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Banff International Hostel

1.5 star property
Banff hostel in Uptown District with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

Photo gallery for Banff International Hostel

Reception
Courtyard
Bathroom sink
Mountain view
Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
449 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A6
  • Banff National Park Information Centre
    7 min walk
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    7 min walk
  • Banff Legacy Trail
    10 min walk
  • Banff, AB (YBA)
    8 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for 1 bed in a 6-9 co-ed dorm room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Banff

Banff International Hostel puts you in the heart of Banff, within just a 10-minute stroll of Victoria Glacier and Banff National Park Information Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include laundry facilities, ski passes and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Uptown District hostel include Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola.
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What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 7 min walk
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 7 min walk
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 13 min walk
  • Tunnel Mountain - 5 min drive
  • Upper Hot Springs - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 12 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

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

Banff hostel in Uptown District with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Banff International Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Banff hostel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Banff International Hostel offers 23 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Banff International Hostel?

Banff International Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Banff International Hostel?

As of 15 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff International Hostel on 17 Nov 2024 start from AU$165.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Banff International Hostel?

Yep, Banff International Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Banff International Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Banff International Hostel?

No, Banff International Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Banff International Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Banff International Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Banff International Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 272 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jenae

My first check in with the aussie dude desk attendant and girl was awesome. His relief was impolite and when I asked to be switched from a dirty mixed room to a clean women’s there was an issue at first. Not really accommodating, and I’ve lived in some hostel dives in Australia. Wouldn’t stay again but the ppl I met were awesome and some of the workers are solid. Cheers!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azhar, Edmonton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Banff Biking trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Elvira

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poor cleanliness. The towels are smelly, seems just washed them without detergents.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and meet people from all over the world!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Vida

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very very hot that I couldn’t sleep many nights in a row !! Not very clean! Bed sheets were dirty! But also other people didn’t much care about cleanness as they would through their hair in sink causing blockage. The staff and manager were good and attentive! But overall I had an uncomfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the customer service is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Abhinand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is in exact Banff town. So everything is easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Ciaran

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Barb, Port Dover

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked it was by the bus route
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Anita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nathaniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wouldn’t stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wai Yuen Yvonne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The worse hostel I have ever had. The staff who handled my check-in was extremely unpleasant and totally unhelpful. No lock was provided for locker. She suggested me to buy at the gas station. I failed to get one and returned to talk to her. She found me a lock without any difficulties at all but charged me $5. The locker is very narrow and barely good for one carry-on suitcase. The hostel has storage for larger items but very dirty as for garbage storage. Top of the fridge inside the dorm was very dirty and dusty. The water tank of the toilet has water leaking issue. I had to open the lid to fix that in order to prevent wasting of water. Told staff re same. Breakfast is totally self help, made my own pancakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My first hostel stay and it won’t be the last! I lucked out with a clean room, great roommates and the location was perfect and walkable to shopping and restaurants. Liquor store onsite, decent variety of breakfast although I found the kitchen a little chaotic and confusion. Some signage would help! I’d definitely recommend this as an affordable place to stay while visiting Banff (hotels are outrageously priced, this was a fraction of the cost!)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Anatoly

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
4 bedroom Hostel with an included shower and bathroom in the room, a hard find. All amenities were clean, they provide basic breakfast downstairs in the morning and were helpful talking about activities in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No sound isolation, when people upstairs got up at 6am it was so loud we could not get back to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought it quite and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kirill

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Doesn't deserve is place in Banff
This place should be leveled to the ground. It is an old motel turned into a sorry hostel. The infrastructure is more haphazard post apocalyptic than a proper hostel. It has a liquor store on the premises and it seems that the LOCAL drunks start there and finish up crashing in the hostel. Overall this place gives an impression of subsidized rehab government housing than a place for tourists.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024