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Fairmont PalliservsSandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, The Fairmont Palliser scores significantly higher than Sandman Hotel Calgary City Centre. The Fairmont Palliser comes in at 90 with praise from 8 publications like Fodor's, Frommer's and Jetsetter.
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
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel Frommer's Lonely Planet Rough Guide Star Service
888 7th Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 3J3, Canada
From $76/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This hotel on the west end of downtown is one of Calgary's best deals." Full review
Lonely Planet "Basically whatever your age or travelling style, this hotel is big enough to accommodate everyone." Full review
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Check out the cheap weekend specials.
Rough Guide "Excellent mid-range hotel in a high-rise block, with three hundred clean, modern rooms, all with private bathrooms. Very handy for the free C-Train. $129."
Star Service "This 23-story high-rise is one of the best bargains in Calgary, although with a bargain comes a tradeoff in modern decor and amenities." Full review
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Units ending in -15 and -16 are the largest, and are worth requesting at the time of booking.
