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4.0 out of 5

"The staff were more than helpful and the room was very comfortable " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 15 May 2015

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Hotel Description

University of Calgary Accommodations & Events places you steps from Olympic Oval and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Calgary. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, a steam room, and a conference center.

Enjoy the gym and outdoor tennis court as well as access to racquetball/squash. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-star Northwest Calgary hotel include Alberta Children's Hospital and McMahon Stadium.

Three Bedroom Dormitory Apartment, Yamnuska Hall

Bed Count 3 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Two Bedroom Dormitory Apartment, Yamnuska Hall

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

One Bedroom Dormitory Apartment, Yamnuska Hall

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

One Bedroom Suite, International House

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Traditional Dormitory Room Double, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Single Room, International House

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

University of Calgary Accommodations & Events ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for University of Calgary Accommodations & Events

Everyone (1)
4 out of 5

Comfortable and friendly

Pros: The room was quirky and comfortable
Cons: More signage and access to tourist type activities
Location: Enjoyed the quick service of the trains.
The staff were more than helpful and the room was very comfortable

Posted by on 15 May 2015

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About the University of Calgary Accommodations & Events

Location 169 University Gate North West, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

Property Features

As a guest of University of Calgary Accommodations & Events, you'll find an indoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, a steam room, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly University of Calgary Accommodations & Events. For a fee, parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. This 3-star Calgary hotel is smoke free.

  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2009
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Calgary University Station (5 km / 3.1 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

University of Calgary Accommodations & Events offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

  • Refrigerator
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 50.00 per day

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 10 for adults and CAD 10 for children
  • Self parking fee: CAD 10.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.