Title: Hotel Arts Kensington - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Arts Kensington Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/88fe5bda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/5acbbd6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/b23f3476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/a946221c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/428ceee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Arts Kensington in central Calgary offers a boutique experience with continental breakfast and laundry services. Guests can unwind by the lobby fireplace or enjoy the on-site bar. The property provides bike rentals, multilingual staff assistance, and property-wide WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Room service - Parking available - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=428606&PinnedHotelID=428606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/4aa344e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Plasma TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Egyptian cotton linens - 427 sq ft - 1 bedroom - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Suite ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/d1ddf383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Plasma TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Egyptian cotton linens - 566 sq ft - 1 bedroom - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/b23f3476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed) 9.8 Exceptional 45 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Plasma TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Egyptian cotton linens Blackout drapes/curtains - 325 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428606/c296b45f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace 10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Plasma TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Egyptian cotton linens - 384 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Bar (on property)](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10652/413a49f0_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Fairmont Palliser Downtown Calgary - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCalgary-Hotels-Hotel-Arts-Kensington.h428606.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCalgary-Hotels-Hotel-Arts-Kensington.h428606.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Northwest Calgary, a neighborhood in Calgary, Hotel Arts Kensington is in the entertainment district and on the riverwalk. Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Calgary Zoo and Calaway Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stampede Park or Calgary TELUS Convention Centre. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. [Visit our Calgary travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary.dx178245) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.05169%2C-114.08740&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GEtDQ8wKoBwu7UKSW4ClVsMKtp4=) 1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3E3 ### What's nearby - Calgary Tower - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - BMO Centre - 5 min drive - 2.8 km - Stampede Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km - Scotiabank Saddledome - 5 min drive - 3.5 km ### Getting around - Calgary University Station - 8 min drive - Sunnyside Station - 8 min walk - Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Hayden Block - ‬2 min walk - ‪Higher Ground Cafe - ‬2 min walk - ‪Side Street Pub & Grill - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ramen Arashi - ‬5 min walk - ‪hexagon - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Arts Kensington Boutique hotel near University of Calgary Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Arts Kensington. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Oxbow, features al fresco dining and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises - A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and an elevator - Concierge services, free newspapers, and multilingual staff - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Arts Kensington offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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includes in/out privileges) - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Restaurants on site - Oxbow ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - In-room crib - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - On the riverwalk - Terrace ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1999 - Fireplace in lobby - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Egyptian cotton sheets - Free crib - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch plasma TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Free local calls - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions) ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per night (in/out privileges) 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Kensington Inn Kensington Riverside Kensington Riverside Calgary Kensington Riverside Inn Kensington Riverside Inn Calgary Riverside Inn Kensington Kensington Riverside Hotel Calgary Hotel Arts Arts Kensington Hotel Arts Kensington Hotel Hotel Arts Kensington Calgary Hotel Arts Kensington Hotel Calgary ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Arts Kensington pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arts Kensington? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arts Kensington on Oct 10, 2025 start from CA $250.0, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-Arts-Kensington.h428606.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Hotel Arts Kensington? > Self parking is available for CAD 20 per night. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Arts Kensington? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Arts Kensington? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Hotel Arts Kensington located? > Located in Northwest Calgary, this boutique hotel is steps from Louise Bridge, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. Bow River and Peace Bridge are also within 10 minutes. Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes by foot and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.2 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 547 8 - Good 115 6 - Okay 33 4 - Poor 14 2 - Terrible 10 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was so amazing. Room was beautiful and so clean Nice and close to small shops, dining and bars Breakfast was delicious ##### Susan Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sophie Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was nice and clean but it was a bit noisy at night from outside and inside the hotel ##### Sophie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cora Sep 15, 2025 Liked: Amenities The personable staff kept the boutique ambiance of the hotel. Only issues were very slow hot water and noisy plumbing. ##### Cora Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place with a fun bar/restaurant in a wonderful neighborhood of Calgary. Would recommend staying here. ##### Kyle Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very homely enviroment ##### Joseph Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erlin Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Amenities Good location. Clean room. Good restaurant ##### Erlin Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Sep 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Front desk staff person was very kind and helpful. Our only disappointment was that we thought we'd be assigned to a king bed room, but one was not available. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kegan Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a great time! The room was huge and the area has everything from shops to dining to entertainment. ##### Kegan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Aug 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is a gorgeous boutique hotel in the vibrant Kensington neighborhood of Calgary. The rooms are spacious and impeccably furnished. The bathroom is large and beautifully designed. The room was very quiet and extremely comfortable. The Continental breakfast had a lovely selection of high quality meats and a variety of gourmet cheeses, fresh ##### John Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### donessa Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Great hotel except one thing which prevented sleeping - the noise from the in house commercial laundry machines which operate late into night and early morning was. Unfortunately it was so bad it prevented sleeping. ##### donessa Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pierre Oct 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent hotel with great restaurant. ##### Pierre Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aileen May 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Our Stay at the Kensington Arts Hotel was very relaxing. This small boutique hotel was clean, the staff was helpful and the included breakfast was good. Also, you can’t beat the location. Just outside of downtown, nice trails along the river and lots of quaint shops and eateries nearby. ##### Aileen Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Perry Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Perry Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monique Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel ##### Monique Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cari May 15, 2025 Liked: Amenities Awesome location and really nice room! We will go back! ##### Cari Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna-Marie Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of Calgary - so close to the most enjoyable river walks, shopping, cafes, and restaurants! The staff at the hotel are professional, friendly, and very helpful and the food is delicious! ##### Anna-Marie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great neighbourhood. Kensington is awesome. ##### Raymond Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Chace Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Hotel was beautiful and elegant but the rooms did not have individual AC units and were very warm at night with no way to change it. We stayed in a ground room floor which was a great room but was right beside Memorial Drive and it was incredibly loud at night with the traffic and made it hard to sleep. Great hotel and great staff but would not stay here again. ##### Chace Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location, within a short walk to downtown. Room was spacious and clean, with a great bathroom. Breakfast and parking are great amenities and Colin and his staff were friendly and very accommodating. ##### Sean Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely property! Although it is located in a very busy area, the room was dead quiet. Beautiful building and a wonderful location. ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The room was one of the nicest we have ever stayed in. Well appointed with shelving and drawers which seem lately to be disappearing in other hotels. Amenities were fabulous. We would definitely return and stay here again. It was also my wife's birthday and the hotel went out of their way to make the occassion extra special. Thank you! She loved it. ##### Larry Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice This place was great due to shops and staff. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They definitely made the stay memorable. Thanks Cory and Rico. ##### Curtis Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gilbert May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The small hotel atmosphere made it super relaxing! Beautiful rooms, extremely clean and friendly staff. The morning breakfast was a little weak. Not much to chose from, ended eating elsewhere. ##### Gilbert Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful room and perfect location for NYE! ##### Charles Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Acclaim-Hotel-Calgary-Airport.h2333447.Hotel-Information) > > [Deerfoot Inn & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Deerfoot-Inn-Casino.h1351229.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary South](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Calgary-South.h4520.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-11-By-Sonesta.h11918125.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Arts](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-Arts.h11468.Hotel-Information) > > [Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Carriage-House-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h19624.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-The-Westin-Calgary.h23026.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Calgary-Downtown-Hotel.h19870.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-The-Westin-Calgary-Airport.h23822835.Hotel-Information) > > [Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Calgary-Marriott-Downtown-Hotel.h40604.Hotel-Information) > > [Grey Eagle Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Grey-Eagle-Resort.h8050924.Hotel-Information) > > [The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-The-Glenmore-Inn-Convention-Centre.h82260.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Sheraton-Suites-Calgary-Eau-Claire.h152034.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Calgary-Airport.h5177.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Palliser](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-The-Fairmont-Palliser.h10652.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Calgary-Downtown.h21922.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Clique Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-Clique-Calgary-Airport.h8822309.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Sheraton-Cavalier-Calgary-Hotel.h7604.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Port-OCall-Hotel.h10360.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Ramada-Plaza-By-Wyndham-Calgary-Downtown.h12301.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard By Marriott Calgary Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Calgary-Downtown.h74821179.Hotel-Information) > > [Emerald Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Emerald-Hotel-Suites.h7011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Calgary.h448308.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Blackfoot](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-Blackfoot.h15839.Hotel-Information) > > [Alt Hotel Calgary East Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Alt-Hotel-Calgary-East-Village.h31069558.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Calgary-DowntownBeltline-District.h33777124.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Le Germain Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-Le-Germain-Calgary.h3123299.Hotel-Information) > > [Element by Westin Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Element-By-Westin-Calgary-Airport.h14909474.Hotel-Information) > > [The Dorian, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-The-Dorian.h74821176.Hotel-Information) > > [Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Riviera-Plaza-And-Conference-Centre-Calgary-Airport.h428621.Hotel-Information)