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Welcome To Dakota Dunes Resort

Wapaha Ska Dakota Oyate Taŋyaŋ Yahiko |  Whitecap Dakota Nation, you are welcome here.

Located on traditional Whitecap Dakota Unceded Territory, Dakota Dunes Resort is an Indigenous-owned and self-managed destination where contemporary hospitality, Dakota culture, thermal wellness, championship golf, culinary experiences and meaningful gatherings come together in Saskatchewan’s South Saskatchewan River Valley.

Owned by Whitecap Dakota Nation and located just 20 minutes south of Saskatoon, the resort welcomes visitors from across Canada and around the world to experience the land, culture and hospitality of the Dakota people. 

Since opening in 2020, Dakota Dunes Resort has received numerous industry awards and earned The Original Original accreditation from the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC), recognizing Indigenous-owned tourism businesses that offer quality, culturally meaningful visitor experiences. 

 

About Dakota Dunes Resort

Dakota Dunes Resort is Saskatoon’s only full-service resort destination, bringing together accommodation, meetings and events, Indigenous cultural experiences, culinary offerings, championship golf, entertainment and wellness in one destination.

The resort features 155 guest rooms and suites, with design elements reflecting Dakota culture and expansive views of the surrounding prairie landscape. Guest amenities include a fitness centre, an indoor rooftop pool and hot tub, an outdoor overlook deck, a lobby market, and retail offerings.

Meetings & Events

The resort’s Conference Centre offers approximately 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, supporting conferences, corporate retreats, celebrations and group experiences.

Culinary

Moose Woods Home Fire Grill showcases locally inspired cuisine with Indigenous influences and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Indigenous Experiences

Guests can discover Dakota culture and connection to the land through a growing collection of Signature Experiences and seasonal activities.

Among them is the award-winning Cosmic Dome Experience, an evening of immersive night-sky exploration and Indigenous knowledge and storytelling.

Dakota Dunes Golf Links

Adjacent to the resort is the acclaimed Dakota Dunes Golf Links, a Graham Cooke-designed championship course shaped by the natural contours of the surrounding landscape.

Entertainment

The resort is connected to Dakota Dunes Casino, operated by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA), offering gaming, entertainment and dining.

Dakota Dunes Thermal Spa

Opening in late 2026, Dakota Dunes Thermal Spa will introduce a new Indigenous-inspired thermal wellness experience to the Canadian Prairies.

The experience draws inspiration from the Oceti Sakowin — the Seven Council Fires — and the Dakota relationship with land, water, fire and community.

The adult-only thermal spa will feature:

  • Nine thermal and cold-water pools
  • Seven fires inspired by the Seven Council Fires
  • Saunas and steam experiences
  • An event sauna featuring Aufguss-inspired performances incorporating heat, aroma and movement
  • Indoor and outdoor relaxation spaces
  • Treatment rooms and wellness rituals
  • Food and beverage experiences

Together, the Resort, Thermal Spa, Golf Links, Indigenous experiences and surrounding landscape create a destination grounded in Dakota hospitality, culture and connection to place.

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2026 ABEX Award Recipients

We’re honoured to be the recipient of the 2026 ABEX Growth & Expansion Award for Medium & Large Business. This recognition reflects the growth of Dakota Dunes Resort and the vision of Whitecap Dakota Nation to create opportunity, build meaningful…