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Bow River Inn

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Bow River Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(81 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a lamp.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 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

  • A river with two boats, surrounded by lush greenery and houses in the background.
    Bow River
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A sign for the University of Calgary, a grassy area, trees, and a bus in the background.
    University of Calgary
    32 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • A cityscape with modern buildings and a park area with people.
    Calgary Zoo
    38 min drive - 34.2 miles
  • A stadium with a distinctive roof and the words "Scotiabank Saddledome" on it.
    Scotiabank Saddledome
    40 min drive - 33.1 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
  • Cumbrian Arms
    6 min walk
  • Phil's Restaurant
    20 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    3 min walk

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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: 11:00 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 10 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: 11:00 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

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1048 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, lots of parking, would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yehor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's nice and clean and the staff is really welcoming and can help you with whatever difficulties you might have overall really good for stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was just what we needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and the rooms were beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Jonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good reasonably priced motel in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a good property to stay. We were only there for 1 night and had no problems at all with the room or the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and affordable. Will be going back whenever traveling to the Canmore/Banff area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, the backside is open to a big park. Exactly what I look for on bike trips, safe parking and walkable distance to restaurants and the liquor store. Nice clean updated rooms. I will definitely stay there again if I’m ever going through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Virgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything we needed. It was clean and quiet and the price was very fair. I would go back again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were excellent. Very friendly and helpful. The rooms were very clean and spacious for 3 of us. We have stayed here twice and will return again when in the area. Quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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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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10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We greatly enjoyed the free upgrade to the “family suite”. 2 bedrooms with queen beds, full kitchen and queen bed in living area. Reclining couch, 2 tables with chairs, such a wonderful room to relax in! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay. Comfortable, clean, and reasoably priced. Will stay thete again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

chaminda

Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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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8/10 Good

Jim

The room was clean and nicely renovated. Staff was welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, and the bed was sufficient. Nothing fancy. Could use a little TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

anne sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate that our room was cleaned daily, with fresh towels and toiletries replenished. The exterior was also well maintained. A great choice for families with kids since the entire property is non-smoking. If you’re planning to visit Banff, Canmore, and Calgary and want to save on accommodations, this is a convenient base. It’s about 30-minute drive to Calgary and around an hour to Banff and Canmore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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
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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
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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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Tegan-

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