Nestled near Elkwater Marina, Elkwater Lake Lodge offers an action-packed getaway. Unwind by the firepit, tee off at the 9-hole golf course, or enjoy a delicious meal at Buglers Restaurant. With mini golf and laundry facilities on site plus free in-room WiFi and bike rentals available you're all set for adventure.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant
Ski passes
Terrace
Air conditioning
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Conference space
Meeting room
Picnic area
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Room options
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Studio, 1 King Bed
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Traditional Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
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
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
79 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
65 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Suite, Jetted Tub
Highlights
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, Fireplace
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
37 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Cypress Hills Provincial Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Medicine Hat Mall - 49 min drive - 74.6 km
Getting around
Medicine Hat, AB (YXH) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
12-34 Cafe and Pub - 3 min walk
12 34 Cafe & Pub and Elkwater Fuel Stop Ltd - 3 min walk
Camp Cookhouse and General Store - 20 min walk
About this property
Elkwater Lake Lodge
Adjacent to a golf course, Elkwater Lake Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Elkwater. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Buglers Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
All inclusive
All-inclusive room rates at Elkwater Lake Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English, Filipino, Hindi, Korean
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
73 units
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Mini golf
Children's menu
What to do
Ski passes
Mini golf
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Bicycle rentals
Bike storage
Facilities
10 buildings/towers
Built in 2005
ATM/banking
Picnic area
Terrace
Adjacent to a golf course
Banquet hall
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Turndown service
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Buglers Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Firewood is available for an extra charge of CAD 10.00
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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
Are pets allowed at Elkwater Lake Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Elkwater Lake Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Elkwater Lake Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Elkwater Lake Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Elkwater Lake Lodge also has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Elkwater Lake Lodge?
Yes, Buglers Restaurant offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Elkwater Lake Lodge like?
Elkwater Lake Lodge is a short 13-minute walk from Cypress Hills Provincial Park and 11 minutes' walk from Elkwater Marina.
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Elkwater Lake Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Location
Food
Hot Tub
Bed
Family friendly
Balcony
Breakfast
What guests liked
The indoor pool and hot tub were great for rainy days, providing a fun and relaxing experience for kids. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 11, 2025
The management went out of their way to make our stay very comfortable. They were friendly and accommodating. Clean facilities and comfortable.
Vincent
Vincent, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
The man at the front desk was so nice , he deserves a big raise , he treated me like a queen, I will stay again
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 1, 2025
Very beautiful
Gail M
Gail M, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 28, 2025
Thought the area would have more choices for places to eat .
Jim
Jim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 11, 2025
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!
Cody
Cody, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 8, 2025
Room was very clean and cozy and the bed was super comfortable. The area itself is beautiful, it was a very enjoyable stay!
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 9, 2025
Clean, neat, and well equipped rooms.
Meghan
Meghan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 26, 2025
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!
Sandra
Sandra, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 11, 2025
Beautiful area. Toilet ran all night.
Nora
Nora, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 28, 2025
everything was great
Nabaa
Nabaa, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 26, 2025
Location is great, poor ventilation keeps the hot air and chlorine smell in the hall ways.
Henry
Henry, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 2, 2025
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.
Asma
Asma, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
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
ROBERT
ROBERT, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 22, 2025
Clean room but overpriced, kitchenette but no utensils, stairwell railings loose, no water view rooms. This hotel is not on the water
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 23, 2025
Very clean and quiet property. We will definitely go back.
Dorell
Dorell, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 27, 2025
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.
Carolyn
Carolyn, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 13, 2024
Great stay
Rhoda
Rhoda, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
May 24, 2025
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
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 22, 2024
Great place to stay, the only problem is the prices at the restaurant
Chavon
Chavon, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 12, 2023
Friendly staff, clean, kids loved the pool.
I would stay here again.
Grace
Grace, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 28, 2022
Pleasant, quick and nice spot in the little town.
Jesse
4/10 Poor
Jan 10, 2025
Go somewhere else !!
This is a very sad, dated place, worn carpets and furnishings.
No utensils provided apart from a couple of cups.
They had a fridges and microwave but no knives forks or spoons.
Check in was not very friendly, given the place was virtually empty.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 29, 2022
Staff was super helpful
Robert
Robert, 7-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 30, 2023
Very nice place. Will definitely be going back. Nice clean rooms. The staff where great.
Noel
Noel, 3-night trip
4/10 Poor
Dec 29, 2024
The property is showing its age and could use some updates. The room I was in had a rancid smell that I couldn’t get out without leaving the window open (problematic in December).