Calgary Airport
In this section you will find some of the more entertaining comments, traveller airport reviews as well as our Calgary Airport Guide with info on WiFi, lounges, facilities and services....and yes, even the names of some airport hotels in case you decide that sleeping in the airport is not for you!
Traveller Comments....
"A female security officer even directed me to a gate she said was quiet and safe because it was frequently patrolled by security." - snowshoecat
"Every one is nice enough but if possible ask for the name of a good chiropractor. You'll need it. " (unknown)
"I felt pretty safe (I'm female) but I did sleep with my arms around my carry-on, since it had my passport and wallet inside." (?)
"Even worse than the lack of comfortable seating conducive to sleeping was the constant Country Top 40 music that blared over the public address system all night long." (Ben)
"It hands down beats 90% of airports throughout North America, Europe and the rest of the airport sleeping world." (Paul)
Recent Review
by ratel
I've never slept in an airport before, but I think I may have ruined myself for other airports. The airline attendents call the main foyer behind the departure checkin gates overlooking the runways 'Hotel Starbuck's'. There is a large foyer with comfy leather chairs with armrests where lots of people sleep each night on layovers. You can move the seats around and no one will hassle you. I'm 6ft2 and had no problem curled up. If you like the sound of running water you can grab some seats by the fountain on the left. There are also long cushioned benches if you want to lie flat. Bring an eyeshade, a blanket and earplugs. The Tim Horton's on the left by the checkin gates is open 24 hrs. There is free wifi that you can use for 2hrs at a time with a facebook login. Great experience.
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Calgary Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
For a fee of CA$35-50, you can access the following lounges:
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge - Location: Concourse A - Domestic/International Departures
- Servisair Chinook Lounge - Location: Concourse D, airside, level 2
- Servisair Rocky Mountain Lounge - Location: Concourse C, USA Departures, airside
Airport WiFi / Internet
Free internet access is available at the Calgary Airport. Connect to "www.YYC.Free.Public.WiFi" network.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Calgary Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels at and near the airport....
- Delta Calgary Airport - connected to the terminal by an indoor walkway
- Hilton Garden Inn - free airport shuttle
- Acclaim Hotel - free airport shuttle
- Best Western Airport Inn - free 24-hour airport shuttle
More Services, Facilities and Things to Do at the Airport
- Food / Dining
>>>Landside: A&W, Cheers, Dairy Queen, Orange Julius, Sbarro, Second Cup, Subway, Swiss Chalet, Montana's, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, Harvey's, Kelseys and more
>>>Airside: Chili's, Jugo Juice, Tim Horton's, Starbucks, Harvey's, Wings Lounge, Palamino by Milestones, Subway, Sbarro, A&W, Manchu Wok - Luggage Storage
This service is available for passengers and staff only. Travellers will need to present a boarding pass or travel itinerary with photo ID. Location: Arrivals Level, Information Booth. Hours: 6am - 11pm. Rate: CA$ 1-5 depending on the size of the bag. - White Hat Welcome
Throughout the airport you will see people wearing white cowboy hats and red vests. These are the White Hat Volunteers. They can help you or direct you to the right place. One of the services offered at the airport is the White Hat Ceremony. It is a tradition that originated in the 1950’s when Alderman Don MacKay welcomed visiting dignitaries with white hats. Today the White Hat Ceremony has come to symbolize Calgary's warmth of western hospitality. You can order this service for arriving friends and family or maybe even just yourself if no one else can meet you at the airport. [ more information ] - Spaceport
Experience space, flight and high-tech communications at the Calgary airport. This imaginative retreat is a wonderful destination to learn and have fun. NASA has leant the airport a 1/4 size exact prototype of the Space Shuttle orbiter. Also on long-term loan from NASA is a moon rock brought back by an Apollo mission. This facility gives everyone plenty to do while you're waiting to board. Location: Landside, 3rd Floor, Mezzanine & Destinations Food Court. Hours: 9am-9pm (Mon-Fri) and 9am-5pm (Sat-Sun). Rate: admission is free, but there is a fee of $3-10 for the flight or motion simulators. - Flippers Arcade
The 7 Flippers Arcades locations are equipped with video games, pinball machines, 18 holes golf on the Golden Tee golf machine. Locations: Concourse A, Concourse B/C, Concourse D, and the Departures Level. Hours: open 24 hours. Rate: fee to play the games. - Car Rentals
Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise, Hertz, National. Location: Landside, Departure Level, accross from the main terminal building.
Airport Hours
open 24 hours
Calgary Travel Sites
- Calgary Hotel Deals - compare rates, check availability and read reviews
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Last Updated: 28 Nov 2010 | Sources: Calgary International Airport
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