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Compiled by the Road Trip Alberta team
Last updated on January 8, 2024
It’s an indisputable fact that Airbnb has changed the landscape of travel. Personally, we love ourselves a good Airbnb, and searching the large database of properties is one of the first things we do when we are planning travel. Whether we’re just renting a room and connecting with a local family or stretching out in a true home-away-from-home, there’s something to fit everyone’s style and budget. And if you arrived at this article to find some ideas of attractive Calgary Airbnbs, then you are in for a real treat.
There are hundreds of Airbnb possibilities in Calgary, but we’ve narrowed it down to our top picks and a few solid options in all four quadrants of the city to give you some ideas. (While we haven’t personally stayed at all of them, our research included a deep look at reviews, amenities, and with an eye for those that are simply really cool!)
Our Favourite Calgary Airbnbs
The Soda Shop Suite
- Type: Entire apartment
- Suitable for: Singles / Couples
- Guests: up to 2
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Number of beds: 1
Enjoy a blast to the past in this apartment which is modelled after a 1950s soda shop. Clint and Nikki go out of their way to make sure your stay is the best possible and the reviews brag often about the comfortable bed (a key feature in our eyes)!
Benefits of staying here:
- Private patio with patio table & chairs and a BBQ.
- Added perks such as a coffee maker and free coffee.
- 15-minute walk to C-train station.
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New Condo in Trendy Kensington
- Type: Entire condo
- Suitable for: Couples / Family
- Guests: up to 4
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Number of beds: 2
Location, location, location! This super chic condo is in the heart of one of Calgary’s hottest neighbourhoods. So many important amenities just outside the door: drool-worthy restaurants, quick access to the city transit, cool shops, and much more.
Benefits of staying here:
- Super stylish space close to everything.
- Host communication is highly rated.
- Attached balcony with a beautiful view.
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Downtown Calgary Airbnbs
Staying in the city’s core is where you want to be for quick access to a multitude of fine dining options, nightlife, great shopping, and major attractions like the Saddledome, Stampede grounds, Studio Bell, and more.
Spectacular Downtown Views Apartment
- Type: Entire apartment
- Suitable for: Single / Couples
- Guests: up to 2
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Number of beds: 1
Wake up to top-notch city views in this luxury condo with floor-to-ceiling windows. This is a perfect spot to crash between Calgary Stampede parties or after a Flames game. For some chill time in between activities, enjoy the common outdoor space with access to a rooftop garden patio and fitness facilities.
Benefits of staying here:
- Free downtown parking (that can save you big $).
- Attached to the building is a gourmet grocery store, Starbucks, and liquor store.
- Within walking distance to so many attractions!
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Immaculate Downtown Apartment w/ Panoramic City Views
- Type: Entire apartment
- Suitable for: Couples / Small Families
- Guests: up to 4
- Number of bedrooms: 2
- Number of beds: 2
Chic? Check. Downtown? Check. Awesome views? Check! With floor-to-ceiling windows, you’ll go to sleep and wake up to incredible views of the city. The open and calming layout makes this property a true oasis. You will feel refreshed every single day of your stay.
Benefits of staying here:
- Sleek granite-topped breakfast bar with a fully-stocked kitchen.
- It has a washer/dryer, which is very useful for long-term stays!
- Just a few blocks from the trendiest area in Calgary.
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Southeast Calgary Airbnb
The southeast side of Calgary offers up plenty for visitors. There are lots of restaurants and golf courses nearby, it has easy access to get to Deerfoot Meadows for any necessary shopping, and Fish Creek Park is where you can go to engulf yourself in nature.
Basement Walkout to Fish Creek Park
- Type: Entire bungalow
- Suitable for: Family
- Guests: up to 6
- Number of bedrooms: 2
- Number of beds: 2
Walk out from this stylish bungalow suite and right onto Fish Creek Park – one of the most popular green spaces in Calgary. Shopping amenities are near, and a city transit stop is right outside the door to ensure easy access to the rest of Calgary. Note that this is a shared space (the owners live upstairs), so if you require full quiet, this may not be for you.
Benefits of staying here:
- There’s a foosball table!
- The Bow River is in view, and hiking/biking trails are right there for you to enjoy.
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Northeast Calgary Airbnbs
The big draw to booking an Airbnb in the northeast of Calgary is the proximity to the airport, and if you want to get in and out of the city quickly. There are a lot of options for comfortable stays, which we assume is what you might want after a long flight, so the following are a couple of great options to rest up.
Comfort in Style Close to the Airport
- Type: Guest Suite (separate entrance)
- Suitable for: Couples / Family
- Guests: up to 4
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Number of beds: 2
What makes this one of the most popular Calgary Airbnbs is that it’s less than 10 minutes from the airport. On top of that, this space is luxurious and comfortable and features all modern decor and appliances.
Benefits of staying here:
- Hot tub!
- Quick in and out – close to the highway and the airport, this is a perfect pit stop.
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Charles Guest Suite
- Type: Entire guest suite (separate entrance)
- Suitable for: Couples / Family / Groups
- Guests: up to 6
- Number of bedrooms: 2
- Number of beds: 2
This walkout guest suite is set up perfectly for your family in the northeast corner of the city. Be close to the airport or Stoney Trail which will get you in and out of the city quickly.
Benefits of staying here:
- Close to walking paths, biking paths, and a dog park.
- Enjoy a big backyard with lawn furniture.
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Don’t Forget
Finding an Airbnb that accepts your furbaby can be tricky, so we also have a list of pet friendly Calgary hotels that should help!
Looking for somewhere to eat or something to do in Calgary? Be sure to use our handy Things to Do in Calgary guide.
And don’t leave home without our FREE Road Trip Alberta bingo cards! They add fun to every trip.
Pete is a co-founder of Road Trip Alberta. Growing up in Edmonton he has an extensive knowledge of Alberta and everything the province has to offer. He loves to eat good food, hike (especially in the winter), play tennis and curl. Apart from running Road Trip Alberta, he is a director with HMI, a digital media agency, half of the Hecktic Travels duo, and a co-creator of the popular card game Trip Chaser.
