This hotel is connected by a skywalk to the Telus Convention Centre, Calgary Tower, and the Glenbow Museum. The centre of Calgary is covered with skyscrapers, conveying the impression of a big city. Guests will also find excellent shopping facilities and hip restaurants in the city. The entire core of the city is connected with a series of tunnels, to ward off winters extreme cold. A winding river separates the centre from Kensington Road, where guests will also find good shops, thriving arts, and pretty bars. Here it is possible to enjoy the warm ''Chinook'' winds when they roll into the city or experience a touch of the Wild West at the famous Calgary Stampede.The sophisticated and historic hotel building was constructed in 1914 and forms a wonderful contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city centre. It offers a total of 405 rooms and harks back to a time when grand hotels defined a country, when charm, radiance, and a classical ambience were the trademarks of a good establishment. The air-conditioned complex features a lobby area with a reception desk manned around the clock, a safe, a currency exchange facility, and lift access. Also on offer is a hairdresser, a bar, a restaurant, conference facilities, and room and laundry services. In addition, there is parking and a garage available for those arriving by car. This hotel participates 'Green Partnerhip Program'.All of the rooms are luxuriously and elegantly decorated and equipped with business amenities such as a high-speed Internet connection. Further fittings include an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV with films, a radio, a minibar, a coffee machine, an iron and ironing board, a double or king-size bed, heating, and air conditioning.The hotel has its own heated swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a steam room, and massage services. Sports enthusiasts may also enjoy a work-out in the gym.