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About this property

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 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Buffet


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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
6 bunk beds
8 bunk beds
10 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Diane
    Philippines Philippines
    I had a lovely stay. Everyone was so friendly and nice! Bed was comfortable, bathroom and trash were cleaned daily. I like the little curtain for privacy.
  • Arthur
    United States United States
    everything organized, big rooms, comfy beds, breakfast area organized, big lockers, hangers, clean bathroom, nice bar area, nice lounge/kitchen
  • Roxanne
    Canada Canada
    Friendly staff and people who stay. Great location and quiet end of Banff Ave
  • Paige
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm and welcoming staff and environment, everyone working was really well informed about the area. Rooms were clean and tended to daily - bar and kitchen are also a highlight!! Shoutout to Katy, the manager and all the samesun employees:)
  • Marissa
    United States United States
    My stay at Samesun Banff, being my first ever hostel stay, exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend solo female travelers stay in the 6-female bunk dormw ith ensuite bathroom. It never felt overcrowded and it was such a great way to make new...
  • Ksch89
    Canada Canada
    breakfast. simple. clean. fast. friendly. happy hour at the bar. pretty quiet. all around a great place to stay for a decent value when staying in Banff.
  • Yousef
    Canada Canada
    Stayed in a 14 room mixed on July 2025. It splits into 2 adjacent rooms and one of the rooms has AC and the air flows between rooms. 1 bathroom with shower in it. Room and the bathroom are cleaned daily. Hang out area is clean. Kitchen has lots...
  • Irene
    Netherlands Netherlands
    What a great hostel! I stayed in the female dorm room for 7 nights which is pretty long. The staff are super friendly and respectful, they definitely helped me out with a few logistic issues that I had, which I really appreciated. There is a...
  • Haley
    United States United States
    Amazing location! Right on the Main Street. Free breakfast was satisfactory. Love the curtains on the bunk beds. Loved the parking underneath the hostel.
  • Annabelle
    Canada Canada
    Location is convenient to bus stop and town. Staff are for the most part exceptionally helpful. Luggage room and bike lock up are secure and convenient. Details such as hand towels, bathmats, toiletries and fully equipped kitchen make the hostel...

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Beaver Bar
    • Cuisine
      American • British • Local
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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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.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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