Alt Hotel Calgary University District

3.5 star property

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2 restaurants; lunch and dinner served
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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is $169
$152 nightly
$169 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

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482 McLaurin Street Northwest, Calgary, AB, T3B
  • Place, University of Calgary
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Olympic Oval
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(84 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Calgary

With a stay at Alt Hotel Calgary University District in Calgary (Northwest Calgary), you'll be steps from University of Calgary and 5 minutes by foot from Alberta Children's Hospital. .This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Market Mall and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Foothills Medical Centre.

What's nearby

  • University of Calgary - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Market Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Olympic Oval - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bow River - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • McMahon Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Brentood Station - 3 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 6 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Market Mall - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Una - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gong cha - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Calgary University District

Alt Hotel Calgary University District offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 155 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at Charcut Roast House, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Charcut Roast House - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered.
Connie and John's Pizza - This restaurant serves dinner only. Open select days.
Terre Cafe - Onsite café. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Charcut Roast House
  • Connie and John's Pizza
  • Terre Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2023
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Property is also known as

Alt Hotel Calgary University District Hotel
Alt Hotel Calgary University District Calgary
Alt Hotel Calgary University District Hotel Calgary

Alt Hotel Calgary University District Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1012 out of 1311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 1311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1311 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay, great views, great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jensyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, beautiful room, comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern rooms, great area and close to lots of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the Alt Hotels. Always a great stay and love the amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and staff very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean, modern rooms. Very quiet building and many amenities nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great hotel. Best coffee shop
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hallie L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, attentive staff, quiet stay, and excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean rooms. Lots of fresh towels. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Clean, beautiful amenities! Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Guia Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff, convenient cafe attached to the lobby with great coffee! underground heated parking also a great bonus especially in the winter
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, great restaurants, fabulous housekeeping! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, amenities, location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic sleep, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, modern and pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, beautiful room. Comfortable bed, nice bathroom, tons of amenities within walking distance. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool hotel with very friendly and welcoming staff. Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly reception staff, good loaction
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My room was spotless, such a clean professional hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026