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HI Calgary City CentrevsFairmont Palliser
HI Calgary City Centre and The Fairmont Palliser are both recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Fairmont Palliser scores significantly better than HI Calgary City Centre. The Fairmont Palliser comes in at 90 with praise from 8 publications such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Star Service.
HI Calgary City Centre
Frommer's
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
520 7th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G0J6, Canada
From $55/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
Frommer's "The 120 beds at the Calgary hostel are the city's most affordable lodgings -- but there are reasons beyond economy to stay here." Full review
Rough Guide "Sociable hostel in a slightly seedy area close to downtown, two blocks east of City Hall and the free section of the C-Train."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"For the budget-minded, this pleasant hostel is one of your only options for the price in Calgary." Full review
Fairmont Palliser
Fodor's Rough Guide
Star Service
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide Frommer's Lonely Planet
133 9th Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Alberta T2P 2M3, Canada
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Built in 1914 as Calgary's grand railroad hotel, the Palliser remains the city's most elegant accommodation." Full review
Rough Guide "If you’re after traditional style, superb service and excellent facilities, it’s all here."
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Avoid the rooms overlooking the rail tracks.
Star Service "The Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion is next door, joined to the hotel by a grand hall showcasing eight vintage train cars that are available for private dinner parties." Full review
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Humidifiers, microwave ovens and small refrigerators are free upon request.
Jetsetter "Century-old landmark hotel in the center of Calgary, with an indoor pool and full-service day spa." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This historic landmark hotel, located in the heart of Calgary, offers a classic style, excellent service and a range of amenities for both business and leisure travellers." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide "Standing in the shadow of an iconic tower in the heart of downtown, Fairmont Palliser has been Calgary’s most well-known luxury property since opening its doors in 1914." Full review
Frommer's "This historic landmark has deep roots in the Calgary community. Rooms here are notoriously cramped, as in most urban hotels of this vintage, but they retain an old-world elegance typical of Fairmont. " Full review
Lonely Planet "The Palliser has a deep regal feel to it, unlike anything else within the city limits. All 407 rooms are elegant, classic, beautiful and worth every penny." Full review
