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Fairmont Hotel MacDonald location and setting

Fairmont Hotel MacDonald

Fairmont Hotel MacDonald occupies a historic position at the eastern end of downtown Edmonton along 100 Street NW, south of Jasper Avenue. The 1915 chateau-styled building rises 47.7 metres across eleven floors and overlooks the North Saskatchewan River valley. Nearby neighborhoods include Riverdale to the east and Rossdale to the south.

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Downtown Edmonton address

The hotel is located at 10065 100 Street NW in the eastern end of downtown Edmonton. The property is bounded by 100 Street NW to the north and west, with Grierson Hill NW to the east and south. ATB Place is situated to the west of the hotel, while the roadway to the south borders the North Saskatchewan River valley park system. This positioning places guests in Edmonton's central business district.

River valley setting and views

Fairmont Hotel MacDonald overlooks the escarpment of the North Saskatchewan River from its location above the park system. The eleven-floor structure rises 47.7 metres high and commands views across the river valley. The river valley setting provides a distinctive landscape backdrop from the hotel's position in downtown Edmonton.

Neighborhood context

The hotel's location connects guests to Edmonton's central business district and multiple city neighborhoods. Riverdale is positioned to the east and Rossdale is located to the south. This positioning in the eastern downtown area provides access to these districts and business zones.

Historic architectural landmark

The Fairmont Hotel MacDonald building was designed by architectural firm Ross and MacFarlane and opened on July 5, 1915, as a Canadian railway hotel. The chateau-styled architecture features a limestone facade with detailed balustrades, balconettes, and brackets, copper roofing with pitched dormered roofs and turrets. Interior historic spaces include the Confederation Lounge, Empire Ballroom, and Wedgwood room. The building's limestone facade, copper roofing, and five historic interior spaces were recognized as a municipal historic resource on November 27, 1984.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hotel's address?

Fairmont Hotel MacDonald is located at 10065 100 Street NW at the eastern end of downtown Edmonton, Alberta, south of Jasper Avenue.

Which neighborhoods are near the hotel?

The hotel is situated near Edmonton's central business district with Riverdale to the east and Rossdale to the south.

Does the hotel overlook water or natural areas?

Yes, the hotel overlooks the North Saskatchewan River valley escarpment. The adjacent roadway is situated next to the North Saskatchewan River valley park system.

How tall is the hotel building?

The hotel building is 47.7 metres high with eleven floors, designed by architectural firm Ross and MacFarlane.

Is the hotel a historic building?

Yes, the building opened on July 5, 1915. Its limestone facade, copper roofing, and five historic interior spaces (Confederation Lounge, Empire Ballroom, and Wedgwood room) were recognized as a municipal historic resource on November 27, 1984.

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