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Reviews of Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

521 Banff Avenue, T1L 1H8 Banff, Canada

#40 of 49 hotels in Banff

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 1743 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    9.0
    Good, but getting pricey
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I had a good visit. I've stayed here dozens of times. The price is getting high though. The hot tub maintenance appears to be poor... wasn't hot, jets poor

    The Keg restaurant is in the building, consistent, tasty food and a warm atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    I had a really enjoyable time seeing every photo on each floor
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Its not haunted

    I loved the convenience of free parking, the hot pool and the cozy feelings i had being there

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    9.0
    It felt like a lodge:)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool is under maintaince. Was mostly an inconvenience, not a dislike. Maintenance is a good thing, just not on my visit. "Giggles".

    Beautiful location, loved the restaurant in the lobby. Clean and lots to do in the area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    8.0
    Other than the few cleanliness tips, everything else was enjoyable. The staff were friendly. I’m sure if I had asked, I
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room could have been a bit cleaner (I felt it needed to be vacuumed before we went in). The tea cups and kettle were dusty. In my opinion, everything should be well cleaned before guests enter.

    Beautiful, comfortable, location, amenities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The rooms were spotlessly clean and very comfortable and spacious. The Wifi was not working in the room but I was able to avail of work space off the reception area which was great. I would describe the pool as a large Hot Tub not a swimming pool.. Saying that I would love to have stayed longer and would certainly go back.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    9.0
    Higgly recommended
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really nothing much only if breakfast could be a part of the package.

    Overall it was an awesome experience. We were bit concerned as we couldn't get room in the hotel where our conference was. However it turned out to be a gr8 alternate. The location, rooms , price and the exceptional staff all were enough to checkout with a smiling face after 3 days.😃. We will certainly stay again on our next visit.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    8.0
    Family ski holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Poor communication between staff teams caused issues - being told off like children for drinking 'in the wrong place' (when directed there) was unnecessary. Rooms were clean but communal areas could be better.

    Great location - very handy for local bus and ski shuttle, and a short walk into town. Lovely hot pool - like a huge jacuzzi.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    7.0
    Overall we were happy with our stay. Would consider staying again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The advertised pool was a little misleading. My daughter was looking forward to it, only to find out when we arrived it was only a large hot tub.

    The room was clean and quiet. The hotel was within walking distance, and the underground parking was great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    8.0
    Great hotel, would recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Open access to any member of the public to hotel room corridors. Not enough towels for number of guests in room - had to ask daily for more towels as the cleaners kept taking them. Broken toilet, not adequately fixed during our stay - small attempt made to fix but broke straight after. Not hotels fault but don't rely on free ski shuttle as it often does not stop for pick ups. Also not very regular so having our car was necessary. Avoid hotel restaurant for breakfast (buffet option). We arrived 10mins after breakfast started and the buffet was a poor selection and awful quality - hot food was over cooked and soggy. Much nicer food available up the mountain or in the main village for a similar price. No air con (heating option only). We had the window open for the duration of our stay and the fan going. Not a major deal but would have preferred cooling option too.

    Pool and sauna was great - especially around dinner time 5-6pm when it was quieter. Rooms were good sized and well equipped (fridge, kettle, etc). Plenty of storage for clothing and luggage. Toiletries provided in the bathroom were a lovely touch and great quality. Secure parking. Computer and printer free to use which was great for our Banff Park Pass. Restaurant in hotel lovely for dinner and drinks. Staff friendly. Cosy lobby area Overall a brilliant stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    7.0
    The terrible room ruined the stay. Wouldn’t book again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very dark, closed in, hideous pea green painted rooms, no mirrors in room, insufficient lighting in room, bathroom mirror too small, terrible lighting, couldn’t see to do makeup

    Cozy lounge, sauna, hot tub

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    7.0
    Wonderful staff, fun decor, adult only friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms were claustrophobically small, even the toilet was angled into the sink my legs had to be angled out into the tub to sit down. Our bed didn’t have a fitted sheet, sheets were insanely stiff and starchy.

    Gave me zero issues Paying damage deposit with debit credit card which was such a relief. Can’t stand when hotels won’t accept them. Hotel was very adult friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable, but for the price there are usually better options down Banff Avenue especially for young families
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some of the staff seemed as though they really didn’t want to be there. Smiles and acknowledgement of hotel guests go a long way to setting the overall tone; however there are some really great people working there, albeit a small majority. Rooms are starting to look a little dated when compared to other hotels down Banff Avenue. Not a lot for young children to do other than the pool. For the price it’s becoming less and less reasonable every time we stay here. Unsure if we would go back and we’ve been staying here for almost a decade on our trips to Banff!

    Good location and food in the restaurant was incredible. Beds are comfortable and rooms spacious enough for a young family of four.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    8.0
    Will return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location. The spa was awesome!!! Staff was great

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room situated on 4th floor No blankets Noisy hallways when people are going by the room. Rooms are getting dated(wall covers, rugs.

    Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. Made checking in and checking out very simple. This is my 7th time staying here Happy birthday, wishes were very nice from front desk staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay for a family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We had four people in the room but they only provided three towels.

    Very clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    9.0
    Great Visit!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Front desk clerk was abrupt.

    Convenient with the spa, rooms were large and clean. The shower head was amazing!!!! Never wanted to leave for that alone. Artwork on the walls is fun to just walk up and down the halls looking at it all.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pricing, restaurant, staff, parking and location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    8.0
    Overall good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I thought the hot pool needed more chemicals it was very foamy. And I felt a little uncomfortable sitting in it

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s a great hotel, but the spa was a complete rip off. The masseuses were late to our 12pm appointment, finally got in at 12:10 Rushed our massages to finish at 1.00pm It just sucked feeling them rushing , they did not even try to hide it, almost getting really rough moving my limbs in their haste to complete. Hubby did not even get scalp or feet touched. The pedi’s were worse. I had to redo my polish at home it was so bad. The technician was fresh out of school , when I am paying 75 bucks for a pedicure , you better know what you doing!!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I always stay at the Caribou Lodge, goog value.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Overall it was a great experience and a great price. Loved the spa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The entry into the room was very small and went right into the closet. We had to get out and hit the button on the garage door everytime we left.

    Great decor and loved the spa!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    8.0
    We had a fantastic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi was constantly dropping which was making communication with family staying elsewhere in town really difficult.

    Great staff Room was really nice Hot pool was god send at the end of a hard days skiing Great location for busses to resorts as second pickup on bus route.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    9.0
    Good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Smoke air all over the building.

    Location. Atmosphere.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Location very good , helpful staff and good atmosphere .

    Stayed in February 2024

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