Heated Rooftop Pool: Calgary’s Year-Round Swim Oasis

Imagine stepping onto a heated rooftop pool in the dead of winter, with a view of the city skyline. Freestyle Social Club at Hotel Arts is making this a reality for expats and digital nomads in Calgary, keeping the swimming season going year-round.

Located on the top floor of the Hotel Arts building in downtown Calgary, Freestyle Social Club offers a unique blend of social lounge, golf simulators, and a heated pool. Non-hotel guests can enjoy the pool for just $15 per person. The pool is open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., even as the weather cools down outside. An inflatable roof ensures a warm indoor environment, perfect for a dip or a casual hangout.

While swimming isn’t your thing, the club also has two Foresight golf simulators for practicing your swing. The full menu includes breakfast options, snacks, and larger dishes, with Social Hour from 3 to 6 p.m. daily offering rotating food and drink features. The space is open to everyone, whether you’re a hotel guest or a curious visitor.

Access is straightforward. Free underground parking is available beneath the hotel, accessible from 13th Avenue SW, while above-ground parking is available from 12th Avenue SW. For those taking transit, the Victoria Park/Stampede CTrain Station is about a seven-minute walk from the hotel, with bus stops along 1st Street SW.