About Sandman Hotel & Suites Calgary West
The Sandman Hotel & Suites Calgary West is located on the outskirts of Calgary, right across the highway from Canada Olympic Park, and provides an easy morning getaway to Banff National Park and other attractions west of the city.
Every room at this hotel include amenities like a sitting area, a coffee maker, air conditioning, a flat screen television, and ironing facilities. Items like modern bedding, a hairdryer, and a work desk are also available.
Guests of this hotel will have access to free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, an indoor heated pool, and a whirlpool. There is an on-site fitness centre, a 24-hour business centre, and a 24-hour front desk, as well.
There is a Denny's restaurant and a Bar One Urban Lounge on-site at the Sandman Hotel & Suites Calgary West. Fast food options like McDonald's Subway, and Burger King are within walking distance.
This hotel is located seven kilometres from McMahon Stadium, 12.3 kilometres from downtown Calgary, and 13.2 kilometres from Nose Hill Park.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Convenient location on the highway
Many guests have loved the location of this property, as it is outside of downtown Calgary in a quiet area. The property is right across the Trans-Canada Highway from Canada Olympic Park and its position allows guests to escape the city in the morning without having to fight traffic.
positive:
Friendly and hardworking staff
Past guests have found the staff at this hotel to be quite accommodating and have noted that even when the property is understaffed, the customer service is quite good. Guests have said that the staff works very hard to keep the hotel operational, as well.
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Dining options nearby
A number of guests have said that there are plenty of dining options close to this hotel, which is convenient for those who arrive late at night. There is a bar and a restaurant inside the hotel, in addition to various fast food options in the vicinity.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Old, dated rooms
Numerous guests have mentioned that the rooms at this property are old and dated. As a result, guests feel as though new furniture and carpets are necessary to improve this hotel. The hallways and common areas could also use a thorough update.
negative:
Maintenance issues
Guests have noticed maintenance issues throughout this property that they believe should be rectified. The air conditioners, for starters, often don't function as they should, leaving the rooms quite warm. There have also been issues with leaky bathroom fixtures.
negative:
Isn't very clean
There have been complaints about the levels of cleanliness at this property. Guests have said that the rooms have been dirty when they arrived and that this has remained an issue throughout theiri stays.