Fairmont Palliser

Overview
133 9th Ave. Sw, Calgary, AB T2P 2M3 Canada
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Fairmont Palliser offers a variety of amenities including a spa, gym, pool, restaurant, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Highlights
Vegetarian breakfast available
Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible parking
Fitness facilities
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4.0
24-Sep-2026
"Hotel great "

The hotel is perfectly place in the center of Calgary city and is it typical Fairmont high class, high service property.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 16 to Mon Sep 21 2026 at a $319.95 average nightly rate.
4.0
30-Aug-2026
"Overall good stay"

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 29 to Sun Aug 30 2026 at a C$362.98 average nightly rate.
5.0
23-Feb-2026
"Very great"

This was a special occasion for a very young lady family member first time visiting Canada! She enjoyed the place so did I and my wife. But it was spectacular.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 20 to Sat Feb 21 2026 at a C$406.98 average nightly rate.
5.0
10-Sep-2025
"5/5"

Excellent

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 06 to Sun Sep 07 2025 at a C$335.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
09-Sep-2025
"Love this hotel!"

Love this hotel.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 07 to Tue Sep 09 2025 at a C$263.81 average nightly rate.
5.0
08-Sep-2025
"Another good Fairmont experience."

Had a nice, quiet stay and enjoyed our room.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Sep 02 to Wed Sep 03 2025 at a C$254.48 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2019

Floors: 11

Rooms: 407

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 407

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 12

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 14

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: $50

Total Taxes: 17.66%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Depends on the type and size of business.

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • Biodegradable/compostable straws
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Casino nearby
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Concierge services
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Electric car charging station
  • Elevator
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Food and water bowls
  • Free WiFi
  • Full-service spa
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Golfing nearby
  • Green Key Global
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Health club
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Humane animal treatment
  • LED light bulbs
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No single-use plastic soda bottles
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic water bottles
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 12
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Organic food
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 20
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 44
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Sauna
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shopping on site
  • Showcase for local artists
  • Ski storage
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Spa services on site
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Steam room
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Water dispenser
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Fairmont Palliser is a 4 Green Keys Property. We are a bronze partner of Project Forest and 1,000 trees are planted annually on behalf of Fairmont Palliser in Alberta. Fairmont Palliser owns 2 honeybee hives and harvests annually 80kg of honey which is then used in our F&B offerings. Reducing Food Waste with the Orbisk system: tracking, measuring, analyzing to reduce food waste. In 2025, we achieved a reduction by 10%? We removed all guest facing single use plastic items at the end of 2022.

Breakfast: daily from 6:30 am until 11 a.m. Saturday/ Sunday Brunch: 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Saturday/ Sunday Afternoon Tea: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Reservations Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Valet Parking is available at the hotel's main entrance on 9th Avenue. Rates are also extended to dining and meeting patrons of the hotel. Valet Rates Overnight: $65 Short-Term: $35 up to 4 hours More than 4 hours: $50 (full-day rate applies) *Above rates are subject to change. Excludes GST. Self Parking Impark Lot with access off of 10th Avenue West or East or off of 9th Avenue (East of hotel), connected to the hotel. Take elevators to third floor and walk West to hotel mezzanine entrance. Please note that the hotel does not own or manage the Impark Lot and prices are subject to change without notice. Hourly rate $8 Early Bird (Tuesday – Thursday, enter before 9 a.m., valid until 6 p.m.) $20 All Day (Tuesday-Thursday, valid until 6 p.m.) $27 All-Day Special (Monday and Friday, valid until 6 p.m.) $18 Evenings (from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. next day) $6 Weekends (Saturday to Sunday and holidays, 6 a.m. to 6 a.m.) $6

Complimentary for all guests.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Essential workers only - NO

Offer a wide range of properties from historic hotels, elegant resorts, and modern city centered locations

The Fairmont President's Club is a guest recognition program where members can get special benefits such as free high-speed internet service, Fairmont fit athletic wear, use of golfclubs in certain locations, a members-only reservation line making it faster and easier to check-in/check-out, and other exclusive offers. The best part of the program is that its free to join

Fairmont also has a Green Partnership Program helping to reduce the amount of energy, water, and waste used

Luxury amenities at these propertiesinclude the Willow Stream Spas, to unwind and relax, golf and ski resorts for sport enthusiasts, specialized cocktails, and wonderful boardroom and meeting space facilities

The Fairmont Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast OEB Breakfast Co. - A popular breakfast spot located at 825 1 Ave NE, known for its creative and delicious breakfast dishes. It is approximately 2 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Lunch Ten Foot Henry - A vibrant and vegetable-focused restaurant located at 1209 1 St SW, offering a variety of healthy and flavorful dishes. It is approximately 1 kilometer away from Fairmont Palliser.
Dinner Charbar - A trendy restaurant located at 618 Confluence Way SE, offering a unique blend of Argentine and Canadian cuisine. It is approximately 1.5 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Activity Calgary Tower - Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the observation deck of Calgary Tower, located at 101 9 Ave SW. It is approximately 500 meters away from Fairmont Palliser.

Day 2

Breakfast Monki Breakfastclub & Bistro - A popular breakfast spot located at 1301 10 Ave SW, offering a variety of delicious breakfast options. It is approximately 1.5 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Lunch Native Tongues Taqueria - A lively Mexican restaurant located at 235 12 Ave SW, serving authentic tacos and other Mexican dishes. It is approximately 1 kilometer away from Fairmont Palliser.
Dinner Model Milk - A stylish restaurant located at 308 17 Ave SW, known for its farm-to-table cuisine and creative cocktails. It is approximately 2.5 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Activity Glenbow Museum - Explore the art and history of Western Canada at Glenbow Museum, located at 130 9 Ave SE. It is approximately 1 kilometer away from Fairmont Palliser.

Day 3

Breakfast Analog Coffee - A popular coffee shop located at 740 17 Ave SW, known for its excellent coffee and cozy atmosphere. It is approximately 2 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Lunch The Coup - A vegetarian and vegan restaurant located at 924 17 Ave SW, offering creative and flavorful plant-based dishes. It is approximately 2.5 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Dinner River Café - A charming restaurant located at 25 Prince's Island Park, offering seasonal Canadian cuisine in a beautiful riverside setting. It is approximately 1.5 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.
Activity Heritage Park Historical Village - Step back in time and explore the history of Western Canada at Heritage Park, located at 1900 Heritage Dr SW. It is approximately 10 kilometers away from Fairmont Palliser.

FAQs about Fairmont Palliser

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Fairmont Palliser have?

There are 407 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Fairmont Palliser?

Yes, they have 14 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Fairmont Palliser?

Breakfast: daily from 6:30 am until 11 a.m. Saturday/ Sunday Brunch: 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Saturday/ Sunday Afternoon Tea: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Reservations Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

What parking is available at Fairmont Palliser?

Valet Parking is available at the hotel's main entrance on 9th Avenue. Rates are also extended to dining and meeting patrons of the hotel. Valet Rates Overnight: $65 Short-Term: $35 up to 4 hours More than 4 hours: $50 (full-day rate applies) *Above rates are subject to change. Excludes GST. Self Parking Impark Lot with access off of 10th Avenue West or East or off of 9th Avenue (East of hotel), connected to the hotel. Take elevators to third floor and walk West to hotel mezzanine entrance. Please note that the hotel does not own or manage the Impark Lot and prices are subject to change without notice. Hourly rate $8 Early Bird (Tuesday – Thursday, enter before 9 a.m., valid until 6 p.m.) $20 All Day (Tuesday-Thursday, valid until 6 p.m.) $27 All-Day Special (Monday and Friday, valid until 6 p.m.) $18 Evenings (from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. next day) $6 Weekends (Saturday to Sunday and holidays, 6 a.m. to 6 a.m.) $6

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary for all guests.

Is there a gym at Fairmont Palliser?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Fairmont Palliser?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Pool area and steam room open 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Fitness area open 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week. The Boulevard Club is a first-class health club in Calgary located on the boulevard level of the hotel. We are pleased to provide this facility on a complimentary basis to all hotel guests. No smoking, alcohol or food consumption in facility. Pamper yourself and make an ordinary stay a marvelous memory. Facility Indoor 25 ft. X 44 ft. pool, 4ft deep Indoor 12 person whirlpool Large steam room Change rooms for men and women with toiletries Fitness Centre with an extensive array of strength and cardiovascular training equipment.

Is Fairmont Palliser pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Fairmont Palliser is a Calgary pet-friendly hotel and will accept a max. of two pets (cats or dogs) that are "house trained" per room at a charge of $40/night plus tax. At time of check-in, the owner of the animal must sign a Pet Damage Waiver, accepting responsibility for any damage caused by the animal, and subsequent cleaning/repair costs. This important family member must be under supervision at all times. If left alone in the room, the animal must be in a kennel. Guide dogs are always welcome at no charge. Please Note: due to health regulations, with the exception of guide dogs, pets are not allowed in hotel areas where food or beverage is served, nor the fitness centre and pool.

Is there shuttle service at Fairmont Palliser?

The closest airport for those traveling to downtown Calgary is Calgary International Airport (YYC). It is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) or 20-25 minutes from the city centre.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Fairmont Palliser

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Fairmont Palliser.

Feel free to use the Fairmont Palliser meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Calgary event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Alberta Ballroom
47 x 56 x 18 • 2590 sqft.
Banquet
160/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
120
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
104
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
66
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
54
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
60
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
250
Theater Layout
Reception
212
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:1
Windows:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Crystal Ballroom
38 x 127 x 17 • 4763 sqft.
Banquet
320/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
240
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
200
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
88
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
76
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
450
Theater Layout
Reception
391
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?Yes
Built In A/V?No
Alberta Room
46 x 55 x 18 • 2590 sqft.
Classroom
104
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
66
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
54
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
60
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
250
Theater Layout
Reception
212
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Leduc Room
37 x 43 x 9 • 1652 sqft.
Classroom
48
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
36
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
36
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
60
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Turner Valley Room
25 x 82 x 10 • 2060 sqft.
Classroom
66
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
64
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
60
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
60
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
180
Theater Layout
Reception
150
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Oval Room
32 x 46 x 18 • 1510 sqft.
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
40
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
32
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
106
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Canadian Pacific Room
18 x 49 x 9 • 882 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
32
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
28
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
32
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
60
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Marquis Room
23 x 52 x 10 • 1208 sqft.
Classroom
42
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
40
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
32
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
36
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
90
Theater Layout
Reception
96
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Executive Suite
21 x 38 x 9 • 826 sqft.
Boardroom
14
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
20
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Colonial Room
16 x 46 x 9 • 770 sqft.
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Corral Room
15 x 38 x 9 • 566 sqft.
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Spanish Room
16 x 25 x 9 • 420 sqft.
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Pavilion
84 x 24 x 25 • 1944 sqft.
Reception
200
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Tudor Room
15 x 30 x 9 • 399 sqft.
Boardroom
10
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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