Uptown District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Uptown District hotel, you'll find Victoria Glacier and Surprise Corner. Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Off-Leash Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
Victoria Glacier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Banff National Park Information Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Banff Station - 4 min drive
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Canada - 1 min walk
The Canadian Brewhouse - 18 min walk
Good Earth Coffeehouse - 16 min walk
PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - 19 min walk
The Old Spaghetti Factory - 18 min walk
About this property
The Dorothy Motel
3-star hotel near Upper Hot Springs
The Dorothy Motel offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A complete renovation of The Dorothy Motel was completed in October 2020.
This 3-star Banff hotel is smoke free.
1 building
42 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1974
Express check-out
Front-desk safe
Terrace
No smoking on site
The Dorothy Motel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Canoe and Suites, #2000 - 600 Banff Ave]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per night
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
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 3 children 16 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
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: CAD 30 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
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, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Up to 3 children 16 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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
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The Dorothy Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The room was perfect. The staff at the Canoe hotel were all wonderful. Great stay overall.
Stacey
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Kara
Aug 14, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The service was perfect and the front desk staff is amazing. The loaning of bear spray for hiking helped tremendously and we had access to the pool. Our stay was for a few days. The last couple days we woke up with sore backs due to the bed. Biggest complaint was housekeeping never cleaned the floors so dirt ended up on the beds and elsewhere even when we took our shoes off at the door. Overall a positive experience, a short walk to downtown. Cleanliness could be improved.
My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights and for days...the check in was 4pm we came too early (just excited to see the beauty of banff😊)...front desk agent just put tag on our luggage and just came back around 4pm...front desk poeple were very nice...there is a free roam bus ticket we just used it going to Banff gondola & Minnewanka lake...this place is walkable to banff town..have co-op open 24hrs if you feel snacky at night...how i wish Sudden sally coffee shop opens a little bit earlier...
We didn’t have food options included with the hotel but there were tons of spots in the town of Banff. The bed and room was very cute and comfortable. Exactly what we needed for our stay.
Jordan
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Holli
Travelled with family
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy access, great location & well maintained motel. Absolutely would recommend.
Holli
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adam
Travelled with family and small children
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Amenities
Very nice hotel - the closeness to Hotel Canoe (for the hot pools and lobby/restaurant) was great, and the rooms were perfect for a family of 4 (kids under 10). The craft coffee to make pour-overs every morning was an awesome addition!
Cute decor and love the courtyard area. Beautiful! At the end of the busy street so you’re close to downtown Banff area but just far enough that it’s quiet
Nice motel style property coming in Banff. Modern and clean with a comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Free bus downtown or a 15 minute walk to shops and restaurants.
We loved the Dorothy Motel - especially because it was away from the bustle of downtown and we could use the amenities of the Canoe and the Otter. We also had free fresh ground French Press coffee and bus passes.
We stayed one night in a more expensive, less appealing hotel. I highly recommend the Dorothy!