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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Calgary Tower

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub
Room amenity

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2016
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area) | Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
1020 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 1J2

What's nearby

  • Calgary Tower - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • BMO Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stampede Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Scotiabank Saddledome - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 3 min walk
  • Calgary University Station - 13 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Namsun Korean Cuisine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dickens Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Donna Mac - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

Hotel near Calgary Tower
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 57 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Filipino, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 15.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Calgary
Calgary Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Calgary South

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG on Sept 1, 2025 start from CA $144.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Calgary, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of TELUS Spark, Calgary Tower, and Calgary TELUS Convention Centre. Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome are also within 3 mi (5 km). Downtown West-Kerby Station and 8th Street SW Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1010 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cool place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was convenient for our 2 day stay. The free breakfast was great as we could get a little nibble and then go on our way early.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean and spacious, they were having a bit of elevator trouble, but we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staffers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The usual good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Taiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samjhana

Customer service was amazing and free breakfast and also the room was cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to train station. Good location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karan Deep

Na
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with free parking, a bonus for downtown Calgary.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and nice. Room is so nice, we loved it. Hotel is accessible to tourist spots. Lastly, food is really good, lots of options especially for the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

michelle

Great location for my family to stay when they visit me. Their only complaint was the breakfast, it ended too early, and they didn't have bacon when they said they would (not a huge complaint).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Odessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great! Room was very nice and I loved how this hotel was walking distance to many places
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, location is good, right next to grocery store for cheap snacks and drinks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prajakta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for a nice comfortable stay. The staff is extremely helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hyacinth Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay and we did enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

TERRI

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff amazing the food was good however the room was not hood the door was broken on top and the bathroom needs re siloconing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Berend

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good location. Service was good, however takes long before deposit is refunded.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wajiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Few minutes walk from downtown, this is a great place to rest up during a vacation. Breakfast was great and the staff was awesome! I would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is located close to the train line. Some restaurants around are nice. The hotel is dated however and could do with an upgrade. The breakfast was good but more variety would be nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

PJV

Liked: Staff & service
Building is showing its age. TV stopped working. Basement parking lot has a lot of flattened boxes, boxes"garbage" lot of
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have their own parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025