Merit Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
Lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio
Romantic Single Room
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

Explore the area

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8200 Franklin Ave, Fort McMurray, AB, T9H2H9
  • Place, Keyano College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Heritage Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Peter Pond Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort McMurray, AB (YMM)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Kitchen Suite King, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior 2 Queen, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Business Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Business Suite King, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior 1 Queen, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Fort McMurray

Merit Hotel & Suites puts you in the heart of Fort McMurray, within steps of Keyano College and Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .The family restaurant, Dragon Billiards, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Business amenities include 2 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Fort McMurray hotel include Heritage Park and Northern Lights Regional Health Center.

What's nearby

  • Keyano College - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Heritage Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Peter Pond Mall - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Rivers Casino - 6 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort McMurray, AB (YMM) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Original Joe's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Avenue Eatery and Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Merit Hotel & Suites

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Merit Hotel & Suites also features a 24-hour fitness centre, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Fort McMurray hotel is smoke free.

  • 160 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Merit Hotel & Suites offers 160 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Dragon Billiards

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Merit Fort Mcmurray
Merit Hotel & Suites Hotel
Merit Hotel Fort Mcmurray
Merit Hotel & Suites Fort McMurray
Merit Hotel & Suites Hotel Fort McMurray

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Merit Hotel & Suites?

Merit Hotel & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Merit Hotel & Suites?

As of 27 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merit Hotel & Suites on 3 July 2026 start from AU$134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Merit Hotel & Suites?

Yep, Merit Hotel & Suites has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes Merit Hotel & Suites a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Merit Hotel & Suites.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Merit Hotel & Suites?

No, Merit Hotel & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Merit Hotel & Suites?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Merit Hotel & Suites's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Merit Hotel & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Merit Hotel & Suites?

Furry friends are welcome at Merit Hotel & Suites, with food and water bowls on offer.

Merit Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 596 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Waylon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and very accommodating. Rooms were clean and spacious. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was excellent ❤️❤️the staff were friendly ❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice an clean, awesome staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Suped friendly staff. Wish it had a pool still.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in Lady was soooo nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Geetu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. Comfortable beds quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Very happy with our stay. So convenient to an event at Keyano Theatre .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay friendly staff but had problems with the card to go to parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Carolann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was easy to book staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was fine, and the underground parking was nice. The fact that they had no hot water was a major issue for me and there was no on site restaurant despite it being advertised as having one.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was fine but no hot water
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

mathieu

Got stuck in elevator for 1h Fan was super loud and could not sleep . Coffee was gross Room smelled weird
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed my stay and highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was great. I was charged a $200 refundable incidental fee which I did not like. No continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RITA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025