Cougar Ridge Travel Guide
Calgary
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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.
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 theatre scene.
Canada Olympic Park
Ski the slopes, take a bobsled ride, catch an ice hockey game and tackle mountain biking trails at this park that was opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk Ticket in Canada
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Cougar Ridge
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
"Old rooms and amenities."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North
"Best hotel I’ve stayed at and for sure will be staying here whenever I’m in Calgary area. The room was amazing! Had everything we needed, was a great price, and really clean. The hotel staff were also very welcoming and kind. Overall, a great place to stay and very close to the airport."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
"Very clean room! Will go back. The breakfast was wonderful as well"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
"Easy park and go, nice pool."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
"Try han"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
"a great budget option. Rooms were clean and staff friendly. Some maintenance upkeep is needed as a few things are in need of minor repair (shower head for example). Wifi was OK enough. Rooms were reasonably quiet for how busy the hotel was. Food at the restaurant was great and the staff was very ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cougar Ridge
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like The Hamptons Golf Club or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
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
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
