Bowness Travel Guide
Calgary
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 visit the native and exotic animals at Calgary Zoo and see why this is a favourite sight 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.
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.
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.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Bowness
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
"You need a complimentary breakfast. The rooms are stuffy. No air flow when fan set at ON."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
"Room was clean, staff friendly , simply done but new renovation. Price was excellent. I went here after booking another hotel online which I would not stay at as I felt very usafe.This property was similar price but I was comfortable, and most important I felt safe. I would definitely stay ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
"Our room was very large and the location was great."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
"Great service from the staff as usual , great location and proximity to a great restaurant. All the reasons we keep coming back."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
"We had a wonderful stay at Holiday Inn with my family. The hotel was very clean and well organized, and the staff were extremely kind and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and felt very comfortable. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
"Clean and convenient hotel."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bowness
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.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro 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, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
