What is Varsity like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Calgary's Varsity neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Market Mall and Bow River as part of your Varsity travel plans.

How many hotels are there in the Varsity area?

With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Varsity to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Calgary area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Varsity, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Varsity.

What is there to do in this Calgary neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Bow River, Dale Hodges Park and Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs. Market Mall and Landmark Cinemas 5 Market Mall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Varsity include Hextall Bridge, Cineplex VIP Cinemas University District and Spire Sculpture. While you're out sightseeing in Calgary, make sure that you visit other sights such as Olympic Oval or Nature an Eternal Mystery Sculpture.

How can I get around Varsity and the greater Calgary area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Dalhousie Station and Brentood Station.

Top 10 Varsity Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Varsity hotels

1. Alt Hotel Calgary University District

University District, 2.1 km from Varsity

Saby

RM584 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West

Bowness, 3.6 km from Varsity

Alun

RM455 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary Northwest

3 km from Varsity

Jelly Joyce

RM349 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

4. Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites Calgary West

Bowness, 3.4 km from Varsity

Laura

RM508 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

5. Coast Calgary University Area Hotel by APA

Banff Trail, 4.3 km from Varsity

Farnaz

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

6. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest

Banff Trail, 4.4 km from Varsity

Stephen

RM332 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG

Banff Trail, 4.1 km from Varsity

Julie

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

8. Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North

8.6 km from Varsity

Ryan

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

9. Centro Motel

2.8 km from Varsity

Tedros

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District

Connaught, 8.3 km from Varsity

Divya

RM791 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

11. Grey Eagle Resort

Southwest Calgary, 9.8 km from Varsity

Andrea

RM646 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. Element by Marriott Calgary Downtown

Downtown Calgary, 7.5 km from Varsity

Minda

RM677 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

13. Hyatt Place Calgary Airport

Stoney, 9.9 km from Varsity

Gayna

RM483 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

14. Hyatt Regency Calgary

Downtown Calgary, 8.7 km from Varsity

Ian

RM732 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

15. Park Inn by Radisson, Calgary Airport North, AB

Stoney, 10.6 km from Varsity

Frances

RM437 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Calgary - University

Banff Trail, 4.2 km from Varsity

Brenda

RM316 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Indoor pool, open 5:00 AM to midnight, pool loungers

17. The Westin Calgary

Downtown Calgary, 8.1 km from Varsity

Alexander

RM742 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

18. Hampton Inn by Hilton Calgary Airport North

Stoney, 11.6 km from Varsity

Dale

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Calgary-Airport, Alberta, Canada

Stoney, 11.7 km from Varsity

Ronak

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

20. Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Airport In-Terminal

11.3 km from Varsity

Kasey

RM956 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Where to stay in Varsity

Find the best Varsity areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Calgary

CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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.

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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 Southland Leisure Centre.

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Northwest Calgary

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

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Southeast Calgary

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

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Beltline

Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Elbow River Casino and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.

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