Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Calgary?

The average price for a night in a hostel in Calgary is $114 compared to $236 for a night in a hotel.

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The Calgary Hub hostel style Home

Calgary, AB, Canada

9.4Wonderful(350)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

$53+

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Hi Calgary City Centre - Hostel

Downtown

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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Calgary?

Hostels are cheapest in Calgary in February, with average rates of $76. In comparison, November is the most expensive month, with prices at $136.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Calgary?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Calgary, with an average nightly price of $84. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at $171.

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2 stars and below

Low season	February
High season	November
Average price (weeknight)	$67
Average price (weekend night)	$55

Cheapest month to stay with an average 12% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 59% rise in price.

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Staying in the heart of Calgary is the perfect option if you want to be in close proximity to the top attractions and leading venues. Choose a Calgary hostel like Wicked Hostels - Calgary if you want to be located in the heart of the city. This hostel is well-located, and you’ll find yourself with easily walkable access to the city centre. The hostel is approximately 150m from a C-Train (Metro) Station, so you can easily access all parts of the city. Guests that stay here will have a shared kitchen with a large free breakfast each morning. There’s also free Wi-Fi available throughout the whole of the property.
Staying in central Calgary is a great option to explore different vibes and aspects of the city. By staying in Calgary hostels like Hi Calgary City Centre you will find yourself within the city centre of Calgary with just a 5-min walk from attractions like Bow Valley College and just a 12-min walk from the Calgary Tower. Guests that stay in this hostel will find themselves benefiting from amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi access, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk. In addition, at a sub charge, there is a return airport shuttle available on request. Alternatively, subject to charges, there is self-parking available on site at the hostel.
Choosing Calgary hostels such as Wicked Hostels implies proximity to attractions such as the Calgary Tower, located less than a mile away, Prince's Island Park and Fort Calgary, both conveniently situated around 1.6 miles from the hostel. Besides being close to the previously mentioned attractions, the hostel is also approximately 4.3 miles from the Chinook city centre and about 3 miles from the Calgary Zoo. If you decide to stay at this hostel you will be provided with laundry service as well as computer and business facilities. Further, the hostel also offers free Wi-Fi access throughout the property.
If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Calgary hostel.
Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Calgary for 2 days.

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Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Calgary?
The average price for a night in a hostel in Calgary is $114 compared to $236 for a night in a hotel.