Alt Hotel Calgary University District

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Alt Hotels
9 (754 reviews)
482 Mclaurin St, NW , Calgary , ca

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Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and well-maintained rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Convenient location near amenities
Cons:
High parking fees
Limited breakfast options
Small room sizes with inadequate storage

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Cleanliness
9.39
Guests frequently praised cleanliness with comments about spotless rooms and well-maintained facilities.
Service
9.36
Overall, the service was rated highly with many mentions of friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.4
The hotel's location received positive feedback for its convenience and accessibility to local amenities.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms were comfortable, but some mentioned issues such as small sizes and lack of storage options.
Amenities
8.38
Amenities were generally well-received, though some guests noted missing features like a pool or breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.84
The high parking fee was a common concern, affecting perceptions of value, but guests still felt they received good service for their stay.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Breakfast offerings were criticized for being insufficiently stocked, impacting the overall dining experience.
Overall Experience
9.36
Guests overall were satisfied with their experience, highlighting the enjoyable aspects despite some minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 02:55

Property Description

Modern Comfort and Convenience

Alt Hotel Calgary University District offers a modern stay in Calgary with a fitness centre, free WiFi, and air-conditioned rooms. Enjoy city views from select rooms and stay productive with a desk and business centre access.

Relaxation and Hospitality

Unwind in the hotel's snack bar or explore the nearby attractions like Calgary Tower and Devonian Gardens. With bilingual staff and 24/7 reception, your needs are always taken care of at Alt Hotel.

Prime Location

Conveniently situated near McMahon Stadium and Calgary International Airport, Alt Hotel Calgary University District provides easy access to key destinations in the city. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Animals are welcome at the hotel, but their presence must be communicated when booking. A fee of $45 per stay applies, and only one pet is allowed per room. Our little friends cannot be left unattended in the establishment, including your room.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.

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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 754 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Tarminder Pal • couple • ca
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Sinaei • family_with_children • ca
9
Pros:

Very clarn bright room ,love the location because it is close to my work. Staffs were polite and welcoming.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Hadeel • couple • sa
4
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Buendia • couple • ca
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Mél • extended_group • ca
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • family_with_children • ca
9
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • ca
7
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Free parking in 2hour zones on weekends

Cons:

Less texts. Provide cafe menu in the room.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • ca
7
Cons:

No fridge in the room

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • fr
10
On était heureux de découvrir ce quartier.
Pros:

On était ravi de notre séjour. Le quartier est sympa et l'hôtel est nickel.

Cons:

La propreté, la qualité des équipements, le style... tout bon.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alexis • couple • ca
9
Really nice hotel and staff!
Pros:

Very clean hotel and super friendly staff. Loved the room darkening blinds on the beautiful floor to ceiling windows.

Cons:

$20 a night for parking was a bit steep, would be nice if it was included with your stay.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • extended_group • ca
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • family_with_children • ca
8
Comfortable stay in a very attractive, upbeat location!
Pros:

The location is awesome!
The hotel lobby and seating area is really nice.

Cons:

The shower wasn’t awful but I didn’t love the open concept where water got everywhere— the bath mat would just get soaked when we would use the shower.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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LEONA • couple • ca
10
Comfortable
Pros:

Clean , staff were great

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • family_with_children • ca
10
Modern hotel in a nice neighborhood
Pros:

I flown to Calgary for work a number of times and usually stayed at one of the airport hotels. A family road trip got me exploring other hotel options, and I'm glad to have found Alt Hotel Calgary University District. Although the property is located on U of C grounds, the University District is a residential area with lots of ground floor shops. There were lots of shops within walking distance of the hotel (restaurants, grocery store, cinema, and more) which was hugely conveniently. CF Market Hall, an upscale shopping centre, was just a short drive away.

The hotel itself was new and the only tower in the area. Our room was on the 10th floor which had a lovely view. The room was modern and clean. The bathroom was well laid out. Paid parking was available at a cost with in/out privilege. The parking garage was safe and well lite. The lobby had a lot of space for hanging out.

Cons:

Limited food options, particularly breakfast, at the hotel. We wanted to leave early one morning to explore and didn't want to wait for restaurants in the neighbourhood to open, so I brought some yogurt and fruit from the grocery store across the street the night before to eat in the morning.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Location and cleanliness were perfect for my stay

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Kennedy • solo_traveller • ca
9
Absolutely lovely.
Pros:

Room was exceptional. Bathroom was beautiful!

Cons:

No microwave in the room. A girl couldn’t even make popcorn or heat up her food.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee