The Best Western Gold Rush Inn at 411 Main Street is a dependable, mid-priced downtown hotel with 99 rooms. Its accommodation ranges from simple queen and king rooms to larger rooms with sofa beds, kitchenettes, full kitchens and jetted tubs, which makes it flexible for families and longer stays. Every room has air conditioning, a workspace and cable television, and many have a mini fridge and microwave. Free Wi-Fi, free self parking, a gym and laundry facilities are included, and a free round-trip airport shuttle runs at scheduled times. The Gold Pan Saloon, on site, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy-hour drinks, with a cooked-to-order breakfast available for a surcharge. The hotel allows pets up to a limit, with a nightly fee per pet. The location puts the MacBride Museum within a five-minute walk and the Visitor Information Centre about six minutes away. It is the practical choice for visitors who value location, parking and a recognisable brand over boutique character.
Getting around
Main Street is the heart of Whitehorse, and from this hotel you can walk to the museum, restaurants, the river and several shops. The S.S. Klondike grounds are about nine minutes on foot, and the airport is an eight-minute drive, with the free shuttle covering the transfer at scheduled times. In winter, a short walk can feel long in the cold, so dress properly and consider a taxi at night. Guests often use it as a base for tour pickups, so check which hotel lobby your operator uses when you book.
The rooms
The 12 room types range from about 275 to 500 square feet, so choose by your needs. A kitchenette room helps if you want to prepare simple meals on a long stay, and the larger rooms with jetted tubs are a treat after a cold night under the aurora.
Parking is free, but the guest lot can be tricky to enter and exit with a trailer, according to reviews, so large vehicles should ask for advice at booking. The on-site saloon is convenient, though opening hours and menus can change, so confirm on arrival.
Who it suits
Families, groups, road-trippers and anyone who wants a straightforward, central hotel with free parking and a shuttle at a fair price. It is less stylish than Hyatt Place and less intimate than the Edgewater, but it often comes in cheaper than both, and the guest rating is strong. Book early for the aurora season, and ask about quieter rooms away from Main Street if you are a light sleeper.
Why stay here
- ✓99 rooms with kitchenette options
- ✓Free airport shuttle
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Gold Pan Saloon on site
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Gym and laundry
- ✓Pets allowed
- ✓Walk to the MacBride Museum
Good questions
Is there a free airport shuttle?+
Yes. A free round-trip airport shuttle runs at scheduled times, and the airport is about an eight minute drive away.
Do rooms have kitchens?+
Some room types have kitchenettes or full kitchens, and many have a mini fridge and microwave, so choose the room type that suits your stay.
Is parking included?+
Yes, free self parking is available, though reviewers note the lot can be awkward for trailers and large vehicles.
