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

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Located close to Foothills Medical Centre and University of Calgary, 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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a red sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A shower with a grab bar, a towel rack, and a textured wall.

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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

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  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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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 - 0.2 miles
  • A sign for the University of Calgary, a grassy area, trees, and a bus in the background.
    University of Calgary
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Foothills Athletic Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Olympic Arch
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Olympic Oval
    5 min drive - 1.8 miles

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
  • Kinjo Sushi & Grill
    17 min walk
  • Higher Ground - Capitol Hill
    7 min walk
  • Lil' Empire Burger - Capitol Hill
    13 min walk

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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
  • 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

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 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: CAD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 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.

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. 953 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1475 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean and the staff were fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good location, friendly staff and good complimentary breakfast. Easy to move to the city with the train right across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the proximity to the city core it is a quiet destination with great public transit access.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay at this hotel. Neha at the front desk was very helpful with everything we needed, especially arranging a late checkout. Thank you for making our stay so pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed using the pool with grandkids. Good location for travel to Banff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location. Very close to McMahon Stadium and Banff Trail stop for transit. Lots of good dining choices within short walking distance as well. Room was clean, bed was comfortable and shower had excellent water pressure. Friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay there! The staff were always friendly and helpful! It was so nice having the CTrain right there to take us to downtown Calgary!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good spacious and clean room. We enjoyed our stay and my son had fun at the pool. Breakfast has lot of options as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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They are polite and the facilities and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean hotel with nice staff . Breakfast is the typical mediocre offering for hotels. Best thing is the location ! It’s literally a few steps to the c train which takes you conveniently downtown Calgary.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service and hotel is super clean. Very handy if at the hospital nearby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Housekeeping was fast and efficient, breakfast gave a lot of variety
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great, helpful staff and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a very large and clean room. Breakfast was good - well stocked and hot food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The breakfast went way beyond what I expected! Parking underground is an added benefit Friendly staff and clean room, all around a place I’ll book again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good clean rooms, had all needed amenities and well kept. However, staff seemed overworked and wouldn’t say the customer care was at the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is great, room was nice, amenities were great, breakfast was good. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and the air conditioning works. Easy parking, staff were friendly, and comforting breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, very clean, pool with slide kids had fun. Underground parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We really appreciated the helpful staff with our late check in! The room was clean and the bedding for the couch bed was conveniently located in the closet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice place, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was wonderful stay in calgary. Hotel is right front of Banff trail station which is most helpful to travel anywhere in calgary. Additionally we got early check in which are rare.staff ,cleaness, facilities everything were perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026