Hotel Arts Kensington

Travelers relax by Oxbow's outdoor dining area or warm up with drinks near the lobby fireplace after exploring Calgary's diverse neighborhoods

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Dates

March 2026

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April 2026

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk - Hotel Arts Kensington (Calgary)

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Luxury Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk - Hotel Arts Kensington (Calgary)

Hotel Arts Kensington in central Calgary offers a boutique experience with continental breakfast and laundry services. Guests can unwind by the lobby fireplace or enjoy the on-site bar. The property provides bike rentals, multilingual staff assistance, and property-wide WiFi.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Business services

￥32,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Room options

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Tonight

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Tomorrow

Mar 3 - Mar 4

Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Egyptian cotton linens

Separate bedroom

City view
40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Egyptian cotton linens

Separate bedroom

City view
53 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Egyptian cotton linens

Separate bedroom

30 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Egyptian cotton linens

36 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Northwest Calgary, a neighborhood in Calgary, Hotel Arts Kensington is in the entertainment district and on the riverwalk. Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Canada Olympic Park. Check out an event or a game at Stampede Park, and consider making time for Calgary Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Calgary travel guide

T2N 3E3, AB, Calgary, 1126 Memorial Drive NW

What's nearby

Bow River
3 min walk - 0.3 km
TELUS Spark
9 min walk - 0.8 km
$Prince\'s Island Park which includes a garden, a city and wildflowers$
Prince's Island Park
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Stephen Avenue
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Calgary Tower
3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

Calgary University Station
8 min drive
Sunnyside Station
8 min walk
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
23 min drive

Restaurants

Namsun Korean Cuisine
8 min walk
Hayden Block
2 min walk
Higher Ground Cafe
2 min walk
Side Street Pub & Grill
3 min walk
Ramen Arashi
5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arts Kensington

Upscale boutique hotel near Scotiabank Saddledome

Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Arts Kensington. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Oxbow, features al fresco dining and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
Luggage storage, wedding services, and multilingual staff
A front-desk safe, 1 meeting room, and free newspapers
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location

Room features

All guestrooms at Hotel Arts Kensington offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
42-inch plasma TVs with cable channels
Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Lunch and dinner served, Regional cuisine

Spa
Pet friendly
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￥27,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

Oxbow

Things to do

Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services

Business services

Meeting room

Outdoors

On the riverwalk
Terrace

Spa

In-room massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1999
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service

More

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Kensington Inn

Kensington Riverside

Kensington Riverside Calgary

Kensington Riverside Inn

Kensington Riverside Inn Calgary

Riverside Inn Kensington

Kensington Riverside Hotel Calgary

Hotel Arts

Arts Kensington

Hotel Arts Kensington Hotel

Hotel Arts Kensington Calgary

Hotel Arts Kensington Hotel Calgary

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Arts Kensington pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arts Kensington?

As of Mar 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arts Kensington on Mar 8, 2026 start from 28487.0, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Arts Kensington located?

Located in Northwest Calgary, this boutique hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Bow River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. Peace Bridge and TELUS Spark are also within 15 minutes. Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes by foot and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes.

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Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Vinesh

Jan 26, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great staff, great location, breakfast included, in-hotel dining is good.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Jan 12, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very pleasant stay. Extremely comfortable bed. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Nearby construction made it a little more difficult to access. Great paid parking. Convenient location.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Oct 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was so amazing. Room was beautiful and so clean Nice and close to small shops, dining and bars Breakfast was delicious

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Jul 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a great place to stay. Perfectly located in downtown Calgary. Very trendy and clean, wonderful staff.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Oct 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent hotel with great restaurant.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Jul 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place with a fun bar/restaurant in a wonderful neighborhood of Calgary. Would recommend staying here.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDY

Jul 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean comfortable welcoming host was an excellent ambassador for the city

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kegan

Jul 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We had a great time! The room was huge and the area has everything from shops to dining to entertainment.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Feb 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Sep 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The room was nice and clean but it was a bit noisy at night from outside and inside the hotel

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

May 29, 2024

Nice location nice stay good service

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna-Marie

Apr 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of Calgary - so close to the most enjoyable river walks, shopping, cafes, and restaurants! The staff at the hotel are professional, friendly, and very helpful and the food is delicious!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kane

May 18, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Check in was quick and they upgraded our room. We went for dinner and our server Jonathon was very good at his job and incredibly friendly. We would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ron

Jun 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, very clean, comfortable bed

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

May 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our Stay at the Kensington Arts Hotel was very relaxing. This small boutique hotel was clean, the staff was helpful and the included breakfast was good. Also, you can’t beat the location. Just outside of downtown, nice trails along the river and lots of quaint shops and eateries nearby.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Jan 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful room and perfect location for NYE!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Apr 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice location, within a short walk to downtown. Room was spacious and clean, with a great bathroom. Breakfast and parking are great amenities and Colin and his staff were friendly and very accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cari

May 15, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Awesome location and really nice room! We will go back!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Sep 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Front desk staff person was very kind and helpful. Our only disappointment was that we thought we'd be assigned to a king bed room, but one was not available.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025