Fairmont Palliser

Calgary, Alberta

Virgin rating

Standard Fairmont Room
1-Bedroom Suite
Deluxe King Room
Fairmont Gold King Room
Fairmont Room King
Hawthorn Dining Room & Bar
Standard Fairmont Room
1-Bedroom Suite
Deluxe King Room
Fairmont Gold King Room
Fairmont Room King
Hawthorn Dining Room & Bar

The hotel

Fairmont Palliser first opened its doors to guests in 1914 as one of the Canadian Pacific Railroad Hotels. Today it’s one of Calgary’s landmark buildings, offering a superb range of amenities and luxury accommodation in the heart of downtown. Dining at the Rimrock is essential whilst here, an incredible Tudor-style restaurant with barrelled ceilings and massive stone fireplace. Don’t miss out on the hotel’s award-winning Sunday Brunch, served in the grand lobby and accompanied by live piano music – book early to avoid disappointment. For drinks and entertainment, there’s the Oak Room, a cosmopolitan meeting space, serving tapas and cocktails along with some very cool jazz. If you want to pamper yourself, RnR Wellness Spa offers the latest beauty treatments whilst the Boulevard Club features a eucalyptus steam room, 12-person spa and an indoor heated swimming pool.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In the centre of town and connected to attractions via the Plus 15 Walkway system. Another city landmark, the Calgary Tower, is just next door. Transfer time from Calgary Airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel information

407 rooms on 11 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, cable TV, telephone, WiFi access*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, bathrobe and iron and board. Fairmont Rooms with 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Junior Suites are ideal for families, with either 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

1 Bedroom Suites have a spacious seating area with large windows and a separate bedroom area with bathroom. With either 1 king-size bed and a double sofa bed or 1 queen-size bed and a double sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Fairmont Gold Rooms are found on a private concierge floor with upgraded services and amenities. Rooms are newly renovated and complete with modern business amenities including a CD player/alarm radio, complimentary shoeshine and nightly turndown service, morning delivery of coffee, tea or juice and choice of newspaper. With either 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Fairmont Gold benefits include:

  • Private check-in
  • Exclusive lounge access
  • Continental breakfast and afternoon canapés
  • Complimentary DVD's, books and games
  • Computer access in the lounge
  • In-room internet access

Hawthorn Dining Room & Bar (open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late-night happy hour). Starbucks. Afternoon tea*. The Boulevard Club - fitness centre with indoor swimming pool, large whirlpool, eucalyptus steam room, aerobics and gym. RnR Wellness Spa*. In-room massage treatments*. Self-parking CA$42 plus tax, per day Sun-Thu, CA$30 plus tax, per day Fri-Sat (payable locally, subject to change).

Please be aware that this property may be unsuitable for some guests due to 9 steps at the entrance. Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Jul 14, 2024 keyscool Venice, Florida

This historic hotel is gorgeous. Our room was small but very nice. Service was excellent. The food was exceptional.
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Jul 13, 2024 Andrew R

Great place to stay in Calgary center! Staff and lodging were exceptional. Lobby was beautifully decorated. The hotel is also in a great location in navigating Calgary attractions, restaurants, coffee shops, and pubs. We would stay there again.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great - takes one back to a previous time

Jul 13, 2024 erbr63 Rapperswil, Switzerland

We stayed only one night at this fabulous hotel in the CBC of Calgary. They certainly know how to treat their customer and with great ease. Either at the reception, bar / restaurant or on the phone- simply outstanding. Rooms are in a classic style and comfortable.
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Jul 10, 2024 Joy M

I love this hotel, from the moment you drive up and are greeted by the bell staff, till your eventual departure, you are treated like royalty. There is a subtle elegance about this hotel that speaks to the history of the hotel. Such a treat staying there, Princess Lim, Senior Sales Manager, is lovely to deal with and always makes sure I am well… Read more
I love this hotel, from the moment you drive up and are greeted by the bell staff, till your eventual departure, you are treated like royalty. There is a subtle elegance about this hotel that speaks to the history of the hotel. Such a treat staying there, Princess Lim, Senior Sales Manager, is lovely to deal with and always makes sure I am well taken care of. Cannot say anything more, this hotel is outstanding! Read less
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Jul 10, 2024 lindsey c

Linens and bed topping were mediocre at best. Westin has better value for $950 night. Not even a bottle of water in the room unless you opened the room minibar and paid $5.00. Beautiful hotel but overrated. Disappointed in a “luxury” hotel. Would not recommend if you want a luxury stay.