Fairmont Palliser

Calgary, Alberta

Star 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

  • Excellent (1983)
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May 12, 2025 Merlyn J

I had the best sleep of maybe my life. The dining staff are so lovely and so sweet! Food was absolutely amazing. I got the steak tenderloin with the brussel sprouts and I would recommend it to everybody. This is going to be my go to place every time I come here!
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May 9, 2025 Fay B

From the moment we booked the room our experience was exceptional. Although it was booked at a very discounted rate, we were allowed to move the date when my husband fell ill. To reserve it was prepaid, but I was advised we could use our gift card at checkout and the funds would be returned. This went very smoothly which is not often the case when… Read more
From the moment we booked the room our experience was exceptional. Although it was booked at a very discounted rate, we were allowed to move the date when my husband fell ill. To reserve it was prepaid, but I was advised we could use our gift card at checkout and the funds would be returned. This went very smoothly which is not often the case when traveling. At check-in, Tushar at reception noted that we were celebrating our anniversary. Arriving at our room, we were surprised by the huge and immaculately clean room with a delicious slice of chocolate cake and a hand written greeting card. When leaving the hotel for a couple of hours, we spoke with Tushar again at the front desk to express our appreciation. When we returned we were greeted like old friends and we found a bottle of champagne and 2 glasses in our room. Our servers at breakfast the next morning were attentive and friendly and the food excellent. Even our checkout experience was notable with a great discussion about anniversaries and marriage. Sorry, we didn’t note your name. Altogether a memorable experience for us! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Noisy!

May 2, 2025 cookieGloucesterUk Brockworth, United Kingdom

2 night stay Room 442 On junction above two roads and train station. Extremely noisy. Bathroom poor, like warm shower, basin does not hold water , room extremely cold and air con controls not working Plus side Good location Beautiful public spaces Lovely attentive staff.
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Apr 27, 2025 Stephanie S Radium Hot Springs, Canada

Once again The Palliser Gold Floor made us feel like we were coming home for a visit, not visiting a hotel. From personal touches in our room, gluten free cake with my afternoon coffee (thank you Ian!) and general warmth from new friends and old from the Gold floor team, my mom/son annual Calgary Expo trek was made even better. This morning saw me… Read more
Once again The Palliser Gold Floor made us feel like we were coming home for a visit, not visiting a hotel. From personal touches in our room, gluten free cake with my afternoon coffee (thank you Ian!) and general warmth from new friends and old from the Gold floor team, my mom/son annual Calgary Expo trek was made even better. This morning saw me feeling chilly from the rain as I had my morning cuppa in the lounge so Corrine brought over a warm Hudson Bay blanket to chase that chill away. To Ken and his entire team, thank you... again and again. See you next visit. 💜 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Customer service in every area of the hotel is exemplary. Clean, comfortable and right downtown.

Apr 24, 2025 Mamlew Red Deer, Canada

From the welcome at the front door to every aspect of the property the service is what stands out in making this hotel the perfect choice for your Calgary stay. Room was large, beds comfortable, bathroom well maintained. All bed linens and towels were in pristine condition with no fraying or stains on anything. If there was anything we needed a… Read more
From the welcome at the front door to every aspect of the property the service is what stands out in making this hotel the perfect choice for your Calgary stay. Room was large, beds comfortable, bathroom well maintained. All bed linens and towels were in pristine condition with no fraying or stains on anything. If there was anything we needed a quick call to the desk had assistance to us within minutes. Highly recommend the Hawthorne Room for dining. The live music in the evenings was a nice touch. Read less