Downtown Calgary Travel Guide

Calgary

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Stay near popular Downtown Calgary attractions

A building with a sign reading "BMO CENTRE" and a red circular logo with a mountain design.

BMO Centre

8.6/10 (310 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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Things to do

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

฿2,333
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Picture 4 for Activity Banff: 2-Day Banff Lake Louise & Yoho N.P. Tour

Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour

฿4,110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Calgary: Sam Centre Calgary Stampede Museum Ticket

Calgary: Sam Centre Calgary Stampede Museum Ticket

฿355
per adult
Calgary: Sam Centre Calgary Stampede Museum Ticket
Columbia Icefield Peyto Lake Bow Lake from Calgary Canmore Banff

Columbia Icefield Peyto Lake Bow Lake from Calgary Canmore Banff

฿2,644
per adult
Columbia Icefield Peyto Lake Bow Lake from Calgary Canmore Banff
Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour

Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour

฿1,891
per adult
Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

฿579
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Calgary

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

4 out of 5
888 7th Ave SW Calgary AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,269 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,269
฿3,896 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,015 reviews)
"We had an issue with the housekeeping staff who wouldn’t refresh the same number of bath towels. We found that quite inconsiderate!!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
Fairmont Palliser

Fairmont Palliser

4 out of 5
133 9th Avenue SW Calgary AB
The price is ฿7,319 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
฿7,319
฿8,611 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Calgary. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Fairmont Palliser
Hampton Inn By Hilton Calgary Downtown

Hampton Inn By Hilton Calgary Downtown

3 out of 5
614 6th Avenue SW Calgary AB
The price is ฿4,253 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,253
฿5,005 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Scotiabank Saddledome and Calgary ...
Hampton Inn By Hilton Calgary Downtown
Courtyard By Marriott Calgary Downtown

Courtyard By Marriott Calgary Downtown

4 out of 5
525 5th Avenue SW Calgary AB
The price is ฿4,216 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,216
฿4,961 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,339 reviews)
"The hotel was immaculate. Very clean and updated. The location was in walking distance of a street closed to traffic and many good restaurants. The desk staff were not very knowledgeable about the amenities. No microwave in room. Breakfast at an extra charge."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Courtyard By Marriott Calgary Downtown
Hotel Arts

Hotel Arts

4 out of 5
119 12th Ave SW Calgary AB
The price is ฿5,116 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿5,116
฿6,020 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,742 reviews)
"Air conditioning is very loud"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Arts
Best Western Plus Suites Downtown

Best Western Plus Suites Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1330 8th Street S.W. Calgary AB
The price is ฿3,201 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,201
฿3,553 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Best Western Plus Suites Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Calgary

Find the best Downtown Calgary areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Calgary
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Open Photo by WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park

Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Southland Leisure Centre.

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Northwest Calgary

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

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Photo by Geoff Stephen
Open Photo by Geoff Stephen

Southeast Calgary

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Trico Centre for Family Wellness, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a unique satellite dish-shaped building in the foreground.

Beltline

Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Elbow River Casino and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.

A mountainous landscape with a turquoise lake, snow-capped peaks, and dense forests.

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.

Downtown Calgary Travel Guide