Southern Alberta

Travel Guide

Atlas Coal Mine showing industrial elements, signage and tranquil scenes
Atlas Coal Mine showing industrial elements, signage and tranquil scenes
Banff Gondola featuring a castle, landscape views and a small town or village
Drumheller Valley showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs which includes swimming, a pool and a luxury hotel or resort

Where to stay in Southern Alberta

Prince\'s Island Park featuring a city, a high rise building and street scenes

Downtown Calgary

4/5(57 area reviews)

TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre 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.

Downtown Calgary
Street view of Banff Avenue in autumn evening. Snow capped Cascade Mountain with pink rosy sky in the background. Alberta, Canada.

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
17 Avenue SW which includes outdoor art

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 Stampede Park.

Southwest Calgary
Calgary skyline with a sprinkle of stamped fireworks.

Southeast Calgary

4/5(10 area reviews)

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

Southeast Calgary
Lake Moraine, Banff

Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
Peace Bridge showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Northwest Calgary

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is HK$920 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$920
HK$1,023 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,045 reviews)
Loved the hot pool

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is HK$746 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$746
HK$830 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,734 reviews)
Property and surrounding area scenery breath taking this winter with all the snow. Buildings are ‘tired’ and could use updating… not the cleanest but staff did eventually come by to do a thorough vacuum, especial soft furnishings and rugs. Restaurant was adequate. Location was key to enjoying the ...

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
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
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,643 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, worth the stay.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,949 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way Banff AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,856 reviews)
Hot tub alone is worth the visit. Rooms a little dated but clean and spacious with a wood burning fireplace. Next time I stay I might request and upper room because the skiers were making quite a bit of noise above use when getting ready early in the morning. Had a couple of deer come right to out ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hidden Ridge Resort
Basecamp Resorts Canmore

Basecamp Resorts Canmore

3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail Canmore AB
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,419 reviews)
The staff was very friendly, which was great. The set up was lovely and definitely clean, which is always nice. It’s great for big groups of people. The hide a bed was extremely comfortable, which was shocking as they normally are horrible, but they have a nice foam on them, which is really great. ...

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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