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A Bear and Bison Inn

3.5 star property
Family-friendly inn with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Bear and Bison Inn in Canmore Caverns offers a full breakfast, spa tub, and nearby Silvertip Golf Course and Cross Zee Ranch. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, an arcade/game room, and outdoor furniture for relaxation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Honeymoon King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Honeymoon King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Travellers Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Honeymoon Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Travellers King Room

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Chalet | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, fireplace

Luxury Chalet

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 465 sq m
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
705 Benchlands Trail, Canmore, AB, T1W 3G9

What's nearby

  • Canmore Caverns - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Canmore Golf and Curling Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Stewart Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Silvertip Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Grassi Lakes - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 65 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridgette Bar Canmore - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beamer’s Coffee Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blake - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive

About this property

A Bear and Bison Inn

Family-friendly inn near Canmore Caverns
Located close to Silvertip Golf Course and Cross Zee Ranch, A Bear and Bison Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Jetted tubs, rainfall showers, and designer toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 39.95
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 39.95
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: CAD 39.95 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 39.95 (subject to availability)

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, debit 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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

A Bear and Bison Inn Inn
A Bear and Bison Inn Canmore
A Bear and Bison Inn Inn Canmore

Frequently asked questions

Is A Bear and Bison Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at A Bear and Bison Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at A Bear and Bison Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of CAD 39.95 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at A Bear and Bison Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 39.95 (subject to availability).

Where is A Bear and Bison Inn located?

This family-friendly Canmore inn is located in a provincial park, within 2 mi (3 km) of Canmore Caverns, Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, and Silvertip Golf Course. Cross Zee Ranch and Canmore Golf and Curling Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

A Bear and Bison Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing here! The staff was wonderful, breakfasts were delicious and French press coffee!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic day for the last night of our honeymoon. The property was beautiful. The room gorgeous. Yet cozy. And breakfast was delicious. A delightful treat to end our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice room and the breakfast is great. Plus breakfast is delivered right at the door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was absolutely delicious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

CHRISTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I like most of it but Got the romance package, rose petals were not petals or rose, and what it looked like a jacuzzi in the room as they advertised in the pictures, was really a tub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Squaq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really love it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the friendly staff, clean place and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

corie

Great stay

Awesome little inn. The breakfast was great!! The room we stayed in was cute and clean. We felt very attended to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

EFRAIM

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

Wonderful stay couldn’t expect better!

Great food by the chef and manager Lonny! Excellent service and optimal experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is so quiet and quaint. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful, rooms are beautiful and overall was one of our best stays! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here! Staff was fantastic and Inn was lovely. Only regret is not purchasing bags of their homemade granola to bring home!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
We loved the yummy breakfasts served right to our room. The bed was really comfortable and the room was very clean. Very friendly staff. Enjoyed the hot tub and the mountain view. Would definitely come again. Suggestion’s would be a higher toilet ( easier for older people) and a bigger TV with a movie channel or access to ordering a movie. Other than that it was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Cale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience was absolutely terrific! We will definitely be stopping by again. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating- The food was also very excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duverney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yufen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionists are very friendly and helpful. Their breakfast is very delicious and it was delivered to the room, so we can enjoy the breakfast with a view! Will visit again next time we are in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice and accommodating but priced on the high side. Carpet in room could be cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk people were really friendly and polite. We were able to enjoy our stay with no issues or noise. The view was amazing to look at in the morning especially with our room service breakfast which was included with stay. I definitely will stay there the next time I’m in Banff! Thank you so much for you kind costumer service. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a beautiful location and the outside looks like a perfect romantic retreat. In saying that for the price we paid we were expecting a bit more. The rooms and furniture were tired looking and really need a makeover. On a very positive side the complimentary breakfast brought to the room was extremely yummy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

A wonderful retreat with spectacular views

What a great place to stay! Views are spectacular in this quaint little Inn - we woke up to an absolutely amazing sunrise over the three sisters - visible right from our bed. The staff was very friendly, and pointed us to a nice restaurant next door for dinner (beyond that restaurant, you'll need to drive into town for food). Breakfast, included with the room, was one of the better breakfasts I've had at any sort of hotel; and it was delivered to our door at a predetermined time. We stayed in the Honeymoon suite which has a hot tub in the room. Something I didn't realize is that the hot tub is also the shower - which is a little weird... So you're showering right in the room. There is a shower curtain, but it's just one step away from the bed. Not necessarily a bad thing, but was a little unusual. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Offers complimentary breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cozy and clean. The breakfast each morning was great! Great views of the mountains and close drive to Canmore!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price for what we had, paying more to get a jaquizzi tub and wanting to use the hottub to find out both are not to be used after the hours of 9pm. Ridiculous! You should be able to use to 1030pm or 11pm. No wonders both do not get used.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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