For a multi-day stays, it would have been nice to have a few quick supplies in the room like coffee / tea / sugar and creamers. There is a fridge and minimum cutlery / cups etc but you have to buy everything - there are no easy breakfast / coffee shops around.

We spent 2 nights at this location and were pleased with this choice. Located in the Old Town, it offers easy walking access to the entire of Old Town, the Bush Pilots memorial (make sure to go up that rock for spectacular views) and many top-notch fish and chips places or try the restaurant on the premises that is well rated as well. Room was clean and comfortable and offered views on the lake and has a great balcony.

Stayed in August 2025

This 3 bedroom apartment had large bedrooms, comfy beds and lovely common space. It has a fabulous deck off the upper level overlooking the water. A deck on the water was great for coffee, swimming and watching the float planes

Stayed in August 2025

Excellent location - easy to walk to all of Old Town's sites, canoe rental and great dock to sit on to enjoy morning coffees.

Stayed in August 2025

Beds need to be changed. The king and queen mattresses sag in the middle and make for an uncomfortable sleep .

Amazing spot to stay in the Historic Old town of Yellowknife. We had the 3 bedroom suite on the second floor and offered an excellent and unobstructed view of the water and the Air Tindi float plane base. Yes you’ll see planes fly in and out multiple times in season. Newly renovated and clean. There is also a restaurant inside same building (Flamecraft). A short walk to other restaurants and little shops. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

The owner was great!

Stayed in June 2025

Mattresses and pillows need to be upgraded. Bathroom sink was very tiny so it was difficult to fill water bottles, wash dishes etc. It was also badly placed directly in front of exit to shower.

Fabulous location. Restaurant in the Inn was excellent. Check in was easy. Coffee and tea supplies were great. Contact via text was very good and friendly. Questions were answered promptly.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

It was at the lake side. We could see the lake from the bed. Bus stop in front of the hotel. In the middle of the Old Town. The host was very friendly

Stayed in June 2025

A toaster would be a great addition :)

Self contained cabin with views of the lake- private and comfortable, in cool old town area. Easy to walk to the (awesome) brewery and cool little shops. We could walk across the ice right off the dock.

Stayed in May 2025

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It’s by the lake.

Stayed in May 2025

Noisy room, we could hear the boiler room quite loudly, and the neighbors next door because it communicates with the restaurant next door, we couldn't hear the restaurant but the staff who must have been fetching things from the room.

Well located, well equipped room.

Stayed in April 2025

I like the privacy, amazing location with its own entrance to the lake and this time when the lake is frozen. We went for a walk on the frozen lake every day was amazing, strongly recommended, and plus the cabin has his own bathroom. And I have the pleasure to meet with the honor Jhon, who is a nice guy and very friendly, took time to explain to us what activities, restaurants, and places we can visit. And don't forget the most important thing, we were able to see the norther ligths twice, you been in love with the place.

Stayed in April 2025

I was surprised that the tap water isn't as cold as it is in Massachusetts in the winter.

A+ for the location on the shore of Great Slave Lake in the heart of Old Town, Yellowknife. I definitely want to return, and I would stay here first. If it were not available, I would look for somewhere else in Old Town, which is more charming than the city center. In addition to having a great view of the lake, the Aurora Bayside Inn is within easy walking distance to so many great places, for instance, the Bush Pilots Monument, from which you get a 360 degree view of the city and lake; the Trading Post, a trendy cafe with delicious cinnamon rolls and their own ice cream; Bullock's Bistro, the iconic fish restaurant; and the Northwest Territories Brewing Company, a super happening brewery with excellent food and beer -- try the Bug Repellent IPA. We stayed in the three bedroom suite, which was comfortable, clean and toasty warm, in addition to having a great view of the lake and balcony from which we saw awesome Northern Lights.

Stayed in April 2025

had to haul luggage up the stairs to the second floor unit - no elevator

Great location for Aurora watching with large windows in the living, dining area and also from the big deck overlooking the open space and lake. Very convenient to have a restaurant within the building serving lunch and dinner without having to step out in the cold.

Stayed in March 2025

Amazing location for Aurora hunting!

Stayed in February 2025

Location great and owner extremely helpful. I will certainly come back

Stayed in January 2025

The location of the cabin is SUPER B! It faces to the lake. When the northern lights comes up, it is easy to access the lake surface to take fabulous photos in winter.

Stayed in January 2025

I would have liked better lighting in the bedrooms. However, opening the blinds will give added natural light.

We were able to walk around the old town and out onto the frozen lakes quite easily. We were able to see the northern lights sitting on the couch in the living room as the windows were so big. We spend most of our time in the kitchen and living room area because it was so comfortable.

Stayed in January 2025

It is a great place. The 3 bedroom suites come with a portable electric burner, microwave and electric kettle. We cooked several meals with them. It will be nice to have a countertop oven but there is nothing we don't like about the place

Great location. We had a view of the frozen lake and were able to see the aurora once from The Executive Suite. The fully equipped kitchenette came in handy so we could cook and no needed to venue out every time.

Stayed in December 2024

Sink is too small

Location

Stayed in November 2024

The location was perfect- right on the water and walking distance to restaurants and shops. The attached restaurant was one of the few that were predictably open and tasty. The room was clean and comfortable- microwave, refrigerator, dishes, coffee maker were all provided in the room. Also, really nice black out curtains for sleeping in after late nights watching the aurora. This was a great base for exploring the town. Also- we could see the aurora a few times right from the dock and balcony.

Stayed in October 2024

The bed made a lot of noise when you moved around

The location was really close to old town and walking distance to many of the sights around Yellowknife. We really enjoyed being able to see the Northern Lights from our window across the lake.

Stayed in October 2024

Loved the view, owner was next door and introduced himself and asked if we needed anything.

Stayed in October 2024

Nil

Good location by the Great Slave Lake in old town, Yellowknife. We stayed in The Cabin for 3 nights. There is a microwave, coffee maker, kettle, plates, bowls, cutleries, etc. Room is clean and tidy. Beds were comfy. Able to see the Aurora Borealis from outside the cabin. There is a floating deck and we enjoyed seeing the float planes just opposite the property. There is a restaurant on the property. John, the owner was responsive to our enquiries via email. We met John and he is courteous, friendly and nice. We had a good chat with him. Thank you John for providing us a cozy and enjoyable stay.

Stayed in September 2024

The flood light from nearby Air Tindi is a bit too bright for the star/aurora watch.

Excellent location, right by the lake facing East, lot of sunshine for the morning. Aurora can be seen at the balcony.

Stayed in September 2024