Fort McMurray Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

Fort McMurray is an industrial city, serving Alberta's oil sands deposits: those who fly in are almost always on business, not on holiday. The lodging available near the airport is largely made up of private homes for long stays linked to the worksites; the city's two chain hotels, both downtown 15-20 minutes from the terminal, remain the most reliably verifiable choice for those looking for a standard room.

Downtown Fort McMurray

City centre · About 15-20 minutes by car from the airport (18 minutes to the Pomeroy Hotel).

Best for: Nearly all trips, almost always business travel tied to the oil sands industry.

Pros

Two reliable chain hotels, both a short walk from Rivers Casino and Peter Pond Mall
Breakfast included at both properties, convenient for shift workers

Cons

No direct public transport link with the airport, a car or taxi is needed
Room prices that rise quickly during periods of higher worksite activity

Recommended hotels in this area

Pomeroy Hotel Fort McMurray: 18 minutes from the airport, a short walk from the Rivers Casino and the Peter Pond Mall; free breakfast and a business centre open around the clock.
Prime Hotel: Downtown, a short walk from the Rivers Casino, the Peter Pond Mall and MacDonald Island Park; breakfast included.

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