Loading your guide…

Choice Hotels Canada · Pincher Creek, Alberta

Your Gateway to
the Canadian Rockies

Guest Directory & Concierge Guide

We're thrilled to have you as our guest. This guide has everything you need for a comfortable stay and unforgettable adventures in Southern Alberta.

Your Stay

Guest Information

Breakfast6:00–9:00 AMComplimentary · Lobby dining
Muffins, breads, bagels & coffee
Check-In3:00 PMEarly check-in on request
Subject to availability
Check-Out11:00 AMLate check-out available
Ask front desk
Front DeskDial 0Available 24/7
403-627-3341
Free Wi-Fi
Throughout property
Free Parking
Vehicles & trailers
Kitchenettes
Selected rooms · fridge, microwave
Climate Control
Individual A/C & heat
Flat-Screen TV
Cable · Fire TV in selected rooms
Ensuite Bathroom
Towels, toiletries & hairdryer
💡 Quick Tips
Ask about extended stay discounts at check-in
Ask about room availability & preferences at check-in
Wake-up calls, fax & printing at the front desk
Ice machine in the laundry room
Where to Eat

Dining Guide

☕ Coffee, Pop & Quick Bites
The Hut Café
Checking…
Local favourite for comfort food
🕐Mon–Sat · 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍766 Main St
📞403-632-2385
Try: Homemade soups, breakfast all day, fresh-baked pies
🗺️ Directions 📞 Call
What's Pop'n
Checking…
Local favourite for POP'N Drinks & snacks
🕐Tue–Sun · 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📍815 Main St
Try: Golden Hour, specialty pop, local treats
🗺️ Directions
🍕 Casual Dining
Antonio's Pizza
Since 1994Checking…
Local institution — authentic Italian
🕐Sun–Thu 4 PM – 9 PM · Fri–Sat 4 PM – 10 PM
📍695 Charlotte St
📞403-627-2898
Try: The Greek pizza, donairs
🗺️ Directions 📞 Call
Pizza Hut
Checking…
Delivery available to the hotel
🕐Daily · 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
📍970 Main St
📞403-627-5590
📞 Order Now
🍴 Sit-Down Restaurants
Fuzion Bar & Grill
2-min walkChecking…
Steaks, burgers & craft cocktails
🕐Mon–Thu 11–10 · Fri–Sat 11–11 · Sun 12–9
📍979 Waterton Ave
📞403-627-5221
Try: Alberta beef steaks, gourmet burgers, weekend specials
🗺️ Directions 📞 Call
Soo Sushi
Reserve aheadChecking…
Excellent sushi in the mountains
🕐Tue–Fri 11–2 & 4–8:30 · Sat–Mon Evening Only
📍1303 Veteran's St
📞403-627-5557
Try: Dynamite rolls, salmon sashimi, teriyaki
🗺️ Directions 📞 Call
Boston Pizza
Checking…
Family-friendly · Great for groups & kids
🕐Daily · 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
📍1130 Table Mountain St
📞403-627-2787
🗺️ Directions 📞 Call
The Grill at Heritage Inn
Checking…
Classic Canadian fare — all day dining
🕐Daily · 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
📞403-627-5000
🗺️ Directions 📞 Call
💡 Dining Tips
Smaller-town hours vary Sundays & Mondays — always call ahead
Most restaurants within a 5-minute drive from the hotel
Takeout available at most locations · many licensed for beer & wine
Adventures & Attractions

Things to Do

⭐ Must Visit · UNESCO World Heritage Site

Waterton Lakes
National Park

Where the prairies meet the peaks. Don't miss Cameron Falls, the iconic 1927 Prince of Wales Hotel, Red Rock Canyon, and 200+ km of trails with bears, deer & bighorn sheep.

Cameron Falls Prince of Wales Hotel Red Rock Canyon Drive 200+ km of Trails Wildlife Viewing Boat Tour to Montana

💡 Gas up first · Pack layers · $12.25/adult · $24.50/family · Parks Canada ↗

🗺️ Get Directions
In Town

Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village

Authentic pioneer buildings, blacksmith shop, schoolhouse & First Nations artifacts.

Tue–Sat · May–SepAdults $10 · Family $25
🗺️ Directions
In Town

Pincher Creek Golf Club

Scenic 18-hole course with stunning mountain backdrop. Pro shop & cart rentals.

May–October$50–75 per round
🗺️ Directions
In Town

Lebel Mansion Art Gallery

Art gallery in a beautiful 1910 historic home. Rotating local & regional artist exhibits.

Wed–Sun 12–5Free admission
🗺️ Directions
26 km · 20 min

Lundbreck Falls

Beautiful 12-metre waterfall on Crowsnest River. Great for photos & picnics.

Year-round · FREE30–60 min visit
🗺️ Directions
60 km · 45 min

Frank Slide Interpretive Centre

The dramatic 1903 rockslide. Interactive exhibits & walking trail through the slide.

Daily May–Oct · Mon closed off-seasonAdults $15
🗺️ Directions
47 km · 58 min

Castle Mountain Resort

Legendary powder skiing, 6+ m annual snowfall, minimal crowds. Summer biking & festivals.

Winter: Dec–AprSummer: Jun–Sep
🗺️ Directions
Nearby

Outdoor Recreation

Beauvais Lake Park (30 min), fly fishing on Pincher Creek, scenic Cowboy Trail (Hwy 22).

HikingFishingScenic Drives
🗺️ Beauvais Lake
15 km

Heritage Acres Farm Museum

Alberta agricultural heritage with vintage equipment, demonstrations & steam shows.

May–Sep Daily 10–5Adults $8
🗺️ Directions
🗺️ We Can Help Plan Your Day
Free maps & trail guides at the front desk
Check 511 Alberta before Waterton & Crowsnest Pass trips
Download offline maps — cell service is limited in the park
Travel guides available at front desk
Essentials

Local Services

Groceries & Supplies
Pincher Creek Co-op Food Store · 2 min from hotel
1300 Hewetson Ave · Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 9 AM–7 PM
403-627-2667
🗺️ Get Directions
Gas Stations
Co-op Gas Bar
1300 Hewetson Ave · 24/7 pay-at-pump
Full service · Propane available
Shell
1330 Wentworth Ave · 6 AM–10 PM · Car wash & air pump
Pharmacies
Rexall
789 Main St
🗺️ Directions
OSA Remedy's RX
Inside Co-op (1300 Hewetson Ave)
Flu shots & consultations · 403-904-2220
Transport
Hotel Ride Services
Fees apply · Limited distance & availability
Lethbridge Airport (YQL)
~1 hr east · Car rental on site
Calgary Airport (YYC)
~2.5 hrs north · All major carriers
Shopping
Pharmasave Koegler's
1334 Veterans St · Cosmetics, snacks · 403-627-2444
Downtown Main Street
Local boutiques & gift shops
Banking & Post
RBC Royal Bank
732 Main St · 403-627-4441
ATB Financial
1300 Hewetson Ave · 403-627-6259
ATMs
At RBC, ATB & Co-op
Canada Post
998 East Ave · Mon–Fri 9–5
⛽ Fill Up Before Day Trips
Gas stations are sparse between towns toward Waterton & Crowsnest Pass
Always fuel up in Pincher Creek before heading into remote areas
Coming Up

Local Events

August
Pincher Creek Pro Rodeo
Authentic cowboy culture and thrilling rodeo action — one of Southern Alberta's most beloved events.
August Long Weekend
Huckleberry Festival
Mountain celebration at Castle Mountain Resort — food, music & the local wild harvest. Book early!
Year-Round
Ask at Front Desk
Our staff know every local event, farmers' market, and community happening during your stay.
Guest Tools

Handy Tools

Currency Converter
CAD ↔ USD · Live rate
CAD
USD
Loading live rate…
💡 US Border Crossers
Most Canadian ATMs & merchants accept US cards
Inform your bank before crossing the border
Checkout Countdown
Check-out is 11:00 AM
Breakfast Timer
Daily 6:00–9:00 AM · Lobby
—
Loading…
🍳 Breakfast Menu
Hot eggs & bacon
Fresh pastries & cereals
Fresh fruit, yogurt, coffee & tea
Waterton Day Trip
Packing checklist
Tipping Guide
Canadian customs
Restaurant (sit-down)15–20%
Bar & cocktails15–18%
Coffee & takeout10–15%
Taxi / rideshare10–15%
Hotel housekeeping$2–5/night
Valet / bellhop$2–5
Tour guide10–15%
Tipping is customary but not mandatory in Canada. Groups of 6+ may have 18% gratuity added automatically — check your bill!
Contact Front Desk
We're here 24/7
📞
Call Front Desk
403-627-3341 · 24/7
 💬
Send SMS / Text
Text us at 403-432-0642
 📧
Email Us
info.econolodgepinchercreek@gmail.com
Border & Travel Info
For US guests crossing from Montana
🇺🇸 US Guests — Entry to Canada
Valid US passport required at all Canadian border crossings
Nearest crossing: Chief Mountain Port of Entry (seasonal, summer only)
Year-round option: Carway/Sweetgrass port (~1 hr from Waterton)
No advance application needed for US citizens — just your passport
Cell service: Roaming charges may apply — check with your carrier
Bring: passport, car registration, proof of insurance
🌐 Useful Links
Canada Border Services Agency ↗
511 Alberta Road Reports ↗
Parks Canada — Waterton ↗
Saved

Your Favourites

🤍

Nothing saved yet

Tap the 🤍 heart on any restaurant or attraction to save it here for quick access.

Plan Your Trip

Itinerary Builder

Available Stops

My Day Plan
0 stops added
📋

Add stops from the list on the left to build your itinerary

Personal

Your Notes

Jot down reminders, places to visit, or anything you want to remember during your stay. Saved locally on your device.

0 characters
More From Your Stay

Rewards & Upgrades

⭐
Choice Privileges
Earn points on every stay, redeemable for free nights at 7,000+ hotels worldwide. Members get exclusive rates.
Join Free
🛏️
Room Upgrades
Kitchenette suites and extended stay discounts may be available. Ask at the front desk about options!
Call Front Desk
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Enjoyed Your Stay?
Your review helps other travellers discover us. It takes 2 minutes and means everything to our team.
Leave a Review
We're Here 24/7

Need Anything?

Our team is always here to make your stay exceptional.

📞Call403-627-3341 ☎️From RoomDial 0 💬Text403-432-0642 ✉️Emailinfo.econolodge
pinchercreek@gmail.com 📍Address1049 Waterton Ave
Pincher Creek, AB
Enjoy your stay in the Canadian Rockies 🌲

Part of the Choice Hotels Canada family · ChoiceHotels.com

Econo Lodge Pincher Creek · 1049 Waterton Ave, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 · 403-627-3341

Designed & Built By
V
VERTEXLINEUP
Web Design · Copywriting · Business Plans