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10 Best Resorts in Calgary

Calgary resorts suit very different trips, from entertainment-led overnight stays to downtown convention visits, airport stopovers and formal celebrations. Start with the experience you want on site, then match the property to your event venue, neighbourhood plans or onward travel.

Grey Eagle combines accommodation, gaming and live events, while downtown hotels place guests near conventions and attractions. Airport properties emphasize short transfers and rooftop hot tubs; others add spas, pools, restaurants, lounges or event space.

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Full Comparison of 10 Resorts in Calgary

Le Germain Hotel Calgary#1
What stands out
  • 143 boldly designed rooms

  • At the foot of Calgary Tower

  • Steps from the TELUS Convention Centre

Le Germain Hotel Calgary

4.61,244 reviews
899 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2P 0S9, Canada
Best for
Downtown convention staysCalgary city breaks near major attractionsGuests combining Calgary with a Rockies day trip

Le Germain Hotel Calgary places guests at the foot of Calgary Tower, within steps of the Werklund Centre, TELUS Convention Centre and Stephen Avenue Walk. Its 143 rooms combine a boutique-hotel setting with technology designed to support comfort and energy efficiency, making the property well suited to downtown stays, convention visits and city breaks. The central location also supports evenings around Calgary restaurants and attractions, while the Rockies and Banff are described as about an hour’s drive away. The hotel includes Lounge Central 899 for an on-property stop.

Alt Hotel Calgary East Village#2
What stands out
  • Steps from Bow River trails

  • NUPO and eight-seat EIGHT venue

Alt Hotel Calgary East Village

4.6995 reviews
635 Confluence Way SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0G1, Canada
Best for
East Village city staysGuests attending Saddledome or BMO Centre eventsWedding groups needing a shared lounge

Alt Hotel Calgary East Village places modern rooms, a 24-hour gym and free Wi-Fi in Calgary’s historic East Village. The hotel is steps from Bow River trails and bike paths, with the neighbourhood’s restaurants, murals and cultural venues nearby. It also offers access to NUPO, a restaurant, bar and omakase sushi experience, including the eight-seat EIGHT venue. The setting works for city breaks, event stays and guests attending activities near the Saddledome or BMO Centre. For weddings and group occasions, the Violet Lounge Room can provide a larger shared space, although the hotel does not have suites for getting ready. A public parkade attaches conveniently to the property.

Fairmont Palliser, Calgary#3
What stands out
  • Railway-era setting with spa and pool

Fairmont Palliser

4.53,928 reviews
133 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2M3, Canada
Best for
Historic downtown staysWeddings, conferences and anniversaries

Fairmont Palliser offers upscale downtown Calgary lodging with an elegant lounge, a 1920s-themed restaurant, spa and indoor pool. Its historic setting, grand lobby architecture and railway-era character suit visitors planning a distinctive stay, anniversary or special occasion.

The hotel also provides event space appropriate for weddings and conferences, alongside dining and wellness options for guests. It is a fit for travellers who want accommodation with on-site leisure facilities and a formal atmosphere rather than a purely functional overnight stop.

Hyatt Regency Calgary#4
What stands out
  • Lodging with spa and event space

Hyatt Regency Calgary

4.52,923 reviews
700 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 5P6, Canada
Best for
City and business staysGroup accommodation and eventsHotel stay with spa access

Hyatt Regency Calgary is a high-rise hotel with modern rooms, a bar and restaurant, a spa and event space. It suits business trips, city stays, group visits and events that need accommodation alongside on-site amenities. The hotel’s central hospitality offering combines polished lodging with spaces for dining, relaxation and gatherings, while its team handles check-in and reservation support.

Hotel Clique Calgary#5
What stands out
  • Two rooftop hot tubs

  • Five minutes from the airport

  • Pet-friendly queen rooms

Hotel Clique Calgary

4.52,489 reviews
24 Aero Cres NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7Y5, Canada
Best for
Airport stopovers and early flightsFamily or business travelMeetings near Calgary International Airport

Hotel Clique Calgary combines polished rooms and suites with practical airport access, an on-site restaurant and two rooftop hot tubs. Rooms include minifridges, and selected room types add deep soaker tubs, shower panels with body jets, pet-friendly flooring or two queen beds. The hotel is five minutes from Calgary International Airport.

It suits airport stays, business travel, family trips and Calgary stopovers. Tonic provides breakfast, family dining, cocktails and a place to work with included Wi-Fi, while all-inclusive meeting packages support organized events. The Skydeck hot tubs add a city-and-airport-view space for unwinding.

Applause Hotel by Clique Calgary Airport#6
What stands out
  • Two rooftop hot tubs

  • Airport shuttle service

Applause Hotel by Clique Calgary Airport

4.5679 reviews
20 Aero Cres NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7Y5, Canada
Best for
Airport stays and short Calgary visitsTravellers wanting rooftop hot tubs

Applause Hotel by Clique Calgary Airport offers contemporary rooms, a restaurant and bar, and two rooftop hot tubs. It suits airport travellers, short stays and guests wanting accommodation close to the airport and highway, with rooms described as spacious, modern and comfortable.

The property also connects stays with Tonic dining, including breakfast vouchers mentioned by guests, and offers an airport shuttle. The rooftop hot tubs add a leisure feature that distinguishes the hotel from a purely functional airport stop.

Hotel Arts Kensington, Calgary#7
What stands out
  • Contemporary high-ceiling rooms

  • Free underground parking

  • On-site restaurant

Hotel Arts Kensington

4.5288 reviews
1126 Memorial Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 3E3, Canada
Best for
Boutique Calgary weekend staysTravellers exploring local shops and restaurantsGuests seeking underground parking

Hotel Arts Kensington is a boutique Calgary hotel with contemporary rooms, high ceilings and free Wi-Fi, alongside an on-site restaurant. It suits weekend stays and travellers who want to explore a neighbourhood with eclectic shops and restaurants. Guest rooms are described as spacious and well designed, while the hotel also offers a continental breakfast and free underground parking. The setting combines a central location with a smaller boutique-hotel feel for short leisure visits or city breaks.

Hotel Blackfoot, Calgary#8
What stands out
  • Seasonal pool and comedy club on site

  • Executive Suite breakfast-area access

Hotel Blackfoot

4.32,601 reviews
5940 Blackfoot Trl SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2B5, Canada
Best for
Calgary stays with dining and entertainmentTravellers choosing Executive Suite amenitiesGuests wanting on-site leisure options

Hotel Blackfoot offers modern rooms and upscale quarters in Calgary, along with a seasonal pool, restaurant and comedy club. The hotel suits travellers seeking on-site dining and entertainment as part of their stay, with room options that include Executive Suites and access to a separate breakfast area with snacks, specialty coffee and drinks. The property also provides evening turn-down service in documented stays, while its facilities include an outdoor courtyard and key-card-controlled elevator access. It can also accommodate travel changes such as early check-in or late check-out when arranged.

Hotel Arts, Calgary#9
What stands out
  • Drop-off to full-service catering

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Hotel Arts

4.32,517 reviews
119 12 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0G8, Canada
Best for
Downtown leisure staysCorporate and group eventsDietary-conscious catering

Hotel Arts combines contemporary rooms, a seasonal outdoor pool and on-site dining in Calgary’s Beltline. It suits downtown stays, leisure weekends, corporate travel and celebrations, with restaurants, bars and local destinations close by. The property also operates as an event and catering venue, offering service levels from drop-off delivery to full-service support for conferences, weddings, galas, fundraisers and large banquets. Menus can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free and halal requirements, either on-site or at Calgary venues.

Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, Calgary#10
What stands out
  • Resort, casino and event centre

Grey Eagle Resort and Casino

4.210,491 reviews
3777 Grey Eagle Dr, Calgary, AB T3E 8H1, Canada
Best for
Entertainment-focused overnight staysConcerts and comedy events

Grey Eagle Resort and Casino combines casino gaming with accommodation, dining, an indoor pool and an event centre. It suits visitors planning an entertainment-focused stay, guests attending a concert or comedy show, and groups looking for dining and live events in one resort setting. The event centre is known for close seating to performers, while the resort also offers modern rooms and an on-site bar and restaurant. The venue’s programming includes singers, bands and comedians.

The comparison at a glance

#BusinessRatingReviewsBest for
#1Le Germain Hotel Calgary 4.61,244Downtown convention stays
#2Alt Hotel Calgary East Village 4.6995East Village city stays
#3Fairmont Palliser 4.53,928Historic downtown stays
#4Hyatt Regency Calgary 4.52,923City and business stays
#5Hotel Clique Calgary 4.52,489Airport stopovers and early flights
#6Applause Hotel by Clique Calgary Airport 4.5679Airport stays and short Calgary visits
#7Hotel Arts Kensington 4.5288Boutique Calgary weekend stays
#8Hotel Blackfoot 4.32,601Calgary stays with dining and entertainment
#9Hotel Arts 4.32,517Downtown leisure stays
#10Grey Eagle Resort and Casino 4.210,491Entertainment-focused overnight stays

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Resort locations across Calgary

Calgary’s resort choices span downtown, East Village, Beltline, Kensington and the airport area, with Grey Eagle offering an entertainment-focused setting. Downtown properties suit convention and city plans, while airport hotels work better for early flights or brief stopovers. Use the destination around your stay as a practical filter. Check travel time to the Saddledome, BMO Centre, TELUS Convention Centre, Calgary International Airport or planned Rockies day trips before booking.

Resort stay needs covered

  • Entertainment staysGrey Eagle Resort and Casino combines rooms with casino gaming, dining, an indoor pool and an event centre.
  • Downtown convention accommodationLe Germain, Fairmont Palliser and Hyatt Regency support city visits, conventions and formal events in central Calgary.
  • Airport stopoversHotel Clique Calgary and Applause Hotel by Clique Calgary Airport suit travellers needing accommodation close to Calgary International Airport.
  • Pools, spas and hot tubsListed properties include indoor or seasonal pools, spa facilities and rooftop hot tubs for on-site leisure.
  • Weddings and group eventsFairmont Palliser, Hyatt Regency and Hotel Arts provide event settings, while Alt Hotel offers shared lounge space for group occasions.
  • Dining and nightlifeRestaurants, bars, lounges, comedy, live music and event-centre programming support stays built around food and entertainment.

How to choose a Calgary resort

  1. Match the trip purposeAsk whether the stay is primarily for a concert, convention, wedding, airport connection, city break or Rockies day trip.
  2. Measure travel to the main venueCompare the practical journey to the TELUS Convention Centre, BMO Centre, Saddledome, Calgary International Airport or Calgary Tower.
  3. Check the on-site facilitiesConfirm whether you need a pool, spa, rooftop hot tub, restaurant, bar, lounge, gym or event space before choosing.
  4. Review group requirementsFor weddings or events, ask about shared rooms, lounge space, event facilities and any limitations such as the absence of suites for getting ready.
  5. Compare room configurationVerify whether the available room type meets your needs, such as suites, two queen beds, minifridges or a selected room’s soaker tub.

Frequently asked questions

Which Calgary resort is closest to the airport?

Hotel Clique Calgary is described as five minutes from Calgary International Airport. Applause Hotel by Clique Calgary Airport also focuses on airport stays and offers an airport shuttle, making both relevant for short connections or early flights.

Which resort suits a concert or comedy weekend?

Grey Eagle Resort and Casino is the clearest fit because it combines accommodation with an event centre, live singers, bands and comedians, plus dining, a bar, casino gaming and an indoor pool.

Can Calgary resorts accommodate weddings or conferences?

Several listed properties do. Fairmont Palliser provides event space for weddings and conferences, Hyatt Regency offers event space, and Hotel Arts operates as an event and catering venue for weddings, galas, conferences and banquets.

Which resort works for a downtown convention?

Le Germain Hotel Calgary is at the foot of Calgary Tower and steps from the TELUS Convention Centre. Fairmont Palliser and Hyatt Regency also suit central business, group and event stays with on-site hospitality facilities.

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