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Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows

2.5 star property
Riverwalk resort with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Honeymoon Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Hwy 1A, Box 875, 25km west of Banff, Johnston Canyon, AB, T1L1A9
  • Johnston Canyon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Banff National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Sunshine Village
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Honeymoon Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Living area

Honeymoon Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cabin, Multiple Beds

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Classic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Classic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Grand Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Grand Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Living area

Grand Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Johnston Canyon

At Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows, you'll be 0.2 km (0.2 mi) from Johnston Canyon and 8.1 km (5 mi) from Ink Pots Hiking Trail. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The bistro, BlackSwift Bistro, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court along with access to ecotours and bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Johnston Canyon resort include Kootenay National Park and Banff National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Johnston Canyon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Banff National Park - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Sunshine Village - 31 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 26 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 115 min drive

About this property

Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows

Riverwalk resort with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Johnston Canyon resort.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows offers 42 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Johnston Canyon resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, French, Japanese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 5 to 35 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • BlackSwift Bistro
  • Johnston Canyon Market Ca

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Designer stores
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 10 October and 19 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 5 to 35 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Johnston Canyon Resort
Johnston Canyon Resort
Johnston Canyon And Bungalows
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Resort
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Resort Johnston Canyon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

Yep, Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows has a free self car park.

What makes Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows.

Does Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

No, Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

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

Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 378 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and simple
nice small room, no thrills, old feel so no modern conveniences.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Very cute cabin and staff were so friendly and helpful with everything I needed. The hike/access to the canyon and falls was an incredible bonus and so beautiful. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Bryan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing cabins in Johnston Canyon at the base of one of the best day hikes in the area! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

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

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the character of the place: a throwback to the 1930s with cabins, vintage cars and memorabilia, but with modern amenities. Fhsh & chips at the Blackswift Bistro was the best I've ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really Cute, Clean and comfortable lodgings and peaceful and scenic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton, Towanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked our historic cabin. It was clean and comfortable and the restaurant on site and coffee counter were great as this is in a relatively remote location. Great access to Johnson Canyon hike!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Liping, San Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
staff not friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Durham

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So Peaceful
Loved how secluded this place was and the proximity to Johnston Canyon. Our bungalow was very comfortable. We wished we could have had a microwave in our room, but, not complaining about that!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bungalow
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Octavian, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only restaurant on the property did not meet expectations, especially for the price they charge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food in the restaurant in spite of the distance from the city. Well preserve facility and friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay in the rustic cabin. Highly commendable to friends who plan to go and experience the rocky mountain of Canada.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent cabins. Needs more kindling for fireplace as wood was hard to burn to create heat for the cabin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bungalow is very small and not much room for luggage. The restaurant is nice but the hike into the canyon in mid September was way too crowded
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lesley

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being right in Johnston canyon
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"It's Back To Nature" staying at Johnston Canyon Lodge. Actually, we stayed in the 1930 renovated motor bungalows. Quiet, peaceful, BEAUTIFUL surroundings in the Johnston Canyon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

constance m., Paoli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very convenient to The waterfall and ink pots trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny, Onsted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute private cottages. Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

atif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent place and restaurant; room poorly managed setting and unfriendly furniture etc
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024