Courtyard by Marriott Edmonton DowntownvsGo Backbackers Hostel
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Go Backbackers Hostel is preferred by most writers compared to Courtyard Edmonton Downtown. Go Backbackers Hostel ranks #6 in Edmonton with positive reviews from 2 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Courtyard by Marriott Edmonton Downtown
 Lonely Planet
1 Thornton Court, 99th Street & Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2E7, Canada
From $56/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "A great way to get the same view as some of the more expensive places downtown; make sure you ask for a riverside room so you can take advantage of the stellar view." 
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A great way to get the same view as some of the more expensive places downtown; make sure you ask for a riverside room so you can take advantage of the stellar view.
Go Backbackers Hostel
 Lonely Planet
 Rough Guide
10209 - 100th Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0A1, Canada
From $0/night
 "In a new location just south of Jasper Ave, Go has more breathing space than the HI with four- to six-bed dorms, private rooms, a TV room, kitchen and on-site pub.
Our independent..." 
 "Cheerful downtown hostel with dorm beds and private rooms, all with private washrooms. It also has a sociable communal area with decent kitchen facilities."