Cougar Ridge Travel Guide
Calgary
Visit Cougar Ridge
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Calgary Tower
With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Canada Olympic Park
Ski the slopes, take a bobsled ride, catch an ice hockey game and tackle mountain biking trails at this park that was opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Banff: Gondola, Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Top hotels in Cougar Ridge
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
"We stayed at this hotel from May27-31, Price is good. Our room was big enough for 7 people (2 queen and 2 sofa beds), enough supplies too. They hav a laundry room which is convenient. They have a pool but it was closed ( we dont need it anyway. Huge parking lot. We felt safe in the location. Mcdonalds,Wendys ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North
"Rooms were nice spacious and clean. Only part that was negative was the breakfast buffet. The food was tasty but only lukewarm if that."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
"Unfortunately there is extensive construction happening when we arrived which we were unaware of. I’m sure when it’s complete the hotel will be beautiful. Also you receive a breakfast voucher for two at the attached restaurant (we were a family of four) who’s wasn’t ideal, however portion sizes are ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
"Walls are thin, beds are perfect, staff is nice. An average hotel and would go again for the price! Pool is super nice and hot tub is big."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
"Room was clean and quiet. The water park is good for the kids. Close to the airport. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
"Check-in was easy. Staff were friendly. When I got to the room guests had already been staying in that room. The room we got was very hot, we ended up asking for a fan. One huge suggestion is to have redo the back parking lot. It is very dark at night & needs proper parking stalls."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cougar Ridge
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like The Hamptons Golf Club or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
Kensington
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
