University District Travel Guide

Calgary

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A stadium with red seating, a parking lot, and a grassy area with trees.

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A sign for the University of Calgary, a grassy area, trees, and a bus in the background.

University of Calgary

8.2/10 (2,650 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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

฿2,333
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 University District

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

2 out of 5
2363 Banff Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿1,709 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿1,709
฿1,897 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Calgary Zoo and McMahon Stadium are located ...
5.2/10 (1,262 reviews)
"The motel is overall in rough condition but beds were comfortable and staff friendly. There are plenty parking spots."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Comfort Inn & Suites University

Comfort Inn & Suites University

2.5 out of 5
2369 Banff Trail, N.W. Calgary AB
The price is ฿2,247 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,247
฿2,541 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very good! (1,338 reviews)
"Beds were comfortable and breakfast was good. The hot tub surface is very rough and uncomfortable to sit on. In the afternoon, the hotel pool turned into a swimming training venue. During this time, instructors were giving swimming lessons to kids. Waterslide could not be used, and the pool had very ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites University
Alt Hotel Calgary University District

Alt Hotel Calgary University District

3.5 out of 5
482 McLaurin Street Northwest Calgary AB
The price is ฿3,532 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,532
฿4,156 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest

2.5 out of 5
2231 Banff Trail N.W. Calgary AB
The price is ฿2,526 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,526
฿2,804 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

2 out of 5
2231 Banff Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿2,230 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿2,230
฿2,475 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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 ...
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Coast Calgary University Area Hotel by APA

Coast Calgary University Area Hotel by APA

3 out of 5
1804 Crowchild Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is ฿3,783 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿3,783
฿4,451 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,528 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Coast Calgary University Area Hotel by APA
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Where to stay in University District

Find the best University District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern tower with a circular observation deck, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

Downtown Calgary

CORE Shopping Centre and Stephen Avenue 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.

A modern building with Olympic rings and flags of the USA and Canada.
Photo by WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park
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.

A city skyline with modern buildings and a red bridge over a river at sunset.

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.

A modern stadium with a curved roof, surrounded by a city skyline with various high-rise buildings.
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.

University District Travel Guide