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 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 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 Victoria Glacier 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 ¥9,735 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
¥9,735
¥10,806 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (3,730 reviews)
The waterslides are absolutely the draw here, th rest could use a major overhaul particularly the front desk staff.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 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
The price is ¥18,515 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥18,515
¥20,962 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! (3,124 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Mar 10, 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 ¥17,351 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
¥17,351
¥19,291 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
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! (2,804 reviews)
This property is in a great location with a free shuttle to Banff and Lake Louise. The property is old and very well used. The

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
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! (4,002 reviews)
This is cozy, modest, vintage, clean, fun, etc. etc. Really I can't imagine a more perfect place to stay at in the mountains. The wood fireplace with access to wood was lovely. Of course, and most importantly, we cooked! Full kitchen = great and healthy food. I would always come back here. My son ...

Reviewed on Mar 11, 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! (4,910 reviews)
Always a great stay

Reviewed on Mar 8, 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! (3,045 reviews)
Loved our stay and were treated very well by all staff. One of the hot tubs seemed quite dirty and there was garbage around the area left by previous guests. Our room was comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed for our stay.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 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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