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.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1965)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Avoid this Hotel if you want to Celebrate New Years Eve

Jan 7, 2025 Eric S Miami Beach, Florida

I booked the Fairmont for New Years Eve since I had booked the Fairmont in Toronto for New Years Eve the prior year. In Toronto they had a DJ and gave out party favors at the Fairmont. At the Fairmont Calgary there was no music in the bar when they normally have live music in the bar from 5pm to 10pm every night. It made no sense to cancel the… Read more
I booked the Fairmont for New Years Eve since I had booked the Fairmont in Toronto for New Years Eve the prior year. In Toronto they had a DJ and gave out party favors at the Fairmont. At the Fairmont Calgary there was no music in the bar when they normally have live music in the bar from 5pm to 10pm every night. It made no sense to cancel the Live Music at the Bar. The employees said that there would be live music at the restaurant adjacent but that tickets were sold out. The management said you would be able to hear the music in the bar from the restaurant. I did not hear nor see any music in the restaurant. There was no music in the Bar. There were no party favors nor decorations for New Years. It was a rather somber affair compared to the Fairmont Toronto. I had called the Hotel prior to New Years and asked for Live Music at the hotel and I even offered to pay something additional for the live music. I asked They said this was not possible. I asked several employees to provide some live music or even a DJ. They said they had 2 weddings set that night in their ballrooms. However, the ballrooms were shut and you did not see any activity from the ballrooms filter into the Bar Area. At about 7pm on New Years the staff at the bar said they did not know if there would be any music. They were completely uniformed. Regrettably, all Fairmont Hotels are not created equally. Fairmont Calgary should celebrate the New Year in the same style as the Fairmont Bar in Toronto. Give the Guest something to look forward to in the New Year. I canceled my last nights reservation at this Hotel as it was time to move. Avoid this hotel if you want to celebrate the New Year. Eric Stupel Miami Florida Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 🌸STAFF ARE THE ABSOLUTE BEST & TRUE ASSET OF THE PALLISER PROPERTY🌸

Jan 5, 2025 Sherry B Alberta, Canada

My family and I had a wonderful staycation at the Fairmont Gold, Calgary Palliser because the staff are the absolute best and the true asset of this hotel. From booking with Sana who gave me great recommendations and advice on what is the best room for our family. Ended up booking a two rooms at the Gold floor. The Valet Parking dude is so… Read more
My family and I had a wonderful staycation at the Fairmont Gold, Calgary Palliser because the staff are the absolute best and the true asset of this hotel. From booking with Sana who gave me great recommendations and advice on what is the best room for our family. Ended up booking a two rooms at the Gold floor. The Valet Parking dude is so great lifting luggages, a hard job for him but still carries on an awesome character. Okazana welcomed us with her sincere smile and a coffe for me and hot coco for the kids, Neha and Jameson are the golden duo at the Gold floor. Beautiful people that works so hard and efficiently making sure that guests are well looked after. Jameson also have one of the prettiest face on earth. He should cast as one of the leading man in Hallmark christmas movies. Abe is so wonderful looking after the breakfast room ensuring there is enough for evryone. Everyone in the team is working hand in hand in the front desk and at the same making sure that the gold lounge is tidy and well put together. Rooms are meh, no toilletries no coffee maker or tea packets , no plush robes as incicated in the booking but was totally fine because we just use it for sleep as we stroll around Calgary area when we arrived and head to Fairmont Banff Springs the following day which my sister booked for us. Justin Beaber woke us all up at 5am as the alarm clock went on singing. Perhaps the other guest before us set it up and forget to turn it off. We were all tired on one of the rooms because of that,have not had a feedback in the other room. 🌸The most deserving 10 out of 10 goes to the amazing staff of this Calagry Fairmont Palliser property!🌸 🌸Love & light!🌸 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Funtastic time at the Fairmont

Jan 2, 2025 mikesT4519DU Vancouver, Canada

Fairmont Gold delivers greatness once again. The Palliser Hotel is an iconic Fairmont property. Well located, wonderful lobby, amazing staff and just a great experience. Superb pool and hot tub for the whole family to enjoy. The Gold floor experience, breakfast and happy hour offer delicious snack options
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Everyone was so knowledgeable.

Dec 17, 2024 Jenny T

The quality of your staff are the best. They cared for every need. They upgraded our food. We're happy to get us our meal to go. A member of you staff helped me to my care when I needed something. He took me to the elevator leading to the tower thank you and merry Christmas
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A great weekend away for a birthday and our engagement.

Dec 7, 2024 Foodguru1234567

Fairmont went above and beyond to offer us amazing hospitality during our special occasion! No other hotel treats their guests better. We enjoyed the fairmont gold experience with a beautiful room and access to delicious food and beverages. Complimentary beverages at the Hawthorn were some of the best cocktails we have ever had, delicious 😋