Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is served on weekdays and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately CAD 27 to 32 per person.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

Are airport shuttle services available?

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer by contacting the property.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances, wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, and accessible rooms. Elevators are available for ease of movement.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in the heart of Banff, just a short 7-minute drive from Upper Hot Springs, and is 0.2 mi from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and 0.3 mi from Banff National Park Information Centre.

Is there a swimming pool at the property?

The property features an indoor swimming pool, which is operational year-round.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 2 children aged 16 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Bow View Lodge in Banff

Average nightly price at Bow View Lodge by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$112
February	$127
March	$133
April	$116
May	$222
June	$340
July	$375
August	$390
September	$377
October	$163
November	$96
December	$140

What guests think

Bow View Lodge draws consistent praise for its riverside, walkable location and friendly staff, while reviews repeatedly note its older, no-frills nature with dated decor; many find it clean and good value, but comfort and amenities vary.

Common drawbacks include no air conditioning leading to warm rooms, thin walls or train noise for some, and occasional maintenance or temperature-control issues. Facilities like the pool, hot tub, and some parking are at a sister hotel next door, and several guests felt pricing was high for the age and condition. Overall, expect a straightforward base for exploring Banff, with trade-offs in modernization and on-site conveniences.

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Facilities

Pool, hot tub and sauna are at the sister hotel next door; parking is sometimes limited or provided there. On-site facilities are basic, and several guests found the off-site setup inconvenient.

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Celine

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, staff curteous, comfy bed, enjoyed the pool in the sister hotel beside

8

Jose-Manuel

Sep 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I chose this hotel because I drive an EV, and they're a partner hotel of Banff Park Lodge, that has an EV charger in their parkade. They allow you to use BPL's basement parking. And it's less expensive than BPL

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Cindy

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Exception staff, cleanliness of room and view! The only thing that precludes me from giving 5 stars is the overpowering smell of cannabis in the hallway, elevator,—-pretty much everywhere except our room. Though we were on a no smoking floor, we we accosted with a strong scent of cannabis as soon as we left the room. Also, we found it to be a little bit misleading, that the promised pool, hot tub, and sauna were not part of the hotel, but the property across the parking lot. Otherwise, great staff and view!

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Bob

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was at a sister property nearby. Restaurant/lounge were also at the sistet property. Staff were great!

8

Madeline

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location is great for avoiding the summer crowds, “reasonable” for Banff prices, with access to sister properties with pool and dining. Rooms were spacious though dated; no AC in summer. Staff very helpful and friendly

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Deborah

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had the family suite, sleeping six people. The room was clean and the beds comfortable but the carpeted floor was dark, stained and well-worn. Didn’t like that there was only one bathroom. Also, in order to get to the pool, you leave the hotel, cross the parking lot, enter the next hotel go downstairs, follow a hall and when you do find the pool, the lighting is very dim.

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motoi

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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Alice

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An older property , did not have a River view. Comfortable beds . Booked a 2 bedroom Front desk staff excellent, assisted us with the bus schedule. Prompt maintenance assistance when the microwave and coffee maker blew a circuit breaker. Lovely area to walk to Bow River. Would stay here again, but would like the River view. Used the pool and restaurant in the sister property across the parking lot , very nice facility .

8

Jillian

Nov 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are very nice. Staff is friendly. Parking around hotel is tight and limited. Parking offered is underground at the next door hotel. Along with the pool and dining options.

10

Olaya Sibello

Feb 23, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall really nice experience. Nice location. Friendly staff. Room service was good. Located right in Banff with lots of dining options at a walking distance. Parking was a bit inconvenient as we had to walk across the street to the parking lot of another hotel that shares the parking space, and there was no direct elevator access from the garage to Bow View Lodge (had to walk suitcases across to our hotel) as well pool amenities are shared and located in the hotel adjacent to Bow View Lodge. But it was a good experience overall, the hotel was clean, rooms are nice and cosy and the view from the balcony was nice.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews report clean or spotless rooms, though several mention worn carpets, dated fixtures, or occasional cleanliness lapses. Overall standards appear serviceable but not pristine.

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Umesh

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Small and dirty room

2

JIA-FENG

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room condition in F2 is poor. There are lots of holes in the curtains of my room. The freezer door is broken. The carpet is dirty, and the wallpaper in my room and the walkway are also in terrible condition.

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Becky

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pictures on your site don’t show exactly how it is. We arrived after dark. Staff not knowledgeable, rooms are very outdated for the price, but were clean. The Banff area is very expensive, but for what we paid, I would have gladly paid more to stay in an updated facility and room.

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Kandyce

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. A houseman gave us fresh towels and amenities

10

Ottis

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spotless room and polite staff

4

Nicolas

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

White crustys on bed comforter

6

Glen

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel in good location, but old. Carpet was dirty and also had holes in the carpet. Would not recommend.

8

Celine

Jan 26, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were clean and in good condition. Hotel is older but in a good location and staff were friendly. Beds are smaller due to room sizes being smaller. Overall a good stay.

6

Janice

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is rundown. Carpets are extremely worn and old. However the beds and bathrooms were clean.

8

Celia

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was spotless, albeit a bit dated, but great amenities. Really good value for money with undercover parking and more facilities at their adjoining hotel.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and vary in size; some have river or mountain views and balconies. Expect no air conditioning, occasional temperature-control quirks, thin walls or train noise, and basic in-room amenities with sometimes small TVs or slower Wi-Fi.

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Mohammad

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pretty close to the railway station. The trains rolling in an out of the station make sure to honk excessively for reasons best known to the railway bosses.

8

Constance

Jan 23, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Basic hotel albeit a bit dated but clean. Quiet during the night. Couldn't control the heating and weren't allowed to open the screen door during winter so the room did get warm.

8

cindy

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is older and the walls were a bit paper thin. The location is excellent, walking to all of the shops and restaurants.

6

Aram

Jul 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location, helpful staff, very old building, no AC.

8

Virginia

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

our room had balcony overlooking river walk.

10

Günter

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wi fi Isn't so good and the tv was too small.

10

Darrell

May 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful view from the room !!!

8

Alistair

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was as described. Nothing fancy, if a little warm. The beds were quite small, and they had squeezed two into a small room. We got a river view, but didn't spend much time in the room to appreciate it.

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Fiona

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean rooms, Comfy, but small , lobby area has coffee/tea station. . Option to not do daily housekeeping in exchange for a $5.00 voucher per day that you can accumulate and use at 2 restaurants next door. No air cond.

6

ALVIN

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No air conditioning, have to open balcony sliding door, property is older and needs updating. Good location/

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-in and useful local advice. A few guests experienced slow or less professional service.

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Jennifer

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very friendly and made extra efforts

10

Lynne

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Very helpful staff, appreciated the use of umbrella for an evening walk. Room was made up nicely. Special shout out to Matthew, always welcoming & helpful through the week we stayed.

10

Codruta

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We always enjoy staying at Bow View Lodge. The staff are amazing and so happy to help in any way that they can. The room was so clean and comfortable. We appreciated that it was quiet and very easy parking was so safe. We recommend this hotel for anyone.

10

Benjamin

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff helped me with a matter when I checked in. It was much appreciated!

4

Brad

Feb 6, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Very old Front staff were not the friendliness Room from site wasn't room we booked

8

Jennifer

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Basic room but staff were absolutely top notch especially Matthew who is a diamond

10

Subhanwita Srinivasan

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location couldn’t be better—just by the river and few minutes from the heart of town, making it perfect for exploring the town. What stood out the most was the exceptionally warm and helpful staff. I would highly recommend this place if anyone is looking for convenience, comfort, and excellent service in Banff!

6

XIAOTONG

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Front desk staff are not well trained. However, the lodge is near Bow Lake and the town of Banff. Very convenient.

10

Michael

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The front desk staff was exceptionally friendly!

4

louis

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Slow , late checkin

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Location

Riverside setting close to downtown Banff, trails, and transit; easy walking to shops and restaurants. Some note proximity to the train line.

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Michelle

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Central location in downtown and off the busy street

10

Pam

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great views, close to the river, close to the town

10

David

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, just a couple of blocks from the center of town.

10

mantaran

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great stay. Hotel is located at a convenient distance from downtown. Easily walkable. Amazing Bow River views from the room.

10

Tim

Dec 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was exceptionaly clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. Location is very convenient, only a few blocks from Banff Avenue. Only 2 things people should know: 1.) La Terrazza resteraunt is closed for renovations 2.) a $50 per night deposit is required when you check in.

8

Tianshu

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

In the center of Banff town. Beautiful view!

6

Lande

Nov 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel but clean. Location by the Bow River was nice and right in town so an easy walk about.

10

Kamaldeep

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well located

8

Patty

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location! Walking distance to everything in Banff!

10

Odessa

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you're lucky, you will have a great view of the mountain & river from your balcony. The staff are friendly too. Location is just few blocks away from the busy street of banff (stores & all). And you can catch up your bus to Gondola within 10mins walk from this lodge.

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Dining

No on-site breakfast; guests use restaurants at the sister property or nearby, and one venue was noted as temporarily closed. Overall dining depends on neighboring options.

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Steve

Sep 26, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent position for the town and the Bow River Trail. The hotel had no restaurant but had arrangements with the hotel next door, for clients to have breakfast. Communal microwaves were available in public area. The rooms had reasonable facilities and the staff were pleasant.

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Tim

Dec 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was exceptionaly clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. Location is very convenient, only a few blocks from Banff Avenue. Only 2 things people should know: 1.) La Terrazza resteraunt is closed for renovations 2.) a $50 per night deposit is required when you check in.

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cesar

Nov 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast is GRAP AND GO only!!!

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Fiona

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean rooms, Comfy, but small , lobby area has coffee/tea station. . Option to not do daily housekeeping in exchange for a $5.00 voucher per day that you can accumulate and use at 2 restaurants next door. No air cond.

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Patricia

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The partner restaurant next door has a great breakfast for purchase. Staff were really friendly and interesting. Mid November 2025 there was daytime construction across the street. But also the river is very nearby, and amazing stars were visible in the dark sky to the west. We are thankful for our stay.

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Madeline

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location is great for avoiding the summer crowds, “reasonable” for Banff prices, with access to sister properties with pool and dining. Rooms were spacious though dated; no AC in summer. Staff very helpful and friendly

8

Alice

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An older property , did not have a River view. Comfortable beds . Booked a 2 bedroom Front desk staff excellent, assisted us with the bus schedule. Prompt maintenance assistance when the microwave and coffee maker blew a circuit breaker. Lovely area to walk to Bow River. Would stay here again, but would like the River view. Used the pool and restaurant in the sister property across the parking lot , very nice facility .

8

Jacqueline

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a great stay, the location is amazing beside the river and it's easy to walk around the town. Parking is very easy as well! The property shares facilities with the Banff Lodge next door (pool and restaurants). Comfy beds and pillows and quiet area, only thing to note is that is an older building but the room comes with all the basics.

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Suzanne

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a good thing it was September as there is no AC in the room. On site parking is not secure. There is no breakfast at this hotel and all restaurants are in a different hotel. The pool and fitness center are in a different hotel. This hotel is basically just rooms and showers and nothing else. The rooms are noisy you can here people pee in other suites. The entire building has a musty smell and a run down appearance. During the night someone attempted to break in to my vehicle as it was parked in the on site lot.

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cristita

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Accessible to the town, staffs are friendly. No free breakfast.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2 $96	3 $82	4 $79	5 $79	6 $104	7 $163
8 $75	9 $75	10 $115	11 $164	12 $121	13 $109	14 $141
15 $83	16 $83	17 $78	18 $87	19 $78	20 $187	21 $199
22 $79	23 $79	24 $89	25 $79	26 $79	27 $164	28 $140
29 $73	30 $78

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $84	2 $78	3 $84	4 $117	5 $168
6 $83	7 $83	8 $86	9 $88	10 $81	11 $126	12 $339
13 $86	14 $78	15 $81	16 $78	17 $96	18 $198	19 $209
20 $201	21 $199	22 $173	23 $193	24 $239	25 $260	26 $271
27 $273	28 $300	29 $277	30 $274	31 $339

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