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Hotel Arts Kensington

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Calgary Tower

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Porch
Reception
Luxury Suite
Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby sitting area
In the heart of Calgary, Hotel Arts Kensington offers a boutique experience with continental breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Unwind at the fireplace in the lobby or grab a drink at the on-site bar. With bike rentals available, multilingual staff assistance, and WiFi to stay connected throughout your stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$364
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

Room options

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3E3

What's nearby

  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Calgary Tower - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • BMO Centre - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stampede Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Scotiabank Saddledome - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 8 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 17 min drive
  • Sunnyside Station - 8 min walk
  • 8th Street SW Station - 10 min walk
  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Namsun Korean Cuisine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fuwa Fuwa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kim’s Katsu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arts Kensington

When you stay at Hotel Arts Kensington, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and Calgary Tower. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Oxbow, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is only a short walk: Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Dutch, English, French, Spanish, Ukranian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered on-site self-parking (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness centre
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1999
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps) and free wired Internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Oxbow – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs CAD 20 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Kensington Inn
Kensington Riverside
Kensington Riverside Calgary
Kensington Riverside Inn
Kensington Riverside Inn Calgary
Riverside Inn Kensington
Kensington Riverside Hotel Calgary
Hotel Arts
Arts Kensington
Hotel Arts Kensington Hotel
Hotel Arts Kensington Calgary
Hotel Arts Kensington Hotel Calgary

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Arts Kensington offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Arts Kensington does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Yes. Self-parking costs CAD 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Arts Kensington?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elbow River Casino (4-min drive) and Cowboys Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Arts Kensington and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arts Kensington?

Yes, Oxbow offers al fresco dining and Regional cuisine.

Does Hotel Arts Kensington have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Hotel Arts Kensington like?

Hotel Arts Kensington is a short 8-minute walk from Sunnyside Station and 13 minutes' walk from Prince's Island Park. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Restaurant
Bed
Boutique hotel
River
Parking
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant and nearby dining options were highly praised for their quality and convenience. (9 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with delicious options, including cheese and meat in mason jars, and a well-stocked spread. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Our Stay at the Kensington Arts Hotel was very relaxing. This small boutique hotel was clean, the staff was helpful and the included breakfast was good. Also, you can’t beat the location. Just outside of downtown, nice trails along the river and lots of quaint shops and eateries nearby.
3-night trip

10/10

The small hotel atmosphere made it super relaxing! Beautiful rooms, extremely clean and friendly staff. The morning breakfast was a little weak. Not much to chose from, ended eating elsewhere.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location
2-night trip

10/10

This place was great due to shops and staff.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent hotel with great restaurant.
1-night trip

10/10

Great hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful room and perfect location for NYE!
1-night trip

6/10

Nice hotel , friendly stuff. Beds and pillows are extremely uncomfortable.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice location nice stay good service
1-night trip

10/10

Great location, very clean, comfortable bed
1-night trip

10/10

Great location and a beautiful hotel! Lovely rooms. Gracious staff. I would stay here again.
2-night trip

10/10

Would definitely stay again! Comfort, clean, quiet and great service.
2-night trip

10/10

Such a great small hotel and so close to Kensington
1-night trip

10/10

This is a beautiful hotel , with a great friendly staff .
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay before start of vacation. Very helpful and hospitable.
1-night trip

10/10

Great property
1-night trip

10/10

The property was very clean, the staff was very friendly and the room was super welcoming.
2-night trip

10/10

Stay was great, beautiful hotel, very clean and modern, food in the restaurant was also fantastic!
2-night trip

10/10

Great location!
1-night trip

10/10

A great place to stay in Calgary.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice boutique hotel in an excellent location.
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful hotel. Spacious, clean and quiet.
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing hotel - can’t wait for our next visit
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay! Great staff!
2-night trip

10/10

Just loved my stay there.
4-night trip