09 Mar Accommodations

Hotels

We have organized special rates at hotels in both the Whyte Avenue area and Edmonton’s downtown district.
Whyte Avenue Hotels: Mettera: Hotel on Whyte, and Varscona

Mettera Hotel and The Varscona are located in close proximity to one another.  Relative to Campus Saint-Jean, they are approximately 35 minutes by foot, a short trip by public transportation, or a $15 cab ride.

There is a special rate code for the Mettera and Varscona reservations: If you book by phone tell the agent the code: “UNIV.” If you book online then mention “Rate Code UNIV” in the extra comments box.

Mettera Hotel Rates:

2 Double Beds or 1 Queen Bed: $130

One Bedroom Suite: $230

For more info and to book your rooms: http://www.metterra.com/

Special Rates: Please remember to mention that you are with Petrocultures, University of Alberta, in order to get the conference rate.

The Varscona Rates:

2 Double Beds or 1 Queen Bed: $120

One Bedroom Suite: $220

For more info and to book your rooms: http://www.varscona.com/

Special Rates: Please remember to say you are with Petrocultures, University of Alberta, in order to get the conference rate.

Downtown Hotel: Edmonton Coast House

Edmonton Coast House features spacious one and two bedroom suites with the finest in travel amenities, including fully equipped kitchens, separate living rooms and dining areas, and private balconies for your enjoyment. It is rated 3 1⁄2 stars by Canada Select.

Edmonton Coast House Rates:

Please remember to ask for the “Campus St. Jean corporate rate” in order to get the conference rate.

A continental breakfast can be also be added to the price of your room or purchased during your stay for approximately 8.95 (+ tax) for and a hot breakfast is available for approximately 13.95 (+ tax).

Rates for 1-3 Consecutive Nights are

Comfort Suite: $105

Superior Suite: $125

Premium Suite: $145

Rates for 4-29 Consecutive nights are

Comfort Suite: $99

Superior Suite: $119

Premium Suite: 139

For more information and to book your room:

http://www.coasthotels.com/hotels/canada/alberta/edmonton/coast_edmonton_house/overview

HI Edmonton (Hosteling International)

The local Hosteling International is your most cost-effective option.There are a number of different kinds of rooms from shared dorms (at 32.45/night) to private rooms (at 72.60/night) or private rooms with ensuite (at 89.65/night).

The hostel is approximately a 2 min walk to Whyte Ave. (around 5 minutes from the Metterra and Varscona hotels).  Relative to Campus Saint-Jean, it is approximately 35 minutes by foot, a short trip by public transportation, or a $15 cab ride.

For more information and to book your room:

http://www.hihostels.ca/westerncanada/1404/HI-Edmonton.hostel