Top 3 Airbnb Houseboats In Yellowknife, Canada - Updated 2024

Celia
Celia 
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Walk on the wild side in Yellowknife, the capital and largest community of the Northwest Territories, Canada. Sitting on the banks of the Great Slave Lake, the remote city is famously one of the best places to see the northern lights. In wintertime, adventurers from all over the world trek to this outdoor paradise to watch the dazzling lights dance across the sky. Trekking, dog sledding, skiing, snowmobiling, and other outdoor sports are also popular activities in Yellowknife. Beyond the allure of the wilderness, Yellowknife has a surprisingly artsy spirit. If you want accommodations as unique as the city, book a houseboat for a floating home away from home. Keep reading to discover the top Airbnb houseboats in Yellowknife, Canada, and nearby towns.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 28, 2024.

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1. Vibrant floating guesthouse

Anchored on the picture-perfect Houseboat Bay, this houseboat is an artsy space that offers idyllic off-the-grid accommodations for up to three travelers. If you’re in town for the northern lights, the vacation rental is an exceptional place to enjoy the strange and wonderful phenomena. Simply sit back and relax on the deck to watch blue, green, purple, and pink lights dance across the nighttime sky. Inside, the houseboat features two open-concept studio suites. Each one is completely separate, featuring an ultra-plush bed, a comfy sofa bed, a well-appointed bathroom, and a fully equipped private kitchen.

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Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
739 meters (0.5 ft) from Bush Pilots Monument
52 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 2 Beds 3 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
our room comfortably accommodated 2 adults and 2 teens
it has a very comfortable queen bed and a pull out futon
mo's sunrise suite on the bay is a unique stylish and comfortable space to enjoy the yellowknife bay lifestyle
Cleanliness:
very clean rooms and beds were comfortable
monique's boathouse is clean and comfy
the suite is comfortable very clean and perfectly stocked
it was such a fun and wonderful experience staying at mo's her place is very quaint comfortable and clean
Host:
monique was an amazing host
he was friendly and helpful whenever we had questions
she was so friendly and easy going
and monique was a great host
monique was very communicative and responsive
Location:
close to town but very peaceful & private
mo’s sunrise house boat is on an amazing location
the location was awesome and staying at a boathouse on a frozen lake was a great experience
we stayed in the winter so it was really easy to walk to place in oldtown
truly a place to get away from everything and enjoy nature
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2. Secluded lodge on Vee Lake (from USD 159)

Found 20 minutes away from Yellowknife, this cozy 2-bedroom houseboat is set on Vee Lake. Good for four to eight people, it’s an off-the-grid guest retreat that’s perfect for vacations. It comes with a kitchen, a bar, and a welcoming lounge with a wood-burning fireplace. Its bedrooms are small but comfortable, featuring a queen-size bed and a personal heater. Guests can enjoy access to the main floor, where all of these areas are found. The front and back deck areas are ideal for watching the northern lights. Hiking trails and lakes for swimming, fishing, and canoeing are nearby. In wintertime, this landscape transforms into a snowy wonderland for snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and other winter sports.

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Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
10.35 km (6.5 mi) from Bush Pilots Monument
73 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in houseboat 5 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the floating (well frozen) lodge is comfortable warm and wonderfully kept
Cleanliness:
the room was warm and cozy and the house was clean and so nice to wake up to
Host:
steph and allyce were amazing hosts
stephan was a wonderful host
he was quiet helpful and attentive
amazing host a true friend you can make and a wonderful family
stephan and allyce are wonderful hosts very kind and friendly
Location:
great location for aurora
the location of the boat house was great
the lodge is at the great location for aurora
stephan is what makes this place special
best location to see northernlight in yellowknife
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3. Relaxing private room for two (from USD 157)

For a mesmerizing northern lights experience, you can’t go wrong with a private room in this Vee Lake houseboat. From the residence, one only has to step outside to see the breathtaking wonder of aurora borealis. Guests can also hang out in the lounge, which offers a wood-burning fireplace perfect for cool Canadian nights. This houseboat is only a 20-minute trip from Yellowknife, making it a great choice for travelers who want to stay near all the action.

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Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
10.18 km (6.4 mi) from Bush Pilots Monument
22 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in houseboat 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Host:
stephen and allyce were great hosts
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An amazing escape in the Northern Territories

Discover your personal slice of paradise in Yellowknife, Canada, a city that’s home to a great assortment of private rentals where you can enjoy the northern lights. A houseboat is a private retreat that puts you in the heart of nature. For a memorable getaway, book these top Airbnb houseboats in Yellowknife, Canada.

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Celia Nachura, a freelance writer from the Philippines, consistently seeks fresh encounters, diverse cuisines, thrilling adventures, and compelling narratives in her travels.

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