Bowness
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
University of Calgary
Explore the campus of University of Calgary, during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Calgary Tower
With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Bowness Hotel Deals
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
Friendly staff. The hotel is doing renovations, so that was sore eyes. The hotel room was renovated, but still had some older fixtures that I believe should have been updated as well. You don't get breakfast when you book through Expedia, but the Dennis restaurant is conveniently connected to the ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/18
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites Calgary West
Room was great and clean. The pool was another story. The water was so dirty that you couldn’t see the bottom of the pool. The hot tub was almost completely empty, like a foot of water in it. I talked to one staff member who was not helpful so I had to go tell front desk about the issue. Couldn’t ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/19
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
From cost point of view, this hotel is an absolute bargain anytime but few upgrades such as having charging points (type -c) in the room will be very helpful .Also cleanliness could be enhanced including inside the elevator
Reviewed on 2026/4/21
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Stayed at Hotel 11 Calgary Airport and it was an easy 5-star experience. The rooms were super clean, modern, and comfortable—exactly what you want after a long day of travel. The staff were friendly and helpful from check-in to check-out, and everything ran smoothly. Great location near the airport, ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/21
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Good food.
Reviewed on 2026/4/21
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
A good portion of the hotel was under construction, which brought its own limitations to the overall rating. But generally speaking, the hotel is good place to stay when airport travel is early the next morning.
Reviewed on 2026/4/21
Other neighborhoods around Bowness
University District
Take time in University District to visit attractions like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Banff Trail Station to see more of the city.
Northwest Calgary
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 the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Banff Trail
If you're passing through Banff Trail, you may want to check out its live music. From there, jump on the metro at Banff Trail Station to see more of the area.
Kensington
River views, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Connaught
While visiting Connaught, you might make a stop by sights like 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House.
Downtown Calgary
Dense urban district with a mix of residential, commercial, and corporate areas, Downtown Calgary offers shopping and dining along the pedestrian-friendly Stephen Avenue Walk. Explore attractions like the Devonian Gardens, Calgary Tower, and Glenbow Museum, or take advantage of the free CTrain light rail along 7th Avenue S.
