Travelodge by Wyndham Drumheller is at 101 Grove Place, a short walk from downtown, and it is built for travellers who want a simple, well-equipped base without paying for extras they will not use. Rooms are non-smoking and come with a 32-inch flat-screen television, a refrigerator, a microwave, free toiletries and a hairdryer, and the property provides free Wi-Fi, free parking, a free continental breakfast and coffee and tea at reception. Gas grills are available for guests, and free infant beds are offered, which helps families with babies. Parking includes space for motorhomes, coaches and larger vehicles, so it is a good choice if you are touring Alberta by RV or arriving with a trailer. Room types cover a good range. There are rooms with two double beds, one queen bed or two queen beds, an accessible room with a queen bed, a room with a queen and two single beds that sleeps six, a deluxe triple room with three double beds, and a suite with a king bed and a jetted tub for couples who want a bit more comfort. The hotel allows dogs, with a limit of one per room, and a deposit and nightly fee apply, so confirm the rules before booking. Check-in is available throughout the day and into the evening, and check-out is at eleven.
Location and getting around
The hotel is within easy walking distance of several sights. A fossil shop is about three minutes on foot, the World's Largest Dinosaur and the Aquaplex are about eight minutes, and the Badlands Historical Centre is about thirteen minutes. That makes it possible to see the downtown attractions without using the car at all. The Royal Tyrrell Museum, the Hoodoos and Horseshoe Canyon are short drives. If you are arriving from Calgary, the drive takes about an hour and a half.
The rooms
The layouts suit couples, families and groups, and the larger rooms that sleep six are good value for a family. The king suite with a jetted tub is the room for a romantic weekend, and the accessible room is a useful option for travellers with mobility needs. Fridges and microwaves in the rooms make picnic lunches and leftover dinners easy. As at other budget hotels, rooms are practical rather than luxurious, so expect clean, comfortable basics rather than a lot of style.
What is good to know
No pool is listed, so it will not suit families whose main priority is a waterslide, but the Aquaplex is a short walk away for swimming. Breakfast is continental rather than hot. If you are bringing a dog, check the one-pet limit and the fees. Travelodge suits budget-conscious guests, road-trippers, RV travellers and people who like to walk to dinner, and it is a good alternative to the pool hotels for anyone who prefers a quieter, simpler stay.
Why stay here
- ✓Free continental breakfast
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Free parking
- ✓Motorhome and coach parking
- ✓Refrigerator and microwave in rooms
- ✓Gas grills for guests
- ✓Free infant beds
- ✓Dogs allowed (fees apply)
Good questions
Where is Travelodge Drumheller?+
It is at 101 Grove Place in Drumheller. A fossil shop is about three minutes on foot, and the World's Largest Dinosaur is about eight minutes away.
Is breakfast included?+
Yes, a free continental breakfast is included, along with coffee and tea at reception.
Does it take pets?+
Dogs are allowed, with a limit of one per room, a deposit and a nightly fee. Confirm the current rules before you book.
