Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Medicine Hat travel guide

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You're Going to Love Medicine Hat

With a population of 63,138, Medicine Hat is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Medicine Hat has to offer.

Where to Eat in Medicine Hat

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Medicine Hat (2550 Box Springs Blvd NW) and Montana's BBQ & Bar - Medicine Hat (3292 Dunmore Rd SE) are great picks.

When to visit Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat in January
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel
Medicine Hat in January
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Medicine Hat in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Medicine Hat, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.

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How to Get to Medicine Hat

Plane

When flying to Medicine Hat, you’ll arrive at Medicine Hat (YXH), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Medicine Hat from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 27h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Medicine Hat is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 164 miles from Medicine Hat. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Calgary.

Plane

When flying to Medicine Hat, you’ll arrive at Medicine Hat (YXH), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Medicine Hat from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 27h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Medicine Hat is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 164 miles from Medicine Hat. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Calgary.

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Where to stay in Medicine Hat

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites and Days Inn by Wyndham Medicine Hat.

Where to stay in popular areas of Medicine Hat

Most booked hotels in Medicine Hat

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Home Inn Express - Medicine Hat
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 805 reviews)
$83+
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Baymont by Wyndham Medicine Hat
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1399 reviews)
$73+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Medicine Hat AB
2 stars
Good (7.1, 816 reviews)
$73+
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Medicine Hat Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 stars
Good (6.7, 825 reviews)
$98+
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Ramada by Wyndham Medicine Hat
2 stars
Good (6, 1316 reviews)
$58+
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Renting a car in Medicine Hat

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Medicine Hat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Medicine Hat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

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