Calgary Hotels with an Indoor Pool
Calgary's winters are cold, so an indoor pool is useful in every season here, and the choice is wide. Downtown, the Fairmont Palliser has a large indoor pool and a day spa, and Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown pairs its pool with river and skyline views. Most of the other hotels on this page sit around Calgary International Airport, where two of them, Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal and the Calgary Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel, connect directly to the terminal. For families staying longer, suites with kitchens at Staybridge Suites or Homewood Suites come with a pool and a hot tub as well.
Calgary sits where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet, on the prairie east of the Rocky Mountains, with Banff and the national parks to the west. Downtown is a grid of office towers around the Calgary Tower and Stephen Avenue, with the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and the riverside paths close by. Every July the Calgary Stampede fills the city, and in winter cold spells alternate with milder chinook winds. The airport lies north-east of the centre, ringed by hotels, while the University of Calgary and McMahon Stadium are to the north-west.
Pools downtown, at the terminal, in suites
An indoor pool in Calgary earns its place all year: after a cold day in the city, before an early flight, or with children during Stampede week in July. What sets these hotels apart is location. The downtown hotels put you near the Calgary Tower and the convention centre, the airport hotels make a late arrival easy, and the suites to the north and south of the city give you a kitchen. I mention a hot tub, sauna or spa only where the hotel's own description lists one.
Downtown, the Fairmont Palliser is the one I would choose for the pool itself: the hotel describes it as large, and it adds a hot tub and a day spa. It connects to the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre by skywalk, has several restaurants on site and scores 8.7 from 395 reviews. Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown is the more straightforward option, with an indoor pool, a seasonal sun deck, a full-service fitness centre and rooms looking over the river or the skyline, also at 8.7, from 640 reviews. Both keep you in the city centre, close to the Calgary Tower and Stephen Avenue.
For an early flight, a hotel inside the terminal is hard to beat. Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal connects directly to Calgary International Airport and has an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and a 24-hour fitness centre, with soundproofed rooms and a score of 9.0 from 961 reviews; it also accepts pets. The Calgary Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel offers the same direct access, an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a full-service spa, with meals at YAKIMA Social Kitchen + Bar. The Westin Calgary Airport, steps from the terminal, adds a hot tub and a free shuttle, and scores 9.1.
Families staying several nights near the airport have good suite options with a pool. Staybridge Suites - Calgary Airport by IHG has fully equipped kitchens, an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sun terrace, a free airport shuttle and a continental buffet breakfast. Homewood Suites Calgary Airport serves a hot breakfast, runs a 24-hour shuttle and gives every suite a kitchenette, with mountain views from some of them. Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North, the most reviewed hotel here at 8.9 from 3,735 reviews, combines kitchenettes, an indoor pool, a hot tub, a restaurant and bar, and a free airport shuttle.
Away from the centre and the airport, three hotels stand out. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Calgary University by IHG, near McMahon Stadium, has an indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre, scoring 8.8 from 494 reviews. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Calgary South adds a family-friendly Italian restaurant and free parking, with an ice-skating rink nearby. Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary South has the highest score on this page, 9.2, though from only 86 reviews; it offers kitchenettes, an indoor pool, a hot tub, a spa and wellness area and a daily buffet breakfast, and it accepts pets.
A traveler's takeIf I had a morning flight out of Calgary, I would book Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal, swim in its indoor pool the evening before and walk straight to check-in. For a city stay, I would choose the Fairmont Palliser for its large pool and day spa, a short walk from the Calgary Tower. With children for several nights, I recommend Staybridge Suites - Calgary Airport, whose full kitchens and free shuttle make the logistics simpler.
4.6Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary South
Indoor Pool · 86 reviewsFamily-friendly suites with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, and a spa
Why guests love itResidence Inn Calgary South is built for families on longer stays: the air-conditioned family rooms have kitchenettes, and a buffet breakfast is served every day. The indoor pool and hot tub give children a reliable activity through the Alberta seasons, and parents can use the fitness centre or the spa and wellness area. An on-site restaurant serves American dishes at lunch and dinner, and pets are welcome too.
4.6The Westin Calgary Airport
Indoor Pool · 420 reviewsModern comfort with an indoor pool and hot tub, steps from the airport
Why guests love itFor a family flying in or out of Calgary, this Westin removes most of the stress: it sits steps from Calgary International Airport with a complimentary shuttle, and the indoor pool and hot tub give children a way to burn off energy after a long flight. A restaurant on site means dinner without a drive. Rooms have a work desk and coffee maker, and pets are welcome. Its 9.1 rating from more than 400 reviews is excellent for an airport hotel.
4.5Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal
Indoor Pool · 961 reviewsAirport convenience with an indoor pool and soundproofed rooms
Why guests love itBeing directly connected to Calgary International Airport is the main reason I would book the Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal for a family flight. There is no shuttle to wait for with luggage and children, and soundproofed rooms help everyone sleep despite the runways. The indoor pool, hot tub and sauna fill a layover evening, and the fitness centre is open 24 hours. Pets are welcome too. Guests rate it 9.0 across 961 reviews, an excellent score.
4.5Calgary Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel
Indoor Pool · 753 reviewsDirect airport access with a spa, indoor pool, and pet-friendly amenities
Why guests love itCalgary Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel connects directly to Calgary International Airport, so a family can walk from the gate to the room without a shuttle. The indoor pool and hot tub help children burn off energy before an early flight, and rooms include a mini-refrigerator for milk and snacks. YAKIMA Social Kitchen + Bar handles dinner on site, and pets are accepted. Rated 8.9 across 753 reviews, I would book it for the night before or after a long-haul trip.
4.5Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North
Indoor Pool · 3735 reviewsFamily-friendly comfort with an indoor pool and airport shuttle
Why guests love itFamily rooms with kitchenettes are the main asset here, letting parents prepare simple meals and keep snacks to hand. The indoor pool and hot tub give children a reliable activity through a Calgary winter, and the sun terrace is there for warmer days. A restaurant and a bar are on site, pets are accepted, and the free airport shuttle makes arrivals and departures easier with luggage and tired children in tow.
4.4Holiday Inn Express and Suites Calgary University by IHG
Indoor Pool · 494 reviewsFamily-friendly comfort with an indoor pool and hot tub near the university
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express & Suites Calgary University has air-conditioned family rooms with private bathrooms, and an indoor swimming pool and hot tub that give children an easy evening after a day out. Parents can use the fitness centre, and WiFi is free. Its location near McMahon Stadium is handy for a family attending a game or an event there. With an 8.8 rating across 494 reviews, I would book it as a calm, well-reviewed family base in northwest Calgary.
4.4Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Airport
Indoor Pool · 122 reviewsSpacious suites with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, and airport convenience
Why guests love itSuites and studios with a fully equipped kitchenette make the Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Airport a sensible base for families, especially on longer stays. Breakfast is served daily, so mornings are covered, and the indoor pool gives children an outlet after a day out. The hotel sits 12 km from both downtown Calgary and Calgary International Airport, which suits a car-based trip. Pets are welcome, and 122 reviews average a strong 8.8.
4.4Homewood Suites Calgary Airport
Indoor Pool · 452 reviewsSpacious suites with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, and airport shuttle service
Why guests love itHomewood Suites Calgary Airport is an all-suite hotel where every suite has a kitchenette, a seating area and a dining area, so a family can spread out and eat in. The hot breakfast is included, the indoor pool and hot tub fill the evenings, and Wi-Fi is free. A 24-hour airport shuttle makes early flights easier, and some suites look towards the mountains. With an 8.8 score from 452 reviews, I would book it for the start or end of a trip.
4.4Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Calgary South - Conference Ctr by IHG
Indoor Pool · 330 reviewsComfortable rooms, an indoor pool, and family-friendly dining in Calgary
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Hotel & Suites Calgary South has a family-friendly Italian restaurant on site, which takes the stress out of dinner with children. The indoor pool is a reliable evening activity, and an ice-skating rink nearby adds a winter outing. Rooms are air-conditioned and parking is free, useful for families exploring Calgary and the foothills by car. I would choose it for families who want an easy, well-rated base in south Calgary.
4.4Staybridge Suites - Calgary Airport by IHG
Indoor Pool · 518 reviewsFamily-friendly suites with kitchens, an indoor pool, and airport shuttle
Why guests love itStaybridge Suites Calgary Airport gives families rooms with fully equipped kitchens, so early dinners and picky eaters are easy to manage. The indoor pool and hot tub fill the evenings, and there is a sun terrace for warmer days. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, and the free airport shuttle helps on arrival and departure days. With an 8.7 score from 518 reviews, I would choose it for the first or last nights of a Calgary trip.
4.4Fairmont Palliser
Indoor Pool · 395 reviewsLuxury hotel with indoor pool, spa, and skywalk access to convention centre
Why guests love itA large indoor pool and a hot tub are what I would point out first to families at the Fairmont Palliser, especially during a Calgary winter. Rooms with city views include a coffee maker and a minibar, and several on-site restaurants spare the search for dinner with children. Pets are accepted, and parents can book time at the day spa. The skywalk link to the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre also suits a family trip combined with work. Guests rate it 8.7 across 395 reviews.
4.4Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown
Indoor Pool · 640 reviewsRiver and city views from a downtown hotel with a pool and sun deck
Why guests love itFamilies get a dependable downtown base with real perks for children. The indoor pool is a lifesaver during Calgary's long winters, and the seasonal sun deck takes over in summer, Stampede week included. Rooms come with mini-fridges and coffeemakers, and many look out over the Bow River or the skyline, which children tend to love at night. The restaurant is on site, and pets are accepted for families travelling with a dog.
4.3Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel
Indoor Pool · 571 reviewsComfortable stay with an indoor pool and hot tub near Calgary Airport
Why guests love itSheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel sits near Calgary International Airport, which suits families with early flights or a late arrival. The indoor pool is the obvious evening plan for children, and parents can use the hot tub, sauna and fitness centre or relax at the bar. Rooms are air-conditioned with tea and coffee makers and flat-screen TVs. Pets are welcome, and the Calgary Tower and Stampede grounds are a drive away. A guest score of 8.6 from 571 reviews is reassuring.
Local tips
- 1Book an in-terminal hotel, Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal or the Calgary Airport Marriott, if your flight leaves early: both connect directly to the airport.
- 2For a sauna as well as a pool, Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal is the only hotel on this page that lists one.
- 3Families staying a week should look at suites with kitchens: Staybridge Suites - Calgary Airport, Homewood Suites and Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Airport.
- 4During the Calgary Stampede in July, the Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel is a pool option whose description mentions easy access to the Stampede.
- 5Request a river-facing room at Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown, where rooms look over the river or the city skyline.
- 6Ask about pool opening hours and family swim times at check-in: the hotel descriptions on this page do not list them.