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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
Courtyard
Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Mountain view
Fridge, microwave
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)
The current price is CNY1,018
CNY1,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15

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9.6 out of 10
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(4 reviews)

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Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
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Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

7.0 out of 10
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Separate sitting area
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Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

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Separate sitting area
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Kitchenette
Refrigerator
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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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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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

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬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 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

Fees & policies

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
Banff Hostel Banff
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Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff

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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Vanessa, 2-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Sarath, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Close to downtown..
Annabelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

직원들 모두 대단히 친절하고 시설도 충분히 좋았다. 8일 동안 보내면서 불편한 점은 전혀 없었고 주변에 상가가 많아 쇼핑하기에도 만족할 만한 숙소였다.
sangcheol, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to meet people. There is always a hiking partner.
Brandon, 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

6/10 Good

Boubou tro dispendieux pour une chambre à 8 lit
Stephane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good and cheap
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Good service
Josue, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay and meet people from all over the world!
Adam, 3-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

6/10 Good

宿泊代の相場が高いバンフにあって立地のいいホステルは助かります。
Kenichi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

All good.
Max, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Easy check in/out. Friendly staff
Sergio, 1-night trip