Holiday Inn Express and Suites Calgary by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
7.8 (1241 reviews)
1020 8th Avenue Southwest , Calgary , ca

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Nice breakfast
Clean rooms
Cons:
Poor bathroom cleanliness
Noisy hallways
Safety concerns in the area

Categories

Cleanliness
6.44
Bathroom cleanliness mentioned as poor, with issues of mildew and mold.
Service
8.41
Staff is frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.45
Location noted as excellent and close to downtown.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms were mentioned as clean and spacious, though some had issues.
Amenities
7.43
Amenities such as breakfast and parking were positively noted.
Value for Money
8.39
Guests generally found it a good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Breakfast was frequently praised as very nice.
Overall Experience
7.41
Overall pleasant experience with some issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:33

Property Description

Modern Amenities
42” flat-screen cable TVs, free WiFi, and a work desk in each room ensure a comfortable stay. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker in their rooms.

Convenient Facilities
The hotel offers an on-site fitness centre, business centre, and laundry facilities for guests' convenience. The 24-hour front desk ensures assistance is always available.

Prime Location
Located just 700m from the Kensington shopping area and close to attractions like the Telus Convention Centre and Jack Singer Concert Hall, the Calgary Holiday Inn Express is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Book now for a memorable stay at the Calgary Holiday Inn Express!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YYC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1241 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.44
Service: 8.41
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.43
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 7.41
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Amanda • solo_traveller • br
7
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Foning Delors • couple • ca
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • couple • au
6
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Nele Elisabeth • couple • de
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • ca
10
It was amazing and relaxing
Pros:

So quite and clean

Cons:

The area, there is a lot of homeless near the area

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
8
Sehr solide, für eine Nacht völlig in Ordnung.
Pros:

Sehr solide, für eine Nacht völlig in Ordnung.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • ca
7
Pros:

Underground parking
Included breakfast

Cons:

Bathroom shower needs some renovation, paint was peeling.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Patrice • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Maria Emilia fernanda • extended_group • mx
7
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • couple • de
7
Gutes Hotel um Calgary zu Fuß zu erkunden
Pros:

Man konnte die Stadt zu Fuß erkunden und benötigte kein Auto

Cons:

Die Lage war nicht so toll. Einige Obdachlose und Junkies hielten sich in der Nähe auf. Es gab keine Möglichkeiten in dirkter Nähe noch etwas trinken oder Essen zu gehen.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • solo_traveller • ca
7
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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karen • family_with_children • ca
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Jie • couple • ca
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Ali • solo_traveller • pk
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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liliane • extended_group • be
8
Pros:

Très grande chambre !
Réception très sympathique 😊
Très bien situé !

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • couple • au
9
Overall good stay for pre flight.
Pros:

Location and rooms

Cons:

Food wasnt up to scratch for the price. Ordered sausages and bacon from menu. It arrived with no bacon, and garlic bread was too salty to eat.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Faris Nabil • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Accommodating staff, breakfast was great. Bed was comfy

Cons:

Hotel was dated, could do with a freshen up.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Zoltán • couple • hu
7
OK for a short stay
Pros:

Big and well equipped room, simple but diverse breakfast, attentive and helpful stuff, private parking lot, AC in the room, Location is ca. 20min walk from downtown

Cons:

High noise level came into the room from the street and close by parking lot (so much so that we first thought that the windows were left open but unfortunately not), Parking is open air and due to nearby constructions, the car was covered with dust and sand

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Matthew Liew • solo_traveller • sg
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Alejandro • solo_traveller • us
9
Comfortable Stay
Pros:

Staff was very nice and helpful

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee