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.
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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.
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
739 meters (0.5 ft) from Bush Pilots MonumentAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
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our room comfortably accommodated 2 adults and 2 teensit has a very comfortable queen bed and a pull out futonmo's sunrise suite on the bay is a unique stylish and comfortable space to enjoy the yellowknife bay lifestyleCleanliness:
very clean rooms and beds were comfortablemonique's boathouse is clean and comfythe suite is comfortable very clean and perfectly stockedit was such a fun and wonderful experience staying at mo's her place is very quaint comfortable and cleanHost:
monique was an amazing hosthe was friendly and helpful whenever we had questionsshe was so friendly and easy goingand monique was a great hostmonique was very communicative and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
close to town but very peaceful & privatemo’s sunrise house boat is on an amazing locationthe location was awesome and staying at a boathouse on a frozen lake was a great experiencewe stayed in the winter so it was really easy to walk to place in oldtowntruly a place to get away from everything and enjoy nature
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.
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
10.35 km (6.5 mi) from Bush Pilots MonumentAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
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the floating (well frozen) lodge is comfortable warm and wonderfully keptCleanliness:
the room was warm and cozy and the house was clean and so nice to wake up toHost:
steph and allyce were amazing hostsstephan was a wonderful hosthe was quiet helpful and attentiveamazing host a true friend you can make and a wonderful familystephan and allyce are wonderful hosts very kind and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for aurorathe location of the boat house was greatthe lodge is at the great location for aurorastephan is what makes this place specialbest location to see northernlight in yellowknife
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.
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
10.18 km (6.4 mi) from Bush Pilots MonumentAccommodates: 2
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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