Kensington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Kensington attractions

Plaza Theatre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Plaza Theatre during your stay in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

NZ$129
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

NZ$180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip
Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour

Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour

NZ$110
per adult
Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

NZ$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff/Calgary DayTrip to Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Johnston Canyon

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

NZ$130
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Banff Gondola

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

NZ$135
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
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Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

3 out of 5
3515 - 26 Street NE Calgary AB
The price is NZ$121 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$121
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (7,732 reviews)
"Stayed in room 410 and the bedsheets was to small for the bed and came off throughout the the night. The toilet was leaking water at the bottom so the floor was wet too. The middle elevator was pretty poorly maintain and when got in it did drop a few cm. Immediately got out and moved to another elevator. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is NZ$242 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
NZ$242
11 Sept - 12 Sept
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. ...
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

3 out of 5
1935 McKnight Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is NZ$178 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$178
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free parking, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,182 reviews)
"The rooms were big and comfortable and the pool was awesome!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection

4 out of 5
11 Freeport Cres NE Calgary AB
The price is NZ$200 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$200
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,366 reviews)
"all was good - no complaints"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Emerald Hotel & Suites

Emerald Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Sunridge Blvd North East, 2750 Calgary AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$143 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$143
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.4/10 (2,737 reviews)
"The staff is super polite and helpful; however, the rooms are very dirty."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Emerald Hotel & Suites
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1250 Mckinnon Dr NE Calgary AB
The price is NZ$186 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$186
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,035 reviews)
"All was great."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Kensington

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Downtown Calgary

Scotiabank Saddledome 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.

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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 Stampede Park.

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Northwest Calgary

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.

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Open Photo by Calgary Zoo

Southeast Calgary

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

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Beltline

Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.

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