Samesun Banff
433 Banff Avenue, T1L 1B5 Banff, Canada – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 1070 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Samesun in Banff is one of the best hostels I have seen so far. It‘s in 5 min walking distance to Downtown Banff. Busstop is right in front of it. I got a 6 bed women room with private bathroom. Everything got cleaned daily, so the shared kitchen looked really good as well as the common area! Breakfast is also included which contained hardboiled eggs, muffins, toast, butter, jams, coffee and juices plus you could make your own pancakes. I would definitely come again!
Canadabreakfast is great, location, wifi fast, staff & clean bedsheets & towels
CanadaFront desk staff and housekeeping were amazing! Had a bachelorette party this weekend and they were all so accommodating! Brad at front desk was great and super nice! Very safe and comfortable beds!
CanadaThe staff was phenomenal! Everyone was very welcoming and helpful! The rooms we’re clean and housekeeping came in everyday! There were free towels and the breakfast spread was great! Sophie and Catie at front desk were so great!
CanadaCouldn’t ask for a better location, in walking distance of all activities in Banff! Great dorm facilities, fully stocked kitchen and there is even the bar next to the reception! Katie from desk helped me out so much.
Canadafree breakfast staff being friendly and helpful despite being short-staffed and very busy
CanadaExtremely convenient location. Clean, spacious room.
United States of AmericaThe location was great! Everything’s nearby. I really hope they could start the breakfast earlier than 8:00am. I booked a tour and the meet-up time was 8:15am so I didn’t had enough time to eat breakfast because I need to walk 6 mins from Samesun to the pick-up location.
Philippinesthe shared rooms were very nice and clean. beds were comfy.
CanadaLocation was great! Very close to the bus stop so you can easily go everywhere. The hostel was very nice, the room very comfortable and the staff really nice :)
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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 is included.
An private bathroom provides convenience in each dorm room.
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.
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 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.
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- Geisler
Canada“Samesun in Banff is one of the best hostels I have seen so far. It‘s in 5 min walking distance to Downtown Banff. Busstop is right in front of it. I got a 6 bed women room with private bathroom. Everything got cleaned daily, so the shared kitchen...” - IndrawatiCanada“breakfast is great, location, wifi fast, staff & clean bedsheets & towels”
- KatieCanada“Front desk staff and housekeeping were amazing! Had a bachelorette party this weekend and they were all so accommodating! Brad at front desk was great and super nice! Very safe and comfortable beds!”
- KatieCanada“The staff was phenomenal! Everyone was very welcoming and helpful! The rooms we’re clean and housekeeping came in everyday! There were free towels and the breakfast spread was great! Sophie and Catie at front desk were so great!”
- JohnCanada“Couldn’t ask for a better location, in walking distance of all activities in Banff! Great dorm facilities, fully stocked kitchen and there is even the bar next to the reception! Katie from desk helped me out so much.”
JosephineCanada“free breakfast staff being friendly and helpful despite being short-staffed and very busy”- Valentina
United States of America“Extremely convenient location. Clean, spacious room.” 
Mary
Philippines“The location was great! Everything’s nearby. I really hope they could start the breakfast earlier than 8:00am. I booked a tour and the meet-up time was 8:15am so I didn’t had enough time to eat breakfast because I need to walk 6 mins from Samesun...”- MercadoCanada“the shared rooms were very nice and clean. beds were comfy.”
Florencia
Argentina“Location was great! Very close to the bus stop so you can easily go everywhere. The hostel was very nice, the room very comfortable and the staff really nice :)”
- Hi, How your dorm rooms operate now given Covid? Are they still 12 people in your rooms?Hello, we are running at half capacity right now. For example, if you're placed in a 6 bed mixed dorm, 3 people will be in there.Answered on August 2, 2020
- Do you have planned events or activities?We have planned daily activities throughout the summer and winter seasons including hikes, canoeing, hot springs and the cinema.Answered on October 23, 2019
- I'm looking to stay in the 6-bed female only room. Does this room type have a locker for luggage?All of our rooms have lockers. You will need to provide your own lock.Answered on January 11, 2020
- HI, Is the "Budget Double Room" a private room with private bathroom? Is there air condition in the hotel? Thanks.Hi, Thank you for your enquiry! The budget double room is a private room, it shares a bathroom with two other private rooms. The hostel does not have ..Answered on February 16, 2021
- Hello! Do you provide free towel services to guests or would one need to rent? Ty!Hi! We provide free towels!Answered on June 5, 2022
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Beaver Bar
Food: American, British, Local
Open for: Dinner, Cocktail hour
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 not allowed.
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.
Samesun Banff accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
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.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
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 Samesun Banff
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The prices at Samesun Banff may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Samesun Banff is 1,950 feet from the center of Banff.
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Samesun Banff offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Evening entertainment
- Entertainment staff
- Walking tours
- Happy hour
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Check-in at Samesun Banff is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Samesun Banff by:
- Airport shuttle (public) 1h 30min
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Samesun Banff has 1 restaurant:
- Beaver Bar
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Guests staying at Samesun Banff can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
