Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort

Just west of Edmonton, Alberta, the Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort sits on a vast 49-acre estate suitable for business and leisure travelers. The property is connected to a sprawling casino that houses 50 table games and more than 1,000 slot machines. Living large on amenities is the name of the game at this Marriott, which entertains guests with two NHL-sized hockey rinks, an indoor pool and a gym. Once you work up an appetite, head to the Lobby Lounge, which offers Starbucks beverages as well as freshly prepared pastries. If you're looking to venture off the property grounds, consider grabbing a bite at Kitchen Buffet and Bistro, which serves international cuisines. After filling up, retire to your accommodations, which come furnished with a 32-inch TV, a minifridge and a rain shower. Previous guests especially laud the clean rooms and helpful staff, though they do caution the smell of smoke wafting through the air in the casino is pungent and inescapable. On the plus side, because the property is part of the Marriott family, Marriott Bonvoy members can cash in or accrue points here.