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The Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, Alberta |
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The Fairmont Palliser
133 9 Ave Sw
Calgary, Alberta T2P2M3
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| Historic downtown railway hotel with spa services
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Amenities | Recreation | Features | Reviews
The Fairmont Palliser Amenities
The Fairmont Palliser originally opened in 1914 as The Palliser, Calgary’s grand Canadian Railway Hotel, adorned in oak paneling, marble columns and floors, handmade rugs, and original art. The eight-story building, constructed in the Edwardian Commercial style, displays straight geometric lines that resemble prairie grain elevators, with a distinctive E-shape that allows all rooms to enjoy natural light. The Renaissance-Revival lobby features gray Tennessee-marble floors, columns finished in Botticino and Sylvian marble, a ticket office, a telephone and telegraph bureau, and an elevator hall. The Rimrock, a Tudor-style restaurant with views of the lobby, displays a 38-foot mural by Banff artist, Charles Beil, and fireplace that warmed former Canadian Prime Minister R. B. Bennett (1930–35), a frequent visitor. Located on the Boulevard Level, The Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion—a glass rotunda inspired by late-19th century railway-station design—compliments the hotel’s architecture, and showcases Canadian Pacific’s vintage rail cars. Amenities include The Rimrock restaurant with classic regional cuisine; Sunday brunch in the grand lobby; and a deli. The Boulevard Club offers an indoor saltwater swimming pool, a large spa tub, a steam room, and fitness equipment as well as a salon with hair care, facial and body treatments.
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Recreation
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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Features
What to expect: This 1914 hotel--built as one of the Canadian Pacific Railroad’s famous “railway hotels”--retains its traditional elegance and luxury, and is frequented by business and leisure travelers. The Renaissance-Revival lobby features gray-marble floors and columns finished in Botticino and Sylvian marble. The Rimrock, a Tudor-style restaurant that opens out to the lobby, displays a 38-foot mural by Banff artist, Charles Beil, and a grand fireplace. Located on the Boulevard Level, the glass rotunda of the Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion compliments the hotel’s architecture, and showcases Canadian Pacific’s vintage rail cars. Amenity highlights: The Rimrock restaurant serves classic regional cuisine, and Sunday brunch is served in the grand lobby. The Boulevard Club offers an indoor saltwater swimming pool, a large spa tub, a steam room, and aerobics and weight-training equipment, as well as a salon with hair, facial, and body treatments. Wireless Internet access is available in the lobby.
The Rimrock - Serves three meals daily (closed Saturday lunch). Décor features hand-tooled leather pillars, original mural, and a heritage fireplace. View of grand lobby. Classic regional cuisine, prime rib, themed lunch buffets. Reservations recommended. The Oak Room - Leather wingback chairs and vaulted ceilings. Premium cocktails, light lunches, and appetizers. Sunday Brunch - Lavish buffet served in the grand lobby. Traditional brunch fare, with fresh seafood and rich desserts. Reservations required. Obsessions Deli - Continental fare for breakfast and deli-style sandwiches, soups, and salads for lunch. Specialty coffee drinks and chocolate truffles.
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The Fairmont Palliser Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for The Fairmont Palliser
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Overall: 3.86 |
Service
4.43 |
Condition
4.29 |
Cleanliness
4.43 |
Comfort
3.57 |
Recommend
85.71 % |
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| Good Rest |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We enjoyed our stay. The rooms were quiet and comfortable. Staff were very helpful. The inhouse restaurants seemed a little expensive, but the food was excellent.
Reviewed by traveler from Longboat Key, FL on July 22, 2006 |
| Spectacular Service |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We only stayed one night, with family at the end of our vacation. We notified the front desk at check-in, and the staff at the restaurant (when we made reservations that evening) that it was my parents 50th anniversary. They provided a once in a lifetime service, of which I've never experienced before, even at other comparable resort hotels! To top it off, the hotel is exquisitly appointed and the rooms were luxurious. We will definately try another Fairmont property soon.
Reviewed by traveler from Asheville, NC on May 30, 2006 |
| perfection |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel and staff were wonderful
Reviewed by traveler from dc on May 16, 2006 |
| An Extraordinary Surprise |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We had booked a club room and when we registered on the 8th floor, we were told the room wasn't ready. Instead, we were escorted to a three room magnificent suite. It was exquisitely decorated, spacious and elegant. We were given a tour of the lounge, used the internet to check flight times and enjoyed a lovely evening of hors d'oeuvres before heading out to dinner. The bed was turned down and the room was prepared for us when we returned. To accomodate our very early flight,we were offered a continental breakfast which was promptly delivered to our room at 5:30AM - right after the wake-up call. To everyone at the Fairmont Paliser, a heartfelt thank you.
Reviewed by traveler from New York on August 30, 2005 |
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