THE DOWNTOWN, A COAST HOTEL DAWSON CITY | Stay downtown in Dawson City

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1026 Second Avenue, Dawson City, Canada, Y0B 1G0

The Downtown, A Coast Hotel - Historic 3-star hotel near S.S. Keno National Historic Site

Located in the heart of Dawson City, The Downtown, a Coast Hotel is a 3-star property with historic Gold Rush-era decor. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, and an on-site restaurant, the Sourdough Saloon, home of the famous Sourtoe Cocktail. Guests have access to a business center, guest laundry facilities, and free airport shuttle service. The property is within walking distance of historic sites maintained by Parks Canada, including Dredge 4 and the Gold Room Historic Sites. The hotel features a conference center and meeting rooms for business travelers.

Additional perks of the hotel

- Free roundtrip airport shuttle for scheduled commercial flights - Pet-friendly accommodations for an additional fee ($30 per pet per day) - On-site gift shop with souvenirs and basic snacks - Coin-operated laundry facilities ($3 per wash, $2 per dry) - ATM machine and currency exchange at the front desk - Free daily manager's reception - Barbecue grill and business center with computer - Block heater car plug-ins available

Rooms

The hotel offers 50 air-conditioned guestrooms with premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces. Room types include the Coast Two Doubles Annex with two double beds, the Coast Queen with one queen bed, and the Coast Two Queens with two queen beds. Accessible rooms feature grab bars, a lower bathroom sink, and two queen beds. Premium options include the Coast Premium King with a deep soaking bathtub and the Coast Premium King Suite. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, a 32” TV, a mini fridge, a coffeemaker, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Other conveniences

- Triple-sheeted beds for added comfort - Large-format liquid soap and shampoo in bathrooms - Free in-room Starbucks coffee and tea - Work desk with lamp in all rooms - Microwave available in common area - Vending machines with snacks and drinks on both floors - Ice machine on the second floor

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Double Room

Max:

4 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Center

Dawson City700 ft

Airports

Dawson (YDA) 11.0 mi

Eagle (EAA) 145.2 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Pool tables
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Free airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Live entertainment

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

1026 Second Avenue, Dawson City, Canada, Y0B 1G0

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1026 Second Avenue, Dawson City, Canada, Y0B 1G0

City landmarks

Museums

Jack London s Cabin and Interpretive Centre

3600 ft

Museums

Dawson City Museum

2700 ft

Dome Road

Midnight Dome

1.5 mi

4 Ave

Fort Herchmer Buildings

2300 ft

Dawson City

Paddlewheel Graveyard

1.5 mi

Benson Creek

1.4 mi

Bonanza Creek Road Upper

Dredge No. 4

2.3 mi

New Dome Rd

Midnight Dome Viewpoint

2.2 mi

Nearby

Museums

S.S. Keno National Historic Site of Canada

1300 ft

Church

St. Paul's Anglican Church

300 ft

602 Front Street Dawson Historical Complex National Historic Site of Canada

Commissioner's Residence

1800 ft

Dawson City

Klondike National Historic Site

1300 ft

Gallery

Danoja Zho Cultural Centre

1100 ft

Dawson

Bonanza Creek

800 ft

Casinos

Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Hall

1300 ft

Church

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church

900 ft

Museums

Dawson City Firefighters Museum

1500 ft

902 Second Ave

Klondike Institute of Art and Culture

600 ft

Events

Palace Grand Theatre

600 ft

Second Ave

Klondike Spirit

600 ft

895 Third Ave

Red Feather Saloon

700 ft

Restaurants

The Drunken Goat Taverna

400 ft

950 Second Ave Box 985

Joe's Wood Fired Pizza

300 ft

978 2nd Avenue

Sourdough Joe's

800 ft

Front Street

Klondike Kate's Restaurant

800 ft

1102 3rd Ave

Triple J Hotel Restaurant

1100 ft

5th Ave

Alchemy Cafe

1100 ft

878 3rd Ave

Belinda's Casual Dining and Lounge

1700 ft

5th & Harper Streets

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

82%

loved it & would return

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.6

Location

8.8

Service

7.6

Dining

8.6

Leon

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers a clean and comfortable stay with excellent Wi-Fi, but the rooms can get too hot at night. The location is perfect for exploring Dawson City on foot, and the dining experience is delightful at the Jack London Grill.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, the bed was comfortable, and the towels provided were adequate. The free Wi-Fi was excellent, but the room temperature required opening the window multiple times during the night. Equipped with a mini fridge, TV, and coffee maker.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and assertive.

Location

9.0

The hotel's central location in Dawson City allowed us to easily explore all key places on foot, making sightseeing very convenient.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at the Jack London Grill was wonderful with delicious meals that made us not want to eat anywhere else. There were even unused coupons for the bar provided.

Facilities

7.0

Bernard

United States of America, February 2024

8.0/10

The hotel was a bit crowded but surprisingly quiet. The rooms were fine, nothing remarkable. I appreciated that they allowed pets, though. The service was indifferent at times, but the staff were pleasant and loved sharing their knowledge of living in Dawson. The location was excellent, making it easy to walk everywhere in town. The dining experience was delicious, and I didn't feel the need to eat elsewhere. Overall, a good stay worth the cost.

Rooms

7.0

Service

7.0

Despite some indifferent moments, the staff were pleasant and enthusiastic about Dawson.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in the heart of Dawson, making it convenient for exploring the town.

Dining

9.0

The dining was awesome and very tasty. I recommend trying the meals at the Jack London Grill.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

John

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms had some issues with the cooling system, but I was quickly provided with a much better, cleaner room. The king bed was comfortable, but it was very hot with no AC available.

Rooms

7.0

The room I initially had some issues with the cooling system, but after requesting a new room, I was promptly provided with a much better and cleaner one. The king bed was comfortable and the room was quiet.

Service

6.0

The service was mostly nice, especially the gentleman who checked us in. However, there were instances where the staff seemed unsure and took a bit longer to assist us. Overall, they were friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was great, within walking distance to all key places in Dawson. Being in the Yukon, it was convenient to explore everything in Dawson City easily.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, with all meals being of high quality. I particularly enjoyed the meals at the Jack London Grill. However, I missed out on using the coupons for the bar due to time constraints.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay. Despite some minor issues, they were well-maintained and functional.

Donald

United States of America, August 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful. The rooms were clean and spacious, offering complimentary coffee and tea. The hotel was quiet, but I found the prices a bit on the higher side, especially for a more hostel-like feel at $200.00 per night.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the clean and great-sized rooms with comfortable beds.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for exploring Dawson City, being central to all the attractions and within walking distance of restaurants and tourist sites.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was wonderful, and all the meals at the hotel were so delicious that I didn't feel the need to eat elsewhere.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.

James

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel rooms were spacious, very clean, and overlooked a courtyard, but the need to keep the blinds closed for privacy was a bit of a drawback. The restaurant was user-friendly with good food offerings.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and very clean, with complimentary coffee and tea. They seemed well-appointed and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff were awesome and showed great understanding towards the client.

Location

7.0

The hotel was within walking distance to everything, making it very convenient. However, the noise from the alley was bothersome at night.

Dining

8.0

The meals at the Jack London Grill were delicious, and the overall dining experience was pretty good. I regret not using the bar coupons.