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Overview of Hotel Arts Kensington

Hotel Arts Kensington

4.0 star property
4-star hotel with restaurant, near Calgary Tower

9.2/10 Superb

542 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Internet access
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub
The price is CA $243
Price available on 04/14/2023
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1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 3E3
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
For families
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Northwest Calgary
  • Calgary Tower - 28 min walk
  • Scotiabank Saddledome - 44 min walk
  • Stampede Park - 45 min walk
  • 17 Avenue SW - 8 min drive
  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 9 min drive
  • Foothills Medical Centre - 5 min drive
  • Calgary Zoo - 9 min drive
  • BMO Centre - 13 min drive
  • University of Calgary - 11 min drive
  • Canada Olympic Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 8 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 16 min drive
  • Sunnyside Station - 8 min walk
  • 8th Street SW Station - 10 min walk
  • Downtown West-Kerby Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • Namsun Korean Cuisine - 8 min walk
  • Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey - 2 min walk
  • Side Street Pub & Grill - 3 min walk
  • Free House - 2 min walk
  • PB and J YYC - 1 min walk
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About this property

Hotel Arts Kensington

At Hotel Arts Kensington, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Calgary Zoo and Stampede Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Oxbow, which serves regional cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this upscale 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.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 19 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM - anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance.

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 wired Internet access in public areas
  • Free 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
  • Computer station

Services

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

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • 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

Languages

  • Dutch
  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) 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 breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Parking

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

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas.

Contactless check-out is available.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.

Policies

<p>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. </p><p>Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property. </p><p>This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.</p>

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.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arts Kensington?
As of 29 Mar 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arts Kensington on 14 Apr 2023 start from CA $243, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Hotel Arts Kensington?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
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?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 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 spa 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 11 minutes' walk from TELUS Spark. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

Reviews

9.2

Superb

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.7/10

Amenities

9.3/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.1/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Geoffrey, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the Hotel Arts. Our room was amazing and the hotel gave a comfortable and private feel. The staff were great and welcoming.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It is a boutique hotel, in a great area of Calgary. Very close to downtown.
Philip, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lyle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice couples retreat
If your there for business or pleasure you will not be disappointed. The atmosphere is very relaxing.
Carol, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was wonderful, the staff nice, area fantastic. The restaurant isn’t open until Wednesday and a little pricey, no room service etc. no work out area or gym… the area makes up for it - lots of restaurants close by
Todd, 5-night business trip
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