StayAreasIs Beltline a good place to stay in Calgary?
Yes, especially for food, nightlife and Stampede. 17th Avenue is on the doorstep, but it's loud at weekends.
Stay here if
- Couples and groups of friends
- Food lovers
- Stampede and hockey fans
Look elsewhere if
- You want quiet nights
- You want lots of hotel choice
- You're travelling with young kids
Hotels in Beltline
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Staying in Beltline
The Beltline is the liveliest place to stay in Calgary. 17th Avenue's restaurants and bars are on the doorstep, Stampede Park and the Saddledome are a short walk east, and downtown is about 10 minutes away on foot.
The neighbourhood is young and fast-changing, with apartment towers, small parks and old brick buildings full of cafes and breweries. When the Flames win, 17th Avenue fills with celebrating fans, and during Stampede the bars spill onto the streets.
The downside is the noise and the limited hotel choice. Weekend nights on 17th Avenue are loud, there are only a few hotels, and rooms cost a lot during Stampede and big events.
What makes the Beltline worth it is the energy. You can walk to dinner on 17th Avenue, catch a Flames game and stroll back to your hotel, with downtown and the river a short walk away.
Getting around
- 17th Avenue SW8walk
- Stephen Avenue18walk
- Calgary Tower19walk
- Chinatown19transit
- Kensington20transit
- Stampede Park24walk
- Calgary International Airport (YYC)57
Beltline questions
Is Beltline a good area to stay in Calgary?
Yes, especially for food, nightlife and Stampede. 17th Avenue is on the doorstep, but it's loud at weekends. It suits couples and groups of friends, food lovers and stampede and hockey fans.
How much does a hotel in Beltline cost?
A typical double is around $280 a night at a budget hotel, $370 mid-range and $460 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Beltline?
About 57 minutes door to door: taxi or rideshare from the airport.
How far is Beltline from the main sights?
Door to door from Beltline: 17th Avenue SW 8 minutes on foot, Stephen Avenue 18 minutes on foot, Calgary Tower 19 minutes on foot and Chinatown 19 minutes.