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HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Located in Tunnel Mountain District, HI Banff Alpine Centre offers a welcoming retreat. Enjoy breakfast with garden views at Cougar Pete's restaurant. Relax on the sunny terrace, and stay entertained with the hostel's foosball table and high-speed WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Male Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Design Shared Dormitory

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, shared washroom

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Design Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Room

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, private washroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, a neighborhood in Banff, HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel is in the mountains and in a national park. Canadian Ski Museum West and Banff Park Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Banff Gondola and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre. Victoria Glacier and Cross Zee Ranch are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and sledding.
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Map
801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB, T1L1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 6 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Investments Ltd - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬5 min drive

About this property

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Hostel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel. The on-site restaurant, Cougar Pete's, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A billiards/pool table, books, and ATM/banking services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a foosball table, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 54 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cougar Pete's
  • The Storm Cellar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Alpine Centre Hostel
HI-Banff Alpine Centre
HI-Banff Alpine Centre Hostel
Hi-Banff Alpine Centre Hotel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre
HI Banff Alpine Centre
Hi Banff Alpine Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel located?

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Surprise Corner and Bow River. Victoria Glacier and Tunnel Mountain Trail are also within 1 mi (2 km). Banff Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 515 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 515 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 515 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 515 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 515 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kritsakorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stuffs and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic option for staying in the area. Best hostel I've been in. Staff are all really nice and helpful and the fact that there is a cafe and a bar on the property is awesome..they actively have events most nights and the cafe has great coffee and the food I had was a god price and tasted great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc-Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and all services are available on site.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Caity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs were great and so were onsite amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinoth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place for solo travel. Place is safe and near to Banff town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great food options and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jianpeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rania

The staff is friendly and the hostel is nice !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hostel with a lot of activities. Located direct in the Mountain Tunnel. You geht a free Busticket for the hole Time. The Cafe offers great Brankfast/lunch and Dinner till 9 pm. Here You get a real montain feeling.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant Stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of wildlife to view on the property since it's a bit further out from the town. Right by the bus stop and free bus passes which were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YEOJIN

Liked: Amenities
The staff are all very friendly, but the prices are expensive compared to the facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a stop as you consider what to explore in the Banff area, consider the Hi Banff as your ground zero. Friendly, multi-cultural staff go out of their way to make sure everyone is accepted and comfortable. Great cafe on site and all sorts of options for day trips in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

navpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay in banff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most reasonable prices in the area. Clean and well taken care of facilitys
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Staff & service
Had a marvelous sleep sharing a room with 5 other women. I was amazed!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great alternative to hotel properties. Very appropriate and comfortable for the price point. Everything you need is here to allow you to explore.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the vibes
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Prasanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good. It’s cheaper and better if you’re a travelling on budget with your friends or solo. The parking space is very limited though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Domingo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very expensive and not a nice place to check in, Staff is not nicely, Parking is full Room is sharing with other person Temperature of room is hot theres only one electric fan.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Amenities
This is a hostel. I can't expect anything. This is my first time and will be my last time staying in hostel. Not hard feelings, This is just not my cup of tea.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise in the Rockies

One of the best hostels I've been to. Hands down!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved to stay here. One suggestion: paper towel in the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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