Hotel Arts Kensington

Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Calgary Tower

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At Hotel Arts Kensington, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and Calgary Tower. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Oxbow, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
CA $259
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12

Why we love this property

Foodie paradise
The hotel's restaurant serves regional cuisine with al fresco dining options. A bar adds evening allure, while free continental breakfast starts mornings right.
Dreamy sleep retreat
Drift into peaceful slumber with hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets. Deep soaking tubs and rainfall showers elevate relaxation.
City riverwalk views
Located on the riverwalk, this boutique hotel offers scenic water views. The property's prime location creates an enriching escape for travelers.

Room options

A modern bathroom with a dark wood vanity, a large mirror, and a toilet.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.
A modern restaurant interior with round tables, cushioned seating, and artwork on the walls.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a comfortable armchair, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Junior Suite

Exceptional
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a mix of booth and table seating, with artwork on the walls.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small wooden side table, and a grey armchair.
A modern restaurant interior with round tables, cushioned seating, and artwork on the walls.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a large window with blinds.

Luxury Suite

  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet
A modern bathroom with a dark marble sink, a bathtub, and a shower curtain.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a bench, and a door leading to a balcony.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, and a window with blinds.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a comfortable armchair, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Luxury Room (1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed)

Exceptional
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet
A modern bathroom with a shower, a bathtub, and a glass partition.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, two bedside tables with lamps, and a view of the city through the window.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, a comfortable armchair, a desk with a chair, and a lamp.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Exceptional
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Map
1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3E3

What's nearby

  • Bow River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Prince's Island Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stephen Avenue - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Calgary Tower - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 8 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 17 min drive
  • Sunnyside Station - 8 min walk
  • 8th Street SW Station - 10 min walk
  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Hayden Block - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Pub & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Namsun Korean Cuisine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hexagon Board Game Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arts Kensington

  • At Hotel Arts Kensington, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and Calgary Tower. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Oxbow, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sunnyside Station is 8 minutes and 8th Street SW Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1999
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps) and free wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Oxbow - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CAD 20 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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.

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

Does Hotel Arts Kensington offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Arts Kensington does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arts Kensington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Arts Kensington?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elbow River Casino (4-min drive) and Cowboys Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Arts Kensington and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arts Kensington?

Yes, Oxbow offers alfresco dining and Regional cuisine.

Does Hotel Arts Kensington have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Hotel Arts Kensington like?

Hotel Arts Kensington is a short 8-minute walk from Sunnyside Station and 7 minutes' walk from Bow River. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Hotel Arts Kensington Reviews

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The restaurant offered delicious food and excellent service, with many guests praising the quality of their dining experience. (29 reviews)
  • The continental breakfast was a highlight with a lovely selection of high-quality meats, gourmet cheeses, and fresh options. (26 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Clean rooms, great location and parking is underground so great for the area
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Very clean!
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is all about location, great spot! Everything done well.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the hotel, great location. Wonderful rooms, bed was so comfortable. Would stay again when in Calgary!
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a great location for great food and drink
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great location, breakfast included, in-hotel dining is good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and spacious room, very wallabies to Kensington with lots of food options. Complimentary continental breakfast buffet was a bonus
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a lively location in Kensington, very walkable with good restaurants nearby. Felt like a neighborhood. Room size was excellent, breakfast was good, and the food at the Oxbow was very good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff restaurant and rooms. A nice quiet and quaint hotel in a great neighbourhood in Calgary.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is very clean and quiet. The staff are very helpful and considerate. The rooms are comfortable. The continental breakfast is one of the best we've had and the Oxbow provides a very good dining experience.
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8/10 Very good

Very convenient to downtown by LRT. Rooms clean and comfortable. Did not appreciate changing nightly rate,, especially as it was not clear ahead of time on Expedia.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great. Loved the location. Breakfast was good too.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with great restaurant.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so amazing. Room was beautiful and so clean Nice and close to small shops, dining and bars Breakfast was delicious
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice location nice stay good service
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place with a fun bar/restaurant in a wonderful neighborhood of Calgary. Would recommend staying here.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a great place to stay. Perfectly located in downtown Calgary. Very trendy and clean, wonderful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay. Extremely comfortable bed. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Nearby construction made it a little more difficult to access. Great paid parking. Convenient location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very clean, comfortable bed
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff, extremely clean and kept. Room was large and very well stocked. Large bathroom and a huge tub/shower combination. Heated underground parking. The food in the restaurant was outstanding! Great location for shopping and dining. Their soap, shampoo, conditioner, had a lovely fragrance, which I prefer. Excellent value for the money
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean comfortable welcoming host was an excellent ambassador for the city
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Great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely stay again! Comfort, clean, quiet and great service.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time! The room was huge and the area has everything from shops to dining to entertainment.