Southern Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site which includes industrial elements, signage and tranquil scenes
Banff Gondola showing a small town or village, heritage architecture and château or palace
Drumheller showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs
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Where to stay in Southern Alberta

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Downtown Calgary

4/5(57 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Calgary
Banff showing night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
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Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Heritage Park Historical Village.

Southwest Calgary
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Southeast Calgary

4/5(10 area reviews)

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

Southeast Calgary
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary
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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is 2.801.744 ₫ per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
2.801.744 ₫
3.114.979 ₫ total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,950 reviews)
I enjoyed the warm welcoming environment and the cleanliness of the entire building

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is 2.613.707 ₫ per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
2.613.707 ₫
2.905.916 ₫ total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,649 reviews)
Special shout out to Brian. He was doing some snow shovelling one morning recently and did an amazing job. He went above and beyond in the area we were parked and really put our experience over the top. He is an absolute gem of an employee; friendly and easy to talk to. In a resort town with so many ...

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is 2.138.915 ₫ per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
2.138.915 ₫
2.490.167 ₫ total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,087 reviews)
Smooth process

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way Banff AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,730 reviews)
Love this place.

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,882 reviews)
Very nice room, perfect for family. Love the full kitchen makes eating in your room easy. The pool here is amazing and the staff at the pool is so nice. Working fire place. Excellent hotel will be coming back.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE

Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE

3.5 out of 5
190 Kananaskis Way Canmore AB
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,945 reviews)
Clean room. Quiet. Great staff

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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