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

Property class: 2.5
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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩165,290
₩194,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

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A hotel room with a red wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, a chair, and a bed.

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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A shower area with a grab bar, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a red wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, a chair, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a desk, a lamp, a telephone, a water bottle, and a chair.

Standard Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A hotel room with a TV on a white desk, a vase of red roses, a remote control, and a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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. 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 popular attractions can visit Heritage Park Historical Village and Calaway Park. 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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2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB, T2M4L2

What's nearby

  • A stadium with red seating, a parking lot, and a grassy area with trees.
    McMahon Stadium
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A sign for the University of Calgary, a grassy area, trees, and a bus in the background.
    University of Calgary
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Foothills Athletic Park
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Olympic Arch
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
    4 min drive - 1.8 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
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • MacEwan Student Centre
    4 min drive
  • Kinjo Sushi & Grill
    17 min walk
  • Higher Ground - Capitol Hill
    7 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, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
    • 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)

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 Aug 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG on Sep 2, 2026 start from ₩165,290, 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 930 out of 1428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1428 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, helpful staff and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were cleaned on daily basis, beds were comfy, enjoyed every minute spent there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location near the C train and the stadium. Great breakfast. Clean and comfortable room. Our daughter enjoyed the water slide.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice day nice continental breakfast very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and the beds were so comfortable. The continental breakfast was fantastic. So much selection and always stocked up. I would 100% recommend to anyone visiting Calgary to stay at this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean. Staff were very helpful. Underground parking worked very well for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast was good. Pool was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kolawole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great breakfast, clean amenities and spacious suite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nedal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, pretty clean and easy access to the highway to Banff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to the train station, for easy access to move around, friendly staff, nice breakfast with lots of options, clean room., lovely pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean but a little dated. Parking was convenient - it was busy when we there. Staff was friendly and courteous. Breakfast was normal continental style.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, parking, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located right across the street from McMahon stadium and a block from UofC. There is a C train station right across the parking lot. Great location, easy parking ( have underground parking as well) and breakfast included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, balance of comfortability and price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast Some dated areas and aome areas with renovations completed. Parking is limited Staff were welcoming and helpful The Queen suite room.was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for Calgary Stampede. Friends wondered why I booked “so far from downtown”. The LRT stop is right outside the hotel and I was downtown in 20 minutes. Was great location and the hotel was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What you see is what you get. No surprises, everything was as expected, and ran smoothly. The breakfast area can get busy around peak breakfast times, but the staff running breakfast are pretty efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Batzaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The EV charger onsite was the initial draw to this location. The C-Train right next door made getting to our concert venue super easy and cheap! Beds were really comfortable. Breakfast was also great - for a breakfast included buffet it had a lot of options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was seamless. Love the underground parkade and ease of checkout, just dropping the room keys without going through reception. Breakfast was a good variety of food, and the room was equipped with lots of extra bedding which we used. My kids enjoyed the pool. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. We stayed in the jetted tub suite and it was exactly what we needed. Great food nearby. Nicks pizza was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy checkin
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026