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Elk + Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1B1
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪9 min walk‬

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(145 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(138 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Loft Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Loft

Standard Loft

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(75 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Banff

Downtown District stay.At this Downtown District hotel, you'll be steps from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and within a 15-minute walk of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banff Legacy Trail - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 6 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Elk + Avenue Hotel

3-star hotel near Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
Elk + Avenue Hotel offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Elk + Avenue Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1988
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Elk + Avenue Hotel offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (CAD 10 per night)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 24 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: CAD 2 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 10 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, 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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 credit 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, JCB International, and cash. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Banff International
Elk Avenue Hotel Banff
Hotel Banff International
Elk Avenue Hotel
Elk Avenue Banff
The Elk Avenue Hotel
The Elk Avenue Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Banff
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel Banff

Elk + Avenue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1228 out of 1911 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 434 out of 1911 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1911 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1911 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1911 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff perfectly cliche and made you feel like a big shot. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Petrina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peng

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jie

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara, Toronto

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First- Staff are friendly and accommodating. Second- Room with 2 beds are very spacious and relaxing. Lastly parking space are well designed for easy access and not crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Magnus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very adorable and convenient hotel. Just a bit dirty and run down. Staff was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeting at the front desk was very pleasant and even had a treat bag for our old pup. The room was great and dinner at F&F was fab as usual. A great stay Ty
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana, King City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, easy travel, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Noor Mahdi Munir

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to place in Banff! Clean, spacious rooms, and very friendly staff. Plus a nice hot tub and restaurant in the hotel. Love staying here! Plus location is incrediable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Staff was very good and most courteous. Location of hotel is excellent. Room was good. Only issue was additional charges for parking, hotel tax
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I’ll be honest—at first I was worried because I saw a negative review that almost made me cancel. But I’m really glad I didn’t. The hotel ended up being a great choice. The location is perfect—right in downtown Banff. As soon as you step out the door, you’re only a short walk from shops, restaurants, and everything you need. The price was very reasonable for the area, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great stay and excellent value. I’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Florence, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and the bed comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. The underground parking was spacious and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenna

It was okay…
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

JAMES, FT MCMURRAY

Travelled with family
Great staff. Room experienced a lot of “mechanical sounds/noise”, various creaking and clanging type noise, water pipes and HVAC.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana R M

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025