University District
Calgary
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Popular places to visit
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Alberta Children's Hospital
If Alberta Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.
Olympic Oval
Catch an event at Olympic Oval during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Trans Canada Pipeline Arch
Find out about the history of Calgary with a stop at Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Foothills Athletic Park
Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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 University District
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Courteous staff that found us a fan for our room. The room design was .... Choices were made. There's a frosted glass wall in the shower, which means you can see the other person silhouette in the shower. Plus turning on the bathroom light will illuminate the whole room. So be careful using the washroom ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Aloft Calgary University
Staff were lovely. Rooms are clean. The pool was great, it would be nice to have a slide or hot tub, but overall it’s comfortable. Breakfast was poor at best. Re-heated leftovers (turkey) were dry, scrambled eggs from a bag weren’t cooked well, pancake machine wasn’t running so disappointing.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Staff and cleaning was awesome. Only complaint would be the dog fee charge was INSANELY high. Like insane. $100 for 2 nights. My dog was super well behaved, never barked, never made a mess. I cleaned up after him outside. He didn’t shed everywhere or wreck anything. I get paying a fee usually it’s ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Very good staff. Breakfast and rooms were great
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Clean courteous good breakfast shower supplies had not been filled.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
Kensington
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
