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Banff International Hostel

Property class: 1.5
Hostel near Banff Gondola in Banff

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A reception area with a counter, a television mounted on the wall, and signs above the door indicating 'Middle Springs Dr' and 'Tunnel Mtn. Dr'.
A hotel with multiple balconies, wooden railings, and flower arrangements.
A restaurant with large windows, wooden railings, and multiple tables and chairs.
A two-story building with a liquor store on the ground floor.
A wall with a map and event listings, including a 'Pub Crawl' event.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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449 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A6
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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A Bannefoss International Hostel with a mountain view, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A Bannefoss International Hostel with a mountain view, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

A Bannefoss International Hostel with a mountain view, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

A Bannefoss International Hostel with a mountain view, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A small, compact room with a bed, a wooden table, a chair, and a small desk with a computer.

Economy Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Banff

Uptown District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Uptown District hostel, you'll find Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Banff Gondola and Upper Hot Springs are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Canada House Gallery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Central Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 12 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Indian Curry House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Yama Onigiri - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Banff International Hostel

Hostel near Banff Gondola in Banff
As a guest of Banff International Hostel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby 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
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game 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
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Banff International Hostel offers 23 accommodations. Accommodations have kitchenettes with refrigerators.

Bathrooms include showers. This Banff hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

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

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

  • Bed sheets 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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-authorize 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each 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
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

How close is Banff International Hostel to the airport?

Banff International Hostel is 84.3 mi (94-min drive) away from the Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Banff International Hostel?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff International Hostel on Nov 8, 2026 start from CA $150, excluding 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.

Does Banff International Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Banff International Hostel.

Does Banff International Hostel offer free breakfast?

Banff International Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Banff International Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Banff International Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Banff International Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Banff International Hostel have a pool?

Banff International Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Banff International Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Banff International Hostel to downtown Banff?

Banff International Hostel is 0.5 mi away from Banff.

Banff International Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 433 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean shower, toilet and beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. They even made a minor change in my accommodation to make me more comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
expensive for the quality
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable, the front desk nice, The only issue is that it so expensive. It's twice the cost of any other hostel I've ever stayed at, at $120 a night. I hope the owners lower the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I were supposed to sleep in a dormitory fr six people but we ended up in a loft for the two of us. We slept very well, no noise. The only problem: it must be the most expensive hostel in the world (at least during summer) but it's great to be in Banff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a great stay, me and my family really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable option for multi days with family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a great area, 10 minute walk into town, the room was clean and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not good: Not being guaranted about a parking slot and high rate of rent made me feel not comfortable staying there. Good: Providing with kinchen amenities is a positive point.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel, staff helped me with finding a parking spot which I appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean but it was quite hot because the air was not well ventilated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and meet people from all over the world!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s located right on Banff Avenue and the kitchen is really convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good amenities - good location

Comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The beds are comfortable. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price, and the location was super convenient. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone traveling on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfy and bathroom spotlessly clean. Nice kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is honestly a great place to stay for a few days, with a good breakfast spread and the friendliest staff ever, I loved interacting with them all and we laughed so much they really make the stay even better. We walked from the hostel to town every time and it is so close. I highly suggest this hostel :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025