Northwest Calgary Travel Guide

Calgary

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University of Calgary

8.2/5 (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 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

£59
per adult
98% 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

£99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

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

£75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

£13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour

Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour

£59
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour
Banff Gondola

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

£59
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
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Top hotels in Northwest Calgary

Sait

Sait

2.5 out of 5
151 Dr. Carpenter Circle NW Calgary AB
The price is £85 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£85
15 Jul - 16 Jul
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 helpful staff in ...
6.6/10 (925 reviews)
"Not at all what the pictures show so we didnt end up staying. However the staff were remarkably helpful and accommodating, providing a full refund."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Sait
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West

Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West

3 out of 5
125 Bowridge Dr NW Calgary AB
The price is £93 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£93
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews)
"Had a Good Experience"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

2 out of 5
2363 Banff Trail NW Calgary AB
The price is £52 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£52
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 (951 reviews)
"Never again/ one of the staff was super rude and unprofessional.../ never again"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 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 £83 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£83
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (1,245 reviews)
"The room smelled badly. They do not keep up with cleaning rooms and carpets were dirty."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites University
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 £113 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£113
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (1,381 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 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 £119 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£119
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,360 reviews)
"Great staff and quiet rooms."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

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

CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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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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 Elbow River Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede 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.

Northwest Calgary Travel Guide

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