Popular places to visit
Alberta University of the Arts
Explore the campus of Alberta University of the Arts during your visit to Calgary.
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.
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.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Banff Town ,Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Johnston Canyon Tour
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff Town, Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Top hotels in Hillhurst
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Excellent friendly service.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Excellent Check in! Shuttle service was top-notch too! Room was clean and beds were so comfortable!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Everything good, nice customer service, room clean and a good breakfast Thank you!!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Kind and friendly staff. Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Clean and staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Park Inn by Radisson, Calgary Airport North, AB
Clean, love the suites. Accommodating.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hillhurst
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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre 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.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Cowboys Casino and Stampede Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede 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.
