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Bow River Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful riverside accommodations with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi, plus the convenience of free parking and an EV charging station

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The Bow River Inn, along its namesake waterway, offers a quiet retreat with practical amenities. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and convenient location for exploring nearby attractions. The property provides free self-parking with an electric car charging station.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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  • Sleeps 3
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Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cochrane is home to Bow River Inn. The Links of Glen Eagles and Lynx Ridge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Calaway Park and Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre. Visit our Cochrane travel guide
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3 West Side Drive, Cochrane, AB, T4C 1M1

What's nearby

  • Bow River
    Bow River
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Calgary Zoo
    Calgary Zoo
    38 min drive - 34.0 miles
  • Fireworks Over City Skyline in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
    Stampede Park
    41 min drive - 33.1 miles
  • Studio West Bronze Foundry and Art Gallery
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cochrane Arena
    6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Calgary University Station
    25 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Phil's Restaurant
    20 min walk
  • Cumbrian Arms
    6 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 12 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 200 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Property Registration Number 0002072

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Bow River Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bow River Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bow River Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Bow River Inn located?

Situated in Cochrane, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bow River, Cochrane Arena, and Studio West Bronze Foundry and Art Gallery. Heartland Boulevard Garden and Sunset Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bow River Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1014 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Jim

The room was clean and nicely renovated. Staff was welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Milan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, motel was clean and in decent condition
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location! You can walk behind motel to trails by the river. There are several fast food places a block away. Motel is modest and clean, even had a kitchenette.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Room very nice and clean. Appreciated the fact that the TV had the channels we like. We will stay there agin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location to walk out your door to a nice evening stroll around a lake:) Clean room, comfy bed and friendly staff👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in , clean room , comfy bed , and was very Quiet !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room fronted on a nice quiet green space. Very quiet!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Immaculate very affordable and very comfortable. Great hair dryer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tegan-

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurén

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and accommodating, parking was easy and the rooms are very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kadie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place want the same room back in a few weeks!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rye-Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice place to stay the staff was Excellent and that shower was just wow!!! I wish I had that kinda pressure at home, this place is definitely on the try and fine a reason stay here list
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious, clean, and quiet. Need better bath towels as they are too thin and small. Mattress in room #128 has almost no support, a terrible sag in it and requires replacing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet room. Ample parking. Friendly front desk staff. Smooth check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the 4th time that my husband and I stayed at the Bow River Inn. This alone should show that we very much impressed with the accomodations. Our room was clean and well appointed making our stays extremely comfortable and enjoyable. The pricing is more than comparable and we have often found the Bow River Inn to have better than the competitors pricing. We would definitely reccommend the Bow River Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the beds very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, simple check in and check out!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a budget friendly and clean stay. This is a great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable and quiet. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara and Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Beds were very comfortable. They were very friendly when we checked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and decent basic motel. Some better body wash and shampoo would be appreciated by weary travellers but overall very comfortable for a motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and warm we had a great room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025