Places to Stay near Banff National Park

1. Moose Hotel & Suites

Moose Hotel & Suites has a full-service spa, heated rooftop pools with a commanding view of the Canadian Rockies, and gourmet Italian restaurant with gluten-free and vegetarian options.

Eco-conscious drivers will appreciate the complimentary electric vehicle charging stations in the underground heated garage. The hotel fits right in at its Banff Avenue address, with its rooms, suites, and historical mail-order house that are all decorated with natural materials.

345 Banff Avenue, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H8, CA, Phone: 403-760-8570

2. Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa

Guests at Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa will get a good night’s sleep on a Mountain Luxury mattress after a day spent in the fresh mountain air of Banff.

Reservations come with some other great amenities as well, including heated underground parking, use of the lodge’s steam and exercise rooms, and a complimentary pass for travel on the local Roam bus routes.

An on-site steakhouse and full-service spa offer additional opportunities for relaxation right on the property. Guests who need to mix business with pleasure can reserve one of two well-equipped private meeting rooms for presentations, workshops, or catered business lunches.

521 Banff Avenue, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H8, CA, Phone: 403-762-5887

3. Banff Inn

Banff Inn is located within walking distance of the cafés, boutiques, and galleries of historic downtown Banff, but visitors may find it hard to leave this cozy retreat.

The inn is home to Carlito’s Pizzaria, which claims to serve the best poutine west of Montreal in its casual dining room.

Carlito’s can also deliver pizza to your room along with your choice of wine or beer. After a visit to the sauna, steam room, or whirlpool, guests can get cozy in their room and catch a movie on cable or stream Netflix using the free Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

501 Banff Avenue, Banff, Alberta T1L 1A9, CA, Phone: 800-667-1464

4. Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre

The spacious and well-appointed rooms of Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre make this resort a favorite family destination.

Family-friendly amenities include an in-room refrigerator for storing drinks and snacks, on-site restaurants with children’s favorites on the menu, a heated indoor pool, and coin-operated washers and dryers.

The hotel’s concierge is available 24 hours a day to make recommendations for age-appropriate activities in the area. Families who want to spend the day hiking, biking, or horseback riding at nearby Banff National Park can request a boxed lunch from the Crave Mountain Grill to take on the trail.

222 Lynx Street, Banff, Alberta T1l 1K5, CA, Phone: 403-762-4433

5. Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Complimentary underground parking, a hot and cold breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, and bike rental options are just some of the conveniences that make guests feel welcome at Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Pets are welcome, too, and their owners receive toys and treats for them at check-in in addition to a comfortable bed and bowls for their food and water.

The staff’s hospitality has received high marks on review sites, where former guests raved about their friendliness, helpfulness, and attention to detail. These same qualities can be found in the kitchen and waitstaff of the inn’s on-site restaurant, The Meatball.

337 Banff Avenue, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H8, CA, Phone: 403-762-2207

6. Bow View Lodge

The Bow View Lodge has rooms for single travelers, couples, and families with a range of standard amenities at an affordable price.

Guests are also invited to use the facilities at Banff Park Lodge next door, which include an indoor swimming pool and several casual and fine dining restaurants. Optional add-on packages – the Bed and Breakfast Package and the 1, 3, or 5-day ski packages – give guests even more value for their money. The Bow View Lodge is a quiet yet convenient location only a short walk away from the shops and cultural attractions in downtown Banff.

228 Bow Avenue, Banff, Alberta T1L 1A5, CA, Phone: 403-762-2261

7. Brewster’s Mountain Lodge

Brewster’s Mountain Lodge is a family-owned and operated hotel in the center of Banff.

Custom log furniture and western-themed art and decor match the mountain spirit of the town and its surroundings. This award-winning property has a selection of standard and deluxe rooms as well as suites with mountain views.

Overnight stays at the lodge include a complimentary continental breakfast. The Brewster family also leads backcountry horseback riding trips in the Ghost River area, sleigh rides near Lake Louise, and trail rides in Banff National Park. Their welcoming mountain lodge serves as the perfect base for Rocky Mountain adventures.

208 Caribou Street, Banff, Alberta T1L 1C1, CA, Phone: 403-762-2900

8. Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Named for its location on the mountain, known to local native peoples as “Sleeping Buffalo,” Buffalo Mountain Lodge features wood-burning stone fireplaces, chandeliers crafted from deer and elk antlers, and a post and beam construction, giving it an authentic vibe.

Guests can have a hearty breakfast, casual lunch, or gourmet dinner in the Sleeping Buffalo Dining Room, or grab a bite to go from the Buffalo Mountain Café. Queen or king-sized beds with feather pillows and duvets guarantee a good night’s sleep. With 108 guest rooms and three separate function rooms, this property can also be reserved for weddings and corporate retreats.

700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, Alberta T1L 1B3, Phone: 800-661-1367

9. Deer Lodge

For almost a century, Deer Lodge has been welcoming visitors to the Lake Louise area.

Guests are treated to panoramic views of the Victoria Glacier from the rooftop hot tub and the Caribou Lounge, where locally sourced cuisine is served for lunch and dinner. The lodge runs a seasonal shuttle service that delivers guests to the Lake Louise Ski Resort for a day of skiing or snowboarding on runs that range from beginner to black diamond.

Summer visitors will enjoy taking the self-guided heritage tour that starts at the former railway station and includes historical information about Deer Lodge.

109 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, Alberta T0L 1E0, Phone: 800-661-1595

10. Royal Canadian Lodge

Royal Canadian Lodge has upscale amenities that guests would expect to see from this Marriott-owned brand. The Grotto Spa features a heated mineral pool and a steam room scented with eucalyptus as well as a full menu of treatments and organic products.

The lodge’s fitness center houses modern cardiovascular and weightlifting equipment for an energizing workout. After a dinner of regional cuisine in the refined setting of the Evergreen Restaurant and Lounge, guests can retire to their room and sink into their handcrafted Sanctuary bed for a late-night movie on the flat-screen TV.

459 Banff Ave., PO Box 1478, Banff, AB T1L 1B4, Phone: 403-762-3307