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

Property class: 2.5

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An indoor swimming pool with a blue slide, lounge chairs, and potted plants.
A sunset scene with two people dining under trees, surrounded by plants and candles.
A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and other foods.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand with a phone, and a tray with bottled water and snacks.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB, T2M4L2
  • Place, McMahon Stadium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Calgary
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Foothills Athletic Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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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.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(111 reviews)
  • 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.

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

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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.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a desk, a telephone, a water bottle, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single 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

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

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a vase with red flowers.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Calgary

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG places you in the centre of Calgary, within a 30-minute stroll of University of Calgary and Foothills Medical Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, waterslide and pool loungers. 2500 square feet (225 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Northwest Calgary hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Alberta Children's Hospital and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Market Mall.

What's nearby

  • McMahon Stadium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 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 Jubilee Auditorium - 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
  • ‪Kinjo Sushi & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground - Capitol Hill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lil' Empire Burger - Capitol Hill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

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

As a guest of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG, you'll find an indoor pool, a waterslide, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 2500 square feet (225 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Calgary hotel is smoke free.

  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 2500 sq ft of conference space
  • 225 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG offers 113 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Calgary hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 films

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

American ExpressDiners ClubDiscoverMastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 3 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: CAD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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
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 Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG on 12 Oct 2026 start from NZ$205, 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 parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests can't get enough of the free continental breakfast here! Available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 929 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1439 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

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

Tabatha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, lots of breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great for what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great as always, the hotel, staff, rooms … everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kari Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were so comfortable! Convenient to our appointments and breakfast was great, fully stocked with lots of options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ruby Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking underground was safe, breakfast staff was very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

Elaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a quick stay, the hotel was great Parking was a little challenging at times
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good. Room was great, amenities were clean and worked well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lavina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as we needed for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good experience staying at this hotel. We had what we needed as a family of 5. The breakfast was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool, slide and hot tub were great as well as the continental breakfast. My kids give it a five star rating and want to come back already. It was a great stay, great central location for everything we wanted to do. Comfortable rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here many times. We love the staff, cleanliness good breakfast and close to everything (restaurants, shopping, walking and parks)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Montanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing, the pool was great and the breakfast was all delicious. Toddler, baby and parent approved.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026