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The Elk & Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, steps from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

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Standard Loft | 1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast area
Lobby
The Elk & Avenue Hotel in Banff offers a warm retreat with on-site shopping and a coffee shop. Relax in the sauna or spa tub after exploring, then dine at Farm & Fire. Its central location, convenient parking, and helpful staff make it ideal for mountain adventures.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Loft | 1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Loft

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(132 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(118 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1B1

What's nearby

  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Banff Gondola - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 6 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Magpie & Stump - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Restaurant & Lobby Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Elk & Avenue Hotel

Hotel near Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
Located close to Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Tunnel Mountain, The Elk & Avenue Hotel provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Farm & Fire, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services, a banquet hall, and a porter/bellhop
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, convenient parking, and central location
Room features
All 162 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and composting
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 37-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Farm & Fire
  • Good Earth

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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 accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 24 lbs per pet)
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
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: CAD 2 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, 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
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Banff International
Elk Avenue Hotel Banff
Hotel Banff International
Elk Avenue Hotel
Elk Avenue Banff
The Elk Avenue Hotel
The Elk Avenue Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Banff
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elk & Avenue Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Elk & Avenue Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 24 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Self parking is available for CAD 10 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Elk & Avenue Hotel located?

Located in Downtown District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are also within 2 mi (3 km). Banff Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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The Elk & Avenue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1090 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1709 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrycja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel , nice clean big rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room; good price; nice staff; excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERWEL

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ludovick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relax and cozy hotel with a variety of options to dine to nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable and the hotel has easy access to all downtown Banff walking. The attached coffee shop was an added delicious bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ha

Nice hotel, very good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marie Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Restaurant was excellent- pizza was amazing! Very close to all the shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, especially the location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very much! Loved their was a coffee shop attached to the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BAO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best sleeping night in our Alberta 5 day trip in this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in a wonderful location in Banff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the staff was very accommodating to a late checkout and we got free parking!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good coffee shop and buses.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location, lobby and common areas are really nice, rooms are a bit dated but still comfortable and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the hotel , as the staff was super friendly and hotel was clean and the atmosphere was superb . I really enjoyed walking to the stores as the location of the hotel is great and all restaurants nearby .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

10/10 Excellent

Teshy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sylwia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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