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Samesun Banff - Hostel

2.0 star property
Ski hostel with ski passes, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Traditional hotel entrance with a welcoming sign.
Relax in a cozy living room with a comfortable sofa, stone fireplace, and TV.
Cozy room with a bunk bed and storage lockers.
Enjoy cooking in this well-lit kitchen with a large island, sink, and ample counter space.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, black refrigerator, and ample storage.
In the heart of Banff, Samesun Banff - Hostel offers a lively atmosphere with ski passes and al fresco dining at The Beaver Bar. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or connect to in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff who make this hostel feel like home.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Ski passes
  • Terrace
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Fireplace
  • BBQ(s)

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Washroom

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

6 Bed Mixed Ensuite Washroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

8 Bed Mixed Ensuite Washroom

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

8 Bed Female Ensuite Washroom

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

6 Bed Female Ensuite Washroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

14 Bed Mixed Ensuite Washroom

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Reception

Banff International Hostel

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
7.6 out of 10, Good, 321 reviews
The price is NZ$477
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Banff International Hostel
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About the area

Map
433 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1B4

What's nearby

  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Upper Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Banff Gondola - 9 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 96 min drive
  • Banff Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Investments Ltd - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Samesun Banff - Hostel

Located within a 15-minute walk of Banff National Park Information Centre, Samesun Banff - Hostel puts you near winter activities such as downhill skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling. Guests looking for a bite to eat can take in the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is a nice spot to enjoy après-ski drinks. Also, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity are within a 15-minute walk. Ski passes are also available. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

What to do

  • Karaoke
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace

Ski

  • Ski passes
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Shared accommodations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

The Beaver Bar – This bar only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Banff Samesun
Samesun
Samesun Banff
Samesun Hostel
Samesun Hostel Banff
Samesun Backpacker Hotel Banff
Samesun Banff Hostel
Samesun Banff
Samesun Banff - Hostel Banff
Samesun Banff - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Samesun Banff - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff

Frequently asked questions

Does Samesun Banff - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Samesun Banff - 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 Samesun Banff - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Samesun Banff - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Samesun Banff - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Samesun Banff - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Samesun Banff - Hostel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and downhill skiing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking.

Are there restaurants at or near Samesun Banff - Hostel?

Yes, The Beaver Bar offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around Samesun Banff - Hostel like?

Samesun Banff - Hostel is a short 14-minute walk from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 16 minutes' walk from Bow River.

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Samesun Banff - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10

I loved everything about this place! If you’re on a family trip, this is not the place for you. But as a solo traveler, I couldn’t have been more pleased with the accommodations! I felt so safe and comfortable with the other fellow travelers around me. I’d go to bed early and woke up early with all the beds around me filled and never heard a sound. Everyone was very respectful of others space and property. I will without a doubt stay here again on future trips to Banff!
2-night trip

10/10

Always a great experience staying at Samesun. Amazing opportunity to meet people from around the world. Beaver bar is always a great vibe. Best hostel in Banff.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to meet travellers from around the world
4-night trip

10/10

Comfy bed, clean place, lovely hostel in general
2-night trip

8/10

Great location and price!
3-night trip

8/10

Safe and friendly vibes.
6-night trip

10/10

Amazing experience
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place to stay, friendly staff. The bartender was fantastic! Overall very pleased with my stay here & will definitely be back in the future!
2-night trip

10/10

As a solo traveller staying here is a great way to make new friends, the staff are extremely kind and helpful, the beaver bar downstairs has a great atmosphere and the food is incredible
5-night trip

8/10

It was great for what is expected. Good location. Good food/drink special. Breakfast was underwhelming.
1-night trip

6/10

Your basic busy hostel. Single beds, nothing special about it. Probably your cheapest option in Banff by far. Breakfast is included which was nice
1-night trip

8/10

Nice rooms and amenities and breakfast and great location. Rooms could benefit from having a small quieter work area with access to electrical plugs and a table.
6-night trip

10/10

The staff were lovely here - very helpful, friendly, responsive. I was surprised to find it a quiet and pleasant place to stay, despite sleeping in a room with 5 other people. More reasonable price than other lodgings in Banff-you can't get a hotel room for under $500! I returned here after travelling for 4 days because I had a good first visit.
2-night trip

10/10

Love the breakfast in the morning, easy to socialize at the bar downstairs and get some affordable food and drinks. Service was excellent and very close to everything you need. Would definitely stay here again. Only thing is that the bunk beds are creaky so it’s hard to be quiet when you get into bed in the evening and the noise might be an issue for some.
2-night trip

4/10

It was very messy, I was put in a room with many of the long term stayers that have been there for 5 months It was also pretty smokey throughout the halls whenever someone burnt something in the kitchen. It was not worth it paying the amount I did and staying there. There was also a used cup and spoon on my “new bunk”

10/10

Overall great, parking was very limited and difficult

10/10

Very unique experience. Staff and guests were all great people.

8/10

I liked the rooms , and in suite bathroom, the curtains surrounding each bed gave some privacy that was much needed . And the front desk team and the bar team are all wonderful .
1-night trip

10/10

Banff central location! Parking in Banff a bit challenging Breakfast (hot) a nice start before hiking Good daily eats for purchase each day. Super Staff
3-night trip

10/10

Quite like a dorm. Good choice for skiing.
1-night trip

10/10

Emplacement, cuisine,
4-night trip

10/10

This was my first time staying in a hostel and it exceeded expectations! I walked in and went straight to the happy hour (4-6pm) and met great people immediately! The atmosphere was conducive to socializing and have a great time. Additionally, the (bunk) beds were very comfortable and I felt safe staying there. I would stay there again for sure!
2-night trip

6/10

Overall: Reception and staff were always helpful. Its a quaint stay, since you're mainly paying for a place to sleep, shower, and rest. First Hostel experience, and I can confidently say I could do again. For budget travelers, adventurers, and newly singled it works.
2-night trip

10/10

All what I expected
3-night trip

10/10

Worth the money
1-night trip