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Alt Hotel Calgary University District

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from University of Calgary

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board
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Alt Hotel Calgary University District is an eco-certified gem, offering a 24-hour gym and business center. Unwind with free in-room WiFi, savor meals at one of the 2 restaurants or host events in the banquet hall and reception hall - guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Cable channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Cable channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Cable channels
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Alt Hotel Calgary University District is in Northwest Calgary, a neighborhood in Calgary with good shopping. 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 Calgary Zoo and Calaway Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Calgary TELUS Convention Centre or Scotiabank Saddledome. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
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482 McLaurin Street Northwest, Calgary, AB, T3B

What's nearby

  • University of Calgary - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Alberta Children's Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Market Mall - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Foothills Medical Centre - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Canada Olympic Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Brentood Station - 3 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 4 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Native Tongues - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Market Mall - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Borough Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shwarma Palace - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Calgary University District

Hotel near University of Calgary
Located close to Alberta Children's Hospital and Market Mall, Alt Hotel Calgary University District provides a 24-hour gym, a business center, and 2 restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • A reception hall, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 155 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Charcut Roast House
  • Connie and John's Pizza

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2023
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Property is also known as

Alt Hotel Calgary University District Hotel
Alt Hotel Calgary University District Calgary
Alt Hotel Calgary University District Hotel Calgary

Frequently asked questions

Is Alt Hotel Calgary University District pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

Self parking is available for CAD 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Alt Hotel Calgary University District located?

Located in Northwest Calgary, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Calgary and Alberta Children's Hospital. Market Mall and Foothills Medical Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Brentood Station is 24 minutes by foot and Calgary University Station is 23 minutes.

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Alt Hotel Calgary University District Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 743 out of 986 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 986 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 986 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 986 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 986 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property, comfortable beds and nice room layout.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jasbinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with very nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayooluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff , modern design & amenities. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great facility and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quality of service great. Staff were very helpful and nice, room was very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area with lots of dining and coffee options, including both within the hotel itself. Clean, bright rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and always willing to help no matter what the topic/subject.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great staff 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Alt! Pet Friendly, right near amenities, and the view is incredible! In a perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for University event
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and area around is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

oreoluwa

Great location and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for a medical trip into Calgary.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and excellent service from the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room, and good coffee shop
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Launa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet boutique hotel on university campus with lots of amenities within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely comfortable bed and nespresso maker is a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Excellent neighborhood with lots of amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely go back next time. The hotel is clean, modern and pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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