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This hotel is centrally located, close to the trendy 17th Avenue district with its numerous shops and restaurants. It is near to Stampede Park, the business district, the Talisman Centre at Lindsay Park, the Calgary Tower, the Glenbow Museum and the convention centre. The city centre is just a 15-minute walk away and guests will find restaurants, bars, nightspots, links to the public transport network and shops in the immediate vicinity of the hotel. Banff ski region is just a 90-minute car journey away.
The hotel welcomes guests in a 16-storey building with a lift and 123 non-smoking rooms. English- and French-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. A baggage storage service, safe, cash machine and drinks machine are available. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The hotel offers a number of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, medical assistance, a transfer service, an alarm call service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycles can be kept in the bicycle storage area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) ensure optimal comfort. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including golf, a gym, aerobics, a spa, a sauna and a steam bath.
There is a breakfast room on the premises. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.
1330 8th Street S.W.
Check-in from 4:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM
Very Good
1350 reviewsUser: alex s
Trip type: Family
Nice place to stay when you and Calgary downtown
I had an awesome stay for two days. The staff were very friendly. The room was great The bathroom was very nicely set up. The hotel itself very inviting. and very well kept I would recommend this hotel. it’s an awesome place to stay in the downtown easy to get…
User: sam s
Trip type: Solo travel
My Stay
All staff were very helpful and nice. Rooms looked great, over all, my stay was great. george dahbour, Owner at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown, responded to this review Thank you for sharing your experience with us.We’re delighted to hear that our team…
User: Amber S
Trip type: Business
Can't accommodate guests, overcrowding and overcharging.
Awful, bad communication from staff. No accountability for parking or vehicles being towed. Hard to navigate if you're not used to downtown. It's skety in the area. We had to leave at 6 am to be sure our vehicle wasnt towed and we had to keep checking to make…
User: Darcy K
Trip type: Business
Front Desk Anna is an All Star!
I stayed at the Best Western Plus Suites Downtown while on a business trip to Calgary in February 2026. When I checked in, I was greeted at the front desk by Anna. Anna's warm welcome really set the tone for my entire stay. Anna was friendly, cheerful, helpful…
User: Stephen C
Trip type: Solo travel
Excellent hotel.
Large,clean rooms with excellent front dek service. george dahbour, Owner at Best Western Plus Suites Downtown, responded to this review Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the room wa…
