Kensington
Calgary
Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
You can take time to visit Stampede Park during your travels to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Canada Olympic Park
Ski the slopes, take a bobsled ride, catch an ice hockey game and tackle mountain biking trails at this park that was opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Top hotels in Kensington
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Always friendly staff. Elevators are getting a bit shaky and the building is showing it's age in places but it's clean
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Clean rooms, fitness facilities and pool were awesome
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Helpful staff!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Room was very clean, modern, and comfortable. The staff at the front desk and lounge were great.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Smaller room then we normally have and no breakfast included
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Quick check in, clean comfortable room. Great breakfast and excellent service from server at buffet
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Cowboys Casino and Stampede Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital and Cliff Bungalow-Mission Community Association are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
