May and June are busy times on the calendar in Manitoba, but not just for us adults – it’s also a social time of year for kids.

Many of our kids’ birthday parties and sports windups will be taking place within the next month or so before summer starts and all their friends go separate ways.

This means you’re facing a double cohort of not only May and June birthdays, but July and August as well as parents do their damndest to get their child the best party they can.

So as you try to plan your child’s party, you might start looking to alternatives from the traditional cake-and-ice cream home party, and one of the best things you can do as a parent is provide your child with a great seasonal party, which means an outdoor activity, and usually will include some pool fun.

There’s only one problem though – an outdoor pool party, of course,  is subject to the famed Manitoba outdoor weather conditions, which can be bright and sunny one minute and be in a downpour a minute later.

So why not bring the outdoors indoors?

That’s what we’ve done at The Burntwood Hotel. We have the only indoor waterslide in all of Thompson, and we have it available for your child and their friends for that birthday party, wind-up party or other kid-targeted celebration.

To learn more about our pool parties and the availability of our facilities, fill out our event form here or call us at 204-677-4551.

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The snow melting away in Thompson, Manitoba means that it’s time to dust off the putter and get ready for another season of golf.

Yes friends, it’s just about time for the fairway trek to begin, and if you’re looking for a new challenge, be sure to put the Thompson Golf Club on your itinerary.

Rated by SCOREgolf as a “strong local course”, the Thompson Golf Club is a great getaway course from the usual group of courses that you might try during the summer in Manitoba, and offers some of the best scenery available. Ranging from 2,640 to 3,321 yards (depending which colour tee box you play from, of course), the Thompson Golf Club gives you the rare opportunity to golf in a setting where you could see a Canada goose, a fox or other wildlife strolling as you carry your clubs to your next shot; so don’t forget to pack both your wedges and your camera!

Naturally, a visit to the Thompson Golf Club is only part of a trip that you would make to Thompson. Throughout the city there are a number of activities for you and your travel party, so be sure to look us up for your next sojourn in Manitoba.

To learn more about local attractions in Thompson recommended by the Burntwood Hotel, click here.

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The changing seasons mean that we’re more likely to want to get out of our homes. They also mean that we’re very likely to want to have some celebrations here in Thompson, Manitoba, and that means one thing – receptions!

Receptions and events at The Burntwood Hotel in Thompson, ManitobaWhether it’s for business, for family or for friends, there’s nothing that peaks the emotions of loved ones like getting together to celebrate an individual, couple or group. Occasions like milestone anniversaries, sports league windups and successful quarters in the office can all be feted, and the feeling that the person receiving the honour gets when they walk into a room and seeing so many people coming together just for them is unlike anything else they’ll experience.

If you are planning a reception for your friends, family or co-workers, call The Burntwood Hotel today. We are the premier full-service hotel in Thompson, Manitoba and can provide you with anything you need for your occasion, including expert catering, seating for dining and presentations and even technical needs you may have.

To learn more about reception opportunities at The Burntwood, click here to be directed to our Meetings, Events and Catering page.

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With spring in the air (a lot sooner than we anticipated), businesses, non-profits and informal groups are beginning to plan their retreats and excursions.

If you have been planning these sorts of events for several years, however, you’re probably are sitting in a bit of a creative rut, trying to figure out what to do for your next big weekend event.

If this does sound familiar to you, consider Thompson, Manitoba as your next destination.

The perfect getaway spot, Thompson has a number of attractions that appeal to all tastes. If your group is  inclined for some tee off time, for example, The Thompson Golf Course offers a challenge for even the most experienced golfer in your group.

If your outdoor preference lean more towards wildlife, then the Millennium Trail is the perfect destination. Biking, hiking and cross-country skiing (though we should save talk about that last one for a few months) are all popular activities along this path that gives you the walking tour of Thompson and its beautiful natural surroundings.

Of course, these are just two spots for you and your group to enjoy. There are several other spots that are local and tourist favourites that you shouldn’t pass up on. You can find out more information on local area attractions on the City of Thompson’s website.

So whether it’s your company’s board room table or just the family dinner table, be sure to speak to your cohorts about Thompson, Manitoba.

To learn more about the Burntwood Hotel, the finest in short and longterm accommodations in Thompson, call us today at 1-800-442-0635.

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Over the last couple weeks, we had some exciting news emerge from Thompson, Manitoba, as it has been announced that our city will be hosting the First International Wolf & Carnivore Conference October 23 – 24.

The conference is one of the first of its kind to be held in Canada and is a natural fit for the city of Thompson, recognized as our country’s capital for wolves.

The conference will feature speakers from Canadian, American and Russian universities. Topics that will be discussed during the weekend sessions include:

  • Wolf Ecology, Management, & Policies;
  • Wolves & Polar Bear dynamics along the coast of the Hudson Bay;
  • Defining a Wolf and Carnivore Centre of Excellence; and
  • Current & future Wolf Research Projects in unstudied regions.

Needless to say, the Burntwood Hotel is very excited to be part of what is shaping up to be a memorable event in our city’s history.

We will have more information in the coming weeks, but if you are looking to book your room for the First International Wolf & Carnivore Conference, contact us today at 1-800-442-0635 (local: 204-677-4551). Remember – space for the conference will be very limited, so be sure to book as early as you can.

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We all know the pains of organizing a meeting in Manitoba, especially when you are planning an out-of-town excursion.

There are so many things to consider when choosing a meeting spot:

  • Is there going to be enough space for everyone to be seated comfortably?
  • Will we have to hire an outside caterer to provide lunch or snacks?
  • Can I find enough hotel rooms for my delegates to stay in?
  • Will information we download for presentations be secure?

At the Burntwood Hotel in Thompson, Manitoba, we have all your meeting needs covered. As a full-service hotel, we ensure that anything you need for your meeting is provided.

Our hotel staff can provide you with any meeting setup you’d like in one of our four meeting rooms. Ranging in size from 38 to 138 square metres, these rooms are ready to go for all of your needs.

From catering to room coordination, Burntwood delivers full service for all your business meeting needs.

To learn more about our meeting spaces and hosting capabilities, click here

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Welcome to the brand new website of The Burntwood Hotel in Thompson, Manitoba.

We’ve upgraded our web presence to help serve you better. We hope you like what you see.

The Burntwood Hotel is located amidst the rugged beauty of Northern Manitoba, and boasts friendly service, good value and a welcoming, comfortable environment. Business and leisure travellers alike enjoy our wide range of modern facilities.

The Burntwood, Thompson’s finest full service hotel, features free wireless high speed internet access, indoor pool, waterslide and spa tub, Grapes Grill & Bar, conference & banquet facilities – and friendly service, good value and a convenient central location.

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