Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

2.0 star property
Motel near University of Calgary in Calgary

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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2231 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB, T2M 4L2
  • Place, McMahon Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Calgary
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Foothills Athletic Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Tower)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Calgary

Northwest Calgary stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Northwest Calgary motel, you'll find University of Calgary and McMahon Stadium. Foothills Athletic Park and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • McMahon Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Calgary - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Foothills Athletic Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trans Canada Pipeline Arch - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Banff Trail Station - 4 min walk
  • Calgary University Station - 18 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground - Capitol Hill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kinjo Sushi & Grill - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

Motel near University of Calgary in Calgary
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University also features a vending machine and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Calgary motel is smoke free.

  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University offers 82 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Calgary motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University to the airport?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University is 11.8 mi (22-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 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University on May 31, 2026 start from CA $109, 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 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University.

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Cowboys Casino (9-min drive) and Elbow River Casino (9-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University have a pool?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University features an indoor pool.

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University to downtown Calgary?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University is 2.4 mi away from Calgary.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Mae

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Douglas

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, good kitchenette
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jerico

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tv kept cutting out. The people above were stomping around all night. Parking was brutal and could hear the c train every 30 mins like it was in the room. Bed was rock hard
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tv connection was terrible, tv shows would freeze and then go to a fuzzy screen and say weak connection.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
I never did check-in and cannot connect with the chat function to get with hotels.com
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria Isabel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

I stayed in the king standard, it had a fridge, stove, microwave, even a kitchen sink! Its an older building for sure, but the bed was comfy, the shower was hot with nice pressure, tv worked & the pancakes at breakfast were tasty. It
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lucas

Loud
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mhonie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We like it that there is a heater inside the washroom. Quiet place and we enjoy the pool and hot tub. The room is clean and spacious. We did not enjoy the breakfast that much,. we are looking for something like sausages or bacon and potato wedges maybe just to add up some protein.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Hosnay

I could not sleep due to very loud sound of LRT running every 10 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JINGWEI

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice but cold on the floors, could use carpet. The kitchenette was nice to have, clean place. Could have staff that speak English to request what was needed. Overall it was nice to stay in.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guo

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Caity

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nice. Comfy bed Breakfast was okay. Only protein was hard boiled eggs but coffee was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025