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5 Calgary Downtown Suites Hotel

618 5th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2P OM7, Canada (Formerly "Hawthorn Hotel & Suites - Calgary")
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5 Calgary Downtown Suites Hotel
Ranked #49 of 96 hotels in Calgary
3.5 of 5 stars 180 Reviews
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Ottawa, Canada
Top Contributor
76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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You can't stay in a better hotel if you're looking for a cheap place to stay, right in downtown Calgary. The best part is the kitchenette, which means you can prepare all your own food and save on meal costs. The hotel is a bit dated, the rooms too, but if you're looking for value, then this is it! More

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North America
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We booked for a weekend at this hotel and got a great deal with expedia. But you get what you pay for. The decor and upkeep are below average, the staff, service and location bring it to an average rating in my opinion, would have been higher with some TLC to the suites. The one bedroom suite we booked was... More

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Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed here because we were attending a three-day conference at the Saddledome. It was right downtown and just a couple blocks from the train... very convenient for getting to and from the stampede grounds. It was also within walking distance of Stephen Avenue and other great stores and restaurants so at night we just walked out the lobby and... More

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Ottawa, Canada
Top Contributor
55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The folks at 5 Calgary Dowtown are trying very hard to make up for its drab, poor showing. Staff are some of the friendliest I've met and the place is trying with nice amenities like a spa. But the list of negatives is much longer. Rooms were sweltering hot - the heat was off in my room and even opening... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

It was our first time in Calgary. The hotel is nice, but dated. Our room was clean, the location is good, and the staff was excellent, which leads me to give it a "Very Good" instead of "Average" rating. The on-site restaurant is a decent place to grab a meal -- good breakfasts, though. More

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Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My friend and I stayed here for a weekend in Calgary. Like others had previously mentioned, when you walk into the lobby it looks rather nice and modern. As soon as you enter the room you're certainly taken aback by how outdated, musty and old everything is. There are cracks on the walls, dust everywhere, old musty furniture... even the... More

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Saskatoon, Canada
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We've stayed here twice, and it wasn't too bad. Both stays were in a family suite, which is a one bedroom suite with kitchen, and a queen bed in the living room. There's a TV in each of the bedroom and living room. The place really does feel like I'm back living in my old apartment during my college years.... More

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Barendrecht, The Netherlands
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

This hotel isn't very modern or beautifully furnished, it feels more like staying in a friends apartment. A very nice and spacious apartment, that is. As we expected a hotelroom, this studio was a great surprise. For jetlagged travelers like us, we liked the seperate living and bedroom, the kitchenette is even well equiped enough if you'd feel like cooking.... More

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A TripAdvisor Member, Manager at 5 Calgary Downtown Suites Hotel, responded to this review
23 November 2011

Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are proud to read that our team was helpful and you found the hotel to be clean and spacious. We certainly hope to see you stay with us again More

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2011

I am in my second night at the 5 and could not be more disappointed. The downtown location is good, but the hotel should be considered a last resort in Calgary. My suite (2707) on one of the highest floors cannot be cooled properly, even though it is -5C outside and the windows are wide open. The odours of curry... More

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A TripAdvisor Member, Manager at 5 Calgary Downtown Suites Hotel, responded to this review
23 November 2011

We are sorry to read that you did not enjoy your stay with us. We are working with our housekeeping and maintenance team to maintain the level of heat in our rooms at a comfortable level. We know how the importance of the internet and continue to work to improve this service. We have recently expanded our band width and... More

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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed here on a business trip. All other hotels were booked, but it turns out this place was fine. Very well priced for a suite hotel in DT core. Rooms are somewhat dated and Plain Jane, but very clean and bed was good. Room was a bit warm even with AC on full blast. Service was awesome and the staff... More

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A TripAdvisor Member, Manager at 5 Calgary Downtown Suites Hotel, responded to this review
23 November 2011

We look forward to welcoming you back on your next business trip to the area. We have an excellent team here and are happy to read that they were able to assist you. Thank you for the recognition of the cleanliness that our wonderful housekeeping department has achieved. More

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  • 5 Calgary Downtown Hotel
Address: 618 5th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2P OM7, Canada (Formerly "Hawthorn Hotel & Suites - Calgary")
Price range (per night):* S$72 - 154

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