Otter Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Good Folk, which serves breakfast and dinner. Also, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are within a short drive.
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Banff National Park Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive
Banff Station - 20 min walk
Restaurants
The Canadian Brewhouse - 17 min walk
The Old Spaghetti Factory - 18 min walk
A&W Canada - 2 min walk
PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - 18 min walk
Shoku Izakaya - 20 min walk
About this property
Otter Hotel
Otter Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Good Folk, which serves breakfast and dinner. Also, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are within a short drive.
At a glance
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Hotel size
174 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free covered on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Ski area nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
2 hot tubs
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 107
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Good Folk – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Otter Hotel Hotel
Otter Hotel Banff
Otter Hotel Hotel Banff
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Otter Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of CAD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Otter Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Otter Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Otter Hotel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking. Soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy the use of a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Otter Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Good Folk.
What's the area around Otter Hotel like?
Otter Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 20 minutes' walk from Bow River.
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Reviews
Otter Hotel Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The hot tub area was great, perfect, beautiful, and fabulous with excellent views. (252 reviews)
The property's hot pools were great, with many guests enjoying the outdoor area and some even calling it amazing. (108 reviews)
The hot tubs and spa area were consistently described as excellent, clean, and fabulous. (74 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
We had an amazing stay and enjoyed the outdoor hot tub!
Maria Lucia
Maria Lucia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Amazing place. Super clean, good atmosphere, good for kids
JASON
JASON, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Very helpful & friendly reception & bar staff. Room service was great. Hot tubs & area were very clean.
Sheila
Sheila, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Apr 2026
Great hot tub
Rainer
Rainer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2026
The hot tub was excellent. Very Hot and a great seating area with fire pits.
lisa
lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Wow, my wife found a clip in Tik-Tok about this hotel….So glad we booked! The stay was absolutely fantastic. The room was superb, the hot tub and sauna, fabulous and the food in the restaurant, some of the best I’ve had in a long long time! Well done to all at the Otter!
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 2026
It was an all around great hotel!!
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
We LOVED the hotel, everything was clean, the rooms were well designed. We particularly liked the tea and coffee in the rooms, it was great to have a kettle and real milk/cream although a spoon would have been nice. Great views from the hot tub. The hotel is a little out of town but they do offer a bus service.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Everything was amazing! From check in to departure- not one complaint. Staff is so friendly, very accommodating and helpful. The parking is easy, hot tub perfect and rooms were very clean. I would stay again in a heartbeat. Travelled with my husband for our anniversary.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2026
Great spot, beautiful view of the mountains and very friendly staff
Jovi
Jovi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2026
Everything is perfect! Love this hotel!
Josiely Marry
Josiely Marry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
Great place to stay!
Mary Jane
Mary Jane, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2026
I enjoyed the restaurant at the hotel
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Overall excellent!
Shihyi
Shihyi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2026
Clean, beautiful hotel
Aleena
Aleena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Outdoor hot tub was amazing!
Tina
Tina, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
21 Apr 2026
Excellent hot tub and sauna with great views. Conveniently located on the main road but away from the crowds. Free underground parking! Ski lockers. New building with good mattresses. Restaurant was expensive but lots of dining options within walking distance.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Excellent experience! Great customer service, modern facilities and amazing restaurant.
Claudio
Claudio, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2026
Great staff, amazing hot tub views, great food and location.
ZACH
ZACH, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Everything was great
avram
avram, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2026
clean and spacious room, friendly staff, lovely facilities.
tessa
tessa, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
One of the best place to stay at Banff
Krishna
Krishna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2026
We stayed at the Otter Hotel in mid April. Excellent stay at The Otter hotel! The sauna and hot tubs on the roof were a fantastic way to wind down at the end of the day. Hotel was stunning and the staff was amazing. Parking garage onsite was wonderful. The hotel stay came with bus passes to get around town which was very helpful. Staff had great recommendations and accommodations as well. Upon arrival you could puck different coffee or tea to bring to your room to use the pour over that was in room. Wonderful experience, would stay again!