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

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Calgary

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Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Point of interest

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

Map
2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB, T2M4L2
  • McMahon Stadium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Calgary
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Foothills Medical Centre
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single 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 3.9 km (2.4 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 Medical Centre - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Calgary Tower - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Stampede Park - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Banff Trail Station - 1 min walk
  • Calgary University Station - 15 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground - Capitol Hill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kinjo Sushi & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Big T's BBQ & Smokehouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Calgary
As a guest of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG, you'll find an indoor pool, a waterslide, Access to 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Hindi

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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

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
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

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 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: CAD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 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).

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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 27 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG on 18 Aug 2025 start from AU$235.98, 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. 759 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1156 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ndinini

Travelled with family
The property was good and convenient for short term travelers
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our TV came on at 4:30 and 5:30 am both days. No picture just sound. That was very strange.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketankumar

Travelled with family
Na
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebleh

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jonny

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie, Kamloops

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lee-Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is nice, lots pf parking, lots of options for restaurants. Staff are friendly! Breakfast is alright.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a family emergency and they refused to give me a refund of my booking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Floyd

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Denis

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not the best stay but overall ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Baldip

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I requested a quiet room and got the loudest one possible (right above the waterslide that doesn’t close until 10pm)!!! Front desk was not friendly either
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

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

8/10 Good

Beka

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheleen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

larry

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comforable room good breakfast crowded parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Prince George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pratap

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool with slide is a great place for kids to engage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

crystel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the pool area. Beds were also very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Keith, Edmonton

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

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with family
This property was only okay. I wish they cleaned our bathroom better. The grass m that came with the room stayed in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025