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Hotel Arts Kensington

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Stampede Park

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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

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $183
$212 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14

Why we love this property

City riverwalk views
Located on the riverwalk, this boutique hotel offers scenic water views. The property's prime location creates an enriching escape for travelers.
Foodie paradise
The hotel's restaurant serves regional cuisine with al fresco dining options. A bar adds evening allure, while free continental breakfast starts mornings right.
Dreamy sleep retreat
Drift into peaceful slumber with hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets. Deep soaking tubs and rainfall showers elevate relaxation.

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite

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

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Luxury Suite

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

Luxury Suite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

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

Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Bow River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • TELUS Spark - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Prince's Island Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stephen Avenue - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Calgary Tower - 3 min drive - 2.4 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 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Pub & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Arashi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arts Kensington

At Hotel Arts Kensington, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and Calgary Tower. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Oxbow, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes.

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 available
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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)
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 onsite self parking (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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 center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-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 drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (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 specializes in Regional cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco 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, which 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 to 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 onsite casino at Hotel Arts Kensington?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Cowboys Casino (4-min drive) and Grey Eagle Casino (10-min drive) are both nearby.

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

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arts Kensington?

Yes, Oxbow offers alfresco dining and Regional cuisine.

Does Hotel Arts Kensington have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Hotel Arts Kensington like?

Hotel Arts Kensington is a short 8-minute walk from Sunnyside Station and 7 minutes' walk from Bow River. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The complimentary breakfast was well-stocked and satisfying, offering a lovely selection of high-quality meats, gourmet cheeses, and fresh options. (17 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and nearby dining options were highly praised for their quality, variety, and convenience. (10 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Location
Breakfast
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Bed
Boutique hotel
Parking
River
Downtown

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff, extremely clean and kept. Room was large and very well stocked. Large bathroom and a huge tub/shower combination. Heated underground parking. The food in the restaurant was outstanding! Great location for shopping and dining. Their soap, shampoo, conditioner, had a lovely fragrance, which I prefer. Excellent value for the money
Ian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room size and love that all rooms are on the 2nd floor and there are stairs (not emergency exit stairs) so no elevator waiting! The room and common areas are a little worn but overall clean and very easy to get comfortable in the room. The fireplace is the best (we visited in January).
Anne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so amazing. Room was beautiful and so clean Nice and close to small shops, dining and bars Breakfast was delicious
Susan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay

We a great 3 days at Hotel Arts Kensington. Fab location, friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms and breakfast and dining were delicious.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice cheeses. Standard buffet but good quality.
Ryan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast foods could have been a bit better maintained ... but I realize the front desk person was trying to double duty with both jobs which is a lot to expect
Shelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with great restaurant.
Pierre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a great place to stay. Perfectly located in downtown Calgary. Very trendy and clean, wonderful staff.
ian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place with a fun bar/restaurant in a wonderful neighborhood of Calgary. Would recommend staying here.
Kyle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean comfortable welcoming host was an excellent ambassador for the city
WENDY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Monique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time! The room was huge and the area has everything from shops to dining to entertainment.
Kegan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Perry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very homely enviroment
Joseph, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location nice stay good service
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location. Clean room. Good restaurant
Erlin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was nice and clean but it was a bit noisy at night from outside and inside the hotel
Sophie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Quiet and nice and small
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The personable staff kept the boutique ambiance of the hotel. Only issues were very slow hot water and noisy plumbing.
Cora, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property with great staff!
Jay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of Calgary - so close to the most enjoyable river walks, shopping, cafes, and restaurants! The staff at the hotel are professional, friendly, and very helpful and the food is delicious!
Anna-Marie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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