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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 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.

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Hostel Samesun Banff

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Samesun Banff

433 Banff Avenue, T1L 1B5 Banff, Canada – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 1020 reviews)

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8.3
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1,020 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Location

    9.1

  • Total

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

Overall, it was a great stay. I did the 8 bed female dorm option. Large room and comfortable space. Bathroom in the room was very clean also with a large tub/shower. Extra washrooms down the hall in case yours is being used. The Beaver Bar was super convenient for a quick bite and the storage was perfect for skis/boots. Free hot chocolate in the lobby and coin laundry. Location is really close to shuttle pickups and bus stop as well. All in all, can't wait to visit again!

Grigercl13 United States of America

Everything. Great breakfast, good staff, perfect location and a delicious bar to enjoy the end of the day. We stayed in the mixed bedroom with 14 (room 307) but you don’t feel you have so much people because there’s real good separation inside

Daniel Canada

Location, fun events planned by the hostel every night

Simon Canada

The hostel was easy walking distance to everything in Banff at a wonderful price. I stayed in a six bed female dorm and met some great girls. Be warned though some like to party late into the night more than others so bring your earplugs. The mattress wasn't the most comfy but it was still a comfortable place to stay even for 10 nights. The staff are fabulous!

Kerry Australia

The beds were pretty comfy for a hostel! The set up for each bed was better than expected! A light and a table...even for the top bunk

Jessica United States of America

Staff were friendly. 24 hour service helped a lot.

Wilson Canada

To me Samesun is a place I could feel like home. The rooms are clean, the staff is very friendly and helpful. They were all about my aged (26). They organised fun activities like hiking, ice skating, karaoke night, movie night and so on. Breakfast was my favourite time, because I got to meet new people and chitchat a bit. So, I really enjoyed my stay at Samesun Banff and if I ever had the chance to come back again, I would book a bed here again 😉

Mukendi Canada

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

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

Excellent location!

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  • “Overall, it was a great stay. I did the 8 bed female dorm option. Large room and comfortable space. Bathroom in the room was very clean also with a large tub/shower.”
    Grigercl13 Grigercl13 United States of America United States of America
  • “Everything. Great breakfast, good staff, perfect location and a delicious bar to enjoy the end of the day.”
    Daniel Daniel Canada Canada
  • “Location, fun events planned by the hostel every night”
    Simon Simon Canada Canada
  • “The hostel was easy walking distance to everything in Banff at a wonderful price. I stayed in a six bed female dorm and met some great girls.”
    Kerry Kerry Australia Australia
  • “The beds were pretty comfy for a hostel! The set up for each bed was better than expected! A light and a table...even for the top bunk”
    Jessica Jessica United States of America United States of America
  • “Staff were friendly. 24 hour service helped a lot.”
    Wilson Wilson Canada Canada
  • “To me Samesun is a place I could feel like home. The rooms are clean, the staff is very friendly and helpful. They were all about my aged (26).”
    Mukendi Mukendi Canada Canada
  • “Lively bar, decent cheap food, nice kitchen, free underground parking (very limited), free breakfast.”
    Greg Greg United States of America United States of America
  • “I like the location. the breakfast is my cup of tea. (I m a raw vegan)”
    Kikikibird Kikikibird Hong Kong Hong Kong
  • “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 Erin Canada Canada

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 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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  • Grigercl13 United States of America

    “Overall, it was a great stay. I did the 8 bed female dorm option. Large room and comfortable space. Bathroom in the room was very clean also with a large tub/shower. Extra washrooms down the hall in case yours is being used. The Beaver Bar was super convenient for a quick bite and the storage was perfect for skis/boots. Free hot chocolate in the lobby and coin laundry. Location is really close to shuttle pickups and bus stop as well. All in all, can't wait to visit again!” Read more

  • Daniel Canada

    “Everything. Great breakfast, good staff, perfect location and a delicious bar to enjoy the end of the day. We stayed in the mixed bedroom with 14 (room 307) but you don’t feel you have so much people because there’s real good separation inside ”

  • Simon Canada

    “Location, fun events planned by the hostel every night ”

  • Kerry Australia

    “The hostel was easy walking distance to everything in Banff at a wonderful price. I stayed in a six bed female dorm and met some great girls. Be warned though some like to party late into the night more than others so bring your earplugs. The mattress wasn't the most comfy but it was still a comfortable place to stay even for 10 nights. The staff are fabulous!” Read more

  • Jessica United States of America

    “The beds were pretty comfy for a hostel! The set up for each bed was better than expected! A light and a table...even for the top bunk”

  • Wilson Canada

    “Staff were friendly. 24 hour service helped a lot.”

  • Mukendi Canada

    “To me Samesun is a place I could feel like home. The rooms are clean, the staff is very friendly and helpful. They were all about my aged (26). They organised fun activities like hiking, ice skating, karaoke night, movie night and so on. Breakfast was my favourite time, because I got to meet new people and chitchat a bit. So, I really enjoyed my stay at Samesun Banff and if I ever had the chance to come back again, I would book a bed here again 😉” Read more

  • Greg United States of America

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

  • Kikikibird Hong Kong

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

  • Erin Canada

    “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. ”

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  • 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 air conditioning, however the rooms remain a comfortable temperature year round. Hope that helps!


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  • Hi two inquiries, 1) Does the price for 'one bunk bed' mean both bunks or just one bunk? 2) Does your age limit mean age during the trip dates? (we have a group of three 18 year old's and one 17 year old - but all born in '03)

    Good evening! All good questions. One bunk bed means either the top or the bottom. However during COVID we are operating at 50% capacity only. As we have a licensed bar on the premises, we only accept 18+at the time of arrival. Many thanks!


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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • 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 Upper Hot Springs
    2.2 miles
  • Banff Gondola
    2.4 miles
  • Mystic Express
    2.6 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Beaver Bar
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Whitebark Cafe
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Sunshine Village
    9.7 miles
  • Sunshine Village Gondola
    9.8 miles
  • Goat's Eye Express
    10.8 miles
  • Wolverine Express
    10.9 miles
  • Jackrabbit Quad Chair
    11.4 miles
  • Tee Pee Town
    11.5 miles
  • Great Divide Express
    11.7 miles
  • Angel Express
    11.8 miles
  • Strawberry Triple Chair
    11.8 miles
  • Mount Standish Express
    11.8 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Tunnel
    0.6 miles
  • River Bow river
    0.6 miles
  • Lake Vermillion
    1.9 miles
  • Mountain Sulphur
    2.9 miles
  • Lake Minnewanka
    8.3 miles
Ski lifts
  • Mt Norquay
    5 miles
  • Sunshine village
    11.7 miles
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  • Terrace
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  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Hiking
Food & Drink
  • Bar
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Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
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Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry Additional charge
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Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
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General
  • Shuttle service
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
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  • Non-smoking rooms

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3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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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.

Cards accepted at this property

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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.

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 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 coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

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

  • Samesun Banff is 1,950 feet from the center of Banff.

  • The prices at Samesun Banff may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Samesun Banff offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour
    • Entertainment staff
    • Walking tours

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Samesun Banff by:

    • Airport shuttle (public) 1h 30min

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Samesun Banff (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Street parking
    • Parking garage

  • Samesun Banff has 1 restaurant:

    • Beaver Bar

  • Check-in at Samesun Banff is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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  • Facilities8.2
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  • Value for money8.0
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