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Best Western Plus Suites Downtown

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and health club

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Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Lobby
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Exterior detail
Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Explore the area

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1330 8th Street S.W., Calgary, AB, T2R 1B6
  • Place, Calgary Tower
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Stampede Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Queen Room with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Queen Room with Kitchenette

Private kitchen

Queen Room with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 3

One Bedroom Queen Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Queen Suite with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 3

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Calgary

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Calgary awaits you at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find 17 Avenue SW and CORE Shopping Centre within a 20-minute walk. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), a gym and a sauna. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown Calgary hotel include Calgary Tower and Prince's Island Park.

What's nearby

  • 17 Avenue SW - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Calgary Tower - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stampede Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Calgary Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • 8th Street SW Station - 10 min walk
  • Calgary University Station - 15 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Analog Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rosie’s Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse Mount Royal - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Suites Downtown

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and health club
Best Western Plus Suites Downtown offers its guests a health club and a sauna. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1164 square feet (108 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Suites Downtown. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Calgary hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • 1164 sq ft of conference space
  • 108 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1966
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Plus Suites Downtown offers 124 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (CAD 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,164 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Built in 1966
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: CAD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Best Western Plus Suites Downtown Hotel Calgary
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown?

Yep, Best Western Plus Suites Downtown has a self car park for CAD 20 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$156.32, including 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 Best Western Plus Suites Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Suites Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Plus Suites Downtown serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests adore the free local cuisine breakfast here! Served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown?

No, Best Western Plus Suites Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Plus Suites Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1229 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jugraj

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charmaine

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Manilyn

The water in the washroom was discolored, with a noticeable yellow tint coming from the faucet. It was quite concerning and affected our overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rahul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money. Outdated but does the job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Only two elevators, wait time was too long.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janica Crizel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rough neighbourhood
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was responsive to my complaints but hotel is old and run down. Smelled of old smoke. Pull out couch had a dirty old sheet on it. Hair all over bathroom floor. Gum stuck on sign outside of elevator on 11th floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baljit

Good place
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was big but super dated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alberta

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Harshil, Saskatoon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Walking distance to the Calgary Stampede

The rooms have been remodeled and were nice and spacious. The outside of the building looks pretty dated but our room was nice. Pricey because of the Calgary Stampede
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ismaell

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Look old rooms , clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

KATHY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing fancy aboutvthe place, no place to sit outside to enjoy weather
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025