Varsity Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Varsity attractions

Market Mall

8.6/10 (398 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Market Mall during your visit to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
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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$119
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

NZ$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour

Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour

NZ$97
per adult
Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls and Three Lakes tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

NZ$159
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

NZ$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Banff Gondola

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

NZ$125
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 Varsity 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$85 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$85
15 Sept - 16 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! (8,111 reviews)
"Excellent value . Only thing was the breakfast could have been better."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
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$152 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$152
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,012 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
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$181 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$181
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (7,535 reviews)
"Less than 10 MJ s away from airport."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Grand Hotel & Conference Centre Calgary Airport, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Grand Hotel & Conference Centre Calgary Airport, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
2828 23 St NE Calgary AB
The price is NZ$166 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$166
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,595 reviews)
"Stay was wonderful"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Grand Hotel & Conference Centre Calgary Airport, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre

The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre

3 out of 5
1000 Glenmore Court SE Calgary AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$197 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$197
23 Sept - 24 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 pool and the helpful staff in their ...
The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre
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$153 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$153
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Varsity

Find the best Varsity areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Calgary

CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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 Southland Leisure Centre.

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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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Photo by Calgary Zoo
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 Elbow River Casino and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.

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