Should I stay in a hostel in Calgary?

By staying at a hostel you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theaters and entertainment venues.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social setting.

What are the best hostels in Calgary?

While you're choosing where to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Calgary: HI Calgary City Centre - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of City Hall Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers and lockers.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Calgary?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 21°F. The snowiest months in Calgary are February, December, October, and November, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do in Calgary?

Overall, Calgary is known for its rivers, skyscrapers, and theaters. Get out into nature with places like Devonian Gardens, McDougall Centre, and Olympic Plaza. Cultural attractions include GRAND, Stephen Avenue, and The New Gallery. Locals like to shop at TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre.

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HI Calgary City Centre

520 7 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB

Located in Downtown Calgary, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Fort Calgary Historic Park and Calgary Tower. Bow Valley College and Stephen Avenue are ...

3/5 (3 reviews)

"Poor customer service, I booked for 4 adults and 1 child and they offer an upgrade that cost 55 more dollars for family suite 1 bunk bed and 1 queen bed, without AC and I paid 168$ for just several hours that we stayed. I didn’t said yes for an upgrade and even Email them that I would like to stick ..."

Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2020

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Riviera Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

3515 - 26 Street NE, Calgary, AB

3.5/5Good! (3,103 reviews)

"Close to airport and bus and train"

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2021

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

1935 McKnight Blvd NE, Calgary, AB

4.4/5Excellent! (1,346 reviews)

"Room size"

Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2021

Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre

9030 Macleod Trail South, Calgary, AB

4.4/5Excellent! (1,311 reviews)

"Nice hotel. Love the hot tub"

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2021

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Hostels and More in Calgary

Calgary offers 525 accommodations, and if you can't find many hostels in the area, you can still pick a place that has what you need. For those who prefer to save money on overnight costs and budget more for going out, you can get great deals on Expedia. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theaters and entertainment venues.

If you're hoping to find a reasonable accommodation in Calgary, you might like this popular option:

Ramada Plaza & Conf Center by Wyndham Calgary Airport - Property features at this motel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Calgary?

The weather can be a big factor when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and December are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 46° F and nighttime temperatures average 5° F
April-June: 71° F is the daytime average and 23° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 73° F and nighttime averages are around 35° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 59° F during the day and 6° F at night
Average rainfall is 0.63 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Calgary?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might like these places:

Top Sights

Calgary Tower
Stampede Park
Scotiabank Saddledome

Natural Features

Canada Olympic Park
Devonian Gardens
McDougall Centre

Cultural Attractions

GRAND
Stephen Avenue
Art Gallery of Calgary

Generally, Calgary is known for its:

Riverfront
Skyscrapers
Theater
Parks
Architecture
Entertainment
Hockey

How to Get to Calgary and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.), located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including 3rd Street SW Station, 4th Street SW Station, and 6th Street SW Station. Train stations including Calgary University Station and Calgary Heritage Station make it easy to see more of the area.

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Keep this information about transit options in Calgary in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Calgary International Airport (YYC), located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Walk to nearby metro stations like 3rd Street SW Station, 4th Street SW Station, and 6th Street SW Station. Train stations including Calgary University Station and Calgary Heritage Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.