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About the Hotel
169 University Gate North West,
Calgary,
Canada,
T2N 1N4,
Alberta
University Of Calgary Accommodations And Events hotel is situated within the campus of the University of Calgary in Southern Alberta. This facility features a combination of contemporary rooms and dormitory-style accommodations, catering to a range of visitors. The venue offers extensive event spaces suitable for various functions and conferences.
Location
Located just 20 kilometers from downtown Calgary, the venue provides convenient access to local attractions and shopping centers. Hotel Alma University Of Calgary is within walking distance of various campus amenities, including lecture halls and the university's extensive green spaces. Public transportation options are accessible, enhancing connectivity to the surrounding area.
Rooms
All guestrooms at Hotel Alma University Of Calgary include amenities such as free WiFi, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Each of the 200 rooms features either one or two single beds designed for comfort. Additional room types include dormitory apartments with shared facilities, available from mid-May to mid-August annually.
Eat & Drink
Nearby dining options at University Of Calgary Accommodations And Events provide various food services, including popular outlets like Starbucks and Tim Hortons. Catering services for events range from gourmet breakfasts to lunch buffets and evening receptions. Vending machines offer beverages and snacks throughout the hotel.
Leisure & Business
Recreational amenities at Hotel Alma University Of Calgary consist of an indoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness center. The property also facilitates business needs with over 42,000 square feet of multi-purpose conference space equipped for presentations and social events. Event planners are available to assist with all aspects of event organization and catering.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spotless Washroom!
I was impressed by how clean and spacious the shared bathroom was; it made my stay feel very comfortable and sanitary.view full review
Handy Kitchenette!
Having a kitchenette in our room was a game changer! It was convenient to cook simple meals and store snacks with the fridge and microwave.view full review
Cozy & Clean!
The bedroom had a pristine white duvet and a hygienic plastic cover that made me feel secure and relaxed for a good night's sleep.view full review
Spacious Room!
I loved the ample space in my room, along with multiple light fixtures and thoughtful design, which made it feel both stylish and functional.view full review
General
Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Sundry/Convenience shop
Gift/Newsstand
Vending machines
Multilingual staff
Sports & Fitness
Tennis court
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Microwave
Services
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Newspaper service
Dining
Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Picnic area/ Tables
Free breakfast
Business
Conference room
Children
Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Indoor swimming pool
Steam room
Room features
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Microwave
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
169 University Gate North West,
Calgary,
Canada,
T2N 1N4,
Alberta
Map view
169 University Gate North West,
Calgary,
Canada,
T2N 1N4,
Alberta
City landmarks
1817 Crowchild Trail NW
McMahon Stadium
1.6
km
Park
Edworthy Park
2.3
km
Shopping Area
Market Mall
2.7
km
On University of Calgary Campus
Garden of Learning Sculpture
680 m
2500 University Dr NW (University of Calgary campus near CTrain's University Station)
Magyar Centennial Gateway
710 m
750 Campus Drive NW
Nature an Eternal Mystery Sculpture
1.0
km
Mall
Brentwood Village Shopping Centre
1.1
km
Park
Blakiston Park
1.5
km
2032 Chicoutimi Dr NW
Splash Park
1.7
km
Bridge
John Hextall Bridge
2.8
km
905 30 Ave NW
Confederation Park
3.4
km
175 Bow River Pathway
Lowery Gardens
2.7
km
Tower
Calgary Tower
6.0
km
Park
Riley Park
3.6
km
Park
Dalton Park
3.1
km
1704 14 Ave NW
Robert the Bruce Statue
3.2
km
Park
Nose Hill Park
4.5
km
Hillhurst Sunnyside Park
3.4
km
1131 Kensington Rd NW Th 10
Kensington
4.2
km
Mall
Westbrook Mall
3.8
km
Mall
Walmart Westbrook Supercentre
3.9
km
Store
Safeway Kensington Calgary
4.0
km
1009 4 Ave SW
Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery
4.5
km
Nearby
Stadium
Olympic Oval
300 m
University
University of Calgary
510 m
2500 University Dr NW
Trans Canada Pipeline Arch
510 m
Gallery
Nickle Arts Museum
510 m
2500 University Dr NW
Spire Sculpture
510 m
2500 University Dr NW Science Theatres Lobby
Zipper Sculpture
510 m
2500 University Dr NW
Prairie Chicken Sculpture
510 m
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant
130 m
2500 University Dr NW
Good Earth Coffeehouse
140 m
856 Campus Place NW University of Calgary / ICT Building
Last Defence Lounge
510 m
At #350 Macewan Student Centre University of Calgary 2500 University Dr NW
Kobe Beef
450 m
2500 University Dr NW
The Den
510 m
2500 University Dr NW Lower Level
Jugo Juice
510 m
2500 University Dr NW Macewan Student Centre
Subway
510 m
2500 University Dr NW Macewan Student Ctr Unit #115A
La Prep
500 m
2500 University Dr NW Suite 297
Zoca
500 m
2500 University Dr NW
Brew & Blendz
500 m
2500 University Dr NW Haskayne School of Business
Domino's Pizza #39001
500 m
40-3500 24 Ave NW Yamnuska Hall
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
friendly staff
great location
small rooms
noise from air ventilators
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
7.5
Location
8.0
Service
7.2
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 38 reviews
7.6
7.6/10based on 491 reviews
Cecil
United Kingdom,
June
2024
6.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but it gets too cold, especially with the shared bathroom and kitchenette setup. However, the service left something to be desired, with issues like leaving our door open. The location by Calgary University was convenient for my needs, but the dining options were limited and of mediocre quality.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, albeit a bit too cold. The shared bathroom and kitchenette were a downside.
Service
5.0
The service was not ideal. While they changed our room, the incident of leaving our door open was a major concern.
Location
8.0
The location at Calgary University was very good for my purposes, offering quick access to university buildings.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were rather limited and of mediocre quality, with boiled eggs and yogurt being the main offerings.
Facilities
6.0
Spencer
United Kingdom,
June
2024
8.2/10
The hotel's rooms were small but had everything necessary, including an armoire, desk, queen bed, good-sized bathroom with a tub/shower, air-conditioning, mini-kitchen with microwave and fridge, and a TV. The price was very reasonable, but the noise coming from the air ventilators in one of the rooms was a bit of a downside.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms had everything I needed and were equipped with essential amenities.
Service
9.0
The service at this hotel was awesome and very helpful. The staff, particularly the desk and Maria in the bar, went out of their way to assist me, even replacing items daily.
Location
8.0
The location of the hotel was exactly where I expected it to be, on University Drive in NE Calgary, a short drive from downtown. The proximity to the train station was a bonus.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was fantastic, with an abundance of fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, and a hot buffet. The price for the dining options was reasonable.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities at the hotel were great, offering dry cleaning, laundry, and newspaper services. The shared kitchenette and bathroom were convenient but shared with another bedroom in the unit.
friendly staff
small rooms
Harry
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.2/10
The hotel is tucked away on the University of Calgary's campus in a quiet spot, providing a great location close to public transport and the university. The rooms offer a handy kitchenette, but the lack of utensils may be inconvenient. The service is friendly and helpful, going the extra mile with parking assistance. Dining options are centered around the student dining center with organic products on offer.
Rooms
8.0
The room was exactly what one would expect from a university residence, with a convenient kitchenette but lacking utensils.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, especially with parking tickets and daily replacements.
Location
9.0
The hotel's exceptional location on the University of Calgary campus offers great proximity to amenities and public transport.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience is focused on the student dining center offering organic products.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities meet expectations, catering well to university visitors.
William
United States,
May
2024
8.4/10
The hotel offers fashionable and very clean rooms that, despite being a bit small, are functional and comfortable. The service was helpful and friendly, even accommodating an early check-in request. Its prime location near the LRT and university campus makes it a quiet and pleasant stay. The dining experience provided good options with room for improvement. Overall, a value-for-money choice with great facilities.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are fashionable and very clean, offering everything needed.
Service
9.0
The service was very helpful and friendly, going above and beyond to assist.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, a short walk to the LRT and university campus.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had excellent options but could be further improved.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities are top-notch with everything needed for a comfortable stay.
George
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.6/10
As an undergraduate student, the hotel room was well-equipped with a fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and good cable TV. However, the additional parking fee of $10 per vehicle per night made the room seem overpriced. The service staff at Aurora Hall were rude regarding parking inquiries but overall are friendly and helpful. The location is excellent for university visits and accessing the Foothills Hospital, being close to an LRT station for easy downtown trips. The dining experience offered good quality hot and cold items, though it felt like a hostel at times. The facilities were satisfactory.
Rooms
8.0
The room was equipped with essential amenities for a comfortable stay.
Service
7.0
The service staff were helpful and friendly overall, despite a negative encounter at Aurora Hall.
Location
9.0
The location is great for university-related visits and accessing the Foothills Hospital.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience provided good quality hot and cold items, suitable for the student population.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were adequate for the stay.
Michael
United States,
May
2024
6.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The location was fantastic, close to the train station and university campus, making it convenient. The room, although small, had some useful amenities but lacked direct communication with the front desk. The service was a letdown, with staff being polite but lacking empathy and at times, even rude. The dining experience was inconsistent, with disappointing options at the student dining center. Despite some drawbacks, the facilities were satisfactory overall.
Rooms
6.0
The room was small but had a shelf, desk, and wardrobe, suitable for one person. It was decently equipped for a comfortable stay.
Service
5.0
The staff seemed friendly and accommodating initially but lacked empathy for tired travelers and were occasionally rude, leaving a negative impression.
Location
8.0
The location was great, especially for those visiting the nearby university campus and accessing public transportation easily.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience at the student center was very disappointing, not meeting expectations with limited options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided were adequate overall for a short stay, but there was room for improvement.
Joseph
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.6/10
Staying at this hotel was like experiencing a cozy and convenient alternative to a traditional hotel stay. The rooms were great and comfortable, offering a private space with all the essentials one would need. The service was mixed, with some room for improvement in understanding guests' needs. The location was incredibly convenient, being situated inside the university campus and close to downtown Calgary. Dining options were limited but satisfactory, and the facilities met expectations.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were exactly what I would have expected in a real hotel, with a good setup including a shelf, desk, wardrobe, and full body mirror.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit of a mixed bag, with some areas of improvement needed in empathy training for weary travelers, although the staff were friendly and responsive overall.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was incredibly convenient, being situated inside the university campus and just a short drive to downtown Calgary. It was a relief not having to rely on a car once we checked in.
Dining
6.0
Dining options were somewhat limited in the student dining center, but the continental breakfast was satisfying.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided everything needed for a comfortable stay.
William
United States,
March
2024
7.8/10
The hotel offered me the 'solution' of charging an expensive rate to change my room, which was one of the corners between other rooms, locked off from another area where there was a shared bathroom and a shared kitchenette shared with the other lock-off bedroom in the same unit. However, it was convenient to open the shower door without hitting the bathroom door.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, albeit with an expensive rate for changing rooms.
Service
8.0
The staff was helpful, guiding us to the hotel and assisting with parking tickets we received for parking in the wrong area of the nearby parkade. They were attentive and effective overall, although there was an instance of rudeness at Bistro Alma.
Location
9.0
The location was A+ amazing, being exceptional and tucked away on the University of Calgary's campus in a quiet spot. While the proximity to downtown Calgary was convenient, it was slightly lacking in free parking options.
Dining
7.0
The dining was mediocre the first morning but slightly improved the second day. Despite offering yogurt, bottled juice, and other goodies, the pricing of $10 per person felt a bit high, especially considering the additional cost for parking.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-equipped, offering dry cleaning, laundry, and newspaper services.
Walter
United Kingdom,
March
2024
5.8/10
The hotel rooms were really clean and comfy, equipped with a good desk, large bed, quality linen, large TV, microwave, fridge, coffee machine, bathtub, and shower. However, the option to change rooms came with an expensive rate, and the space felt a bit cramped, causing me to bump into things often when moving around.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were really clean and comfy, equipped with all the necessary amenities.
Service
5.0
The service was uninformative and made us feel a bit uncomfortable. However, they did help guide us to the hotel.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was quiet, central, and conveniently close to where I needed to be.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was sufficient to start the day, but it was not impressive. The breakfast lacked variety and was set up in an unhygienic manner.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities offered dry cleaning, laundry, and newspaper services, but they were mediocre overall.
clean
expensive rates
Charles
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.0/10
The hotel offers a standard university dormitory room equipped with a fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and good cable TV at a basic price. Despite getting caught in the rain due to a mix-up with the building location, the amenities in the room were convenient. The hotel staff presented mixed interactions, ranging from rudeness to friendliness. The location was convenient for accessing necessary areas but had some cleanliness issues. Dining options were limited, but the hotel provided fresh unlimited pancakes as a highlight.
Rooms
8.0
The room was well-equipped and comfortable.
Service
6.0
The staff showed varying levels of friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for reaching important places but cleanliness was lacking.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were limited, with fresh unlimited pancakes as a bright spot.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered some comfort and convenience.
David
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.6/10
The university residence offers a standard dormitory room with a designer touch at a basic price. The location is very convenient within the University of Calgary, especially for quick access to university buildings. The dining options are limited but average, and the service, while professional, had some oversights. The rooms are spacious, functional, and well-lit, resembling a real hotel room but without an attached bathroom.
Rooms
8.0
The room was big enough, had multiple light fixtures, and was designerly but functional.
Service
7.0
The service was civil and professional, with some minor oversight in leaving the door open.
Location
9.0
The location is great, right inside the University of Calgary, offering easy access to university buildings.
Dining
6.0
The dining consisted of boiled eggs and yogurt, average and limited.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided are suitable and convenient for a university residence.
convenient location
limited dining
Barry
United Kingdom,
February
2024
6.0/10
The hotel had quiet rooms, though they were very small and quite spartan. The cleanliness was good but not matching the advertising. Service was very helpful and friendly, quick with check-in but lacking information on daily specials. The location was convenient but overpriced, close to the train and university campus. Dining was mediocre initially but improved slightly. Overall, good value for money but lacking in some areas.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were clean but very spartan.
Service
7.0
The service was very helpful and friendly, quick with check-in.
Location
5.0
The location was convenient, but cost us way too much, near the train and university campus.
Dining
6.0
The dining was meh initially, a bit better later.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were basic but good.
Mark
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.2/10
The hotel's location is great for visiting the university or Foothills Hospital, with a short walk to the LRT. The rooms were a bit small but clean. The service was friendly and helpful. The dining options consisted of 3 continental box breakfast choices. Excellent value for a convenient stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were a bit small but clean. Beds were not made daily as per their policy, however, the room service was prompt.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and always willing to assist, even coming early for checkout. However, the dry cleaning and laundry service is not included in the room rate.
Location
9.0
The location is great for those visiting the university or the hospital, with easy access to the LRT.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent, with a selection of continental box breakfasts included but not very exceptional.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities offered all necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. However, the shared kitchenette may not suit all guests' preferences.
Ernest
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.2/10
The hotel offers terrific rooms with everything needed, but can be on the smaller side. The service is pleasant and helpful, with access to the University fitness center. The location is quiet and convenient, ideal for events on campus, but with occasional drawbacks. The dining experience is satisfactory but could use some improvement in variety. Overall, the facilities are well-equipped and functional.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are on the smaller side but are really terrific and offer everything needed.
Service
7.0
The service was nice and helpful, and the Reservation Clerk was very pleasant.
Location
8.0
The location is quiet and pleasant with access to U of C facilities and libraries, but can have occasional setbacks like smoke by the entrance.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, with room for improvement in variety.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are functional and meet the basic needs of guests.
Trevor
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.2/10
The hotel offers small but ideal rooms for attendees of meetings or conferences who just need a place to sleep and catch up on work. The additional parking fee is a downside to an otherwise slightly overpriced room.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are small but suitable for busy schedules. The additional parking fee per night adds to the cost.
Service
8.0
The staff is nice and helpful, providing access to the University fitness center and great assistance for UofC meetings.
Location
6.0
The hotel's proximity to the LRT and walking areas makes it convenient for university or hospital visits, but the smoke entrance detracts from the experience.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast had good quality options, but some items ran out quickly, and the morning temperature was a bit cold.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers dry cleaning, laundry, and newspaper services, enhancing the overall stay.