The city owes its rapid growth to its status as the centre of Canada’s oil industry yet it is still steeped in the western culture that earned it the nickname ‘Cowtown’, evident in the Calgary Stampede, its massive rodeo and festival in July.

Set yourselves up for a day of exploring with the complimentary buffet breakfast then you’re ready to go. The hotel is just minutes from the Famous Five Statue (not associated with Enid Blyton!), Calgary Zoo and Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s historic pedestrian mall featuring shops, restaurants, cafés, bars and entertainment venues.

The comfortable rooms are crisply decorated and have everything you need for a restful and independent stay – the microwave and fridge allow you to be self-sufficient, or alternatively you can head out to enjoy an evening along Stephen Avenue.

Rooms are air-conditioned and have cable TV with in-room movies, free WiFi, ironing equipment, hairdryer, blackout shades, balcony, coffee and tea maker, microwave and fridge.

• Calgary Zoo
• Calgary Tower
• Heritage Park Historical Village
• Glenbow Museum
• Prince’s Island Park
• Fort Calgary