Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Surprise Corner

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Property grounds
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Luxury Villa | Living area
Luxury Villa | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surprise Corner
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Villa

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Banff

Tunnel Mountain District stay.With a stay at this Tunnel Mountain District hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surprise Corner and 2 miles (3 km) of Banff National Park Information Centre. Banff Legacy Trail and Tunnel Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Surprise Corner - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 5 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shoku Izakaya - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5-star hotel near Surprise Corner
Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers its guests a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 3983 square feet (370 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at Buffalo Mountain Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • 3983 sq ft of conference space
  • 370 sq m of conference space
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers 108 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: CAD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 40 per person

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
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Buffalo Mountain Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
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Buffulo Mountain Lodge
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Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

How close is Buffalo Mountain Lodge to the airport?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 84.9 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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buffalo Mountain Lodge on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $488, 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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 20 and 40 per person.

Is there a casino at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge have a restaurant?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is home to The Prow, which features happy hour.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Buffalo Mountain Lodge to downtown Banff?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 1 mi away from Banff.

Buffalo Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1623 out of 2136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 2136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 2136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 2136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 2136 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Water in hot tub too cold
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Milad

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yassin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable room with a wonderful view and balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, wonderful fireplace, awesome outdoor hot tub. Parking is a little bit cramped. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spotless, the hot tub is awesome, the fireplace is a nice touch, and the setting it spectacular!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved the fireplace and coziness of the room and surrounding area outside. Room was clean and service was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Wade

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vered

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful resort with amazing rooms. Loved the outdoor hot tub. Looking forward to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Colton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Calvin

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Edmonton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fancy room, it felt like it came out of a 5 star hotel in the resort town. Great loccitane amenities, fancy shower and cool fireplace. Bed was great room was warm and cozy. Loved the stay will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Fort McMurray

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

YEON-SOOK

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amandeep, East Elmhurst

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ed

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely fantastic hotel. Room was just as pictured and was clean and spacious, the fire was perfect for the cold days and the balcony gave a great view of the snowy mountains. All the staff were lovely and so helpful - nothing was too much trouble. Wish we could have stayed longer...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice mountain experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Douglas A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beds were excellent. Fireplaces in all the rooms, with firewood and starter supplies provided. Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Manav

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose Lauro Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, good location. Thank you for the treats and upgraded room. Would like to know what brand mattress you use for the king sized bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect! Loved the fireplace in the room and the beautiful decor. Clean and cozy :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026