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Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

The current price is £89
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway

This cozy and affordable studio apartment is located in the heart of downtown Calgary, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious travelers. Offering a comfortable stay, this charming and older studio provides easy access to Calgary’s top attractions, dining, and shopping. Guests will appreciate the convenience of staying downtown, whether visiting for business or leisure. This affordable studio offers a perfect base to explore everything Calgary has to offer!
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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 1 queen-size bed 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 manager

Richard Li

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: 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)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 BL266293

About the area

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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
  • ‪Buchanan Restaurant Ltd - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spicy Amigos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nanta - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hutch Cafe - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway?

As of 24 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway on 26 Aug 2025 start from £89.26, 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 for more accurate prices.

Where is Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway 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.

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Urban Retreat: Chic City Hideaway Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shamair

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was damaged property such as towel rack, chair and flooring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location of the property is fantastic. The property itself is nothing special but good enough to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little studio suite

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Cassandra G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Overall good stay

For the price point it was a good deal, definitely older building, thin walls and lots of traffic noise, but that’s to be expected being downtown. Very unfortunate that there was no parking. Street parking was terrible and they paid lot was a good five minute walk away and was very expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An inquiry about the space was sent two days before check-in. It was never acknowledged. Check-in information as sent included the keypad code to the room, but not the building. I was left stranded outside in a back alley in downtown Calgary until a resident took pity on me and let me in. Once in, a quick room check showed bits of food left in the microwave and a sticky table (after I'd set my purse on it). There were crumbs IN the bed and fresh stains on the sheets. When I asked the host for clean sheets at 4:15pm, host chose instead to defend his housekeeping staff (even after seeing the photo) and dithered back and forth until nearly 10:00pm, at which point he said it was too late and he'd send fresh sheets in the morning. 09:45am, two sets of twin/standard sheets arrived for a double bed. I used the emergency blanket from my vehicle for the remaining three nights of my stay. It's not fancy, I knew it was a little rough around the edges, but I'm stunned by the lack of professionalism and hygiene.
Trying to fit a replacement standard sized sheet on the double bed in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Paint in the tub

I had to clean the paint chips from the tub being painted,the drain had to be picked at and cleared of the paint chips in order for the tub to drain. It wasnt a very good experience and it was time consumijg.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024