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Travelodge Calgary University

Travelodge Calgary University is a 3 star hotel in Calgary, Alberta, Canada 2227 Banff Trail North West, Calgary, AB, Canada
Estimated Price
$116
CAD
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Good-value option close to the University of Calgary
Pros 
  • Free breakfast, free parking, free Wi-Fi
  • Guests felt that they received good value at this hotel
  • Close to the University of Calgary and Foothills Hospital
  • Staff a pleasure to deal with, according to guests
Cons 
  • Dated decor, say many guests
  • Guests felt that the complimentary continental breakfast lacked variety

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University (0.0 km)
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary-University Northwest (0.0 km)
Calgary North Thriftlodge (0.2 km)
Quality Inn University Calgary (0.2 km)
Canadas Best Value Inn Calgary (0.2 km)
Econo Lodge Motel Village (0.3 km)
Super 8 Village Calgary (0.4 km)
Ramada Limited Calgary (0.4 km)
Comfort Inn & Suites University (0.4 km)
BEST WESTERN Village Park Inn (0.6 km)
Alma Hotel Calgary (1.7 km)
Kensington Riverside Inn (2.5 km)

This Hotel is Near...
Calgary Airport (8.2 km)

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Editor's Analysis
Updated on Aug 21, 2012
Overview
Located on Banff Trail North-West about 500 metres north of Hwy 1 (Trans-Canada Hwy), this hotel is popular with guests visiting the University of Calgary or the Foothills Hospital (both about a 4-minute drive away).

Of the 63 rooms in this hotel, guests can choose between non-smoking and smoking rooms, as well as king or queen beds. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a fridge, a microwave, a coffeemaker, a hair dryer and an iron and ironing board. Pets are welcome for a cost of $10/stay.

Free parking is available on site. Other amenities include a gym and an outdoor heated pool. Guests are offered a complimentary continental breakfast daily. Although there is no on-site restaurant, there are a number of restaurants offering various styles of food (Indian, French, Steakhouse) located less than a 5-minute drive from the hotel.

Attractions in the north end of Calgary include the Calgary Zoo (13-minute drive), which is open year-round. Heritage Park Historical Village is about a 13-minute drive south of the hotel. The downtown area (which is home to the business district and to several attractions like the Stampede Corral and the Saddledome) is about a 10-minute drive away. A C-Train station is about a 5-minute walk from the hotel and gives travellers easy access to downtown. Air travellers should budget about 21 minutes to drive the 17 km between the hotel and Calgary International Airport (YYC). (Distances and driving time estimates: Google Maps.)

Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi, parking and breakfast (call date: August 15, 2012).
The Good
Many of the comments consulted for this analysis were positive, and guests were most frequently pleased with the value they received for the money they paid and with the hotel's convenient location.

Guests really liked the price point for this hotel, and felt that they received good value for the price that they paid. Some mentioned it was a deciding factor for their stay.

Guests liked that the hotel was easy to find and close to shops, restaurants and points of interest like the Foothills Hospital and the University of Calgary. Other guests appreciated the proximity of the C-Train station.

Staff also received top marks from guests, who said that they were consistently friendly and helpful.

There were some additional positive comments about comfy beds and about reliable internet access.

The Bad
While many of the comments used for this analysis were positive, there were some items that guests commonly complained about, like dated decor and a continental breakfast with limited food choices.

The guests that criticized the hotel's decor made specific mention of the furniture and bedding. One guest said that the "rooms could use a makeover".

Guests felt that the complimentary continental breakfast lacked variety. One guest wished for more hot items, in addition to the waffles.

There were some additional complaints about the quality of the gym equipment and about noise from other guests in the hallways.
TripAdvisor.com guest reviewers rated this hotel #34 out of 97 Calgary hotels, based on 57 reviews.

Hotels.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 4.0 out of 5, or "excellent", based on 33 reviews.

Booking.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 7.9 out of 10, or "good", based on 13 reviews.

Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi, parking and breakfast (call date: August 15, 2012).
Editor's Analysis by Heather W.
Analyzed by Heather W.
Driven by the sense that every person, place or thing has a story to tell and a skill for being in the wrong place at the right time, Heather is a well-traveled writer.


Guest Reviews

7.9
Good

#40 out of 78
Guest Rating Explained
Rating: 7.9 / 10 Details

No. of guest reviews: 198
Guest Recommended: Yes
Guest Ranking Explained

Travelodge Calgary University is #40 out of 78 hotels in Calgary ranked by the ratings provided by guests.
Guest Recommendations and Comments
Hotel review by guest is Negative
Verified Guest from Leduc, AB CA rated Travelodge Calgary University 7 out of 10 on June 18, 2011 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"Good location, friendliness and service, but the exercise machines were abysmal."

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Hotel review by guest is Positive
Brian from Hinton, AB CA rated Travelodge Calgary University 7 out of 10 on March 13, 2011 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"Good value for the money, centrally located"
"Hotel is showing its age somewhat. That being said it was very clean and the room was very spacious. The continental breakfast was a nice feature. Good value for the price. No amenities such as pool or weight room."


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Hotel review by guest is Positive
Robert from Strathroy, ON CA rated Travelodge Calgary University 6 out of 10 on October 27, 2010 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Hotel review by guest is Positive
Gene from Edmonton, AB CA rated Travelodge Calgary University 7 out of 10 on September 27, 2010 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Hotel review by guest is Positive
Purna raj from Wakefield, GB rated Travelodge Calgary University 8 out of 10 on July 14, 2010 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"very comfortabl to stay and not far from city centre"
"Breakfast was very good. Receptionists were very helpful. Hotel has a facility to change money for coins required to buy city train tickets."


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Hotel review by guest is Positive
Ellen from Edmonton, AB CA rated Travelodge Calgary University 10 out of 10 on October 17, 2009 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"Very friendly, courteous, and professional staff"

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Hotel Address: 2227 Banff Trail North West, Calgary, AB, Canada

Overview & Amenities


Travelodge Calgary University

Amenities
  • Business Center
  • High-speed Internet
  • Fitness Room/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Pet Friendly
  • Elevator / Lift
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Air Conditioned
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
  • Banquet Facilities
  • Conference Room(s)
  • Multilingual Staff
  • Sauna
  • Security Guard
  • Refrigerator
  • Cable / Satellite TV
  • In Room Movies
  • Connecting Rooms
  • Wake-up Service
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee / Tea Maker
  • Microwave
  • Hair Dryer
  • TV
  • Laundry service
  • Casino
  • Photocopier
  • Desk
  • Internet Connection (wireless)
  • Outdoor heated pool
  • Cots
  • Luggage Storage
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Ice Machine
  • Vending Machines
  • Family Room
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Free Parking

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