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Canalta Lodge

3.5 star property
Mountain ski retreat with 2 hot tubs and restaurant

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Courtyard
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Cafe
Located in Uptown District, Canalta Lodge offers breakfast, mountain views from the terrace, and a cozy firepit for evening relaxation. Guests can use WiFi, borrow bikes to explore, or soak in one of two spa tubs after a day at nearby Banff National Park Information Centre.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
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TV
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Private bathroom
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Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Uptown District, a neighborhood in Banff, Canalta Lodge is in the mountains and in a national park. While the natural beauty of Upper Hot Springs and Banff National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Banff Gondola. Victoria Glacier and Banff Park Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding.
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Map
545 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1B5

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 20 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Canalta Lodge

Hotel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit at Canalta Lodge. Hit the slopes at this hotel offering a free ski shuttle, ski passes, and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 112 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (CAD 19.95 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 19.95 per day (in/out privileges)
  • 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 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 and cash
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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Spruce Grove Banff
Canalta Lodge Banff
Spruce Grove Inn Banff
Spruce Grove Hotel Banff
Canalta Lodge
Canalta Banff
The Canalta Lodge
Canalta Lodge Hotel
Canalta Lodge Banff
Canalta Lodge Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is Canalta Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Canalta Lodge?

Self parking is available for CAD 19.95 per day.

What time is check-in at Canalta Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Canalta Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Canalta Lodge located?

Located near the slopes, this Uptown District hotel is in the mountains and within 1 mi (2 km) of Victoria Glacier, Banff National Park Information Centre, and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Banff Gondola is 3 mi (4.9 km) away. Banff Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Canalta Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1024 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1406 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and such a cute hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sajin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff, clean rooms, plenty of street parking, and a decent complimentary breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Excellent stay, room, breakfast and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with friendly staff, very clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and room is always clean! My favourite hotel to stay when in banff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, always helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Completely met all our needs during our stay! Close enough to walk into town or cheap transit on Roam transit system
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with good breakfast every morning. We really enjoyed our stay and found this property convenient to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly lodge style atmosphere. Clean and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyoung Hae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the sauna and pool, and roasting marshmallows over a wood fire was so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room, large and spacious. Hot tub was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Front desk staff were outstanding with helping us navigate Banff and book excursions. Hot tubs were such a great bonus after a long day of hiking. Very walkable to downtown Banff. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in Banff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. The hot tub and sauna area is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Cozy rooms. Loved the hot tub. Staff friendly and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

thi ha my

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemmimah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will visit Banff again and I will definitely be back at Canalta Lodge! The service was impeccable and the amenities were just right! It was a wonderful family friendly hotel and I had everything I needed and more! They’ve thought about it all and they have you covered!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daiva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, convenient location. Beautiful grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great spot to stay while in Banff. It’s a short work to the shopping and dining options. They have 2 great hot tubs and a cold plunge. The best part was free smores from 4-7!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My absolute favorite hotel in Banff. So cozy, clean, and a great location. The staff is so nice, the spa is lovely and the breakfast is delicious. I go back every year! Already can’t wait for my next visit to the Canalta! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous area. Lodge was everything we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Canalta lodge was great !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing Love the a Happy Camper area Bartenders were so friendly Love the back, so fun they had a smore’s bar We sat by the fire and roasted marshmallows
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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