Westminster Hotel | Dawson City - travelstoke - Matador Network
A classic Yukon pub that lives up to its reputation. One of the few originals still standing and as busy as ever #bar #beer
travelstoke.matadornetwork.comThe Westminster arose as a town icon in downtown Dawson City, originated in 1898 and weathered a major flood in January 2026 after water main breaks, before being destroyed by a fire on May 17, 2026, with the building razed to the ground. Local officials described the loss as a significant blow to the community, noting the hotel’s iconic status. No injuries reported as the structure burned away. The town community hold a somber outlook after the blow to their historic pub, known to locals as the Pit.