Best Marriott International Hotels in Alberta

Located inside Edmonton International Airport, the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel offers travelers a place to hang their hat before or after a flight. In fact, this hotel is the only Renaissance in the world attached to an airport terminal, meaning you'll have access to an array of shops and eateries without having to leave the building. What's more, a golf course and a dog park sit less than 5 miles away, and downtown Edmonton, Alberta's theaters, restaurants and boutiques can be found about 20 miles to the north. Back at the property, there's a fitness center, an indoor pool, nearly 10,000 square feet of event space and a Starbucks. For more substantial meals, the hotel has Halo Bar and Bistro, which serves casual bistro fare. Recent diners raved about the restaurant's food, citing the breakfasts as one of the highlights of their stays. The hotel's accommodations also stood out to past guests. Each space features a white color palette with modern accent walls, as well as soundproofed windows, a desk and Aveda toiletries. And if you're a Marriott Rewards member, you'll enjoy free Wi-Fi access while earning or redeeming points for stays.

Situated just a block south of the Bow River and Prince's Island Park, the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire serves as an ideal home base for travelers looking to explore Calgary on foot. After a day of sightseeing, retire to your spacious room – each of the Sheraton's all-suite accommodations comes outfitted with a signature Sheraton bed, two flat-screen TVs and microwaves. Aside from the rooms and enviable location, guests consistently praise this Sheraton's indoor pool, hot tub and waterslide. Once you've worked up an appetite from splashing around, grab a casual bite at Fionn MacCool's Irish pub. For a more upscale dining experience, venture to Flower & Wolf Calgary. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Rewards members can earn and use points here.

Because it's connected to the Shaw Conference Centre in downtown Edmonton, The Westin Edmonton makes a convenient home base for business travelers. With 24,000 square feet of meeting space, this hotel can accommodate large conferences and events. Its 416 spacious guest rooms are equipped for on-the-go workers, with large desks, dual-line speaker phones and high-speed Internet access (for a fee). However, some guests note that this property is showing signs of wear and tear, especially in the accommodations and hallways. Meanwhile, the health-conscious menu at Share restaurant receives mixed reviews from diners; some enjoy the salads, steak and seafood, while others suggest dining elsewhere. Because of this Westin's Marriott ties, Marriott Rewards members can earn and use points here.

It will be difficult to miss your flight with a stay at this Marriott outpost in Calgary, Alberta, since it's located inside the airport terminal (hence the name). You'll have easy access to all the amenities and restaurants in the airport. There is also the on-site Yakima Social Kitchen + Bar, which serves food influenced by Aboriginal and Asian cuisine – although some guests warn it’s pricey. For those who want to stay active while traveling, there is an on-site fitness center and indoor pool to take advantage of. When it's time to sleep, accommodations feature white linens, floor-to-ceiling soundproofed windows and standard amenities such as flat-screen TVs, minifridges and work desks. Recent guests said the rooms were simple, but comfortable, after a day of traveling. You can also upgrade to a concierge level room, which includes access to the concierge lounge that offers a complimentary hot buffet breakfast, hors d'oeuvres, Starbucks coffee and cocktails (for a fee). Groups can also opt for a family guest room that includes a one-bedroom suite with two bathrooms. Members of both the Marriott Rewards program and the Starwood Preferred Guest program can earn and use points here.

Situated in the heart of downtown Calgary, this Westin impresses travelers with comfortable digs that are close to many of Calgary's top attractions. After a day of wandering around Stephen Avenue or ascending the Calgary Tower, rest your head on a Westin Heavenly Bed (which reviewers said lives up to its name). Guest rooms also feature high-speed Internet access (for a fee), as well as views of the city, park or the Bow River. Plus, you can find stellar vistas of the surrounding mountains from the heated indoor pool. After a refreshing swim, head to the Westin's restaurant, Essence, for Canadian dishes. If you're craving surf and turf, try The Keg Steakhouse & Bar, or for a larger cocktail menu, the Liquid Lounge. While menu prices are admittedly steep, this Westin's Marriott ties can help Marriott Rewards members out with some of those costs.

Previous visitors especially commend this hotel's prime location in central Banff, close to the restaurants and entertainment that the small ski town has to offer. But even with all the tempting options outside the hotel, guests still find reasons to stay on site. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with minifridges and queen- or king-sized beds and the premier, deluxe and executive suites even come with a gas fireplace; however, some recent guests mentioned spotty Wi-Fi service. And while Banff is filled with plenty of fine dining options, visitors often opt to eat at the Evergreen Restaurant, which serves up tasty dishesprepared with local and sustainable ingredients. Delta Banff's Grotto Spa and its mineral pool also receive rave reviews for their relaxing ambiance.

Just west of Edmonton, Alberta, the Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort sits on a vast 49-acre estate suitable for business and leisure travelers. The property is connected to a sprawling casino that houses 50 table games and more than 1,000 slot machines. Living large on amenities is the name of the game at this Marriott, which entertains guests with two NHL-sized hockey rinks, an indoor pool and a gym. Once you work up an appetite, head to the Lobby Lounge, which offers Starbucks beverages as well as freshly prepared pastries. If you're looking to venture off the property grounds, consider grabbing a bite at Kitchen Buffet and Bistro, which serves international cuisines. After filling up, retire to your accommodations, which come furnished with a 32-inch TV, a minifridge and a rain shower. Previous guests especially laud the clean rooms and helpful staff, though they do caution the smell of smoke wafting through the air in the casino is pungent and inescapable. On the plus side, because the property is part of the Marriott family, Marriott Rewards members can cash in or accrue points here.

The Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel's enviable location — less than 10 miles south of Calgary International Airport — makes it a convenient stopover for transient travelers (plus, it also provides a free airport shuttle). But according to recent guests, you may want to linger a little longer if you're traveling with children: Not only does this Sheraton boast its own 3,000-square-foot water park, but it also offers easy access to family-friendly Calgary attractions, such as the Saddledome and the Calgary Zoo. Meanwhile, if you're visiting on business, you can take advantage of the property's 12,000 square feet of meeting space, as well as its business center and fitness center (equipped with cross-trainers and treadmills). Then, refuel at one of the property's five eateries; Carver's Steakhouse dishes up hearty Alberta beef while Colors Bistro entices visitors with its relaxed atmosphere. If it's lighter fare you seek, visit Henry's Pub or the Lobby Lounge for small bites, or grab a coffee and pastry to-go from Starbucks. Guest rooms here are also flush with amenities, including 32-inch flat-screen TVs, Shine by Bliss bath amenities and Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Beds. And thanks to the Sheraton's Marriott ties, Marriott Rewards members can earn and use points here.

With its downtown Calgary location, helpful staff and spacious rooms, the Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel makes a good option for business travelers. Recent guests report a satisfactory stay overall, thanks to the property's plentiful amenities. The fitness center and indoor pool are nice perks, along with the hotel's access to local attractions and recreational sites, including nearby golf courses and biking and hiking trails. Each of the 368 guest rooms and eight suites features flat-screen TVs, minifridges and floor-to-ceiling windows. Book a Concierge Level room and you'll also receive complimentary continental breakfast, hors d'oeuvres and afternoon tea. Meanwhile, all guests have access to the on-site Starbucks and breakfast buffet. For all other meals, you'll find several restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. And because the Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel is part of the Marriott brand of hotels, Marriott Rewards members can earn and redeem points for perks here.