Hotel and Motel Accommodations in Canada Key Terms

Learn key terms for hotels and motels when traveling to Canada

Travel to Canada is often very similar to travel in the United States, with many of the same hotel and motel franchises in both countries. Many brand name hotel chains can be found in most major cities across Canada. However, there are a few differences in hotel and motel accommodations in Canada that are helpful to know about when researching where to stay in Canada. Learning some key terms for hotel and motel accommodations in Canada can help you get a better understanding of the rating system and discounts available.

 

Canada Select

Canada Select is the national rating system used in Canada for hotel and motel accommodations. The rating system is a consumer-based evaluation system about the services, amenities and facilities of an accommodation.
Try: Learn more about the organization at the Canada Select site.

Hotel Association of Canada

The Hotel Association of Canada is a membership organization for hotel companies, resorts and lodging associations. It provides education and marketing strategies to the hotel industry in Canada.
Try: The Hotel Association of Canada website details programs for members.

Canadian dollar (CAD)

All hotel and motel rates and prices are quoted in Canadian (CAD) dollars. This is important to know when you are making your hotel/motel reservations and planning your travel budget.
Try: The Coinmill.com currency converter can help you with converting Canadian dollars.

Access Canada

Access Canada is a staff training and property accessibility rating and certification program for hotels. Hotels that participate in Access Canada are deemed accessible to seniors and persons with disabilities.
Try: The Access Canada website has more information on this program.

CAA/AAA (Canadian Automobile Association/American Automobile Association) discounts

The Canadian Automobile Association and the American Automobile Association have partnerships with some hotels and motels to offer discounts to their members. If you are a member of either of these associations, check with the hotel or motel to see if it offers discounts.
Try: For an example of a CAA/AAA discount, see the Choice Hotels Canada website.

Green Key

Green Key is an eco-rating program for hotels, motels and resorts that are helping the environment in a variety of ways. Canadian hotels and motels who participate in this program are audited and assessed in areas such as waste management, energy and waste conservation and air quality. Hotels are given a green key rating based on this assessment.
Try: Visit the Green Key website for more detailed information about this program.

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