Close to the Calgary Zoo, Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary offers a vibrant retreat. Dive into the indoor pool with a waterslide or work out in the gym while staying connected with free WiFi and enjoying dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests rave about the helpful staff and love starting their day with a breakfast buffet.
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 13 min drive
Calgary University Station - 19 min drive
Calgary Heritage Station - 24 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 16 min walk
7-Eleven - 3 min drive
Tim Hortons - 15 min walk
Cactus Club Cafe - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Calgary Zoo and Stampede Park. You can get a workout in at the fitness centre, or take a dip in the indoor pool. Also, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and BMO Centre are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the pool and helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
101 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Airport-Calgary
Calgary Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary Hotel
Holiday Inn Calgary
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Airport - Calgary Hotel Calgary
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Airport - Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Calgary
Holiday Inn Express Airport Calgary
Inn Express Airport Calgary
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG 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.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM at scheduled times.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Calgary (6-min drive) and Cowboys Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG has an indoor pool and a fitness center.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG is in Horizon, a short 17-minute walk from The Hangar Flight Museum. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Airport-Calgary by IHG Reviews
8,4
Very good
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8,8
Cleanliness
8,4
Amenities
8,8
Staff & service
8,6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with a good variety of options. (78 reviews)
The pool was a highlight for many guests, with kids enjoying the large pool and water slide. (55 reviews)
The airport shuttle service was convenient, efficient, and punctual, with staff providing helpful assistance with transportation. (21 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2026
Breakfast was great every morning, rooms were spacious and staff were absolutely amazing!
Terra
Terra, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 February 2026
Amazing staff, clean room, great amenities, breakfast was delicious, loved the sitting room in lobby to have coffee in the morning
Nicolle
Nicolle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 February 2026
Always a great place to stay. Staff very nice and helpful. Clean, great amenities.
Bonnie
Bonnie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
01 February 2026
Clean rooms, lots of space super friendly staff
Jesse
Jesse, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 February 2026
Great pool
Jill
Jill, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2025
Friendly staff and clean room.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 March 2026
It was good
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2025
Room very clean pool area was great with the grand kids lots of options for breakfast
Alvina
Alvina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2026
Great room
Bobbie Jo
Bobbie Jo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 October 2025
Fabulous stay! Enjoyed breakfast and the staff were Lovely pleasant and helpful!
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 December 2025
Great place for families with kids! Airport shuttle by staff member was punctual and friendly
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2025
Clean room and Staff was so friendly.
Mandeep
Mandeep, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 June 2025
Nice rooms, good breakfast
Sudha
Sudha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 February 2026
Staff and amenities were great but towels for the pool wasn't available during hole weekend, we had to walk to the laundry to get some.
Alberto
Alberto, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2025
Everything was fabulous, free breakfast included and room was awesome!
Jodie
Jodie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 November 2025
Friendly staff. Kids enjoyed the pool.
Raelene
Raelene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2025
Clean room and the staff is very polite
Jair
Jair, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2025
Always a good clean friendly spot.
William J
William J, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
09 September 2025
Friendly staff, and decent size rooms. My family and I also enjoyed the breakfast and pool. Would definitely stay here again!
Ashley
Ashley, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2025
Staff was very friendly
Rita
Rita, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
14 December 2025
Room was okay, a bit dirty and rough looking. Breakfast was great
Leigh ann
Leigh ann, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
06 October 2025
People there are nice and friendly.
KING LUP
KING LUP, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2025
Clean room friendly staff
Paulino III
Paulino III, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2025
Hotel was very clean.
Room was very nice and large.
Only 2 small complaints are for the size of the room i could have had two lounge chairs not just one and being a jetted tub room not enough towels.
Grwat breakfadt.
bryan
bryan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2025
Easy going environment And great room and amenities