Southern Alberta

Travel Guide

Atlas Coal Mine which includes signage, tranquil scenes and industrial elements
Atlas Coal Mine which includes signage, tranquil scenes and industrial elements
Banff Gondola which includes a small town or village, a river or creek and heritage architecture
Drumheller Valley showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs

Where to stay in Southern Alberta

Prince\'s Island Park featuring a city, a high rise building and street scenes

Downtown Calgary

4.5/5(394 area reviews)

Dense urban district with a mix of residential, commercial, and corporate areas, Downtown Calgary offers shopping and dining along the pedestrian-friendly Stephen Avenue Walk. Explore attractions like the Devonian Gardens, Calgary Tower, and Glenbow Museum, or take advantage of the free CTrain light rail along 7th Avenue S.

Downtown Calgary
Street view of Banff Avenue in autumn evening. Snow capped Cascade Mountain with pink rosy sky in the background. Alberta, Canada.

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Central Park and Bow River.

Downtown District
17 Avenue SW which includes outdoor art

Southwest Calgary

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Southwest Calgary is a destination travelers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.

Southwest Calgary
Calgary skyline with a sprinkle of stamped fireworks.

Southeast Calgary

4/5(64 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Southeast Calgary, check out sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

Southeast Calgary
Peace Bridge showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Northwest Calgary

4/5(23 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary
Lake Moraine, Banff

Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Central Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
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 ¥12,585 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
¥12,585
¥13,718 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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 our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,717 reviews)
Everything was great. Shuttle and waterslides were a bonus

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave Banff AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥18,191 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥18,191
¥20,226 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,099 reviews)
Great Hotel! Excellent facilities. It’s a 15 minute walk from downtown but the hotel provides free transit passes. park your car and forget about trying to find parking downtown.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
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
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,943 reviews)
It was actually not bad, I had lower expectations, it’s a little old and simple but I only needed a bed to sleep and I actually had one of the best sleeps in a long time

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Book a stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,992 reviews)
The rooms are very worn and were not particularly clean. There was some sort of water damage in our hallway with an active leak through the ceiling. The amenities made up for the rooms... the pool was great for all of us and the indoor climber was a great activity for my 8 year old and his friends. ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way Banff AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,903 reviews)
We made the best of it, but it was one let down after another. We have been coming here for 15 years, and it’s never been a luxury getaway. But it’s so rundown now I wouldn’t recommend staying here. Unless you’re 20 and going to party with 10 people in your room like the suite on top of us. The hottub ...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Hidden Ridge Resort
Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE

Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE

3.5 out of 5
190 Kananaskis Way Canmore AB
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,036 reviews)
Parking is tight.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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