Banff International Hostel
449 Banff Avenue, T1L 1A6 Banff, Canada – Great location - show map
The hostel offers free parking, free WiFi, free breakfast, a fully equipped kitchen, a 24-hour front desk, and a variety of room types with en-suite washrooms and lockers. Some of the positive aspects of the hostel are its convenient location, friendly staff, clean facilities, and privacy curtains for each bed.

Located in Banff center, this hostel provides free WiFi in all rooms. Mount Norquay Ski Resort is 15 minutes’ drive away. All shared dormitory rooms at Banff International Hostel feature shared bathroom facilities and lockers. Select rooms feature a private bathroom. Linen is provided for guests to make their own beds. A fully equipped kitchen is featured for guests of Banff International Hostel. A computer with internet access is provided for added convenience. A 24-hour reception is offered. High speed WiFi allows guests to stream movies and video conference. Lake Minnewanka is located 5.6 mi from this hostel. Silvertip Golf Course is 25 minutes’ drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Banff International Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 26, 2012- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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- Jinjiang
Canada
“The hostel offers free parking, free WiFi, free breakfast, a fully equipped kitchen, a 24-hour front desk, and a variety of room types with en-suite washrooms and lockers. Some of the positive aspects of the hostel are its convenient location,...” - Daniele
Canada
“The location is very convenient with parking which for Banff is a very important thing,the rooms are very clean and the staff is pretty helpful.” - Jordan
Canada
“Friendly helpful staff, comfortable clean stay, a friend and I were in a room of 12 and felt safe. Close 5-15 minute walk to all the Banff restaurants and shops.” - Mandanas
Canada
“Very nice and accommodating Staff at the front desk. Thank you.” - Chuan
Canada
“cute loft. had breakfast and lockers. comfortable bed.” - Benedict
United Kingdom
“All staff were lovely the bed was comfy, extra heaters if you get cold, showers were decent and the kitchen was well equipped.” - Craig
United States of America
“Breakfast was good, rooms were comfortable, staff were nice, service and wifi was good. zero complaints, really enjoyed my stay” - Urooj
Canada
“My room had ensuite bathroom with hair dryer along with other amenities, and that's the best thing for me! For this price, you hardly find such facilities in the hostels.” - Crystal
United States of America
“Excellent location! Short walk to downtown. Large rooms with comfy beds. Nice quiet work space in basement. Great for working remotely.” - Wai
Hong Kong
“It was my third time staying in this hostel, everything is just right. Located in the centre of Banff, shops, restaurants and bus stops are in short walkable distance, great place to stay with a group of friends, good vibe, staff are friendly and...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Are sheets and towels included?
Sheets and bed covers are included and you can rent a towel at the front desk for a 5$ deposit.Answered on 8 September 2019Is it quiet at night?
We have 'quiet time' after 10 pm so it should be very peaceful and quiet at night. However if you have any issues we have a member of staff on the pr..Answered on 7 September 2019Hello Do you have somewhere to securely store ski/snowboard equipment during the stay? Thank you
Yes, we have a ski/snowboard storageAnswered on 9 November 2022Do you offer luggage storage?
You are welcome to store your luggage with us, if you should arrive before the check-in time or if you want to leave it with us for a few hours after ..Answered on 8 September 2019Can I use my own sleeping bag?
No you are not allowed to use your own sleeping bag. In fact it will result in a penalty if you do so. Our beds are already provided with bed sheets a..Answered on 8 September 2019When is the next 3 days available?
Hello, If we have no availability it does mean that we have sold out. Kind RegardsAnswered on 28 July 2022- Still looking?
Area info *
Amenities of Banff International Hostel
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Shared kitchen
- Dryer
- Refrigerator
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski storage
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- Game room
- Skiing
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Accessible parking
- Lockers
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Chinese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Banff International Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note, the property only accepts guests 18 years old and older.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Banff International Hostel
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Banff International Hostel is 2,300 feet from the center of Banff. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Banff International Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Banff International Hostel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Banff International Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Bowling
- Game room
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Horseback riding
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Guests staying at Banff International Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental