Merit Hotel & Suites

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is $100
$90 nightly
$100 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29

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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)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Business Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Business Suite King, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior 1 Queen, Non Smoking

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

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About the neighborhood

Fort McMurray

A stay at Merit Hotel & Suites places you in the heart of Fort McMurray, steps from Keyano College and Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Heritage Park and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Northern Lights Regional Health Center.

What's nearby

  • Keyano College - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Heritage Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Peter Pond Mall - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rivers Casino - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Village Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Merit Hotel & Suites

Merit Hotel & Suites offers 160 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 160 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional amenities at this hotel include a fireplace in the lobby, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a ballroom.
You can enjoy a meal at Dragon Billiards serving the guests of Merit Hotel & Suites, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dragon Billiards - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 center

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
  • Elevator
  • 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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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-authorize 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 15 years old are only allowed in the fitness facility with adult supervision
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

Merit Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 628 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 628 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 628 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 628 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 628 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and friendly and kind. Hotel and room were very clean.I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an enjoyable stay. Would be nice to have curtains close completely for night time to keep it dark.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. The kitchenette suite was good, a lot of room. The gym has a lot of work out equipment available.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, good parking, the only complaint that I have is that there was no drinking water provided in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Waylon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking for larger vehicles is a bit of a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the areas around the room were clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. I wanted a taxi, and one was called for me. Restaurants were close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice an clean, awesome staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in Lady was soooo nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geetu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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