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.
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
Good Earth Coffee House - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Tim Hortons - 16 min walk
Higher Ground - Capitol Hill - 10 min walk
Kinjo Sushi & Grill - 14 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. This eco-friendly motel is also within a short drive of Stampede Park and Calgary Zoo. 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
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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
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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
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Very good
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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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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2025
Great hotel for the price
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Great stay
Great stay, easy check in and out. Convenient.
Hung
Hung, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 Aug 2025
It was good.
Comfy beds, good stay
Jayrajsinh
Jayrajsinh, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2025
Accommodations were comfortable. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Doreen
Doreen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jul 2025
Family trip
Breakfast is a plus. Cleanliness in the room is so-so. Location is good and convenient.
Wai Yan
Wai Yan, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 May 2025
Good place to stay in Calgary
Krutika
Krutika, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 May 2025
Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Ron
Ron, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Jun 2025
Visiting in order to attend a celebration of life event for an old friend
Jean
Jean, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Mar 2025
Nice clean place to stay
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2025
Great location for what we planned on doing in Calgary
Terry
Terry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2025
Got there a bit late at night, it was very easy and welcoming to check in!
Very simple breakfast!
Room was clean and comfortable!
Jessie
Jessie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
Room was clean and bed comfortable. Breakfast was included and coffee was hot and attendant was there always making sure the food was topped up and tablws cleaned.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Mar 2025
For a quick overnight stay, it was good
Grace
Grace, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2025
Check in was quick and easy. I have stayed here prior and the person at the desk recognized me from before which made chek in very easy.
Rob
Rob, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2025
Accessible to Banff trail, reasonable price and friendly staffs
Lorena
Lorena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
Very clean and quiet property
Archit
Archit, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Mar 2025
Nice place
Ruby
Ruby, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2025
Fantastic reception great pool geeat room as usual
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2025
Room was lovely and clean. breakfast was great. no complaints
Kayla
Kayla, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Feb 2025
We were happily surprised by the room compated to the price! We slept really well and the breakfast was amazing!
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Apr 2025
Checking in was quick. Good followup by front desk if room was suitable.
Rick
Rick, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Mar 2025
The staff were friendly.
Joyce Shek Yin
Joyce Shek Yin, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 May 2025
Excellent.
Boualem
Boualem, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Great overall experience
Filomena
Filomena, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jun 2025
Good value for the money spent. Clean, comfortable. I was on the bottom floor so I could here footsteps above. Small annoyance compared to the good and clean room