Banff Trail Travel Guide
Calgary
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Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Calgary Zoo
Why not meet the animals who live at Calgary Zoo during your travels in Calgary? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Calgary Tower
Learn about the local history of Calgary when you take a trip to Calgary Tower. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Canada Olympic Park
Hit the slopes at Canada Olympic Park during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Banff Trail
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
They are renovating and the only view out your window is a tarp
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
This hotel is a favourite with school age sports teams because of the pool and hot tub. But the rooms are all located around an atrium where the pool is. So, it cab get VERY noisy when teams are playing in the pool. The restaurant and bar are also in the atrium, so the whole experience is not very ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Love the option for underground parking with keycard access. Love this hotel- we have stayed there previously and it is great. Staff was great. Decent breakfast. Pool and hot tub were clean and well kept. Pool floor is a bit abrasive but not a huge deal- just use caution! Rooms are clean and updated, ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Cheap and cheerful place to stay. I docked a star for the bed which was not very pillowy. And the outside door was very hard to lock due to winter shift. They had put laminate flooring in the whole room which is smart for a room that opens to outside. Much easier to clean. Has a kitchenette that ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Pool was fun! Breakfast was great. Staff was lovely
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
This is a great stay for families - pool kept the kids busy and the breakfast buffet was wonderful - staff are so friendly and rooms are spacious and clean. Would definitely be back!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Banff Trail
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
Kensington
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
