when we pulled into the parking lot of the motel, i almost thought we'd come to the wrong place! it's unassuming from the outside, looking like a typical roadside motel, however the pictures are true to their description and the rooms are renovated, new and very boutique chic. my only real complaint is that the coffee maker still had coffee left in it from previous guests! the shower stall doors were also kind of streaky, like they'd been cleaned but not well. a/c in the room was great, however for some reason the thermostat was at full blast (30 degrees) when we entered the room! we had to use the a/c to counteract the thermostat. if you're driving through the city, the location is great, as it is right on the transcanada highway, restaurants are at least a 5 min drive away however. it is also (as we unfortunately had to learn) conveniently close to the Foothills Medical Hospital, in case something should happen during your stay, about a 7-10 min drive a little more east on the highway. breakfast is included, but don't expect much more than some cereal and oatmeal packets, there were a few apples and oranges but hardly a real hot breakfast.