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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Urban retreat near University of Calgary offers relaxation in a spa tub and family fun with an indoor pool featuring an exciting waterslide

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area offers comfort and recreation. Enjoy the spa tub, indoor pool with waterslide, and sun loungers. Free WiFi, continental breakfast, and helpful staff with local tips included.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥14,184
￥16,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30

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Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Accessible) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Northwest Calgary, a neighborhood in Calgary, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG is near a metro station. Calgary Tower is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall. Check out an event or a game at Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, and consider making time for Calgary Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Calgary travel guide
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T2M4L2, AB, Calgary, 2373 Banff Trail NW

What's nearby

  • Calgary_McMahonStadium_6072171_-2
    McMahon Stadium
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Calgary_UniversityofCalgary_6072181-1
    University of Calgary
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Alberta Canada
    Foothills Medical Centre
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Foothills Athletic Park
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Olympic Oval
    4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Banff Trail Station
    1 min walk
  • Calgary University Station
    15 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    14 min walk
  • Higher Ground - Capitol Hill
    7 min walk
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Firehouse Subs
    15 min walk
  • Denny's
    6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG

Hotel near University of Calgary
Located close to Foothills Medical Centre and Alberta Children's Hospital, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool along with a waterslide and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 113 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 75.00
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 3 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: CAD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 per night

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

As of Mar 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG on Mar 29, 2026 start from ￥14,184, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 75.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG located?

Located in Northwest Calgary, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Calgary and Foothills Medical Centre. Alberta Children's Hospital and Market Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km). Banff Trail Station is only a 2-minute walk and Lions Park Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 899 out of 1353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1353 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, clean good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing and the train station is right across the hotel which was super amazing ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good pool for kids, well delivered breakfast, clean, big rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAKIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in the all the stay was fabulous and the staff were amazing. The kid loved the pool and the breakfast had a nice selection.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were super clean and with view to the city. We had a family reunion and booked 4 rooms. Each had a great time and In the morning , breakfast was was great too. It will be my next stop again and again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and facilities, pleasant staff and great breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, spacious room, comfy bed, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean, housekeeping in rooms is excellent. Towels are very white. Breakfast is great - wide selection and kept topped up. Staff are VERY friendly - front desk, housekeeping and dining room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good location was perfect for our appointment underground parking was a added bonus
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Hotel Great value, clean rooms, underground heated parking, complimentary
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, room was clean, and breakfast was great 😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very clean and good breakfast selection!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel! Clean room, great breakfast, and fun pool. Make sure to ask for underground parking! It is complimentary with the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, staff were calm and well knowledgeable when the fire alarm went off and handing things very well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good beds and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sariah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, kids loved the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room & staff very helpful. and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean, very nice property to stay at. Nice big King room, workout space, a good Brekkie. I’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, pool was great, and the availability of food nearby was super convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and my room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They room was clean and in good shape. Staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was good!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful and clean, nice location and safe parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025