Northwest Calgary Travel Guide

Calgary

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University of Calgary

8.2/10 (2,650 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Calgary, a top university in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
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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

฿2,480
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

฿2,644
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Picture 4 for Activity Banff: 2-Day Banff Lake Louise & Yoho N.P. Tour

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

฿4,370
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Banff Gondola

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

฿2,598
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Classic Banff Lake Louise Johnston Canyon and Emerald Lake Tour

Classic Banff Lake Louise Johnston Canyon and Emerald Lake Tour

฿1,394
per adult
Classic Banff Lake Louise Johnston Canyon and Emerald Lake Tour
Columbia Icefield Peyto Lake Bow Lake from Calgary Canmore Banff

Columbia Icefield Peyto Lake Bow Lake from Calgary Canmore Banff

฿2,811
per adult
Columbia Icefield Peyto Lake Bow Lake from Calgary Canmore Banff
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Top hotels in Northwest Calgary

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

2 out of 5
2363 Banff Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿2,481 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,481
฿2,754 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome are located ...
5/10 (1,131 reviews)
"This single most disappointing hospitality experience I have had in over 50 years . The towels were glorified face cloths , No shower mat and the place stinks . If you can ,do yourself a favor and avoid this one at all cost . I checked out at 3 am .I couldn't stand the place any more ..... But they ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

2 out of 5
2231 Banff Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿2,459 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,459
฿2,730 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (1,028 reviews)
"The only thing wrong with the room was it didn’t have blackout curtains!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West

Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West

3 out of 5
125 Bowridge Dr NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿3,001 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,001
฿3,580 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
"Very Nice"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
Sait

Sait

2.5 out of 5
151 Dr. Carpenter Circle NW Calgary AB
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2373 Banff Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿3,952 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,952
฿4,654 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,444 reviews)
"Clean room ..very small washroom overall i would say good"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Alt Hotel Calgary University District

Alt Hotel Calgary University District

3.5 out of 5
482 McLaurin Street Northwest Calgary AB
The price is ฿4,251 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,251
฿5,002 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
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Where to stay in Northwest Calgary

Find the best Northwest Calgary areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Calgary

Scotiabank Saddledome and CORE Shopping Centre are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.

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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 Stampede Park.

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Southeast Calgary

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

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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.

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Beltline

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

Northwest Calgary Travel Guide