By Beau Prichard
Winnipeg, Manitoba is the thriving metropolitan heart of
Canada's heartland. Offering all the culture of a major city with the down home comfort of a small town, modern city meets snug community for a polite, enjoyable urban experience. Now you just need a place to stay.
Budget Option
Centrally located in downtown Winnipeg, the Marlborough Hotel offers an expansive entertainment and conference center, including digital projection facilities and a concert venue, just across the street in the original Garrick Cinema. Showcasing original 1914 architecture, the Marlborough offers modern comforts, such as wifi access, a water slide, a pet friendly environment, a free airport shuttle, and environmentally friendly standards in a historical setting. Dine in three different restaurants, including Joanna's Cafe, the Royal Beagle Pub, and the guest-exclusive Churchill's, with soaring 24 foot ceilings and stained glass windows.
The Marlborough Hotel
331 Smith Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
(800) 667-7666
www.themarlborough.ca
Mid-Range Option
If you're looking for an intimate, boutique experience in Winnipeg, look no further than the Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel. Featuring sleek, modern design and spacious rooms, the Place Louis Riel strives for exceptional guest experiences. This is evident in its Allergen-Free floor, the onsite convenience store and its pet-friendly policy. With room service available from Pastell's Restaurant and Bar, the Place Louis Riel offers everything you'd expect from a sophisticated, modern hotel, at a reasonable cost.
Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel
190 Smith Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada R3C 1J8
(800) 665-0569
www.placelouisriel.com
Luxury Option
With two towers on Winnipeg's inviting skyline, the Fairmont Winnipeg is a landmark in every sense. Showcasing the luxury accommodations associated with the Fairmont brand, including the signature Afternoon Tea, the Fairmont Winnipeg for the welcoming relaxation of a high-class hotel. Featuring Winnipeg's only AAA Four Diamond dining at The Velvet Glove and Fairmont's exclusive hotel within a hotel, Fairmont Gold, the discerning traveler will find a home at the Fairmont Winnipeg.
The Fairmont Winnipeg
2 Lombard Place
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada R3B0Y3
(866) 540-4466
www.fairmont.com/Winnipeg/
About the Author:
Beau Prichard has been a freelance writer and editor since 1999. He specializes in fiction, travel and writing coaching. He has traveled in the United Kingdom, Europe, Mexico and Australia. Prichard grew up in New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing from George Fox University.
