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Banff International Hostel

1.5 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Reception
Mountain view
Fridge, microwave
Courtyard
Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Experience mountain living at Banff International Hostel, where nature meets entertainment. Unwind in the arcade/game room, enjoy a continental breakfast or connect to WiFi from the comfort of your own space. Helpful staff and tour/ticket assistance make this hostel perfect for planning adventures.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ski passes
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/game room
  • Computer station
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
$185 nightly
The total price is $202
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Studio Suite

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Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Front of property

1 bed in a 6-9 co-ed dorm room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
449 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A6

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive
  • Banff Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • Magpie & Stump
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Banff International Hostel

When you stay at Banff International Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and cross-country skiing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Upper Hot Springs are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Ski passes
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Banff International
Banff International Hostel
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Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Does Banff International Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Banff International Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Banff International Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Banff International Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Banff International Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Banff International Hostel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for boat tours and fishing. Banff International Hostel also has an arcade.

Does Banff International Hostel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator.

What's the area around Banff International Hostel like?

Banff International Hostel is in Uptown District, a short 13-minute walk from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 15 minutes' walk from Bow River.

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Banff International Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good amenities - good location

Comfy beds!
Alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

it was a great stay, me and my family really enjoyed the stay
emma, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hostel was clean and the area was safe. There were a lot of outlets for plug-ins. The water in the shower was soothing and warm.
Anik, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good and cheap
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good service
Josue, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

great location and close to everything
Brad, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

No parking when we arrived at the Hostel, which is opposite what they advertised in the website.
Judith, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Felt safe as a solo woman traveler.
MALGORZATA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop
Jun, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This great experience and safe.
Krena, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Other budget options better

Good location - 15 min walk to downtown. Rooms small but great to have a bathroom in the suite. Think I preferred the Hi-Alpine hostel. However - Staff were friendly. Good wifi. Being old, I was hoping for a lower bunk. Apparently the other person said she “had” to have a bottom bunk… person in her early 20s stuff strewn around the room. If you’re in the top bunk there is no where to sit in the room. Nice space outside to sit and in reception space. Great to have supplied for breakfast provided. Tip - wash every dish before use. Pack ear plugs - there was a heavy snorer in the room and people coming and going unable to stop the door from crashing shut.
Sue, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good staff, friendly and helpful, cool atmosphere
Néstor, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Too much writing
Sue, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

banff hostel

resonable price ... near banff downtown.
ok jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location, quite, clean and friendly service
Qunyan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Affordable, safe, and convenient.
Mari, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

the customer service is excellent.
MOE, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place is in exact Banff town. So everything is easily accessible.
Abhinand, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Property is hostel standard, clean and functional. But $400 for a 4 person/ bunkbed room in september is too exprnsive. The new banff ! Little kitchen with cute eating area.
AINGEAL, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

We had a private room with two bunk beds. The room was fine but extremely hot. The thermostat was turned off. There were signs on the windows not too open them. It felt suffocating.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4 bedroom Hostel with an included shower and bathroom in the room, a hard find. All amenities were clean, they provide basic breakfast downstairs in the morning and were helpful talking about activities in the area
Matthew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked it was by the bus route
Barb, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

wouldn’t stay again
Nathaniel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Affordable prices
Junjie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good.
Max, 2-night trip