Westway is our preferred place to stay in Cochrane, have stayed at the Thriftlodge a couple of years ago but found rooms very cold and showing their age. They do have a good restaurant though Terry's which is a short cab ride from the Westway. Jr's and what was the Ice hut are within walking distance or cab ride.
We are booked in from January 1st for a few nights stay. Looks like there may be a few OCers kicking around.