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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

2.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Stampede Park

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In downtown Calgary, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary offers a convenient retreat near the iconic Calgary Tower. Start your day with a to-go breakfast, stay active at the gym or get work done at the business center - all while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Guests rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY1,101
CNY1,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1020 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 1J2

What's nearby

  • TELUS Spark - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bow River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Stephen Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Calgary Tower - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 24 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 13 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 16 min drive
  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 3 min walk
  • 8th Street SW Station - 4 min walk
  • 7th Street SW Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dicken's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moxies Calgary Downtown Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Element - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wafflato - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG puts you just a 5-minute drive from Stampede Park and Calgary Tower. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, wired internet, and on-the-go breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and BMO Centre are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Downtown West-Kerby Station is 3 minutes and 8th Street SW Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 57 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (CAD 15 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Roll-in shower

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 15.0 per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CAD 15 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Calgary
Calgary Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Calgary South

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 15 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Cowboys Casino (3-min drive) and Elbow River Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG is in Downtown Calgary, a short 3-minute walk from Downtown West-Kerby Station and 20 minutes' walk from Calgary Tower. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great, with a good variety of food and friendly staff. (71 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff, clean room and excellent breakfast
Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great is a nice location to be in!
Nitzy Isamar, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly.
Randy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was nice , friendly staff easy check on and out .Overall good experience.
Purity, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast is amazing! Fresh, staffs were great and parking is safe
Jewel Ann, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean, the bed super comfortable, we slept like babies, and there was a good variety of food for breakfast.
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Reception & breakfast buffet staff and room service plus location was perfect for my business visit.
Abdalla, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, clean room, good breakfast
Patrick, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean, staff friendly . Kind of noisy, we could hear people talking loudly.
Paula, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable, helpful staff, good breakfast.
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, room spacious and very central location. Good free parking included.
Heather, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was okay, room was clean and bed was comfortable. Parking was not great, for whatever reason the curbs you had to drive over were at least 2 1/2 inches making your vehicle bottom out . It snowed and had to tell the front desk to sand the ramp as it was very slippery and one of us fell.
Cheryl, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was great, really good free breakfast, helpful staff. We needed to delay our checkout and the staff allowed us to do it.
Suzanne, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff
Cristina, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Check in was easy, wasn't sure when we go to our room as it was directly across from the elevator :( Room was clean, and there was no noise from the elevator!
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, helpful staff — front desk, breakfast room, and cleaning staff. Clean room. Convenient parking.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

For a smaller hotel the room was great! And it was quiet, clean, and well laid out. We have stayed in many downtown hotels and this is one of our favorites now.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing!!! Beautiful room with incredible views of Calgary!
Lance, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Jets never worked in our tub. Could barely open the patio door. Was very clean staff were great amazing staff.
Megan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and welcoming! It was clean, well stocked, and the pancakes at the breakfast bar were yummy. It was also very close to our concert venue, only a quick 5 minute walk away. Would recommend!
Hannah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had a comfortable staycation
Noresa, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly and helpful. Roomwas clean. Had a good 2 nights stay
John, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Variety of breakfast food. Centrally located.
Breda, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing front desk service!
Trina Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean, central location to downtown Calgary, close to the train and shopping! Morning breakfast was great!!
Sherry, 7-night trip