Aurora Inn has twenty non-smoking rooms, including queen rooms, twin rooms, king suites with jacuzzi tubs, and triple rooms for groups. All rooms have free WiFi, cable TV, direct telephone access, private bathrooms with hairdryers, and alarm clocks. Select rooms feature mountain views or a spa bath.
Dining at Aurora Inn
The onsite restaurant serves wood-fired barbecue with a Northern flare, including slow-cooked ribs, pulled pork, Alaska salmon, and Arctic char. Vegetarian options are available. Guests can dine indoors or on the covered outdoor patio.
Northern Lights & Activities
Dawson City offers prime Northern Lights viewing between late August to October and February to early April. The hotel provides updates on Aurora Borealis activity. Nearby outdoor activities include snowshoeing and exploring the Klondike gold country.
Location & Transport
Aurora Inn is at the corner of 5th Avenue and Harper Street, 360 meters from Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Casino. Nearby landmarks include the Dawson City Museum (0.5 km) and Jack London's Cabin (0.3 km). Free airport shuttles are available for Air North flights; other transfers cost $16 per person.
Services & Hospitality
The hotel offers a roundtrip airport shuttle, a common area with free newspapers, and coffee/tea. Owners Steve and Tracy Nordick provide local insights on Dawson City's history. Guests arriving outside reception hours must notify the hotel in advance.
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602 Front Street Dawson Historical Complex National Historic Site of Canada
Commissioner's Residence
1000 ft
Dawson City
Klondike National Historic Site
900 ft
Gallery
Danoja Zho Cultural Centre
900 ft
Dawson
Bonanza Creek
900 ft
Church
St. Paul's Anglican Church
1800 ft
Casinos
Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Hall
900 ft
Church
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church
1800 ft
902 Second Ave
Klondike Institute of Art and Culture
1100 ft
Events
Palace Grand Theatre
1900 ft
Second Ave
Klondike Spirit
900 ft
895 Third Ave
Red Feather Saloon
900 ft
4 Ave
Fort Herchmer Buildings
900 ft
Restaurants
Bonanza Market
1400 ft
2nd Avenue & Princess Street
Riverwest Bistro
1900 ft
958 Front Street
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
9.2
Location
8.8
Service
8.4
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 5 reviews
8.9
8.9/10 based on 128 reviews
William
United States of America,
February
2025
5.6/10
My stay at Aurora Inn was generally very good, though I was a bit disappointed by the lack of breakfast options this time. The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable, which made up for some of the minor issues. I appreciated the quirky charm of the coffee maker and TV, but a little guidance on their use would have been helpful.
Rooms
8.0
My room was spacious, warm, and very clean, featuring a comfy bed with a nice rustic look. The only drawback was that it lacked a fridge.
Service
7.0
The family running the inn were incredibly friendly and made me feel at home, even arranging transport to the airport. However, I did feel the front desk staff could have been a bit more welcoming when discussing the breakfast situation.
Location
9.0
The location was great, set back from the busiest street but still within walking distance to all the sites I wanted to visit, making it a perfect base for exploring Dawson City.
Dining
6.0
While the inn had a restaurant, it was closed during my stay, which was a bit unfortunate since breakfast was also unavailable. I only discovered the breakfast situation upon arriving the first morning.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent with a mudroom and a cozy kitchen area where I could access hot drinks anytime, but the absence of breakfast service was disappointing.
Jimmy
United States of America,
February
2025
6.2/10
I had a lovely time at the Aurora Inn. the owners were genuinely warm and welcoming. The rooms were bright, spacious, and very clean, which made for a comfortable stay. I enjoyed the convenient location, being able to walk to various attractions. although I wished there was breakfast offered since it was early in the season.
Rooms
10.0
My room was big, bright, and clean. the bed was really comfortable. It felt cozy and homey, not boring at all.
Service
10.0
The owners were incredibly friendly and helpful. they provided me with local insights about where to eat and what to see.
Location
10.0
The location was central, easy to walk everywhere in town. although it might be a bit remote in winter, it wasn’t an issue at all for me.
Dining
8.0
I loved having a restaurant in the hotel. the homemade bread was a delicious touch. It created a friendly atmosphere for guests to connect.
Facilities
8.0
There was a nice kitchen area downstairs for making hot drinks. I appreciated the added convenience.
Catherine
United States of America,
February
2025
7.2/10
I had a decent stay at the Aurora Inn. The room was clean and quiet, which I appreciated, but there were a few drawbacks. The strict policy of having to take off my shoes upon entering was quite frustrating, especially when I needed to grab something from my room. Additionally, there wasn't any breakfast service during my stay, which I wish I had known beforehand. Overall, it had its perks, but some inconveniences kept it from being a top experience. 😕
Rooms
8.0
My room was very clean and quiet, with a comfortable mattress that provided a good night's sleep, although a bathroom hook would have been useful.
Service
5.0
While I found some staff to be welcoming, I had an uncomfortable experience with a staff member who was quite strict about the shoe policy, making me feel a bit unwelcome.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect, set back from the busiest street but still within walking distance to all the sites I wanted to see. It felt like a home away from home.
Dining
5.0
I was disappointed to find out that there was no breakfast available during my stay, which would have been a nice touch after a long day of exploring.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel provided basic amenities, including coffee, but lacked other facilities that would enhance the stay.
Kent
United States of America,
December
2024
5.4/10
I had a fantastic stay at Aurora Inn! The room was spacious and beautifully appointed, with a cozy bathroom that had endless hot water. The location was convenient, just a couple of blocks from the main attractions, and the service was really good throughout my visit. I truly felt welcomed and cared for. 😊
Rooms
10.0
The room was bright, clean, and roomy, with great decor and thoughtful touches. The bathroom was quaint and comfortable.
Service
10.0
The staff were tremendously friendly and went out of their way to ensure everyone's comfort, making me feel like a valued guest.
Location
9.0
Although it's not in the exact center of everything, the inn is just a short walk to the main attractions, which was excellent for my needs.
Dining
10.0
The restaurant served delicious food, with a wonderful atmosphere for dining, especially appreciated after a day of exploring.
Facilities
8.0
Facilities provided included a newspaper service, which was a nice touch, although I didn't make use of the shuttle.
Doug
United States of America,
November
2024
5.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at the Aurora Inn in Dawson City. The inviting atmosphere and friendly service truly made me feel at home. While the location is a short walk from downtown, I appreciated the peace and quiet. However, I found that the absence of blackout curtains made it a bit tricky to get a full night's sleep during the summer.
Rooms
10.0
My room was spacious and comfortably appointed, featuring a walk-in shower with endless hot water. I also loved the thoughtful touches, like a clean rag provided for cleaning shoes.
Service
10.0
The staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. They even offered me a first-floor room without me asking when they noticed the stairs were difficult for me.
Location
8.0
The Inn was close to downtown, making it easy to explore. Though not exactly in the center of everything, being just a couple of blocks away wasn’t an issue for me.
Dining
10.0
The adjoining restaurant served some of the best meals I've had in a long time. I particularly enjoyed the delicious mac and cheese and the very nice brownie for dessert.
Facilities
9.0
There was a convenient kitchenette area where I could help myself to coffee and tea whenever I wanted, which was a nice touch for guests like me.
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