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HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Banff

Boasting Rocky Mountain views, HI-Banff Alpine Centre offers a café and a bar. Free WiFi and self catering kitchens are available for guests to use. Banff town centre is 4 minutes' drive away.

A
Abi C
From
United Kingdom
Great place, facilities are amazing, staff are helpful. They have a bus pass you can use and also let us borrow bear spray. It was easy to get around with the bus pass. Kitchen is great, storage space in there is good. Lockers in rooms and you can leave your stuff if you're still exploring. Bathroom was good and spacious. Was great, best hostel I've ever stayed in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,038 reviews
Price from
US$86.06
1 night, 2 adults

Banff International Hostel

Banff

Located in Banff centre, this hostel provides free WiFi in all rooms. Mount Norquay Ski Resort is 15 minutes’ drive away.

E
Erikas Kazlauskas
From
Netherlands
Exceptionally helpful staff. Allowed us to check in early when we arrived after a cold night at a campsite. Also, helped to solve other issues always with a smile on their face. Hostel is also centrally located within walking distance to all main attractions in the town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,437 reviews
Price from
US$86.06
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun Banff Hostel

Banff

Located on Banff National Park, this hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Banff’s shops and bars.

J
Jessica Clarke
From
Denmark
Great hostel! Big rooms, nice common areas, clean and close to everything. The free breakfast was amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
Price from
US$152.04
1 night, 2 adults

Canmore Downtown Hostel

Canmore (Near Banff)

26 km from The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Canmore Downtown Hostel is situated in Canmore and features air-conditioned rooms.

G
Grace
From
United Kingdom
Super clean and tidy. Staff were so friendly and helpful and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,692 reviews
Price from
US$60.36
1 night, 2 adults

PARTY HOSTEL - The Canmore Hotel Hostel

Canmore (Near Banff)

Located in Canmore and with The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies reachable within 26 km, PARTY HOSTEL - The Canmore Hotel Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free...

K
Katherine
From
Abkhazia
Excellent staff, went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The room and communal areas were exceptionally clean. Amenities provided were more than sufficient given the price and location. Overall a great hostel. Would recommend to anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
Price from
US$149.89
1 night, 2 adults

Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club of Canada

Canmore (Near Banff)

Situated in Canmore, 29 km from The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club of Canada features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge...

A
Andrei
From
Canada
The location of the hostel is exceptional: very secluded in the woods, on a fairly steep slope of SW exposure, lots of sunshine day time (even in winter :-), beautiful view from the deck towards Three Sisters. Main lodge and the cabins are built in classic alpine style. The place is far enough from the hwy not to hear it but close enough to downtown Canmore (5 min or so). The interior of the main lodge is very cozy and stylish (wood), too; the common use rooms are nicely decorated, etc. The staff is very welcoming and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Price from
US$82.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$158.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,437 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms, nice toiletries, strong WiFi, decent breakfast, nice having a fridge in the room. Quiet and safe. Lots of info provided on the area. I would stay again :)
    Guest review by
    Clare
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
    Best hostel in Banff; from the location being just a 5-10 min walk from the main shops/bars/restaurants to the staff who make you feel right at home - would highly recommend! Love the themed nights at the Beaver Bar, there's also a big common room area to meet people in a more chilled setting. Bedrooms are really cosy, most of them have a fireplace, super comfy beds, ensuite bathroom... and the breakfast is pretty diverse from eggs, fruit and English muffins to pancakes, and homemade muffins everyday - what more could you ask for!
    Guest review by
    Nicole
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$158.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,437 reviews
    Staff are great Rather expensive for a single bunk bed in a hostel when hostels are supposed to be the cheaper option and being a taller person in a bunk bed isn’t the greatest but other then it was good
    Guest review by
    Ryan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$108.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,038 reviews
    This was my first hostel experience and definitely exceeded my expectations. Great staff, very clean and loved meeting new people and knowing their stories, doing a hike or two together.
    Guest review by
    Arpit
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$158.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,437 reviews
    We stayed there for a few nights with my friends and the hostel had everything we needed. Big kitchen, breakfast, common area, good wifi, and great location!
    Guest review by
    Laura
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
    Great location. Spacious 8 bed dormitory, comfortable, clean. Very good breakfast (included in price). Friendly helpful staff.
    Guest review by
    Jacqueline
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$158.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,437 reviews
    The locations was great, very good value for money. I was just using the hostel as a base while visiting a friend in Banff. The staff and other residents were all really nice and I appreciated the company and chats. Wifi worked well, bed was fine and room was clean. I didn't use the showers as went to friends place for a shower. A very safe place to be and didn't worry about my belonging going missing. Stored my skis and boots all stay with no problems.
    Guest review by
    Julia
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
    My daughter and her friend have been staying since November. It was initially recommended to me, as a a great place to stay if you're new to Banff, as the atmosphere is both welcoming and friendly. Its not the cheapest hostel but the staff are great, the location is excellent and they both feel comfortable and safe.
    Guest review by
    Mrs H
    Group