The Metterra Hotel on Whyte is a boutique hotel on Whyte Avenue, the main street of Old Strathcona on the south side of the river. This is the neighbourhood locals head to for independent shops, theatres, music venues, restaurants and the long-running Saturday farmers' market, and staying here gives you a very different Edmonton from the downtown towers. The hotel is smaller and more intimate than the big chains, with a modern, design-led feel, and it suits couples, friends and travellers who value walkability and atmosphere. The Muttart Conservatory and the river valley are on the same side of the river, and downtown is a short taxi or bus ride across the High Level Bridge.
Location and getting around
Whyte Avenue is a walkable street lined with cafes, bars, independent shops and theatres, and the hotel puts you in the middle of it. Old Strathcona's buses and the neighbourhood's compact layout mean you can do a lot on foot. The Muttart Conservatory is a short drive or ride away, and the river valley trails are close. Downtown, the museum and the Ice District are a short taxi or bus ride, and West Edmonton Mall and Fort Edmonton Park need a car or taxi.
The rooms and the feel
Expect a boutique style with modern touches, and rooms that vary in layout. Because Whyte Avenue has a lively evening scene, ask for a quieter room away from the street if you are a light sleeper, particularly on weekends. The atmosphere is relaxed and sociable rather than formal, and the hotel suits shorter stays and city breaks.
Who it suits and what to know: couples, solo travellers and friends who like to eat and wander will enjoy it most. In August the neighbourhood is very busy with the Fringe Festival, so book well ahead and expect higher prices and more noise. Parking arrangements vary and street parking can be limited, so check what is available when you book. In winter, the neighbourhood's cafes and bars make a comfortable base, and a stay here pairs well with a morning at the Muttart Conservatory and an afternoon in the river valley.
Why stay here
- ✓On Whyte Avenue in Old Strathcona
- ✓Boutique, design-led style
- ✓Walk to cafes, theatres and bars
- ✓Near the Saturday farmers market
- ✓Close to the Muttart Conservatory
- ✓Near river valley trails
- ✓Short ride across the river to downtown
- ✓Quieter rooms available on request
Good questions
Where is the Metterra Hotel on Whyte?+
It is on Whyte Avenue in Old Strathcona, on the south side of the river. Cafes, theatres and independent shops are all within a short walk.
Is it close to downtown?+
Downtown is a short taxi or bus ride across the river. Old Strathcona has its own restaurants and nightlife, so many guests stay on the south side all evening.
Is it noisy?+
Whyte Avenue is lively at night, particularly on weekends and during August festivals. Ask for a quieter room when you book.
