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Banff International Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel in Banff with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

Photo gallery for Banff International Hostel

Reception
Mountain view
Courtyard
Fridge, microwave
Bathroom sink

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar

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 Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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

Property entrance

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Property entrance

Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Property entrance

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Property entrance

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Banff

Banff International Hostel places you in the centre of Banff, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and in-room kitchenettes. .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 - 0.7 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

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

Hostel in Banff 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. This accommodation has kitchenettes with fridges.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Banff hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

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

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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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room kitchenette
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

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 at the property
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, a smoke detector 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
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Banff Hostel Banff
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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 26 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff International Hostel on 27 Mar 2025 start from NZ$203.45, 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. 92 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 283 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Xia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

VIET

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beds are not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

MALGORZATA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt safe as a solo woman traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Business traveller
Clean room. Easy check in/out. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sinéad

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Xuemeng

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place is dirty and smelly. The attendents are tricky. Worst hotel I have been.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 3 days we were there, we had ONE breakfast because all they served was cereal & toasted bread. No protein or other nutritious options. The rooms were old and dirty. The towels were smelly. TV does not work. The heater was ON the entire time and we cannot control it. Worst place I ever stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This great experience and safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

AINGEAL

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is hostel standard, clean and functional. But $400 for a 4 person/ bunkbed room in september is too exprnsive. The new banff ! Little kitchen with cute eating area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Geralden

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

kiran

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was not cleaned as i cam see lot of dust on the i side doormat. The place looks like a rundown place. The only plus point is the location. Proximity to downtown banff and the dining options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Qinxue

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff opened the door of my private room at 2am and didn’t explain until I called the front desk. It was terrifying and unprofessional
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There’s no ac and the room was hot. You couldn’t open all two windows- one for safety reasons and the other was the road noise. Able to open the small window in the bathroom but wasn’t able to cool off the room. I had issues sleeping due to heat - kept waking up. Lots to do around the hostel from shopping dining and entertainment. Buses are within walking distance. Comfortable bed and privacy curtains.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

catherine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff but did not enjoy the room much as it is warm, doesn't have air condition, not well clean, unsafe wirings and very loud fan. Breakfast is available but we did not expect that it is a make your own breakfast. The hostel needs to level up considering their high cost, it is not worth the money at all. Wouldn't recommend, sorry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandeep

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

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