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Banff International Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Banff International Hostel blends mountain living with entertainment. Enjoy the arcade/game room, start your day with continental breakfast, and use WiFi throughout. Knowledgeable staff offers tour assistance and ticket help for easy adventure planning.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Front of property

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Front of property

Bed in a 4 bed co-ed dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Front of property

1 bed in a 6-9 co-ed dorm room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Front of property

Bed in a female 4-6 dorm room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Studio Suite

Economy Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
449 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A6

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 12 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Banff International Hostel

Hostel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and an arcade/games room at Banff International Hostel. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, a vending machine and a TV in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, ATM/banking services and a computer station
Room features
All guest rooms at Banff International Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Kitchenettes with fridges
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Banff International
Banff International Hostel
Banff Hostel Banff
Banff International Hostel Banff
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Banff International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is Banff International Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Banff International Hostel?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff International Hostel on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$187.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Banff International Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Banff International Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Banff International Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Banff International Hostel located?

Located in Uptown District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Glacier, Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Banff Gondola is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Banff Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Banff International Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 372 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable option for multi days with family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is honestly a great place to stay for a few days, with a good breakfast spread and the friendliest staff ever, I loved interacting with them all and we laughed so much they really make the stay even better. We walked from the hostel to town every time and it is so close. I highly suggest this hostel :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHYLESH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was greate 1) Clean room 2) nice scenic view 3) it was fantastic to have breakfast options where its either cereal, pancakes, or toast+spread. Else cook your own using ingredients 4) laundry availability 5) quick service from staff 6) bear spray stock
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

thapa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and dorm was well maintained. Everything close by
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanest hostel I have been to so far. I had the 4 female hostel room, everyone was respect and quiet during night hour. Bathroom and sink area clean. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tsaiti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s located right on Banff Avenue and the kitchen is really convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfy and bathroom spotlessly clean. Nice kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jolene

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff were amazing and friendly. Rooms were very dirty and hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

IN-SUNG

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yaislen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldn’t sleep well overnight the guests upstairs were noisy all night. My daughter couldn’t sleep well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a hostel, I stay 8 persons share a room, lucky me, major roommate is quite and gentle, but I heard some room keep noise, keep the light on until midnight, you cannot sleep with these people. In this cost, it should be fair deal. location is very good, you can find anything within 10 minutes. Staffs nice and friendly. I have no complain for this hostel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NIKHIL CHAKRAVARTHY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a decent stay, but the room felt like a bit too warmer than we’d expect, and the only way to cool a bit is to use the table-top fan they gave for each bed, which wasn’t enough. I arrived past the checkin time, at around 1.45am and they checked me in without any issues. Also the checkout was pretty seamless - i gave my parking pass and room key, and that was it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent headquarters for launching my excursions around Banff. The staff delivered superior service when I requested a change of room. The rooms were clean and orderly with every amenity I could want. The premises were also clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. The kitchen had every appliance, pots, pans, stoves, utensils, everything anyone could want. It was clean and easy to use. There was a laundry which I used gratefully. Altogether, this was much better than staying in a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maria del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I left my food marked in the kitchen as requested and someone took it away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the customer service is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Abhinand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is in exact Banff town. So everything is easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Too much writing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

VIET

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beds are not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was worried about theft at a hostel, but roommates were nice and it was perfect if you're in your hotel just to sleep. And you don't come to Banff to sit in a hotel room. Staff was very friendly and I had a comfortable, safe sleep and met some nice folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My first hostel stay and it won’t be the last! I lucked out with a clean room, great roommates and the location was perfect and walkable to shopping and restaurants. Liquor store onsite, decent variety of breakfast although I found the kitchen a little chaotic and confusion. Some signage would help! I’d definitely recommend this as an affordable place to stay while visiting Banff (hotels are outrageously priced, this was a fraction of the cost!)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chuehwang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Shek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have bathroom inside the dorm👍 However no filter water and the water boiler is in bad condition. Only can drink tap water☹️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Vida

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very very hot that I couldn’t sleep many nights in a row !! Not very clean! Bed sheets were dirty! But also other people didn’t much care about cleanness as they would through their hair in sink causing blockage. The staff and manager were good and attentive! But overall I had an uncomfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024