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Prime Hotel

Stay at Prime Hotel in Fort McMurray featuring free Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, pet-friendly rooms, and kitchens in some rooms. Close to local attractions and airport.

10131 Franklin Ave, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2K8, Canada View on map
7/10
Good Based on 52 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Air-conditioned Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced stay with accommodating staff and good value

Guests appreciate the helpful service, clean spacious rooms, and convenient downtown location, while noting ongoing renovations and some dated features. The hotel is well suited for travelers prioritizing value and pet-friendly policies.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating staff, especially helpful front desk service.
  • Spacious, clean rooms offering good comfort for the price.
  • Free breakfast and convenient underground heated parking, appreciated in winter.
  • Pet-friendly policy and some rooms equipped with kitchens.
  • Flexible check-in times without strict afternoon restrictions.

Worth knowing

  • The hotel is currently undergoing renovations, which may affect some services and aesthetics.
  • Rooms show signs of age with outdated furniture, carpeting, and occasional maintenance issues.
  • No onsite restaurant, fitness center, pool, or airport shuttle available.
  • Housekeeping is every other day, not daily.
  • Parking is limited; underground parking is available but may fill quickly.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking budget-friendly accommodation in a central location close to attractions
  • Travelers with pets looking for pet-friendly lodging options
  • Guests needing spacious rooms with kitchenettes for longer stays
  • Winter travelers benefiting from heated underground parking
  • Visitors valuing helpful staff and flexible policies over luxury amenities
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About this property

Welcome to Prime Hotel

Prime Hotel is a 3.5-star property located at 10131 Franklin Ave in Fort McMurray, Alberta. It offers practical accommodations with a focus on comfort and convenience for visitors interested in sightseeing and local recreation. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and free parking, including heated underground parking that is appreciated during colder months. While some rooms feature kitchens and air conditioning, the property is currently undergoing renovations, which guests should consider when booking.

The hotel’s atmosphere is straightforward and functional, with a smoke-free policy and pet-friendly options available. Although there is no on-site restaurant, guests can explore nearby dining options within a short distance. Reviewers often praise the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff, citing attentive service as a highlight of their stays. Some feedback notes that furnishings and decor are somewhat dated and that certain amenities, such as thermostats and carpeting, show signs of wear.

Prime Hotel is well situated for those looking to explore local attractions like the Oil Sands Discovery Centre, McDonald Island, and the Rivers Casino & Entertainment Centre. Proximity to Fort McMurray International Airport, approximately a 20-minute drive away, adds to the property's accessibility. The surrounding area features several other hotels, providing alternatives within close range.

The property tends to appeal to travelers seeking affordable accommodation with essential comforts rather than luxury. Guests traveling with pets or those needing flexible stay arrangements have found it to be a suitable choice. Overall, the hotel suits visitors who prioritize location and practical amenities, and who are comfortable with a property that is in transition due to ongoing updates.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kitchens in some rooms
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MB
Miranda Brown Apr 18, 2026
10

Room was great for the price. Huge room, comfy, clean. Just a little old. Towels had couple holes but still big and fluffy. Carpets are old. But the breakfast and the staff are amazing! So don't book expecting too class but it's well worth the money

DS
D Stewart Apr 04, 2026
8.0

Great place , I decided to stay 2 nights lol, good front desk service. Only complaint would be the minimal parking, it's under ground which was nice,and that they were under renovation, no signage up to find the hotel.They still served a bagged breakfast due to Renos, it was ok. Definitely recommend a stay ,price was definitely right. Oh and they actually had a couple water bottles in the fridge for ya, that was nice.

AS
Andrew Stewart Mar 26, 2026
10

Stayed here for 4 nights for work while trying to find a house to rent. They let me and my 2 large dogs stay for a good rate and even provided a covered well lit parking spot for my oversized truck that won't fit in the parkade. The air-conditioning in our room broke on day 3 and they moved me to another room the same quality the next day. Overall very accommodating given my situation. I booked for another 3 days to finish my rotation.

GB
Gunner Brock Mar 19, 2026
10

The young lady at the front desk is amazing. I believe her name is Trisha. She was a saint helping me find some take out when I'm all by myself and 1st time in Fort McMurray. She is so polite, and when a homeless lady started to scare me when I was coming back, she immediately intervened and solved the issue with such professionalism. I was so impressed. This young lady needs a raise or a promotion. Thank you, Trisha, for making my stay safe and fun . I will definitely be back, and I have already told work to send our people here.

RL
Randy LaRoche Mar 15, 2026
8.0

Enjoying my stay at the Podollan Inn, rooms are clean & spacious, staff are friendly and helpful. The included hot breakfast is great with bacon or sausage, hash browns, scrambled eggs, toast, fresh fruit, cereal juice and coffee. The Pub is closed but there are lots of great dining and lounge choices within a block or two. Downtown location is very convenient with easy access to highway 63. Heated underground parking is awesome in the winter.

SH
Spencer Havig Mar 08, 2026
8.0

Hotel is under renovation. No restaurant in building. Photos are not accurate. Rooms are clean and staff are extremely helpful. Overall a good place to stay for the price. Heated under ground parking a great bonus for winter months. I would stay again for sure. Once renovations are complete should be a very good hotel. My rating is based on pre-reno, please judge for yourself. Never take anyone's opinion, without investigating yourself.

DB
David Brown Mar 05, 2026
10

Very nice, clean hotel and has a unique feature that you can check in at any time (it is not specific to 3pm rule). Price through online booking is the best in this region. Rooms are clean, washroom and coffee make available with big screen tv! I would definitely recommend it to everyone looking for a great place for short or long stay.

IB
IR B Feb 28, 2026
8.0

This used to be Podollan inns, now under a new ownership amd called Prime Hotel. Property is decent although needs some upgrades. Most rooms have older thermostats which hardly work at times. Furniture is definitely outdated. Housekeeping is every other day which was great. In Regards to the stay I have to say that the stay was good, due to the very fact that staff is very kind, helpful and understanding. Had an issue with my room which was taken care of the same day, even though I was told it'd be the next day which was great. So kudos to the front desk agent on Sun April 10th. Complimentary Breakfast is served each morning which was great, although needs to be switched. It's the same thing everyday; scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hasbrowns and toast. A different variety would be good. The Filipino lady working in the breakfast area is full of live and uplifting ENERGY. Awesome and funny lady, she made a good morning talk lol. Overall the stay is worth it given the price of the stay !!!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Prime Hotel

Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Fort McMurray Ticket Office 6 min Walk
  • Franklin Avenue Beside Morrison 2 min Walk
  • Franklin Avenue Before Richard S 1 min Walk
  • Fort McMurray International Airport 20 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Alberta. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

McDonald Island 18 reviews

McDonald Island

Fort McMurray, AB T9H 5E9, Canada

4 · Island
Rivers Casino & Entertainment Centre 632 reviews

Rivers Casino & Entertainment Centre

9825 Hardin St, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4G9, Canada

3.7 · Casino
Oil Sands Discovery Centre 308 reviews

Oil Sands Discovery Centre

515 MacKenzie Blvd, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4X3, Canada

4.5 · Museum
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