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Banff International Hostel

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

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Welcome to our reception area, featuring a reception desk with a flat-screen TV and a large window offering a view of the street outside.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.
Stroll through the charming courtyard, featuring a spiral staircase, outdoor seating areas, and beautiful planters.
Effortlessly prepare meals in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, range of ovens, and large stove.
Stunning building with a traditional facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
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 WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/games room
  • BBQ(s)
The current price is RM1,225
RM1,362 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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Welcome to the Banff International Hostel, featuring a traditional architectural style with a prominent entrance and balcony.

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cozy retreat with a bed, wooden table, and chair, plus a staircase to an upper level.

Economy Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Welcome to the Banff International Hostel, featuring a traditional architectural style with a prominent entrance and balcony.

Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Welcome to the Banff International Hostel, featuring a traditional architectural style with a prominent entrance and balcony.

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

Highlights

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

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Welcome to the Banff International Hostel, featuring a traditional architectural style with a prominent entrance and balcony.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

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

  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬10 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 experience 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

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

Special check-in instructions

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

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

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag or hen parties
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Property amenities

Food and drink

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

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 reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Banff International Hostel
Banff International
Banff Hostel Banff
Banff International Hostel Banff
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff
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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 that you 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 spaces 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 such as 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 fridge.

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

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Good

It’s located right on Banff Avenue and the kitchen is really convenient.
Tsaiti, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

Great value for the price, and the location was super convenient. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone traveling on a budget
Lauren, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Nice place
Sarath, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Close to downtown..
Annabelle, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff was very helpful and arranged alternate parking for me when their lot was full.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Place was comfortable but had to adjust for parking. Overall experience was good.
Kalpesh, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Everything was good. Only limited parking
ADILSON TADEU, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

They took all my things and prepared my bed the day before checkout phone charger headphones
Brett, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

This is a hostel, I stay 8 persons share a room, lucky me, major roommate is quite and gentle, but I heard some room keep noise, keep the light on until midnight, you cannot sleep with these people. In this cost, it should be fair deal. location is very good, you can find anything within 10 minutes. Staffs nice and friendly. I have no complain for this hostel.
Antonio, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good place to meet people. There is always a hiking partner.
Brandon, 2-night trip

8/10 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

10/10 Excellent

It was a decent stay, but the room felt like a bit too warmer than we’d expect, and the only way to cool a bit is to use the table-top fan they gave for each bed, which wasn’t enough. I arrived past the checkin time, at around 1.45am and they checked me in without any issues. Also the checkout was pretty seamless - i gave my parking pass and room key, and that was it.
NIKHIL CHAKRAVARTHY, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was an excellent headquarters for launching my excursions around Banff. The staff delivered superior service when I requested a change of room. The rooms were clean and orderly with every amenity I could want. The premises were also clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. The kitchen had every appliance, pots, pans, stoves, utensils, everything anyone could want. It was clean and easy to use. There was a laundry which I used gratefully. Altogether, this was much better than staying in a hotel.
Deborah, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Toilets were old and need a bit more cleanliness.
Emil Sunny, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Good and cheap
Nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

I left my food marked in the kitchen as requested and someone took it away.
Maria del Carmen, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

They posted different prices on site when reserved and reached and they charged double than site Price.
Dryer is not working and ac also doesn’t work properly
Washroom is not good condition
Not neat and clean floor and breakfast options is not good condition.
Amritpal, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Nothing i like!
Felino, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

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

10/10 Excellent

Good service
Josue, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Too much writing
Sue, 1-night trip