Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Waterton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Waterton

With a population of 88, Waterton is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waterton to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Waterton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Royal Stewart Dining Room (Ab - 5) and Red Rock Trattoria - Waterton Glacier Suites (107 Wind Flower Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Waterton

Waterton in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 86
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waterton in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 86
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waterton

Plane

Although Waterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lethbridge (YQL), which is located 64 miles from Waterton. Cranbrook is the most popular, with regular flights from WestJet, Air Canada, Pacific Coastal and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Waterton departs from Vancouver and takes around 3h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Waterton is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 138 miles from Waterton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Zoom Rent A Car, among others, in Calgary.

Plane

Although Waterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lethbridge (YQL), which is located 64 miles from Waterton. Cranbrook is the most popular, with regular flights from WestJet, Air Canada, Pacific Coastal and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Waterton departs from Vancouver and takes around 3h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Waterton is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 138 miles from Waterton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Zoom Rent A Car, among others, in Calgary.

Airports near Waterton

YXCCranbrook
YQLLethbridge

Airlines serving Waterton

Air Canada
Good (10,907 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,549 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,317 reviews)
Pacific Coastal
Excellent (22 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of Waterton

Most booked hotels in Waterton

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Prince of Wales Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 256+
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Kilmorey Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 132+
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Waterton Glacier Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 166+
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Aspen Village
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 97+
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Bayshore Inn & Spa
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 206+
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Waterton Lakes Lodge Resort
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 109+
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Renting a car in Waterton

Expect to pay C$ 1.97 per litre in Waterton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 23.60 and C$ 31.47.

Expect to pay C$ 1.97 per litre in Waterton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 23.60 and C$ 31.47.