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Bow View Lodge

2.0 star property
Mountain tranquility awaits at this Banff retreat where travelers can easily access natural wonders and unwind after exploring the National Park Information Centre

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Bow View Lodge in Banff offers an airport shuttle, steam room for post-hike relaxation, terrace with mountain views, two restaurants, and a bar. Helpful staff assist with planning excursions to Upper Hot Springs. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(84 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Run of House | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Run of House

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Studio Suite, River View | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker

Signature Studio Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Murphy Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Run Of House

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

River Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

River View Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double (Pet Room) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double (Pet Room)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Double Pet Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

River View Two Double Beds Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium River View King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown District, a neighborhood in Banff, Bow View Lodge is near a train station and on a river. Banff Gondola and Sunshine Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Upper Hot Springs is another place to visit that comes recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and snowshoeing. Visit our Banff travel guide
Map
228 Bow Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A5

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park
    Banff National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Iconic Morant's Curve, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
    Banff National Park Information Centre
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banff_BanffNationsLuxtonMuseum_6072227_06
    Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Central Park
    Central Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banff_whytemuseumofthecanadianrockies_6152565_5
    Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station
    6 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    5 min walk
  • The Canadian Brewhouse
    5 min walk
  • BeaverTails
    6 min walk
  • The Old Spaghetti Factory
    4 min walk
  • Evelyn's Coffee Bar
    6 min walk

About this property

Bow View Lodge

Hotel near Upper Hot Springs
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is located near Bow View Lodge, which provides an airport shuttle, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room or the 2 hot tubs. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Express check-out, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 58 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Recycling, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CAD 27 to 32 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Crave at Banff Park Lodge
  • La Terrazza at Banff Park

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 27 to 32 for adults, and CAD 0 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

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Bow View Banff
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Frequently asked questions

Is Bow View Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bow View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bow View Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Bow View Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Bow View Lodge located?

Located in Downtown District, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Upper Hot Springs. Banff Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Bow View Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Angelika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet, easy walk to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Very clean, comfortable with an excellent location to downtown Banff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, pleasant staff. Close to many shops and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicolin Codrut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes berry good location
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, good location, had everything necessary. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Negar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very convenient location and fairly clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds. Clean room and close to everything needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Unfortunately the pool wasn’t available on our first day and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The value and amenities were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the perfect place to stay while in Banff. Location was great, walk to all the shops and restaurants, right in the river with views of the mountains. Guests also receive discounted Ski Big 3 lift tickets which was a great surprise. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the River view suite and felt like we were home away from home. We'll be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and room comfortable. We loved being right by the beautiful river!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bibin Varghese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time in the hotel, staffs were fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was kept spotless throughout our stay. The staff were always courteous and helpfull. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. The view was amazing. Close to everything. I loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean bedroom & bathroom. Love our room with a nice view of Bow river. Venue is so close to everything you need... food, shopping, transit & attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super friendly and helpful, room was very clean and comfortable. Close to all bars and restaurants, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great about my stay. Clean and comfortable room. Convenient access to downtown Banff and the Roam transit. Shuttles for ski resorts just 150 m away. Staff was excellent and helpful. I’d stay here again. Bow River and Bow River Trail right behind hotel.
View from Room
Bow River
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great access to amenities at an affordable price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were courteous and friendly. Room was comfortable and properly stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, Staff was very helpful and fast. Underground parking was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fairly basic room but good for a one or two night stay. Very clean and the bed was quite comfortable. The location is good. Free underground parking at their sister hotel is a nice feature. All amenities are provided at the sister hotel across the parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026