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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Stampede Park in Calgary

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Room amenity
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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1020 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 1J2
  • Calgary Tower
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Stampede Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area) | Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Calgary

City center stay.Your stay at this Downtown Calgary hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. TELUS Spark and Bow River are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Calgary Tower - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • BMO Centre - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Stampede Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Scotiabank Saddledome - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 3 min walk
  • Calgary University Station - 13 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Donna Mac - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sucre Patisserie & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Moxies - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Element - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

Hotel near Stampede Park in Calgary
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Calgary hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG offers 57 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Calgary hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Calgary
Calgary Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Calgary South

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG is 13.5 mi (24-min drive) away from the Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG on Oct 5, 2025 start from $107.01, excluding 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Cowboys Casino (3-min drive) and Elbow River Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG to downtown Calgary?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG is 0.7 mi away from Calgary.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 448 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sneha

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Odessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great! Room was very nice and I loved how this hotel was walking distance to many places
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Taiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

janett

Nothing was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have their own parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, location is good, right next to grocery store for cheap snacks and drinks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with partner
The staff was very nice. Location out on the edge of downtown. Not as nice as area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xinrui

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

6/10 Okay

trent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paulyne Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anouar el

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy bed and friendly staff.

The nicest staff you would ever meet. From the front desk staff to the breakfast staff to the housekeepers, they were always extremely helpful and friendly. The king bed we slept in was so comfortable that we didn't want to get up. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherrymaine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wajiha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Few minutes walk from downtown, this is a great place to rest up during a vacation. Breakfast was great and the staff was awesome! I would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prajakta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for a nice comfortable stay. The staff is extremely helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Bed bugs and poor management

This is the single worst holiday inn express I have ever encountered. The management are liars, they gaslight you, bed bugs and they charge your card without authorization. DO NOT STAY HERE if you have other options.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ellen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and eager to help and the breakfast was very good. Unfortunately the hotel was a bit shabby and hasn't aged very well. I found the pictures were misleading and unfortunately there were drug users in the parking lot, not sure if the hotel can really do anything about that though.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajwinder

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday Inn is horrible

Worst stay yet. Holiday Inn is horrible. Told there was ample parking. Got there and no spots at all. Had to pay $30 to park across the street. Checked in and room was beside the elevator. All night all you could hear was the elevator or the street noise , sirens and construction. If that didnt wake you up the heater / air conditioner unit was so loud it woke you up every time it came on. Never stay with Holiday Inn again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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