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Banff International Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Reception
Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Courtyard
Mountain view
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
449 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A6
  • Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪12 min walk‬

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Room options

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Front of property

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Front of property

Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Front of property

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Front of property

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Banff

Located in Uptown District, Banff International Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. This 23-room hostel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Banff International Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Banff International Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a computer station, an arcade/game room, and free newspapers.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes and refrigerators.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

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Property amenities

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 parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Banff International
Banff International Hostel
Banff Hostel Banff
Banff International Hostel Banff
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Banff International Hostel?

Banff International Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff International Hostel on Jun 9, 2025 start from $288.98, 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.

What's there to do near Banff International Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Uptown District within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Glacier and Canadian Ski Museum West. You'll also find Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Upper Hot Springs within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Banff International Hostel?

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

Does Banff International Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Banff International Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Banff International Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Banff International Hostel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as free breakfast and a terrace.

Does Banff International Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Banff International Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Banff International Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Banff International Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Banff International Hostel.

Does Banff International Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Banff International Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Banff International Hostel.

Banff International Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 296 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Xia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

VIET

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beds are not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

MALGORZATA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt safe as a solo woman traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Business traveler
Clean room. Easy check in/out. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sinéad

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Xuemeng

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place is dirty and smelly. The attendents are tricky. Worst hotel I have been.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 3 days we were there, we had ONE breakfast because all they served was cereal & toasted bread. No protein or other nutritious options. The rooms were old and dirty. The towels were smelly. TV does not work. The heater was ON the entire time and we cannot control it. Worst place I ever stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This great experience and safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

AINGEAL

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is hostel standard, clean and functional. But $400 for a 4 person/ bunkbed room in september is too exprnsive. The new banff ! Little kitchen with cute eating area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Geralden

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

kiran

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was not cleaned as i cam see lot of dust on the i side doormat. The place looks like a rundown place. The only plus point is the location. Proximity to downtown banff and the dining options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Qinxue

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff opened the door of my private room at 2am and didn’t explain until I called the front desk. It was terrifying and unprofessional
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

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

8/10 Good

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There’s no ac and the room was hot. You couldn’t open all two windows- one for safety reasons and the other was the road noise. Able to open the small window in the bathroom but wasn’t able to cool off the room. I had issues sleeping due to heat - kept waking up. Lots to do around the hostel from shopping dining and entertainment. Buses are within walking distance. Comfortable bed and privacy curtains.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

catherine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff but did not enjoy the room much as it is warm, doesn't have air condition, not well clean, unsafe wirings and very loud fan. Breakfast is available but we did not expect that it is a make your own breakfast. The hostel needs to level up considering their high cost, it is not worth the money at all. Wouldn't recommend, sorry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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