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The Fairmont Palliser

4.0 of 5
133 9th Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Alberta T2P 2M3, Canada
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Ranked #17 of 96 hotels in Calgary
4.0 of 5 stars 308 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very nice(5)
  • Valet parking(4)
  • Next morning(4)
  • Great location(4)
  • Right downtown(3)
  • Hot tub(3)
  • Train tracks(3)
  • Too expensive(3)
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StarbucksTina
Calgary, Canada
Contributor
20 reviews
35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

In conjuction with an evening function at the Fairmont Palliser's Crystal Ballroom, we opted to stay the night.  We were able to secure a 3 pm check-in. There was plenty of registration parking while we unloaded, more staff than guests at the front desk, and lots of polite helpful folks to welcome us. Check-in took 3 minutes (or less?). Our... More

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GMPalliser, Director of Operations at The Fairmont Palliser, responded to this review
10 February 2012

It gives us great pleasure to welcome loyal guests such as yourselves to our landmark property. We are pleased to hear that you had such a seamless arrival and departure experience and that you enjoyed our newly renovated guest rooms and modern amenities. We appreciate your feedback regarding your guest room heating and Wi-Fi signal and hope to speak with... More

fireflyBC
BC
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

This hotel is reminiscent of the Grand old Hotels. Built in 1914 and named after an explorer named Palliser, it was a stop on the Railways route to Banff. Owned by the Canadian Pacific Hotels, the grandeur of this early hotel chain is a pleasure. Suites are well appointed as they are in all Fairmont Hotels. The service in the... More

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GMPalliser, Director of Sales & Marketing at The Fairmont Palliser, responded to this review
8 February 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide such a lovely review of The Fairmont Palliser. We were delighted to hear about your experience and are so pleased that you and your family had such a memorable stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to Calgary’s landmark hotel very soon! Best Regards, David Woodward Director of Sales... More

Wala69
Seabeck
Senior Contributor
32 reviews
17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We spent one night in Calgary and wanted to stay at the Fairmont Palliser due to the location. It is located closed to everything you need in Calgary. Arrival was no problem. We dropped the car off at the Valet Service and checked in. All this was uneventful and smooth. We had the room on the third floor and once... More

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GMPalliser, Director of Operations at The Fairmont Palliser, responded to this review
8 February 2012

Thank you for choosing to stay at The Fairmont Palliser during your recent visit to Calgary. We are pleased to hear that your arrival and departure were seamless and that you enjoyed our In-Room Dining cuisine, as well as the location of our hotel. We regret to learn that the state of the corridor and your valet experience were less... More

lillytail
ottawa, ontario
Reviewer
3 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The pool and spa are dated, however, the woman Jasmine who did my facial and Kayly who did my hot stone massage were amazing. The surroundings in the lounge are cold, small and not the most comfortable. They do offer tea, however only 1 herbal variety, the others are all caffeinated. I would reccommend the services but don't have high... More

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GMPalliser, Director of Operations at The Fairmont Palliser, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Thank you for your candid review of our tenant spa, RnR Wellness. We were pleased to learn that you enjoyed your facial and hot stone massage and that you would recommend their services to others. I will be sure to pass your kind comments on to the RnR Wellness team and highlight the work of Jasmine and Kayly. We also... More

MelZim
Edmonton
Contributor
15 reviews
31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The hotel is beautiful, beds very comfortable and conveniently located in downtown Calgary. The menu for the 24 hour room service was fabulous - I had the best clubhouse I have ever tasted! This is a hotel that I will definitely come back to. More

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GMPalliser, Director of Operations at The Fairmont Palliser, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of your recent stay at The Fairmont Palliser. We are pleased to learn that you found hotel to be so beautiful and our beds very comfortable. It is also great to hear that you were able to take advantage of our fantastic city-centre location. I will be sure to pass... More

anne_klintfeldt
Copenhagen, Denmark
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Beautiful hotel right down town in calgary. We arrived in the evening after 2 weeks of skiing in Fernie, got the warmest welcome! Was a big worried that i would felt underdressed in my winterboots and big downjacket, but no problem at all, everyone feels accepted. The rooms were so charming, and didnt lack anything . Will definately comeback if... More

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GMPalliser, Fairmont President’s Club Manager at The Fairmont Palliser, responded to this review
30 January 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review on TripAdvisor. We are so pleased that you chose to stay with us after your ski vacation. It gives us great pleasure to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your guest room and had such a pleasant and welcoming experience at The Fairmont Palliser. It was a delight to... More

sakland
Bakersfield, California
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

Great location to everything Antique type hotel Staff were helpful More

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ottawatraveler_11
Ottawa, Canada
Senior Contributor
39 reviews
14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed at hte Palliser on a recent busniess trip, during a nasty cold snap. It has impressive architecture, and I had a large, comfortable room - albeit a bit shabby - decor needs refreshing. I had both room service as well as enjoyed the restaurant and lounge - impeccable service, nice (but not spectacular) food. Not really worth the... More

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cheeryukon
Whitehorse, Canada
Contributor
13 reviews
13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I must say I am severly disapointed in my recent stay at the Fairmont Palliser. From the requested early checkin denied when we arrived, the lack of knowledge from the front desk staff and the lack of suggestions and knowledge of the conceriege. I booked a room here expecting a fantastic relaxing experience and it was more of a stress... More

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brissietravellers
brisbane
Contributor
13 reviews
9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

As first time visitors, after much reviewing, decided the stay at the fairmont for couple of nights stop over - glad we did. beautiful foyer and staff are very friendly and helpful. room was big, bed was comfy and nicely decorated. hotel is in a good position and has good onsite food/bar, albeit a little on the pricey side, but... More

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Address: 133 9th Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Alberta T2P 2M3, Canada

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