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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Calgary Tower

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In downtown Calgary, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary offers a convenient retreat near the iconic Calgary Tower. Start your day with a to-go breakfast, stay active at the gym or get work done at the business center - all while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Guests rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area) | Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 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 Double Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2016
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Calgary, a neighborhood in Calgary, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG is near a metro station. Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Canada Olympic Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Calgary TELUS Convention Centre or Stampede Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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1020 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 1J2

What's nearby

  • TELUS Spark - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bow River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stephen Avenue - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Calgary Tower - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 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
  • ‪Dicken's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moxies Calgary Downtown Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Namsun Korean Cuisine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Loophole Coffee Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG

Hotel near Calgary Tower
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A vending machine, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 57 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 15.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
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

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG on Jan 26, 2026 start from $81.93, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Calgary, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of TELUS Spark, Calgary Tower, and Calgary TELUS Convention Centre. Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome are also within 3 mi (5 km). Downtown West-Kerby Station and 8th Street SW Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a smaller hotel the room was great! And it was quiet, clean, and well laid out. We have stayed in many downtown hotels and this is one of our favorites now.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing!!! Beautiful room with incredible views of Calgary!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was to be expected, clean and plenty of room Breakfast is very disappointing! Paper plates and plastic knives and forks! Powdered eggs and a very cozy room!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and welcoming! It was clean, well stocked, and the pancakes at the breakfast bar were yummy. It was also very close to our concert venue, only a quick 5 minute walk away. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Breda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Variety of breakfast food. Centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Roomwas clean. Had a good 2 nights stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a comfortable staycation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very nice and easy to approach the receptionist.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, central location to downtown Calgary, close to the train and shopping! Morning breakfast was great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sazini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inside property it was great clean, easy to access grocery shops, free parking, staff amazing, good breakfast options the downfall the hotel surrounded by homeless people especially at night.In overall l enjoyed my stay would definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a clean and decent hotel. The staff are friendly specially hazel the front desk officer. I love that they change the towels and clean the room everyday. Although i wish their breakfast has more choices. But all in all it was a great experience. I will definitely stay again here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was relatively clean and breakfast bar was good, but the surrounding area is sketchy even in the day time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and welcome Front Staff. I enjoyed the hot buffet but it was limited and they run out of food an hour before closing with no explanation. Great convenient location, walkable to restaurants, and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and smell so good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna Clark-Tufts Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient. The parking was included that saves $30 a day! Breakfast is included and amazing. It was clean and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samjhana

Customer service was amazing and free breakfast and also the room was cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

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

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with free parking, a bonus for downtown Calgary.
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

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to train station. Good location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking downtown Calgary included. Staff was nice. Warm breakfast was ok, but eggs and hashbrowns were soso. Included in price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025