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Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows

2.5 star property
Riverwalk resort with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Honeymoon Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows, steps from Ink Pots Hiking Trail, offers a peaceful base camp with a coffee shop, designer stores, and BlackSwift Bistro. Guests can hike nearby trails or relax in the garden by the fireplace, with WiFi. Staff receives positive reviews.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cabin, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grand Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Grand Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Honeymoon Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Mini-fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Hwy 1A, Box 875, 25km west of Banff, Johnston Canyon, AB, T1L1A9

What's nearby

  • Johnston Canyon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Banff National Park - 20 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 32 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • Sunshine Village - 39 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Banff Gondola - 39 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 26 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blackswift Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bridges Dining Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bridges Resturant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows

Resort near Johnston Canyon
Located close to Ink Pots Hiking Trail, Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows provides a terrace, designer stores on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and bicycling at this resort. The on-site restaurant, BlackSwift Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an outdoor tennis court
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and separate dining areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Private yards, separate dining areas, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 5 to 35 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • BlackSwift Bistro
  • Johnston Canyon Market Ca

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Designer stores
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 10 and May 19.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 5 to 35 per person
  • 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, 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
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

Property is also known as

Johnston Canyon Resort
Johnston Canyon Resort
Johnston Canyon And Bungalows
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Resort
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Resort Johnston Canyon

Frequently asked questions

Is Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this resort is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Johnston Canyon and within 12 mi (20 km) of Ink Pots Hiking Trail and Kootenay National Park. Banff National Park and Sunshine Village are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 536 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 536 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 536 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 536 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 536 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience in the woods. Excellent staff and restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalow was wonderful. The bed extremely comfortable. The room was clean and staff very friendly! I'd stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

brenda c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed warmly and all services are amazing. This is old fashioned hospitality to a tee
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property next to hiking trails and water falls. Nice restaurant, friendly staff. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Amenities
When we had an issue with our room, the staff was very quick in making it right. Very clean, spacious, and private. A real fireplace and an electric "wood burning stove" were nice touches to make it homey, while also providing a fan in case we got hot. Claw foot tub and a shower in a huge bathroom were super nice as well! The restaurant and coffee shop were both great, and it was super convenient for hiking to the Upper and Lower Falls. We love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely favorite cabin in our week long trip to various places!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the cabin and area, restaurant was good! Only complaint was a slight musty sewer smell one evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was perfect for our 2 night stay. We loved the front porch and the cute convenient restaurant and coffee shop. Perfect location for a quick hike in Johnston canyon
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was sparkly clean, the front desk staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and the location couldn’t be any better. The most personal touch was that they left a welcoming note and a bottle of wine on the dining table before our arrival. We loved the experience and looking forward to going back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cottage was clean and comfortable. The area was beautiful. We enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay again and recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice place to stay with access to hikes. Restaurant was convenient but pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location walk to Johnston Canyon. I didn't like that our cabin had a light smell; no very pleasant to be honest. But over all it's a great place. We use the outdoor BBQ very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENT DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was very comfortable. Kitchen has dish ware and basic cookware. We enjoyed the fireplace and electric heater. The cabin area was very quiet even with all the tourists on the trail. We really enjoyed our stay.
Tough hole to the ink pots but so worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Disliked: Amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a very old rustic property. They do try to make it clean and comfortable. There is not much of a TV signal so they offer free DVD movies in the lobby. The small bottle of wine in the room was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute cabins. Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheldon

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

Mountain getaway

We arrived to friendly staff to greet us and upon checking in we received a upgraded cabin. Everything was above expectations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to have a great hiking spot so close to our cabin. We rented e-bikes from them that went really smooth. Quiet, safe feeling property. A bit far between towns. But there’s a small gas station close by. Cabin was cute and a great size for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded in a maze of what appears to be old but updated clean cabins. Quite small but quaint. A nice front porch with two Adirondack chairs to enjoy your evening or morning coffee. Bathroom was teeny and sink had no where to keep my items for getting ready “like face wash, makeup, hair styling tools. No bedside table for c-pop and water I like handy during the night. I used a suitcase to hold those items. There was a little room fridge. Tv but couldn’t get it to work. I paid more to stay here than any other place my whole trip and expected a bit more. BUT, if you are longing to stay in a cabin in the woods by Johnston Canyon it would be perfect! I especially liked that we were at Johnston Canyon so parking wasn’t an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! The only feedback I would offer is that in the honeymoon cabin (carriage house??), there wasn't anywhere to put your toiletries bags etc. in the washroom. Similarly could have used one more spot for a suitcase to sit, so that it didn't have to be on the floor. Otherwise it was all awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAN FEI CALVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the little cabin, it was very comfortable and the restaurant was great. The food was delicious. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cabins with great amenities in an amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jayne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just know this lodge is old and dated. The ceilings are very low, the beds are small, the WiFi doesn’t work. The resources and amenities are very limited. The staff of the restaurant and snack shop were uncaring and bothered. They were out of everything at the snack shop. It was raining and with no paved parking or walk ways, we were in the slippery mud. Overpriced for what it is!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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