Set in the heart of the city, The Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings. All the sights and sounds of downtown Calgary are within easy walking distance
Calgary's premier address since 1914
Exclusive Fairmont Gold Floor for the most discerning guests
Luxurious Health Club and Indoor Pool
Family friendly with interconnecting rooms and babysitting available
Since 1914, the Fairmont Palliser has been the city's premier address. The perfect choice for exploring the city, the hotel is within walking distance of the business district, restaurants and shopping.
Only 30 minutes from the airport, it also makes for a relaxing oasis after a long flight. With the superb Boulevard health club and RnR Spa, guests can indulge in a swim or spa treatment to relieve the stress of a long flight and leave them revived to take on the city or head out to the Rocky Mountains the following day.
When dining at the Fairmont Palliser, guests can enjoy old style service, where white gloved staff serve sumptuous fare at The Rimrock, and an array of cocktails and Moet et Chandon specialities await you at The Oak Room. If you are staying on a Sunday, the Sunday Brunch is an absolute must. The time-honoured tradition offers a buffet set up in the beautiful lobby, featuring carved roasts, seafood and salads, omelettes made to order, the hotel's famous Belgian Waffles, as well as decadent desserts from the pastry kitchen. Surely not to be missed.
The Fairmont Palliser offers 407 elegant guest rooms from the traditional Fairmont Room through to extravagant suites and the all-important Fairmont Gold Club floor, for those little extra touches to make your stay even more special.
When to visit
Death by Chocolate- every Monday evening, The Rimrock restaurant presents a decadent chocolate buffet, featuring such delights as a fountain cascading with rich, creamy chocolate, chocolate cheesecake, chocolate pizza, chocolate pate, plus many more divine chocolate creations
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Inquire NowCentrally located on 9th Avenue SW, in downtown Calgary, The Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated near the city's business and financial district and is within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues.
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