Title: City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary Apartment with kitchen, near Calgary Tower ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907300/109907210/3b085b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907300/109907210/a38b0c48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907300/109907210/b4289314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907300/109907210/3ca381b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907300/109907210/38f211f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the vibrant downtown west end, this charming studio retreat offers a peaceful oasis with complimentary Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, and stunning views of the urban skyline. Enjoy restful nights in the cozy bed and take advantage of convenient access to local markets and quaint boutiques for memorable shopping experiences. 4.0 ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi £68 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary This charming studio retreat offers a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city. Guests will enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, a private bath, and a cozy bed for restful nights. Located in the vibrant downtown west end, the property boasts stunning views of the urban skyline and convenient access to the Bow River. Perfect for both affordability and comfort, it’s just a short walk to local markets and quaint boutiques, offering memorable shopping experiences throughout your stay. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ This is a self check-in unit, detailed instructions will be sent prior to your arrival for a smooth and easy entry. The studio features 2 twin beds and can accommodate a maximum of 2 guests. No pets are allowed in the unit. Third-party bookings are not allowed, the person booking must be the one staying in the unit. Please note that there is no AC in the unit. A fan is provided to help with air circulation during warmer days. The entrance is located on the west side of the building, separate from the main entrance. Shared laundry facilities are available on the main floor of the building. Paid parking is available in the back alley on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that the building is older and may show signs of wear, such as water stains on the ceiling, marks on the walls, or minor scuffs and imperfections throughout the space. That said, the unit is kept clean, comfortable, and fully functional for your stay. Smoke Smell Disclosure: While our unit is strictly non-smoking, please be aware that the building includes other tenants who are not under our management, and some of them may smoke. Despite our best efforts to remind them and thoroughly clean the unit, smoke smell may occasionally linger. An air purifier is available upon request. By booking this property, you acknowledge this condition has been clearly communicated, and refunds or cancellations due to smoke smell will not be accepted. Public transportation is nearby, making it easy to get around without a car. Please observe quiet hours and treat the space with care out of consideration for neighbors. Please note that Airbnb’s cancellation policy also applies to alteration requests. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48290000/48288800/48288710/ac6dc82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HI Calgary City Centre - Hostel Downtown Calgary - Free WiFi - Game room - Business services - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 240 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=48288710&PinnedHotelID=48288710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101284000/101283947/936dc038.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amenida Residences Southwest Calgary - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number BL265584 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.047844,-114.081825&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:cdrvHjrhwT%3FW%3FY%40W%3FW%40Y%40W%3FW%40YBY%40W%40WBWBYBWBW%40UDYBWDUBWDWDUDWDUDWFUDWFSDUFUFUHUFSFSHUFSHSFSHSHQJSFQJQHQJQHQJOJQJOJOJOJOJOJMLMJMLMLMJKLMLKLKLKJINILKLILINGLILENGLGNGLENENELENCLENCNCNANCLANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLDNBNDLDNDNDLFNFLFLDNHLFLHLHNJLHLHLLJHLJLLLJLLJLLLJLJNLLJNHNLNJNHPJNHPJPHPJPHPHRHPHRHRFRHRFTHRFRFTFTFTDTFTFTDTDVFTDVBTDVDVBTDVBXBTBVBV%40XBV%40VBV%40X%40X%40V%40V%3FX%40V%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FX%3FVAV%3FXAVAVAXAXCVAVCVAVCXCVCTCXEVCTEVEVCTEVGTEVETGTGTETGTGTGTGRIRGTIRGRIRIRIPIRIPKPIPKPIPKNINKPMNINKNMLKNKLMLKLMLMJMLMJKHMLMHMHOJMHMFMHOHMDMFOFMFODODMDODOBMDOBO%40MBOBO%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOCOCOAOCMEOCMEOEOEMEOGMGOGMEMIOIMGMIMKOIKIMKMKMKMMKKMMMMKMMMKMKOKOKOKOKOKQKOIQKQIQKQGQKSIQISGSISGSIUGSGSIUGUGUEUGUEUGUEWEUEWEUEWCWEUCWEYAUCWCYCWCWAWAWCYAY%3FWAWAY%3FWAW%3FY%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=il1ScpXOXTmaC7KoRrlwoHjlvv4=) Calgary, AB #### What's nearby - Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Calgary Tower - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - BMO Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Stampede Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Scotiabank Saddledome - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles #### Getting around - 8th Street SW Station - 6 min walk - Calgary University Station - 12 min drive - Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ukrainian coffee house - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min walk - ‪Spicy Amigos - ‬3 min walk - ‪Hutch Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Buchanan's - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary? > As of 20 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary on 2 Nov 2025 start from £68.41, including 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.co.uk/Calgary-Hotels-City-Retreat-Your-Urban-Hideaway-In-Calgary.h109907210.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary located? > Located in Downtown Calgary, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bow River, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and Calgary Tower. Stampede Park and Calgary Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km). 8th Street SW Station is 6 minutes by foot and 7th Street SW Station is 6 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## City Retreat: Your Urban Hideaway in Calgary Reviews 4.0 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 4.8/10 Cleanliness ### 4.0/10 Amenities ### 3.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 2/10 Terrible #### Rylan 8 Jul 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities It wasn’t very clean. Smelt terrible inside the building and unit. It’s gross. Not worth the money at all. ##### Rylan Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Rob N. 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Cheap, but at what cost? To begin with, Richard did not provide check-in information. His listing says to contact if you haven’t received it 24 hours before check-in. I did so only to be condescendingly told to look at the exact spot on the listing where it says to contact him. He ignored my reply and only emailed the information after I had contacted customer service, when it would have taken the same amount of time to type as his original condescending non-answer. Wi-Fi is accessed from other units in the building, which is apparently half ##### Rob N. 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