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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
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Terrace/patio
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

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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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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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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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

View all photos for Royal Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

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

View all photos for Grand Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

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

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 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

About the neighborhood

Located in Johnston Canyon, Johnston Canyon Lodge and Bungalows is near a train station and on the riverwalk. Johnston Canyon and Sunshine Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ink Pots Hiking Trail and Kootenay National Park. Banff National Park and Sunshine Meadows are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain biking nearby.
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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 - 31 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Sunshine Village - 38 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Banff Gondola - 38 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪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 cycling and ecotours 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 gas 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

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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