Southern Alberta

Travel Guide

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
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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
Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

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 Southland Leisure Centre.

Southwest Calgary
Inglewood featuring a small town or village

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
They say it’s the journey and not the destination but when the journey involves rain, thunder, & lightning, the destination becomes everything! #Adventure

Uptown District

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

Uptown District
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
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ¥18,143 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
¥18,143
¥20,172 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,017 reviews)
Amazing!!!!

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ¥14,720 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
¥14,720
¥16,365 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,711 reviews)
Everything was absolutely perfect. There was nothing to complain about, and I would definitely stay at this hotel again. Although the hotel is a bit far from downtown, the hotel provides a shuttle bus, which was very convenient. We traveled by rental car, so having parking spaces right in front of ...

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is ¥13,248 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
¥13,248
¥15,740 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,263 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Acclaim Hotel 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.
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,836 reviews)
The room had a kitchen and the front desk service was wonderful .We went inside the hot spring and sauna highly recommend

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Hidden Ridge Resort
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! (3,937 reviews)
We stayed with our family of seven and had a wonderful experience. Check in was smooth and welcoming, and the front desk staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. They even suggested a restaurant right across the street, which turned out to be delicious and so convenient since we could just walk ...

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Basecamp Resorts Canmore

Basecamp Resorts Canmore

3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail Canmore AB
Stay at this condo in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,410 reviews)
Place was great would definitely recommend. Hot tub is nice but they don’t allow you to bring drink and have signs that make you feel a little uncomfortable up there. Room was great; staff was great.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
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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