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Hotel Arts Kensington

4.0 star property
Riverwalk Calgary hotel in Northwest Calgary with free breakfast
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Hotel Arts Kensington

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Porch
Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; Regional cuisine, al fresco dining
Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, rainfall showerhead
Bar (on property)

Overview of Hotel Arts Kensington

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Check out the area

1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3E3
  • Popular LocationCalgary Tower4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCalgary TELUS Convention Centre4 min drive
  • Popular LocationStampede Park6 min drive
  • AirportCalgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)21 min drive
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Room options

Luxury Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 53 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Calgary

Hotel Arts Kensington is located in Northwest Calgary, a neighbourhood in Calgary, and is in the entertainment district and on the riverwalk. Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Calgary Zoo and Calaway Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stampede Park or Calgary TELUS Convention Centre. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.

What's nearby

  • Prince's Island Park - 19 min walk
  • Calgary Tower - 4 min drive
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 4 min drive
  • Scotiabank Saddledome - 6 min drive
  • Stampede Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Calgary University Station - 8 min drive
  • Sunnyside Station - 8 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Namsun Korean Cuisine - 8 min walk
  • Free House - 2 min walk
  • Side Street Pub & Grill - 3 min walk
  • Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey - 2 min walk
  • Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar - 3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arts Kensington

Boutique hotel near Stampede Park
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Arts Kensington. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Oxbow, features brunch and al fresco dining. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike hire, self-parking (surcharge) and coffee/tea in reception
  • Free newspapers, wedding services and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Arts Kensington boast perks, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns, as well as amenities, such as free Internet and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
  • 42-inch plasma TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (CAD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Oxbow

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1999
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: CAD 20 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is 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

Is Hotel Arts Kensington pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arts Kensington?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arts Kensington on 30 Mar 2024 start from NZ$321.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Self-parking is available for CAD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Arts Kensington located?

Located in Northwest Calgary, this boutique hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Bow River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. Peace Bridge and TELUS Spark are also within 15 minutes. Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes by foot and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes.

Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 615 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 615 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 615 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 615 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 615 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great small hotel and so close to Kensington
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good. Except no hot water for the day I stayed. Stuff did offer me at the sister hotel. Just one night. I just declined. They should have compensated a bit. Like discount this time or next time stay here. That didn’t offered. I guess times are tough.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No security. A little noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale, Edmonton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel , with a great friendly staff .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

MAHMOUD

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t as it should be specially paying a lot of money for it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023