Temple Gardens Hotel and Spa is the stay for visitors who come to Moose Jaw for the water. The hotel is attached to the Temple Gardens Mineral Spa, so guests can walk from their room to the geothermal pools, which makes it easy to soak at any hour the spa is open, whether before breakfast on a frosty morning or late on a summer evening. The location at 24 Fairford Street East places you close to Main Street, the tunnels, the murals and many restaurants, so you can combine relaxation with sightseeing without driving. The hotel feels like a resort rather than a heritage inn: modern rooms, a polished lobby and the family-friendly facilities that go with a spa destination. It attracts couples on romantic weekends, families on school holidays, groups of friends and road-trippers who want a proper break rather than a quick overnight stop.
Because the pools are the attraction, plan your stay around them. Find out what is included in your room rate, since some packages include pool access and others charge separately, and check the pools' hours, age rules and any quiet times for adults. Weekends and school holidays are busy, so a weekday visit gives you more space.
Winter is a favourite season because the contrast between cold air and hot water is dramatic, and summer evenings are lovely for outdoor soaking. If you plan to take a treatment, book ahead, and remember that health conditions may affect how long you should stay in hot water.
Rooms are the sort of comfortable, modern accommodation you would expect from a larger hotel, with a range of room types that may include suites and family layouts. Ask for a specific type when you book, particularly if you need a king bed, two queens or a quiet location away from the pool area. Parking and dining arrangements change over time, so confirm them with the hotel. The restaurant and lounge offer a convenient evening option, though many guests also walk to Main Street for dinner.
The hotel works well as a base for a weekend. A suggested rhythm is to arrive Friday, soak that evening, take a morning trolley ride or tunnels tour on Saturday, enjoy lunch downtown and then come back for another soak before dinner, with a late checkout on Sunday if available.
It is also a practical choice for a stopover on the Trans-Canada Highway, since it is a short drive from the main road. Rates tend to rise on weekends and holidays, so book early and ask about spa packages that bundle the room with pool access or treatments.
Why stay here
- ✓Direct access to geothermal mineral pools
- ✓Spa treatments on site
- ✓Resort-style hotel rooms
- ✓Restaurant and lounge
- ✓Downtown location near Main Street
- ✓Family and suite room options
- ✓Guest parking
- ✓Package deals with spa access
Good questions
Is pool access included?+
It depends on the rate or package. Check what is included when you book and ask about pool hours and rules.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, it is a popular family weekend destination. Confirm age rules and family swim times for the pools.
How far is it from Main Street?+
It is within easy walking distance of Main Street, the tunnels ticket office and many downtown restaurants.