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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433 Banff Avenue, T1L 1B5 Banff, Canada –

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The bar was great! Good people, friendly staff, great location.

Rae, Canada

The staff are so nice and genuine! Rooms were clean and beddings are comfortable. The common rooms are in a good spot with a nice view during day time. I love the night activities at the beaver bar! We only stayed for a night but I would still come back to this backpackers haven to stay. Overall, it was an amazing weekend.

Mheljey-car, Canada

Great location and common areas. Nice kitchen and common room

Swasti, United States of America

The staff was very nice and welcoming! Will definitely be back :)

Madeleine, United States of America

I liked that there was a common room with another washroom.

Nicola, Canada

It was adequate. Each bed did have a fan, which helped because I was hot.

Treela, United States of America

Great staff, location is good, although the property has a few shortcomings it is well maintained and clean.

Peter, Australia

Probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at! It was very clean and it was nice to have a restaurant/bar attatched to it. All of the staff were extemely friendly and the breakfast had a good variety! My room had a bathroom attached to it so you only have to share bathrooms with your roommates instead of using a community bathroom which was nice!

Sarah, United States of America

The place is clean and staff are nice, location is so accessible to everything so near downtown, breakfast is good, food at bar is cheap and great. Best place to stay.

Maria, Canada

Great place to stay! Budget friendly, great location, super friendly people everywhere.

Amy, United States of America

9.0

Free WiFi
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood

What guests loved the most:
“The bar was great! Good people, friendly staff, great location.”

Rae Canada
“The staff are so nice and genuine! Rooms were clean and beddings are comfortable. The common rooms are in a good spot with a nice view during day time. I love the night activities at the beaver bar! ”

Mheljey-car Canada
“Great location and common areas. Nice kitchen and common room”

Swasti United States of America
“The staff was very nice and welcoming! Will definitely be back :)”

Madeleine United States of America
“I liked that there was a common room with another washroom.”

Nicola Canada
“It was adequate. Each bed did have a fan, which helped because I was hot.”

Treela United States of America
“Great staff, location is good, although the property has a few shortcomings it is well maintained and clean.”

Peter Australia
“Probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at! It was very clean and it was nice to have a restaurant/bar attatched to it. ”

Sarah United States of America
“The place is clean and staff are nice, location is so accessible to everything so near downtown, breakfast is good, food at bar is cheap and great. Best place to stay.”

Maria Canada
“Great place to stay! Budget friendly, great location, super friendly people everywhere.”

Amy United States of America

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 8.6 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Banff! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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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 – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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
Spirit
2.4 miles
Banff Gondola
2.4 miles
Mystic Express
2.6 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

“Everything. Nice, cozy, friendly, the staff are all nice & super helpful. Close to town. I think of all the hostels I’ve stayed around the world this would ...”

Kearna

Australia

“Staff were excellent, things were VERY clean, breakfast was great, and communal areas were social and fun. On site bar also goes off. Special mention to Maddi, ...”

Annie

Australia

“Location was excellent, great vibe and lots of activities to do within the hostel. Lots of people to make friends with! The staff were also lovely, super helpfu...”

Annie

Australia

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1 Restaurant On Site

The Beaver

Food: American

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

3:30 PM - 12:00 AM

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

Check-out

Until 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 and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

Extra beds are not available.

Cribs are not available.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Samesun Banff accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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.

“The staff are so nice and genuine! Rooms were clean and beddings are comfortable. The common rooms are in a good spot with a nice view during day time. I love the night activities at the beaver bar! We only stayed for a night but I would still come back to this backpackers haven to stay. Overall, it was an amazing weekend. ”

Mheljey-car

Canada

“Probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at! It was very clean and it was nice to have a restaurant/bar attatched to it. All of the staff were extemely friendly and the breakfast had a good variety! My room had a bathroom attached to it so you only have to share bathrooms with your roommates instead of using a community bathroom which was nice!”

Sarah

United States of America

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Reviewed: January 9, 2019

Jessica
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 11 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No drying room, but rooms were warm and dried out my gear.
Don't do it to yourself, it's addictive and you'll never want to leave. In all seriousness, it's an Awesome place. Great vibe with plenty to do. Staff are nice and helpful. Facilities are clean. Rooms are quite large, which is great if you're travelling with board bags and such. Also great to have a bathroom in the room.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 7, 2019

Yvonne
Canada
9.6

“Perfect place to stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Being so cold out, I felt it a bit away from Downtown, but that's it.
Everything! The staff, the people, the restaurant/bar , breakfast options, the cleanliness, the safety, the quietness during my writing hours... I liked it al!

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 5, 2019

Anonymous
Australia
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
At times the beds were uncomfortable
They have so many activities to get you involved and make friends. At certain times, they have free hot chocolate at the front desk. All the staff are very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend for solo travellers or people travelling with a friend

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 3, 2019

Amalda
Canada
10

“Comofortable; exceeded my expectations of a hostel accommodation; breakfast was also ok”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
none.
Comfortable beds even in the dorm; great location; I felt safe & respected even if I was a youth hostel :).

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 31, 2018

Lyndon
Australia
8.8

“Relaxed, cheerful and friendly.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 14 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff, especially Naomi, Richard and Jack were excellent and helped to make my stay a memorable one.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 29, 2018

Karumbaiah K G
Canada

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The breakfast could be a little larger and maybe open longer, maybe till 10:15, as most ppl party late previous nights. The locker doesn't allow small locks to fit properly. Local activities or tours could have a tie up with them and make it easier for travelers to book them through Samesun. Hard to organize group trips from Samesun. Signed up for 1 and couldn't go because out of about 20ppl 2 signed up. Minimum was 3. I feel it needs to be informed to ppl who just get in.
Everything regarding the staff and cleanliness.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 26, 2018

Maggie
Ireland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
You’ll never find the best staff under one roof (sun)

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 18, 2018

Thao
Canada
10

“Amazing and memorable stay with Samesun!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing I could think of really. Cannot complain about anything
Naomi is amazing!!! She is extremely friendly and helpful! She has made my stay a lot more memorable!!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 18, 2018

Kearna
Australia

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything. Nice, cozy, friendly, the staff are all nice & super helpful. Close to town. I think of all the hostels I’ve stayed around the world this would be one of my faves. Thanks guys !

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 14, 2018

Kirsten
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Small kitchen area / common room
The atmosphere was fantastic - always busy with activities!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 14, 2018

Zozo
Canada
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was very close to the main strip

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 12, 2018

Kerstin
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The lockers weren’t big enough for my backpack, but I was in a room with great people and thankfully didn’t feel like I needed to store it away. The bath tub has gone a bit yellow, but that’s to be expected in a hostel!
Loved this place! Has a real homey feeling and the dorms are really big with lots of space for bags and sitting on the floor to sort stuff. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Great location, about a 10min walk to shops, restaurants etc. Each bunk had its own light, shelf and fan.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 12, 2018

Nina
Germany
7.1

“Good budget Backpacker hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
The kitchen was always very cold and every night the fire alarm went off when someone was cooking ;)
Liked to have a bar downstairs, although the music was way too loud for my taste (asked them many times to turn it down at breakfast time). Rooms are nice, though rather samll when all beds are occupied and you can not fit your backpack into those lockers... Liked the common room, though I think the TV took away a lot of the atmosphere... washing is not free but coin operated, fruit at breakfast was orange slices and not apples or bananas - but the coffee is good and they have oats as well. Lots of Backpackers working there, staff seem to change a lot...

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

Anonymous
Australia
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wish the lockers were large enough to keep a large backpack or small suitcase
The people in my room were great

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 7, 2018

Traveller
Canada
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bar was good but maybe more games etc something to get ppl in the mood earlier rather than starting at 9.30pm and another toaster at breakfast
Loved the plugs next to each bed and rooms were very clean.

Stayed in December 2018

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