Name: Banff International Hostel
Address: 449 Banff Avenue, T1L 1A6 Banff, Canada, 449 Banff Avenue, Alberta, T1L 1A6, Canada
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $35 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.2

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Hostel Banff International Hostel

449 Banff Avenue, T1L 1A6 Banff, Canada – Great location - show map

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Super awesome and helpful staff! Great location, easy to walk or catch the bus.

Emma

United States of America

I loved having the peanut butter and jelly sandwich & some apple juice right before leaving on a hike!

Sarai

United States of America

Great location, amazing staff, facilities as you’d want them

Michael

United Kingdom

Calm, clean, central location which is a big bonus. It is of good price compared to other hostels of same quality.

Sumaia

Canada

Location, staff, kitchen amenities, and complimentary breakfast! The room was clean and warm enough even there was a big snow storm when we’re there. The ensuite shared bathroom was a plus as we don’t need to step outside the room in the cold. Staff were very friendly and helpful. There’s a big shared kitchen with a complete kitchen amenities which was very helpful for those who want to cook their own meals. But, if you won’t bother with cooking, don’t worry, there’s complimentary breakfast (coffee, breads, cereals)! The hostel was very close to downtown, providing easy access to restaurants, groceries, and tour pick-up points!

Amalya

Indonesia

The breakfast was basic but the staff was great! They recommended good hiking options and were willing to answer queries. Being able to interact with people from other countries wasa plus! Also, the housekeeping was good.

Hazel

Singapore

Staff was super helpful. Excellent location. Onsite parking.

Patricia

United States of America

I loved the location - super close to downtown. Super easy to make friends as a solo traveler. Loved the schedule, breakfast was decent, rooms were well kept and clean. Overall excellent value for your money in comparison to the hotels etc!

Angelyca

United States of America

The staff was very nice. The bed and room were clean and neat. Thank you for providing shampoo and a blow dryer.

Shirley602

United States of America

Great location and super comfortable. Awesome breakfast!

Michelle

United States of America

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What guests loved the most:
“Super awesome and helpful staff! Great location, easy to walk or catch the bus.”

Emma United States of America
“I loved having the peanut butter and jelly sandwich & some apple juice right before leaving on a hike!”

Sarai United States of America
“Great location, amazing staff, facilities as you’d want them”

Michael United Kingdom
“Calm, clean, central location which is a big bonus. It is of good price compared to other hostels of same quality.”

Sumaia Canada
“Location, staff, kitchen amenities, and complimentary breakfast! The room was clean and warm enough even there was a big snow storm when we’re there.”

Amalya Indonesia
“The breakfast was basic but the staff was great! They recommended good hiking options and were willing to answer queries. Being able to interact with people from other countries wasa plus!”

Hazel Singapore
“Staff was super helpful. Excellent location. Onsite parking.”

Patricia United States of America
“I loved the location - super close to downtown. Super easy to make friends as a solo traveler. Loved the schedule, breakfast was decent, rooms were well kept and clean.”

Angelyca United States of America
“The staff was very nice. The bed and room were clean and neat. Thank you for providing shampoo and a blow dryer.”

Shirley602 United States of America
“Great location and super comfortable. Awesome breakfast!”

Michelle United States of America

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 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Max adults: 1	Bed in 4 or 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 6 or 8 Bed Male Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 6 to 9 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 2	Queen Room with Private Bathroom 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 4	Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom 2 bunk beds
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 6	Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with Ensuite Bathroom 3 bunk beds
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Max adults: 4	Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom and Kitchenette 2 bunk beds
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Max adults: 2	Basic Room with Private Bathroom (1-2 Adults) 2 bunk beds
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Max adults: 4	Family Room with Private Bathroom 2 bunk beds and 1 queen bed
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Area Info

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What's nearby *

Banff International Research Station
0.5 miles
Banff Park Museum
0.6 miles
The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
0.7 miles
The Banff Center
0.9 miles
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
1.4 miles
North American
2 miles
Cascade
2.1 miles
Banff Upper Hot Springs
2.2 miles
Banff Gondola
2.5 miles
Mystic Express
2.6 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Nesters Market Supermarket
0.7 miles
El Toro Restaurant
0.1 miles
White Bark Cafe Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
IGA Supermarket
0.5 miles

Natural Beauty *

Bow River River
0.9 miles
Tunnel Mountain Mountain
1.9 miles
Vermillion Lake Lake
1.9 miles
Sulphur Mountain Mountain
4.4 miles
Mt Norquay Ski lift
4.7 miles
Cascade Mountain Mountain
9.6 miles
Sunshine Village Ski lift
11.7 miles
Lake Minnewannka Lake
16 miles

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Check-in

4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

American Express Visa Mastercard Discover UnionPay credit card 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 may pre-authorize 2 nights on the credit card prior to arrival. Pre-authorization is a temporary hold and not an actual charge to validate and guarantee the booking.

Please note, the property only accepts guests 18 years old and older.

Please note that the reception will be closed from 23:00 to 07:00.

Please note complimentary breakfast is unavailable beginning 18 March 2020.

Please note that housekeeping services are limited at this time.

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.

“Location, staff, kitchen amenities, and complimentary breakfast! The room was clean and warm enough even there was a big snow storm when we’re there. The ensuite shared bathroom was a plus as we don’t need to step outside the room in the cold. Staff were very friendly and helpful. There’s a big shared kitchen with a complete kitchen amenities which was very helpful for those who want to cook their own meals. But, if you won’t bother with cooking, don’t worry, there’s complimentary breakfast (coffee, breads, cereals)! The hostel was very close to downtown, providing easy access to restaurants, groceries, and tour pick-up points!”

“The breakfast was basic but the staff was great! They recommended good hiking options and were willing to answer queries. Being able to interact with people from other countries wasa plus! Also, the housekeeping was good.”

“I loved the location - super close to downtown. Super easy to make friends as a solo traveler. Loved the schedule, breakfast was decent, rooms were well kept and clean. Overall excellent value for your money in comparison to the hotels etc!”

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Newest Reviews for Banff International Hostel

Reviewed: July 5, 2020

Anonymous
Canada
10

“Great place to stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Its a great place to stay at a reasonable price. Near to all of the shops. Beds are nice and comfy. Staff is very helpful. Austin at the reception desk was very kind generous.

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 5, 2020

Mary
Canada
6.0

“staff are nice and friendly.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The stairs is a concern

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 1, 2020

Carolyn
Canada

1 helpful vote
10

“I can't wait to go back😉”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Leaving
Had a homemail like feel

Stayed in June 2020
Reviewed: July 1, 2020

Sam
Vietnam
3.0

“There's better options”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The smell of the kitchen is like rotting meat, which was so bad that we are out for the rest of the time. It was clear that only the silver surface was cleaned, not the pots, pans, ovens or chopping, even the floor. Some chopping boards were so slimy it felt like old raw chicken goo when you touched them. We did reach out to the manager who said would contact the appropriate people, but reading back over the reviews the kitchen smell seems to crop up every now and then, so make up your own mind about that. The room had a smell of mold in the walls and most areas in the bedroom were chipped or broken. Again, we mentioned this and we were told they were currently undergoing 'mold control', but things are very easy to say without anything being done to rectify them. In terms of a hostel yes, you might always have a great time because you meet fun people there, but in terms of genuine quality from our stay, you're better off going the extra to Samesun or stay at the Canmore Downtown hostel which was clean and modern and still offered the great social aspect. We were happy to get back to camping afterwards
The bed was comfortable

Stayed in June 2020
Reviewed: June 27, 2020

Ladelo
France

2 helpful votes
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The kitchen is a bit small. Rooms are warm...hard to have fresh air even with the ventilator on.
Staff is really friendly and welcoming !! Good advice Nice to be able to sit outside to eat. Near town center by foot. Rooms are big. Lots of plugs to charge the phone near the bed.

Stayed in June 2020
Reviewed: March 19, 2020

Jackson
Australia
8.0

“Awesome place to stay if you are looking for cheap and clean accommodation with friendly staff.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 6 nights
The kitchen had a pretty bad smell to it.
Meeting people is the best part about any hostel. The staff were very friendly and the rooms were very clean.

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: February 19, 2020

James
Canada
10

“Better then I would have ever thought being a hostel ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I liked it all
Friendly staff

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 16, 2020

David
Canada

1 helpful vote
6.0

“Enjoy meeting the German people and the Ozy ...and the wonderful Asian sisters .”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
the snoring was bad need ear plugs next time ,,,just got one bad drunk guy i guess ,,other where good ,,,some where real easy on the eyes.
Enjoy the tv room and meeting other people from around the world ,,,,

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 15, 2020

Li
Canada

1 helpful vote
8.0

“It is good.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Restrictions to kitchen.
Location, price, morning coffee, parking .

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 14, 2020

Ryan
United Kingdom
10

“Absolutely incredible experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 30 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
N/A
The staff were super friendly and very hard working. Always had time to chat and make you feel at home. Was an absolute class experience

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: January 30, 2020

Sandra
Spain
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom curtain was dirty
The location

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 24, 2020

Amanda
Australia
10

“Good place ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very Cleans and comfortable room and bed

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 21, 2020

Kensley
Puerto Rico
7.5

Good
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The beds where confortable
Comfortable and good location

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 13, 2020

Arka
Ireland
8.0

“Banff International Hostel Review”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No towel or individual soap, shampoo, conditioner Staff did no know there was a free shuttle from centre to Lake Louis skii resort
Great location, good value for money.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 11, 2020

Suzanne
Australia
9.0

“Great for anyone wanting to experience Banff on a budget.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 6 nights
There isn't a bar located on the grounds and there is only one hostel run activity each week which is the Sunday pub crawl. If I hadn't been there for it at the start of my stay, I definitely wouldn't have made the friends that I did. The pub crawl was great fun and I think it would be good for the hostel to invest time into more regular activities.
This hostel is great for anyone wanting to experience banff. Town is a 10 minute walk away and the ski bus and public buses are a few minutes walk. They have storage space for your ski gear, a full kitchen, standard breakfast, and a liquor store all on the grounds. It was great for meeting people and the pub crawl on a Sunday night was a great inclusion.

Stayed in January 2020

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