Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Property entrance
Indoor spa tub
Restaurant
Corner Suite with Spa Bath | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Corner Suite with Spa Bath | Room amenity

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB, T1L 1H8
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Glacier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
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Room options

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Corner Suite with Spa Bath

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior King Room Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Two Queen Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Corner Loft Suite with Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Banff

Located in Uptown District, Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Tunnel Mountain. This 190-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Victoria Glacier - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 13 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 17 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Guests staying at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and a sauna. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Red Earth Spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 30 for adults and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 765 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1993
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 30.00 for adults, and CAD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Banff Caribou
Banff Caribou Lodge
Caribou Banff
Caribou Banff Lodge
Caribou Lodge
Caribou Lodge Banff
Banff Caribou Hotel Banff
Banff Caribou Lodge And Spa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

As of Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa on Apr 1, 2026 start from $129, including 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.

What's there to do around Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

This hotel is situated in Uptown District, just steps from Victoria Glacier. You'll also find Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Red Earth Spa is the hotel's spa and services include couples treatments, massages, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

Does Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa feature a casino on the premises?

No, Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature a private indoor hot tub and a fireplace.

Does Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa for a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa offer a balcony.

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1690 out of 3128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 811 out of 3128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 416 out of 3128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 3128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 3128 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was not made aware the bar was closed for renovations. Which meant the keg restaurant didn't serve any draft beer or cocktails. The food in keg was also not great. Order a brie and they substituted the toppings because they ran out. Was not good return this. For a family with older people and not been able to relax and have drink I. The lobby was not good. If I had been told this I would have book elsewhere. Also cleaners didn't clean out room service dorty dishes and the remaind on the ground outside the door for the 2 days we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Edward J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was closed for renovations throughout my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, the staff was very nice and accommodating. There is underground parking with ski lockers and an Elevator. The hotel has a large, well maintained hot pool available to guests. The Keg restaurant was in the hotel had amazing food and great staff! Overall our visit was very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Caryl

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lennon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms good location. The hot tub is perfect for enjoying. We’ll stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was average size clean could use some updating and staff could be more attentive at front desk. Maybe do inspections for mold in bathrooms and make sure smoke detectors are firmly on the wall / ceiling
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel-Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were friendly and the accommodations were so charming. Our whole family of five loved our time here and will be back. We had one small issue and we were so impressed with how the staff handled/corrected the situation. Great place to stay if you want to feel like a valued guest. Great place to stay if you want a charming mountain stay. Wonderful job Banff Caribou Lodge! Thanks for an incredible time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great time here and very convenient. One of the first locations that the shuttle bus stops at to head up to the slopes. So always seats :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Myriel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet feels clean and sheets too, this is huge for me because of my allergies. Decent pricing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot. But the beds. My god. It was like a rock. Do people actually like beds that hard. Seems crazy to me. Everything was good. But the beds were so bad that I wouldn’t stay here again…. Only cause of this. Everything else was on Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crosby

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
2nd time visiting the Caribou, unfortunately this time wasn’t as good as the first. I was put into room 110, which is right across the hall from the hot pool. Inside my room was humid, hot, and reeked of chlorine. The pool room door was wide open the whole stay, letting more chlorine smell out. On top of that, it’s a very loud hallway, with a mix of adults/children making noise, which the room doesn’t do a good job of muffling. On top of that, staff members were moving linen bins back and forth during the night and early morning. For the price I paid, the value wasn’t there. Quite dissapointed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

RYAN CHRISTOPHER

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The place is ok. When i arrived to check in, the guy at the desk said for another $25 I could take a nicer room with a mountain view.. I said why not. He totalled me up and said it would be nearly another $100... I asked why, he said it was for the $25. It was $25 a night, not total. He was trying to scam me without communicating the total. So then he put me in a room right by the washer dryers for the hotel and hot tub so it was mega loud the entire time. The place is fine, nothing to write home about. They were jack hammering and doing construction at the restaurant also...
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first stay at The Caribou. Been to Banff many times and always stayed elsewhere. The hotel is on the outskirts of the main Banff strip but not too far to walk, about 15 mins with good footwear. We were there in Dec so it was chilly and snowy so proper boots are a must. The lobby is quaint and was decked out in Christmas finery. The lobby has a wood burning fireplace that was always lit and inviting. The rooms are a bit small and could use some updating but it was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025