Search Hostels in Calgary

By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theatres and entertainment venues.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: HI Calgary City Centre - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of City Hall Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and a rooftop terrace. You’ll find towels, showers and lockers in all rooms. Calgary Connect - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Downtown West-Kerby Station and 8th Street SW Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries and TVs.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of -7°C. The snowiest months in Calgary are March, April, January and February, with each month seeing an average of 38 cm of snowfall.

Overall, Calgary is known for its rivers, skyscrapers and theatres. Major attractions include Stampede Park, Scotiabank Saddledome and Calgary Zoo. Get out into nature with places such as Prince’s Island Park, Bow River and Stanley Park. Cultural attractions include Glenbow Museum, Theatre Calgary and Studio Bell.

Keep this information about transit options in Calgary in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Calgary International Airport (YYC), located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Walk to nearby metro stations such as 3rd Street SW Station, 4th Street SW Station and 6th Street SW Station. Train stations including Calgary University Station and Calgary Heritage Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.