Kensington Travel Guide

Calgary

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Stay near popular Kensington attractions

Plaza Theatre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Plaza Theatre during your stay in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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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

£56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

£74
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour

Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour

£56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Banff: 2-Day Banff Lake Louise & Yoho N.P. Tour

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

£98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

£78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip
Banff Gondola

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

£58
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
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Top hotels in Kensington

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

3 out of 5
3515 - 26 Street NE Calgary AB
The price is £94 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£94
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (7,356 reviews)
"The rooms looked old and the carpet looked dated and dirty. There was foul smell in the rooms too."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is £96 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£96
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,604 reviews)
"The staff was always helpful, shuttle is available to and from the airport, great rooftop, room maintenance services was great and the room comfortable."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1250 Mckinnon Dr NE Calgary AB
The price is £93 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£93
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (5,972 reviews)
"Very clean and comfy stay!! Will be staying again soon"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection

4 out of 5
11 Freeport Cres NE Calgary AB
The price is £98 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£98
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,264 reviews)
"nice and clean room"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Emerald Hotel & Suites

Emerald Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Sunridge Blvd North East, 2750 Calgary AB
The price is £62 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£62
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.4/10 (2,534 reviews)
"Good service but way to expensive"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Emerald Hotel & Suites
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

3 out of 5
1935 McKnight Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is £108 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£108
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free parking, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,093 reviews)
"Stayed the night before an early flight with family of 5 (3 teens). I didn't realize at the imte of booking it had a small waterpark inside - so was a nice surprise. Kids played racquetball, and the younger 2 spent ~30mins at the slides (was pretty crowded) and then went to the regular pool. Great ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
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Where to stay in Kensington

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

Calgary Tower and Scotiabank Saddledome 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 Chinook 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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Open Photo by Calgary Zoo

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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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.

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