Westmount River Inn

4.0 star property
Guesthouse within easy reach of 17 Avenue SW

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Experience the elegance of Westmount River Inn, a serene upscale guesthouse near 17 Avenue SW. Unwind in the garden or explore local art at the on-site gallery, then enjoy free bicycle rentals and convenient self-parking. With a library, dry cleaning services, and tour assistance available to guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Room service
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Why we love this property

Breakfast and private meals
This guesthouse serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. Couples can also reserve a private dining experience to celebrate special moments.
Dreamy sleep experience
Wrapped in soft bathrobes, guests can drift into peaceful slumber on premium bedding at this charming guesthouse.

Room options

Luxury King Suite with Spa Bath, Multi-Jet Shower, and Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Suite with balcony, fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1840 Westmount Blvd NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3G8

What's nearby

  • Bow River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • TELUS Spark - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • 17 Avenue SW - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Prince's Island Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Stephen Avenue - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 7 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 16 min drive
  • Sunalta Station - 17 min walk
  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 17 min walk
  • 8th Street SW Station - 22 min walk
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Canadian Legion, Kensington Branch - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brouhaha - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Two House Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tasty pot 味鼎 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Globefish - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Westmount River Inn

When you stay at Westmount River Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Calgary and Calgary Tower. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include free bike rentals, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Transfers

    • Airport drop off from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 2008
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Art gallery on site

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 15.00 to 25.00 for adults, and CAD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CAD 48 per person
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 12 and 18 costs CAD 20

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Westmount River

Westmount River Calgary

Westmount River Inn

Westmount River Inn Calgary

Westmount River Inn Calgary

Westmount River Inn Guesthouse

Westmount River Inn Guesthouse Calgary

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Westmount River Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Westmount River Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Westmount River Inn?

Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The charge is CAD 48 per person.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Westmount River Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Westmount River Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Elbow River Casino (5-min drive) and Cowboys Casino (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Westmount River Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Westmount River Inn also has a garden.

What's the area around Westmount River Inn like?

Westmount River Inn is a short 12-minute walk from Bow River and 17 minutes' walk from TELUS Spark.

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Reviews

Westmount River Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, with excellent options and service. (4 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful area, wonderful accomidations. Unmatched hospitality, and walking didtqnce from mostly anything you are looking for. Fantastic service, and a fantastic stay overall.
Jamie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

My go-to for personable high quality Calgary visit

Great location, easily walkable quiet neighbourhood. Beautiful clean rooms with comfortable beds. A very high quality experience with warm caring hosts.
Marcus, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hosts were very respectable and professional, made us feel super comfortable. I will absolutely book again in the future.
Ramee, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

John and Kim were amazing hosts. They were very attentive and answered any and all questions we had about the house. The inn is gorgeous. The location is great, a very quick drive to downtown. A quick walk around the corner to some shops and restaurants as well. Absolutely lovely, will definitely stay again.
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We were there to visit a family member at Foothills Hospital. It was the perfect location because it was a 10 minute drive to the hospital but walking distance to morning coffee and dinner. Exactly what we needed.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I was visiting Calgary for a work conference and needed an affordable place to stay within short driving distance to the BMO Centre and this place was perfect! The host family was really nice and attentive and my room was extremely comfortable. It was slightly warm in the room but after mentioning it to Kim she brought me a fan! I would definitely stay here again if I ever visit Calgary and highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay that’s close to downtown.
Rebecca, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The place has a beautiful and luxurious interior as pictured, the woodwork and detail are like none I've ever seen before. It is a unique stay that is good for occasions! I will come back whenever I'm in Calgary again. The mattress was great. The place is very clean and comfortable and the hosts were welcoming and kind.
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Expensive for what you get. Not for everyone.

The photos on line and some of the reviews suggest this is a pretty nice place. However, the room we had was just a room in someone’s basement. No view, dark (just typical basement window below ground level) and felt drafty and cold. There was a leak under the bathroom sink and a ceiling light that kept coming on by itself during the night until we unscrewed the bulb. Even though this was a king room and there were only 2 of us, we were charged for an extra person. Also, the rules are no shoes in the building so if you have foot problems and rely on orthotics to prevent foot pain, this place is definitely not for you.
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The craftsmanship of the home’s interior was incredible - beautiful custom built-ins, consistent throughout the home, the floor was custom detailed, done by the owner. It almost felt like an older manor style home with the wainscoting and elegant finishes. The owners were very nice, accommodating people, and fairly knowledgeable when I asked about parking in certain areas. Breakfast options were plentiful and tasty! Room was clean, though there was an old stain on the one pillow. Mattress was very nice, pillows were just okay. The bathroom shower was AWESOME, it had an amazing rainfall shower. However, I accidentally locked the basement room where I was staying. There was an “exterior interior” door that led to a closed hallway leading to my bedroom and bathroom. No one told me I couldn’t lock this hallway door from the outside, as the lock wasn’t the same as my lockable bedroom door. (Owner had to unlock it!) This strange set-up was caused by the establishment of a basement suite, likely for the owners family. The “wall” closing off my hallway wasn’t a “proper” dry walled wall that goes from floor to ceiling. It was more like the back of a cupboard, and light could escape along the crack by the ceiling. When I turned the hallway light on, a light clearly came on on the other side of the wall in the basement suite. Vice versa, if the tenants turned on their light using the two-way switch, my hallway light would also come on. Just weird. Still, would stay again!
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Beautiful private house but lacking the security, comfort and amenities of a 4 star guest house. We do not recommend. Security: No security locks on room doors and a 'honour system' for locking the main entrance door. We put a chair against our door for security. The "Check-out" process meant leaving our keys on the kitchen counter. Comfort: Bed mattress and pillows (foam) were lumpy; we didn't get a good night sleep. Top sheet was percale 180 thread count (Thomaston t-180), covered by thin nylon blanket (Vellux). Polyester comforter. Amenities: Contrary to their Expedia profile, there is no room service or dining options. The host referred us to Uber Eats. Parking is street parking. What could be improved: - Security locks for guest room and main door security system. - New or better quality mattress, pillows and bedding. - Remove reference to room service from the Expedia website (intentional misrepresentation?, the host said it meant they "serviced the room" ) . - The host has a strict policy requiring guests to remove their shoes at the front door. They should provide house slippers as is customary in this situation. The host provided me slippers when I asked, did not offer slippers to my spouse. - Remove the first picture from their Expedia profile that shows what looks like a hotel tower. It's the first picture that pops up when using the Expedia mobile app.
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, easy.
Jeremy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and convenient stay
Ghazaleh, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay!

Great bed and breakfast with excellent service by John and his wife. Beautiful location.
Karissa, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very clean very beautiful place to stay. Hosts were very nice.
Jerimy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice to be there
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Westmount River Inn was great. The couple looking after the house were very nice. We'd definitely stay here again
Tawnya, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very hospitable owners. Great location nice clean basic room for the queen.
DAVID, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hosts were hospitable , very courteous. Great place to stay. Recommended.
Shoba, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The host are amazing and they are very helpful.
Virginie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building and the host was accommodating and fun to talk with
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Property is well located, easily accessible. The hosts were pleasant and friendly. Breakfast was superb. Overall, an excellent experience.
ADETUNJI S, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Place looks more like a bed and breakfast than a hotel, but the place was beautiful and well kept. It was close to downtown and Kensington, but far cheaper. John and Kim were very accommodating. Would highly recommend.
Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and clean.
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice people. Nice home.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Kim, John, and Claire were lovely hosts. They offered my a lot of food and ensured I was satisfied with my stay. The room was enormous, clean, and modern.
Alexander, 1-night trip