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Hotel Arts Kensington

4.0 star property
Travelers relax by Oxbow's outdoor dining area or warm up with drinks near the lobby fireplace after exploring Calgary's diverse neighborhoods

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Hotel Arts Kensington in central Calgary offers a boutique experience with continental breakfast and laundry services. Guests can unwind by the lobby fireplace or enjoy the on-site bar. The property provides bike rentals, multilingual staff assistance, and property-wide WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Suite

  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Northwest Calgary, a neighborhood in Calgary, Hotel Arts Kensington is in the entertainment district and on the riverwalk. Calgary Tower and Heritage Park Historical Village are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall. Calgary Zoo and Calaway Park are not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Calgary travel guide
Map
1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3E3

What's nearby

  • Bow River
    Bow River
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • TELUS Spark
    TELUS Spark
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prince's Island Park
    Prince's Island Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stephen Avenue
    Stephen Avenue
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Calgary Tower
    Calgary Tower
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Calgary University Station
    8 min drive
  • Sunnyside Station
    8 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hayden Block
    2 min walk
  • Side Street Pub & Grill
    3 min walk
  • Namsun Korean Cuisine
    8 min walk
  • Higher Ground Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Oxbow

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per night (in/out privileges)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Arts Kensington pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arts Kensington?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Arts Kensington located?

Located in Northwest Calgary, this boutique hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Scotiabank Saddledome and Stampede Park. Calgary Tower and BMO Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes by foot and 8th Street SW Station is 10 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

Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 756 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 756 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 756 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 756 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 756 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lively location in Kensington, very walkable with good restaurants nearby. Felt like a neighborhood. Room size was excellent, breakfast was good, and the food at the Oxbow was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room, very wallabies to Kensington with lots of food options. Complimentary continental breakfast buffet was a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location for great food and drink
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location, breakfast included, in-hotel dining is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to downtown by LRT. Rooms clean and comfortable. Did not appreciate changing nightly rate,, especially as it was not clear ahead of time on Expedia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean and quiet. The staff are very helpful and considerate. The rooms are comfortable. The continental breakfast is one of the best we've had and the Oxbow provides a very good dining experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff restaurant and rooms. A nice quiet and quaint hotel in a great neighbourhood in Calgary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Loved the location. Breakfast was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful staff, extremely clean and kept. Room was large and very well stocked. Large bathroom and a huge tub/shower combination. Heated underground parking. The food in the restaurant was outstanding! Great location for shopping and dining. Their soap, shampoo, conditioner, had a lovely fragrance, which I prefer. Excellent value for the money
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Extremely comfortable bed. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Nearby construction made it a little more difficult to access. Great paid parking. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so amazing. Room was beautiful and so clean Nice and close to small shops, dining and bars Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great place to stay. Perfectly located in downtown Calgary. Very trendy and clean, wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a fun bar/restaurant in a wonderful neighborhood of Calgary. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Nice location nice stay good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room size and love that all rooms are on the 2nd floor and there are stairs (not emergency exit stairs) so no elevator waiting! The room and common areas are a little worn but overall clean and very easy to get comfortable in the room. The fireplace is the best (we visited in January).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

WENDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean comfortable welcoming host was an excellent ambassador for the city
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time! The room was huge and the area has everything from shops to dining to entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again! Comfort, clean, quiet and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and perfect location for NYE!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anna-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of Calgary - so close to the most enjoyable river walks, shopping, cafes, and restaurants! The staff at the hotel are professional, friendly, and very helpful and the food is delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean, the staff was very friendly and the room was super welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024