location, visitors can easily spend their days in Jasper National Park yet head back to Hinton for the night. Accommodation in Hinton is substantially cheaper than staying within the park so this is a popular option for budget-conscious travellers. Even without entering the park there is plenty to do in and around Hinton. Golfing, fishing and hiking are some local activities.
The town is equipped with a large selection of hotels and motels for visitors to choose from. Upon entering Hinton on Highway 16 (Yellowhead Trail) from the northeast, visitors will notice well-known chain-style hotels. A large cluster is situated along the right-hand side of the road. The Holiday Inn Express and Suites is one option that provides numerous amenities and top-quality service such as a complimentary hot breakfast bar and free wireless Internet access. Other well-known properties like the Days Inn and the Super 8 can also be found here.
Some guests prefer to stay at smaller, more personal hotels. Farther along Yellowhead Trail, which actually becomes Gregg Avenue, and scattered throughout Hinton are plenty of independently owned hotels. Many of these boast such facilities as indoor swimming pools, hot tubs and kitchenette-style rooms. In addition, quite a few of these establishments serve a complimentary continental breakfast to their guests, fueling them up for a big day of sightseeing and adventures.
