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
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive
Banff Station - 12 min walk
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 International Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Upper Hot Springs. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and cross-country skiing, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
What to do
Ski passes
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Terrace
Television in common areas
Arcade/games room
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Kitchenette
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and window guards on-site.
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.
Also known as
Banff International
Banff International Hostel
Banff Hostel Banff
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Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff
Frequently asked questions
Does Banff International Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Banff International Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Banff International Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Banff International Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Banff International Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Banff International Hostel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for boat tours and fishing. Banff International Hostel also has an arcade.
Does Banff International Hostel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge.
What's the area around Banff International Hostel like?
Banff International Hostel is in Uptown District, a short 13-minute walk from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 15 minutes' walk from Bow River.
Banff International Hostel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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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
10/10 Exceptional
18 December 2024
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
This great experience and safe.
Krena
Krena, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
22 September 2024
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.
AINGEAL
AINGEAL, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
19 September 2024
Geralden
Geralden, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
19 September 2024
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
kiran
kiran, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
2/10 Poor
17 September 2024
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
16 September 2024
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
Qinxue
Qinxue, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 September 2024
great location and close to everything
Brad
Brad, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 September 2024
Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop
Jun
Jun, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 September 2024
sachin
sachin, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
24 August 2024
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.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2024
DAVID
DAVID, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
22 August 2024
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.
catherine
catherine, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Good
Sandeep
Sandeep, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
11 August 2024
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!
Jenae
Jenae, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2024
Azhar
Azhar, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2024
Banff Biking trip
Laurence
Laurence, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
16 July 2024
Poor cleanliness. The towels are smelly, seems just washed them without detergents.
Elvira
Elvira, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2024
Great place to stay and meet people from all over the world!
Adam
Adam, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
11 July 2024
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.
Vida
Vida, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 July 2024
the customer service is excellent.
MOE
MOE, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 June 2024
The place is in exact Banff town. So everything is easily accessible.