Quality Inn and Suites Whitehorse stands at 2288 Second Avenue, on the airport side of the city centre, and offers the most affordable stay of our five picks. It has 99 rooms, including standard king and double-queen rooms and king suites, with flat-screen televisions, workspaces, coffee makers and free Wi-Fi. Free self parking is provided, including space for RVs, buses and trucks, which is unusual and very useful for road-trippers. Facilities include a gym, restaurant, laundry facilities, an elevator and a 24-hour front desk. Pets are allowed for a nightly fee, and service animals are exempt. Guests rate it as good value rather than luxurious, and it works best as a practical base. Shipyards Park is a six-minute walk, the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre is about twelve minutes on foot and the airport is only a six-minute drive. This is the right hotel for budget-minded travellers, drivers and those with early flights.
Location and logistics
Second Avenue is a short drive from the downtown core and within walking distance of the riverfront at Shipyards Park and the cultural centre, but in winter you will likely prefer a car or taxi for the trip to Main Street. The airport proximity is a genuine advantage for early departures and late arrivals, and guests can often reach the terminal in minutes.
For aurora tours, check that the operator will pick up from this hotel, since many collect from specific downtown lobbies. Several restaurants, including a casual eatery, are within a one or two minute walk.
The rooms
Rooms are simple, about 226 square feet in the standard categories, so they are practical rather than spacious. The two-queen room sleeps four, which keeps costs down for families, and the king suite adds room to spread out. The hotel includes a gym and a restaurant, and the elevator helps with luggage and mobility. Breakfast arrangements are not included in the standard rate, so ask the hotel what is available when booking. Expect a straightforward chain hotel experience, with clean rooms and reliable service rather than local character.
Who it suits
Budget travellers, RV and car travellers who need generous parking, people connecting through the airport and anyone happy to trade a downtown address for a lower price. It is less convenient for evenings out on Main Street than the other four hotels, so factor in taxi costs, and the guest scores are good rather than outstanding. Book early for peak aurora weeks and holidays, and confirm pet rules before you arrive if you travel with an animal.
Why stay here
- ✓99 rooms and king suites
- ✓Free parking including RV and bus spaces
- ✓Restaurant on site
- ✓Gym
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Elevator and 24-hour front desk
- ✓Pets allowed for a fee
- ✓Six minutes from the airport
Good questions
Is Quality Inn and Suites close to downtown?+
It is a short drive from downtown and about a six minute walk from the Shipyards Park riverfront, but in winter most guests will want a car or taxi for Main Street.
Can I park an RV or large vehicle?+
Yes. Free self parking is provided, including RV, bus and truck parking.
How far is the airport?+
The airport is about a six minute drive away, which suits early flights and late arrivals.
