Name: Samesun Banff
Address: 433 Banff Avenue, T1L 1B5 Banff, Canada, 433 Banff Avenue, Alberta, T1L 1B5, Canada
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $27 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.4

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Hostel Samesun Banff

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Lively bar, decent cheap food, nice kitchen, free underground parking (very limited), free breakfast.

Greg

United States of America

I like the location. the breakfast is my cup of tea. (I m a raw vegan)

Kikikibird

Hong Kong

Good location, free breakfast and parking! Staff was very friendly

Natalia

United Kingdom

Despite being a Friday night when I stayed, it did get quiet around 10:30 which was perfect because I needed to be up early on Saturday morning.

Erin

Canada

Really friendly, great large rooms with showers and toilets. Breakfast is included which is actually perfect first thing before you head out for a hike

Lauren

United Kingdom

Nice hostel for backpackers. It has a bar and restaurant with various activities every night. They also have kitchen, laundry room and lounge for guests. The rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable. It's a hostel room so don't expect privacy. They also organize hikes, tours and other outdoor activities, but I was only there for the night, so didn't take advantage of those

Munir

United States of America

This is the perfect experience with bar at night with party is so so fun

Hardik

Canada

Great staff, bar was super fun every night, and room was super nice!

Karen

United States of America

The guy at the front desk from the UK was so nice and made my trip travelling by myself way more enjoyable! The breakfast was decent and the bed was comfortable.

Courtney

Canada

the beds are comfy... but other than that. i wouldnt suggest to anyone.. who likes to have a clean place

Joelle

Canada

9.0

Excellent location!
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Highly rated for:
Great neighborhood
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What guests loved the most:
“Lively bar, decent cheap food, nice kitchen, free underground parking (very limited), free breakfast.”

Greg United States of America
“I like the location. the breakfast is my cup of tea. (I m a raw vegan)”

Kikikibird Hong Kong
“Good location, free breakfast and parking! Staff was very friendly”

Natalia United Kingdom
“Despite being a Friday night when I stayed, it did get quiet around 10:30 which was perfect because I needed to be up early on Saturday morning.”

Erin Canada
“Really friendly, great large rooms with showers and toilets. Breakfast is included which is actually perfect first thing before you head out for a hike”

Lauren United Kingdom
“Nice hostel for backpackers. It has a bar and restaurant with various activities every night. They also have kitchen, laundry room and lounge for guests.”

Munir United States of America
“This is the perfect experience with bar at night with party is so so fun”

Hardik Canada
“Great staff, bar was super fun every night, and room was super nice!”

Karen United States of America
“The guy at the front desk from the UK was so nice and made my trip travelling by myself way more enjoyable! The breakfast was decent and the bed was comfortable.”

Courtney Canada
“the beds are comfy... but other than that. i wouldnt suggest to anyone.. who likes to have a clean place”

Joelle Canada

One of our best sellers in Banff! Located on Banff National Park, this hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Banff’s shops and bars. A fully licensed bar and restaurant as well as a fully equipped common guest kitchen are available on site. Free Wi-Fi and a continental breakfast are included.

A fireplace is featured in most rooms at Samesun Banff. An private bathroom provides convenience in each room.

Featuring themed parties and dining options, the on-site Beaver Lounge and Restaurant is an ideal place for guests to convene. Barbecue facilities and laundry facilities are also available on site. A common room is available for guests to relax after a day's outing.

For those who wish to ski, Samesun Banff offers ski pass purchase for 3 local ski hills. Other recreational activities include Banff Gondola Mountain Experience just 1.2 mi away. Banff Springs Golf Course is also just 1.2 mi from this lodge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

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An Inside Look at Samesun Banff

Samesun Banff is the most centrally located hostel in Banff, a quick walk from the greyhound station, mountain trails, and centre of Banff’s social life. With a clean and comfortable environment, we boast spacious dorm rooms with a great atmosphere and friendly, helpful staff. Each room contains its own en-suite.

Area Info

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Closest Landmarks *

Banff International Research Station
0.5 miles
Banff Park Museum
0.6 miles
The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
0.6 miles
The Banff Center
0.9 miles
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
1.3 miles
North American
2 miles
Cascade
2.1 miles
Banff Gondola
2.4 miles
Mystic Express
2.6 miles
Sunshine Village
9.7 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Nesters Market Supermarket
0.6 miles
Beaver Bar Restaurant
0 miles
Whitebark Cafe Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Safeway Supermarket
0.4 miles

Natural Beauty *

Tunnel Mountain
0.6 miles
Bow river River
0.6 miles
Vermillion Lake
1.9 miles
Sulphur Mountain
2.9 miles
Mt Norquay Ski lift
5 miles
Minnewanka Lake
8.3 miles
Sunshine village Ski lift
11.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The location was excelent, just in the city center. There was a bathroom with a giant tub inside the bedroom and good water pressure. They gave towels also. T...”

Maidaj

Chile

8.7

“As this was a hostel, I didn't expect 4 star hotel style, however, I've never stay in a hostel before, so didn't really know what to expect. We had ...”

Nickjhall

United Kingdom

7.5

“Location & atmosphere ”

Sarah

United Kingdom

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1 Restaurant On Site

The Beaver

Food: American

Menu: À la carte

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3:30 PM - 12:00 AM

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

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Until 11:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note, guests must be at least 18 years of age to stay at this property.

Also please note that all reservations of 7 days or more or of 6 or more people may be charged in advance for their first nights stay. This amount can be fully refunded as per our normal cancelation policy.

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.

“Nice hostel for backpackers. It has a bar and restaurant with various activities every night. They also have kitchen, laundry room and lounge for guests. The rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable. It's a hostel room so don't expect privacy. They also organize hikes, tours and other outdoor activities, but I was only there for the night, so didn't take advantage of those”

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Reviewed: October 17, 2019

Leila
Brazil
9.2

“Really good”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathrooms were not very well cleaned.
The staff is amazing and the breakfast is a bonus.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 17, 2019

Greg
United States of America
8.3

“Nice hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The very young crowd could be loud at night but not more so than expected from a city hostel.
Lively bar, decent cheap food, nice kitchen, free underground parking (very limited), free breakfast.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 14, 2019

Elizabeth
Australia
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The rooms and bed were super comfortable, not like a hostel at all. The atmosphere was great, you meet people from all over the world and the staff were amazing! Would highly recommended staying here :)

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Alaba
United Kingdom
7.9

“Ok for what it was. Centrally located”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I knew it was a 10 bed dorm when I booked and 1 bathroom for all - would have prepared fewer beds. As it was for one night was manageable
It was located near the centre and convenient for tour pickups. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Banff accommodation was not cheap in comparison it was better

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Akari
Canada
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent staffs.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Alberto
Spain
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The kitchen is super small, only 2 people can cook at the same time, and the hostel have more than 50 costumers a day
Super good atmosphere

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Anonymous
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice feel to the place and a great breakfast

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 7, 2019

Szofiz
United Kingdom
8.0

“Clean and comfy with nice staff and good facilities.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
My room was at the end of the corridor on the ground floor so the noise from the bar travelled to the room but it wasn't a huge issue. The bar area is quite small and that's where breakfast is so sometimes there's not enough space for the amount of people. All minor concerns though, otherwise great place and great stay, would go again.
The room was quite spacious, not an awful lot of shelf space but I could store stuff on the fireplace. Everything was quite comfy and clean, very nice kitchen area. The staff are very nice and helpful and it's a good atmosphere and a short walk to downtown. Good breakfast with pancakes, though variety could have been better.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 6, 2019

Kikikibird
Hong Kong

8 helpful votes
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
a staff not familiar about the tourist information which he told me 8X Roam bus no service after 16 September but in fact 8X service was extended. my room is Elk, the toilet / shower is lack of facilities.
I like the location. the breakfast is my cup of tea. (I m a raw vegan)

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 6, 2019

Katiemaloney
United Kingdom

13 helpful votes
7.5

“Great location, cls”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathrooms were in rooms and when toilet in our room broke we had to go down to first floor as we couldn't find any extra toilets on other floors. Breakfast and Bar area got full very quickly as there weren't many seats.
Great location and friendly staff . A decent breakfast included. Parking was easy and convenient.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 6, 2019

Sheng
Netherlands
6.3

“Good to meet young people, not that good for long stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property is old and a lot of it is falling apart (broken toilet seat, rusty shower curtain, stained carpets etc). Facilities are too few and too small for the number of travelers. Expect limited personal space when cooking and eating. And being able to use the shower and toilet is a role of the dice.
Free breakfast and walking distance from Banff center

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 4, 2019

Natalia
United Kingdom
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bed was super uncomfortable
Good location, free breakfast and parking! Staff was very friendly

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 4, 2019

Hannah
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only one sink area in the kitchen
Towels . Inviting bar area and enjoyed the lounge room and heaters in the rooms.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: September 30, 2019

Michael
Canada
9.0

“very enjoyable will come back again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
different drafts would be nice
breakfast was ok. the music could have bee a little quieter

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 30, 2019

Ben
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Great ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Such a great location to be able to get up to lake Louise and such. Amazing night life and a great way to meet people. Would highly recommend if a solo traveler.

Stayed in September 2019

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