The landscape view of River Valley near the Matrix Hotel

Discover Downtown Edmonton

Explore Our Neighborhood and Favorite Local Attractions

Centrally located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, Matrix Hotel is ideally situated for accessing business and leisure attractions. Some of the city’s best shopping, restaurants and nightlife are within walking distance of the hotel.

Alberta Legislature Grounds near Metterra Hotel on Whyte

Alberta Legislature Grounds

Experience the 23 hectares of parkland and the historical monuments that make up the Legislature as we know it today.

Read more
Distant view of Sir Winston Churchill Square near Metterra Hotel on Whyte

Edmonton City Hall

City Hall is an Edmonton landmark, the home of our civic leadership and a gathering place for the community.

Read more
Exterior view of Royal Alberta Museum near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Royal Alberta Museum

The Royal Alberta Museum is a museum of natural history and anthropology.

Read more
Exterior of Art Gallery of Alberta near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Art Gallery of Alberta

The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is the only museum in the province strictly devoted to the exhibition and preservation of art and visual culture.

Read more
Exterior of Shaw Conference Centre near Metterra Hotel on Whyte

Shaw Conference Centre

The Shaw Conference Centre is Edmonton`s premiere convention centre, an iconic place where people gather to learn, innovate, trade and celebrate.

Read more
Font view of Rogers Place near Metterra Hotel on Whyte

Rogers Place

Rogers Place is home ice for the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and WHL's Edmonton Oil Kings, and the epicentre of live entertainment in Edmonton.

Read more
Two Girls cycling on 4th Street Promenade near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

4th Street Promenade

A sophisticated neighbourhood in the heart of Edmonton that offers an urban atmosphere in which you can admire the arts, fine food, and unique boutiques.

Read more
124 Street logo image used near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

124 Street

The 124 Street area is one of Edmonton’s most vibrant shopping districts, and is home to some of the city’s finest restaurants, boutiques and galleries.

Read more
Exterior of Edmonton City Center near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Edmonton City Centre

Edmonton City Centre is your downtown destination of choice for shopping, dining and enjoying Edmonton's urban centre.

Read more
Logo of The Marc Restaurant near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

The Marc Restaurant

Traditional bistro fare. Honest, fresh and satisfying. The vibe is knowingly casual, but a smooth professionalism underpins service.

Read more
Logo of a Corso 32 Restaurant near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Corso 32

An intimate 34-seat restaurant located in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Corso employs local and seasonal ingredients to interpret traditional Italian dishes.

Read more
Logo of The Common Pub near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

The Common

The Common is a gastro-lounge where typical pub and comfort foods are elevated to uncommon heights.

Read more
The landscape view of River Valley near Metterra Hotel on Whyte

River Valley

As the largest urban park in Canada, with more than 160 kilometres of maintained pathways and 20 major parks, the River Valley is a natural wonder for all Edmontonians to be proud of.

Read more
Crowded area in William Hawrelak Park near Metterra Hotel on Whyte

William Hawrelak Park

William Hawrelak Park is a 68 hectare park in the river valley featuring a 5 hectare lake and open grassy areas.

Read more
People in Sir Winston Churchill Square near Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Sir Winston Churchill Square

Churchill Square is a great place to enjoy a relaxing lunch break, take a stroll with family and friends, or watch world-class performances and festivals year-round.

Read more