Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, in the vicinity of Lake Minnewanka

Photo gallery for Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Children's play area - outdoor
Point of interest
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

Map
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB, T1L 1H8
  • Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Tunnel Mountain
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Corner Suite with Spa Bath

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Banff

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa puts you in the centre of Banff, 9.4 km (5.9 mi) from Lake Minnewanka and 19.3 km (12 mi) from Sunshine Village. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A day of pampering at Red Earth Spa can include massages and facials along with access to the hot tub. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to yoga classes. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Uptown District hotel include Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 17 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Investments Ltd - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Hotel with a full-service spa, in the vicinity of Lake Minnewanka
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 765 square feet (71 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, spa services, and a vending machine are also featured at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa. Free self parking is available.

This Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 190 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 765 sq ft of conference space
  • 71 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1993
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa offers 190 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Banff hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Red Earth Spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 30 for adults and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 765 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 30.00 for adults and CAD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Banff Caribou
Banff Caribou Lodge
Caribou Banff
Caribou Banff Lodge
Caribou Lodge
Caribou Lodge Banff
Banff Caribou Hotel Banff
Banff Caribou Lodge And Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

As of 25 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa on 2 Apr 2025 start from NZ$228.38, 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 Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Yep, Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Yep, Red Earth Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

What makes Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa.

Does Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

No, Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Dogs are welcome at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1396 out of 2564 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 659 out of 2564 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 337 out of 2564 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 2564 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 2564 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot pool and Sauna we’re great after a day of Skiing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Conrad

Liked: Amenities
Great service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manpreet

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

yu

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place in Banff
Everytime we go to Banff we stay at the Caribou. Best place for the best price and consistent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time staying here. Very nice and comfortable place to stay. Loved the hot tub and everything else
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When you walk in the lobby, the fireplace is crackling and it feels very warm & festive! Great staff, beautiful room with a great view and we loved the complimentary chocolates!! What a great place to spend Christmas!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality at this hotel is amazing. Everyone was so nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haramrik

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bruno

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

8/10 Good

Anastasia, Calgary

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the hot pool, the Keg Restaurant attached (in the hotel lobby). It was difficult to get the temperature in the room controlled. No microwave in the room was an inconvenience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tara

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

4/10 Poor

Nipun

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

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Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Hassan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms and furniture are very old and in bad condition
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool atmosphere here. Staff are awesome they treat you so well
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a little loud. Staff did talk to them but as there was a young group of skiers staying there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to property when in banff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Chestermere

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024