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Northern Casino Resorts

Calgary (Tsuut'ina Nation), Alberta · entry 18+

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino: our review

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On Calgary's south-west edge, the Tsuut'ina Nation owns and operates Grey Eagle, whose 178-room hotel opened in 2014. Certain rooms face the Rockies, the Event Centre seats 2,500 and attracts good acts, and Little Chief is one of the stronger casino kitchens in the West. While renovations continue into 2027, the pool stays closed.

  • Rooms & views8.0
  • Casino floor7.5
  • Dining8.0
  • Shows & events8.5
  • Pool, spa & fitness6.0
  • Getting there8.0

Go if: Concerts in Calgary, and a base camp for Kananaskis and Banff.
Think twice if: Laps in a pool are essential; it's shut for renovation.

Calgary's own casino resort

Grey Eagle belongs to, and is operated by, the Tsuut'ina Nation. Its casino opened in 2007; the hotel, six storeys and 178 rooms, had its grand opening on May 2, 2014. Downtown Calgary is a few minutes away and Kananaskis Country about half an hour, a pairing no other casino hotel in our guide can offer.

Rooms

The resort says a share of its rooms faces west, toward the Rockies, which show up on clear days; the remainder face the city. Pick from Standard King, Premier King or Standard Two Queen (the one the hotel suggests for families), or book the King Suite or the Presidential Suite. According to the hotel, rooms and suites have been newly renovated.

Casino

The floor measures 84,000 sq ft and holds 32 tables and more than 975 slots. You can play slots 24 hours a day; tables open at 10 am and close at 3 am. Blackjack, baccarat and more are offered in high-limit rooms. Alberta sets the age at 18. The casino says renovations will carry on in stages across 2026–2027. Loyalty points go on Winner's Edge, the province-wide card.

Concerts

All ages are welcome at the 2,500-seat Event Centre. In 2024 it gained an L-Acoustics sound system and picked up Venue/Presenter of the Year at that year's YYC Music Awards. If you're coming for a show, the Concert Night Getaway combines a room and two tickets for $329 to $369.

Food

Little Chief combines modern technique with Indigenous tradition, and both Avenue Magazine and the Calgary Herald have featured it. The 18+ Buffet has nightly features through December 31, 2026, and closes in January 2027 for renovation. Also on site: Blaze Bar & Grill; the Eagle Bar, right on the gaming floor; the Stage Bar, with free entertainment at weekends; and Eagle Street Eats, a food truck selling Indian tacos, bannock and chili, and Saskatoon berry dumplings.

Swimming

The pool is closed because of the casino renovation. As a substitute, hotel guests get free entry to two City of Calgary pools, Glenmore and Killarney. The 24-hour fitness centre, the sauna and the outdoor hot tub are all open.

More to do

Through Grey Eagle Cultural Tours you can visit the Tsuut'ina Museum or take a Buffalo Paddock Tour on Tsuut'ina Nation. The drive to Calgary International Airport takes 30 to 45 minutes, and Banff is about an hour. Parking costs nothing, and pets are accommodated on a dedicated floor.

Our take

For a Rockies trip or a Calgary concert, no casino hotel does it better. Just bring a swimsuit for the hot tub, not for laps, until the renovation is done.

Before you book: common questions

Is the Grey Eagle pool open?

No, it's closed while the casino is renovated. Instead, hotel guests can use the Killarney and Glenmore city pools free of charge.

Which Grey Eagle rooms see the Rockies?

The resort says some rooms face west, with the mountains visible on clear days; the others face the city.

Are Grey Eagle Event Centre concerts all ages?

Yes. The Event Centre admits all ages, while the casino is 18+.

Where these facts come from

Fact check: October 23, 2026, against the sources above. Hotels change rates, fees and hours without warning, so confirm anything important directly before you book. If a detail here has gone stale, email us. Next stop: Casino Hotels in Alberta, or our full ranking.