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Bear Mountain Motel


208 Mountainview Rd. | (formerly El Cortez), Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta T0K 2M0, Canada
Best fare found from Philadelphia to Calgary: $518

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69% Recommend
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1 of 5 stars
SimonLCC   1 contribution
Vancouver
Nov 22, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

I was assured that I'd have wireless internet, but no! You have to be within 20 feet of the hub which is located in the reception area. Friendly receptionist allowed me to share her desk for awhile but the fact remains that they advertise internet access and it doesn't exist. more

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1 of 5 stars
drong   1 contribution
canada
Nov 18, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Friends getaway

smelly, old, stiflingly, small rooms. Places can be cute and full of character but this place is too old- far better to leave it alone, put it out of its misery and go to other hotels for not much more cost. Noisy guests next door- management let them stay . Got free night - that is all its worth. more

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5 of 5 stars
snowfe   3 contributions
New York
Oct 18, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

We stayed 2 nights in a 2-room unit. It was clean, neat, and the perfect amount of privacy for 3 people (1 couple and 1 single). The price ($90 CAD) for the 2-rooms was an excellent value. The motel is very close to all shops, restaurants, and bars, plus the gorgeous lake. Management was friendly and helpful. Only negative is... more

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4 of 5 stars
dave1545   5 contributions
Alberta
Aug 28, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Older motel, charming in the fact that it is dated and great value. Close to everything in town and the water ( though everything is ). Price of motel is 1/2 the price of most other motels in town. Friendly staff, clean rooms. However a couple things to note. 1) the walls are paper thin, our small children were asleep... more

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4 of 5 stars
4friends09   4 contributions
north carolina
Aug 22, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Location was near town and good for walking. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Coffe, tea and hot chocolate was available in lobby. Old but clean. more

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3 of 5 stars
Johan_Whistler   15 contributions
Arizona
Aug 20, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

This is by far the cheapest option in town and just fine for a night or two. Staff is super friendly! Bed was one of the most comfortable hotel beds I have slept on in long time. While definitely outdated and basic, it was very clean and just fine for our one night there. more

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4 of 5 stars
Crackerjack7   71 contributions
Chicago area, IL
Jul 23, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

When checking into where to stay for 3 nights in Waterton this small and very affordable place came up. It is very basic and and an older hotel. However, they just refurnished the insides with new linen and beds… I Felt that the place was clean. The best part was the cost – with less than a $100 a night... more

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4 of 5 stars
Tenderfeet   4 contributions
Minneapolis Mn
Sep 14, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
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We drove into town with no reservations and stayed here because it was by far the least expensive place we found. Don't be turned off by the motel's "street appeal" -- our room was clean and comfortable. It's a funny little place, VERY basic -- walls are concrete block, bathrooms are tiny, televisions are antiques -- but the bed was... more

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4 of 5 stars
md29nyc   6 contributions
Mount Airy, MD
Sep 7, 2008
2
people found this review helpful

Charming hotel in the middle of Waterton Village. Decent bed, shower in a compact setting. Great for a long weekend. TVs are in room, but old style with turning knob to change stations. We thought it was great b/c it was a little like stepping back in time. Anyway, helpful and friendly staff, clean and quaint rooms, and within walking... more

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3 of 5 stars
poolmom   5 contributions
calgary alberta
Dec 17, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
3
people found this review helpful

My husband and I stayed here summer "07. It was basic but comfortable and the least expensive in Waterton. Room was very small with one queen size bed (new) which was very comfortable. There was a small desk with 19inch TV with only about 3 channels. Washroom just has a shower but it works fine. There are a couple lawnchairs... more

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Address: 208 Mountainview Rd. | (formerly El Cortez), Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta T0K 2M0, Canada