Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

2.0 star property
Motel with indoor pool, near University of Calgary

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Lobby
Indoor pool
Located near Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University offers a convenient stay with free continental breakfast and an indoor pool. Guests can connect to WiFi, work out in the 24-hour gym, or unwind after a long day with laundry facilities on hand.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $63
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Tower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
2231 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB, T2M 4L2

What's nearby

  • McMahon Stadium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Calgary - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Foothills Medical Centre - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Calgary Tower - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 22 min drive
  • Calgary Heritage Station - 16 min drive
  • Calgary University Station - 18 min walk
  • Banff Trail Station - 4 min walk
  • Lions Park Station - 13 min walk
  • SAIT-ACA-Jubilee Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground - Capitol Hill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kinjo Sushi & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University puts you a short five-minute drive from University of Calgary and Foothills Medical Centre. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the 24-hour fitness centre, or go for a swim in the indoor pool. Also, Stampede Park and Calgary Zoo are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Banff Trail Station is 4 minutes and Lions Park Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 82 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 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
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

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

Is there an on-site casino at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Cowboys Casino (9-min drive) and Elbow River Casino (9-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University and nearby?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

What's the area around Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University like?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University is in Northwest Calgary, a short 4-minute walk from Banff Trail Station and 12 minutes' walk from University of Calgary.

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Hot Tub
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as very good, great, perfect, and satisfactory. (24 reviews)
  • The pool and hot tub were clean and provided a relaxing experience. (5 reviews)
  • The hot tub was clean, at a good temperature, and had good heat and jets. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Nice place.

Breakfast was great! Room was nice and had a great little kitchenette. Bed was too firm but clean. Staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Janelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My room is excellent.
Jonathan Geron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room is big and clean, a quiet place to relax too
Benalyn, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and safe
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best service and cleanliness
Md Nurul Afser, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet property
Archit, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good but with severe Internet issues

Good in general but with outdated security protocol on the Internet, putting guests' devices at risk. That is when it even works, which it never did during our visit.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were friendly.
Joyce Shek Yin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely and clean. breakfast was great. no complaints
Kayla, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Checking in was quick. Good followup by front desk if room was suitable.
Rick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a
Kelsie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perry's Review

I usually stay at the econo lodge and suites. I love everything about this hotel. The staff are amazing especially Romeza. She is the best desk clerk I've ever dealt with.
Perry, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Parking lot needs repair. Door landing was dirty. Room appeared clean with new floors but furniture was worn.
Philippe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is close to Foothills Hospital
Graziella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

quiet big bed good sleep good breakfast nice personnel
Tony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reasonable rates, clean rooms, breakfast was ok (not great) and close to hospital.
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pool was out of service. The carpet was old. All the rest is good
Kireny, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was close to many places to eat and it was clean and felt safe
Dawn, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The parking lot was too noisy during the night
Evelyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean bed was soft and pillows were not too soft or too hard. Breakfast offered was more continental style with an option to make pancakes.
Alysia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pretty nice and peaceful
Athenia, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

The bed was very low, the sheets were of poor quality. In the room I stayed in, I could hear everything from the guest next door.
Eva, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice clean room and washroom. The Internet was fast.
Haroon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Big room, clean. Great location.
Eric, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

No elevator access to the second floor for my son's stroller
Tilahun Bizuneh, 3-night trip