Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is proud to announce two remarkable honours: 1 MICHELIN Key 2025 distinction and Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers' Choice Awards. These international accolades recognize not only the hotel's enduring legacy of service and hospitality, but also Edmonton's growing place among Canada's top destinations for exceptional travel experiences.

Since 1915, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of Edmonton. Nestled above the river valley, the hotel's charm and elegance have earned it recognition as one of the city's beloved landmarks. The MICHELIN Guide describes its 1 Key award as “a very special stay,” recognizing hotels that offer character, individuality and service that goes above and beyond. In 2025, MICHELIN inspectors added five new top Canadian hotels to their list, four of which were Fairmont properties, including Fairmont Hotel Macdonald.

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award is especially meaningful, as it comes directly from guests who have shared moments and memories within the hotel's storied walls. From engagements overlooking the North Saskatchewan River Valley to, the business traveler who found comfort 2,000 miles away from home, these votes reflect the heartfelt connections guests have made at Edmonton's landmark hotel.

“This recognition is deeply personal for our team and for our city,” said Cole Millen, General Manager, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. “For more than a century, we've been proud to welcome travelers to Edmonton, offering experiences that celebrate our community's warmth and spirit. These awards are a testament to our colleagues who make special happen every day, and to the guests who continue to choose us as part of their journeys.

Following the hotel's 2024 transformative renovation, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald continues to blend timeless elegance with modern comfort, where the grandeur of history meets the heart of genuine hospitality.

With this dual recognition, Edmonton joins a growing list of destinations celebrated for their excellence in travel and hospitality, reaffirming that world-class experiences can be found right here in Alberta's capital.