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Character Home Downtown and 17th Av.

Property class: 3
3-star Victorian guest house near Calgary Zoo

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A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, stainless steel appliances, and white cabinetry.
A bedroom with a large forest-themed wall mural, a bed, and a potted plant.
A hallway with a staircase, a potted plant, a large window with a tree view, and a door leading to another room.
A dining area with a table, chairs, a window, and a mural of a river and forest.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a rug, a side table with a picture frame, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1624 13 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T3C 0T7
  • Place, 17 Avenue SW
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bow River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephen Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a forest-themed wall hanging.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with chairs, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a door.

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large forest-themed wall mural, a neatly made bed, and a small bedside table with a plant.

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and two rolled towels, a bedside lamp, and a window with a view of trees.

Basic Double Room

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large forest mural on the wall, a neatly made bed with a rolled towel, and a small framed picture on the wall.

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Calgary

Heart of Calgary.Within a 15-minute walk of this Southwest Calgary guesthouse, you'll find 17 Avenue SW and Bow River. Central Memorial Park and Calgary Court House No. 2 are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • 17 Avenue SW - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bow River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stephen Avenue - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • CORE Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Prince's Island Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Sunalta Station - 8 min walk
  • Calgary University Station - 13 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Two House Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ryuko Beltline - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Character Home Downtown and 17th Av.

3-star Victorian guest house near Calgary Zoo
As a guest of Character Home Downtown and 17th Av., you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Calgary guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1917
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. offers 5 accommodations with rice cookers and slippers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and portable fans. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2017.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Guests are recommended to download the property's NDD Stays Guesty App (link) mobile app before check-in

This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number BL267442

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

How close is Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. to the airport?

Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. is 12 mi (26-min drive) away from the Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Character Home Downtown and 17th Av.?

As of Sept 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. on Oct 6, 2026 start from CA $72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Character Home Downtown and 17th Av..

Does Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. offer free breakfast?

Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Character Home Downtown and 17th Av.?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Elbow River Casino (4-min drive) and Cowboys Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Character Home Downtown and 17th Av.?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Character Home Downtown and 17th Av.?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. have a pool?

Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. does not have a pool.

Does Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. to downtown Calgary?

Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. is 1.3 mi away from Calgary.

Character Home Downtown and 17th Av. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

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