Dawson Lodge is a small self-service hotel at 1057 Third Avenue in the historic district, and Travel Yukon lists it as open year round. It has ten ensuite bedrooms, each with a queen bed, a rain shower, tea and coffee and a low-energy fridge. Check-in is keyless, guests can book online at any hour and choose how much contact they want with staff. The lodge emphasises environmental sustainability, with energy recovery ventilation, vegan and organic toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning products and very low landfill waste. Wi-Fi and parking are free, and pets are welcome if you call ahead, with a fee for pets. It is in walking distance of the Palace Grand Theatre and several restaurants, and it suits independent travellers.
Location and getting around
The lodge is on Third Avenue, among the historic buildings and a short walk from the Palace Grand Theatre, the museum and local restaurants. The airport is a drive away, and the lodge does not run a shuttle, so arrange a taxi or a ride in advance. For the goldfields and the Midnight Dome, you will need a vehicle or a tour.
Rooms and facilities
Every room is a queen with an ensuite bathroom and a rain shower, and each has tea and coffee supplies and a small fridge, plus an LED TV with satellite channels. Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking are included. Security cameras cover the public areas. Rooms are compact, at around 180 square feet, and some guests note limited window views, so ask for a room with a better outlook if that matters to you.
Who it suits and good to know: it suits couples, solo travellers and independent visitors who are happy with a self-service stay and like the idea of low-impact accommodation. There is no lobby and no on-site staff, so if something goes wrong you call, which suits some guests and not others.
Check-in is from 3 pm, and check-out is at 11 am, with a late check-out available for a small fee. The lodge is a good option for the northern lights season, since it is open in winter and the town is dark and quiet. Book ahead in summer, because a ten-room property fills quickly.
Why stay here
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Free on-site parking
- ✓Keyless self check-in
- ✓Rain showers
- ✓Tea and coffee in rooms
- ✓Fridge in every room
- ✓Satellite TV
- ✓Eco-friendly toiletries
Good questions
Is Dawson Lodge staffed?+
It is a self-service hotel with keyless entry and no lobby or on-site staff, and guests choose how much contact they want. Call if you need help.
Is it open in winter?+
Travel Yukon lists it as open year round, which makes it useful for northern lights trips.
Are pets allowed?+
Pets are welcome if you call ahead, and a pet fee applies. Confirm the policy when you book.
