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Alt Hotel Calgary University District

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near University of Calgary

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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482 McLaurin Street Northwest, Calgary, AB, T3B
  • Place, University of Calgary
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alberta Children's Hospital
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Calgary

Northwest Calgary stay.At this Northwest Calgary hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of University of Calgary and Alberta Children's Hospital. Also, Market Mall is within half a mile (1 km) and Foothills Medical Centre is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Calgary - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Alberta Children's Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Market Mall - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Olympic Oval - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Foothills Medical Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Brentood Station - 3 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 6 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Market Mall - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Native Tongues - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shwarma Palace - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Una - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Calgary University District

3.5-star hotel near University of Calgary
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Alt Hotel Calgary University District. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Calgary hotel is smoke free.

  • 155 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 2023
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Alt Hotel Calgary University District offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

  • Pets: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Property is also known as

Alt Hotel Calgary University District Hotel
Alt Hotel Calgary University District Calgary
Alt Hotel Calgary University District Hotel Calgary

Frequently asked questions

How close is Alt Hotel Calgary University District to the airport?

Alt Hotel Calgary University District is 14.3 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 Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alt Hotel Calgary University District on Mar 29, 2026 start from $110, 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.

Does Alt Hotel Calgary University District have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alt Hotel Calgary University District.

Does Alt Hotel Calgary University District offer free breakfast?

Alt Hotel Calgary University District does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Cowboys Casino (12-min drive) and Elbow River Casino (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

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

Is there free parking at Alt Hotel Calgary University District?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 20 per day.

Does Alt Hotel Calgary University District have a pool?

Alt Hotel Calgary University District does not have a pool.

Does Alt Hotel Calgary University District have a restaurant?

Alt Hotel Calgary University District is home to Charcut Roast House, which features happy hour.

Does Alt Hotel Calgary University District have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Alt Hotel Calgary University District to downtown Calgary?

Alt Hotel Calgary University District is 4 mi away from Calgary.

Alt Hotel Calgary University District Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 903 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1178 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location, walkable to many shops and restaurants. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and well-appointed. Staff were friendly and courteous. The check-in/out and parking processes were seamless. The location is excellent, with lots of dining and shopping options within walking distance. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others and look forward to returning in future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chui, Vancouver

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seraya, Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient location, close to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Folusho

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the room. The bed was comfortable. Hotel location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fabulous, as is the location and facility! Clean, convenient, and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great access to amenities, fabulous room!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olateju

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent. Everything I needed. Their shower products are top line. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seraya, Edmonton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seraya, Edmonton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Front desk team was helpful, courteous and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl and Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and hotel, in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Don

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, ease at check in and check out
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025