OverviewLocated about a 14 minute drive to Calgary International Airport (YYC), this hotel is popular with guests who want to be close to the airport. Judging by the comments, a number of guests were staying here because they were catching early morning flights. On-site amenities include an indoor heated pool, a hot tub and a gym.
Guests have their choice between Standard rooms or larger Suites, some of which have kitchenettes. All rooms have Wi-Fi, a hair dryer, a coffeemaker, voicemail and an iron and an ironing board. Complimentary parking is available on site, and pets are welcome for a cost of $10/day. To use the airport shuttle, a $5 charge applies for the trip to the airport. There is no charge for the return trip.
Moxie's Restaurant is on site at this hotel, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (open Sunday-Thursday 6:00am-12:00am, Friday-Saturday 6:00am-1:00am).
While the airport is located nearby, many attractions require a longer drive. The downtown area, which is home to the Calgary Tower, the Glenbow Museum and the Stampede Corral, is just over a 20 minute drive away. The Calgary Zoo is about an 18 minute drive away (distances and driving time estimates: Google Maps).
Check-in is at 4:00pm, while check-out is at 11:00am.
Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi, parking and airport shuttle (call date: July 12, 2012).
The GoodThere were a few common elements that enhanced the stay of many guests, including convenient location and a perception of good value for price paid.
Based on a number of guest comments, there was a sense that many guests felt as though they got good value for the room rate. Words like "cheap" (in reference to the price), and "value for money" were reflective of guest sentiment.
Guests also liked the location of this hotel, particularly its proximity to the airport. Phrases like "great place for airport departure" and "location perfect for airport" described how many of the guests felt.
Guests received good service from staff here. One guest said that staff was very helpful in providing advice for "travel and sightseeing plans". Words like "friendly", "helpful" and "courteous" were common.
There were a number of comments from guests who were pleased that a popular chain restaurant, Moxie's, was located on site.
Many guests noted that rooms were clean and comfortable.
There were a few additional comments on comfy beds and on good light for reading in rooms.
The Bad
While many of the reviews used for this analysis were favourable, guest complaints had threads in common, including worn decor, and having to pay a fee for the shuttle.
Some guests noted that the decor at this hotel was ageing, and suggested that updates were in order. There were negative comments regarding "old decor" and "older rooms".
A few guests objected to being charged for the airport shuttle, and felt that it was an unnecessary charge, saying that other similarly located hotels offered the shuttle for free.
There were some additional complaints, centring on things like spotty Wi-Fi connections and odours of smoke in the rooms.
Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi, parking and airport shuttle (call date: July 12, 2012).
Orbitz.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 4.0 out of 5, based on 24 reviews.
Hotels.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 3.8 out of 5 or "good", based on 52 reviews.
TripAdvisor.com guest reviewers ranked this hotel #47 out of 97 Calgary hotels.
