Hotels in Ponoka, Alberta

Situated in the heart of oil, gas and cattle country sits the town of Ponoka, Alberta. Located along the Calgary-Edmonton corridor, Ponoka is located an hour south of Edmonton and two hours north of Calgary.

A haven for cowboys and farmers alike, Ponoka is known mostly for its annual summer Stampede Rodeo, held over the July 1 weekend. This town of 7,000 people explodes to a population between 30,000 to 40,000 during the rodeo.

Ponoka Stampeder Inn

For a truly western experience, you might want to check out the Stampeder Inn. All rooms include fridges and complimentary tea and coffee. A free continental style breakfast is provided every morning. Additional amenities include rooms with full kitchenettes, microwaves and a three double-bed option. The rooms run from 82 to 145 CAD a night, depending on your selection. Pets are allowed for an additional fee. If you are in town for the annual Rodeo, the hotel is conveniently located right in front of the Stampede grounds.

Ponoka Stampeder Inn
4215-63 Street
Ponoka, Alberta
Canada, T4J 1J8
(877) 783-5533 or (403) 783-5535
stampederinn.com/

Super 8 Ponoka

This hotel garnered an award for being one of the top Super 8s in the Canadian system. The rooms are spacious, and you can choose from executive suites to family suites. The family suites have a separate bedroom off the living room. Each room has its own TV and the living room features a fireplace. The Superstart breakfast buffet is free. A gym/exercise room is on site, adjacent to a pool complete with waterslide and whirlpool. You can bring your pet too, for an extra 15 CAD a day.

Super 8 Ponoka, AB
1 6707Hwy 53 West
Ponoka, AB
Canada, T4J 1K3
(403) 704-1177

Dino's Motor Inn

This private entrance motel is located right across from the Stampede grounds. All rooms provide a fridge, microwave, coffeepot and free wireless. Single accommodations cost 60 CAD a night while doubles average 80 CAD a night. The ownership also maintains a full menu restaurant right beside the inn.

Dino's Motor Inn
4403 Hwy 2A
Ponoka, Alberta
Canada, T4J 1J8
(403) 704-1300

Article Written By Caroline Carter

Caroline Carter is a freelance sports/health and fitness writer based in Alpharetta, Georgia. She worked for 15 years as a television/radio sports anchor/reporter in Canada. She covered many legendary sports franchises. Carter is also a licensed travel agent. She has a degree in broadcast journalism from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Calgary, Canada.

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