12 Best Hotels in Calgary, Alberta

Inspired by Oscar Wilde's novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, this boutique property is one of the city's newest hotels providing guests with a sense of exclusivity. The comfortable guest rooms have all the things you need, and some you didn't, like fantastic wallpaper and dark plush accents. On-site dining options include the ground floor Prologue cafe which is great for breakfast and lunch, and the Wilde, a cocktail lounge and restaurant with incredible city views on the 27th floor. If you feel moved to read the book, there's a copy in every room.

This recently renovated Marriott boutique hotel is one of several cheaper offerings in what Calgarians know as Motel Village. Near the University of Calgary, McMahon Stadium, and the Foothills Hospital, Aloft is conveniently located and offers easy access to Downtown and the Stampede Grounds via the C-train.

Located right inside Calgary International Airport, this hotel offers convenience and comfort for those flying in or out of Calgary at night or early in the morning. A 24-hour fitness center, a gorgeous indoor pool, and an upscale restaurant and bar will more than serve your needs as you begin your vacation or head for home.

In a 1912 heritage home, this B&B is near the restaurants, pubs, and shopping venues of Calgary's Mission District and is a 20-minute walk from downtown. Each room is uniquely appointed and has a private bath. Breakfast is a highlight and features such items as eggs prepared to order, homemade pastries, waffles, juice, coffee, and fruit.

This recently renovated first-class high-rise is within easy walking distance of the main business district as well as major attractions. Rooms are decent-size and contemporary, and those on the upper floors have good views. The sunny lobby with its lush foliage adds to the lively setting. The hotel has many business amenities, including a complimentary sedan for business trips Downtown.

Built in 1914 as Calgary's grand railroad hotel, the Palliser remains the city's most elegant accommodation. Guest rooms are tastefully appointed with traditional furnishings and have ornate moldings and high ceilings. The Hawthorn restaurant on-site is excellent. A covered Plus 15 walkway connects the hotel to the performing arts center and the Glenbow Museum.

In the heart of the Beltline district, Hotel Arts is a hipper alternative to the business-oriented chains found Downtown. Well-appointed rooms range from large luxury suites to smaller studios, and most have a balcony overlooking the pool or 12th Avenue. The award-winning Yellow Door Bistro serves bistro-style food. Complimentary commuter bikes will get you efficiently around the Beltline district and Downtown.

A short walk from Calgary’s business center, Hotel Arts Kensington (formerly the Kensington Riverside Inn) is a stylish boutique hotel with views of the Bow River and the Downtown skyline. Ten-foot ceilings, stylish furnishings, and a unique art collection give this hotel a European feel, and most of the large, well-appointed rooms have great views. If you don’t feel like going out, the in-house Oxbow Restaurant and Lounge serves excellent food and drinks.

Turn-of-the-19th-century buildings combine with a state-of-the-art tower at this 21-story luxury hotel. The collection of paintings, sculptures, and other artwork in the hotel's public areas and guest rooms (a C$1.4 million collection) showcases 50 western Canadian artists. A mahogany canoe hangs from the lobby ceiling, and historical photographs and displays convey the pioneer spirit that helped to settle the West. The hotel is linked to the Telus Convention Centre.

Attention to the smallest detail sets apart this charming inn. Rooms are spacious and have fireplaces, patios, or balconies, and heated towel racks in the bathrooms. Each morning a coffee tray and newspaper appear at your door, and a gourmet breakfast is a short walk away in the dining room. Cookies are served in the lobby all day, and evening hors d'oeuvres are served in the parlor. Callebaut chocolates are part of the turn-down service. Ask for a riverfront room on the second floor if you want to enjoy a nice city view. Heated underground parking is included in the rates.

Views from this all-suites hotel take in downtown, the river, and the park. An international newsstand and currency exchange are among the amenities. The elegant glass lobby and an outdoor patio adjoin the Eau Claire Market and Prince's Island Park. The Plus 15 indoor walkway leads to downtown, and the nearby outdoor path system follows the Bow River. Suites are plush, with full-size desks and comfortable, duvet-dressed beds.

Excellent views from this all-suites hotel take in Downtown, the river, and the park. An international newsstand and currency exchange are among the amenities. The elegant glass lobby and an outdoor patio adjoin the Eau Claire Market and Prince's Island Park. Suites have full-size desks and comfortable, duvet-dressed beds.