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Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Surprise Corner

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Nestled near Banff National Park Information Centre, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers a cozy retreat with a coffee shop and fireplace in the lobby. Unwind at the spa tub or visit The Prow for happy hour. With free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and helpful staff that guests rave about.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self-parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Living room
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Surprise Corner - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive
  • Banff Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

At Buffalo Mountain Lodge, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Banff National Park Information Centre and Surprise Corner. After visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Banff Legacy Trail and Tunnel Mountain are a short five-minute drive away. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3983 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in reception
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

The Prow – On-site restaurant. Happy hour is offered.
Buffalo Mountain Cafe – On-site café. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 20 to 40 per person

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Buffalo Mountain Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Hotel Banff
Buffulo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Buffalo Mountain Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Buffalo Mountain Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities such as cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing, and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness centre and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Prow.

What's the area around Buffalo Mountain Lodge like?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is a short 3-minute walk from Surprise Corner and 9 minutes' walk from Bow River. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Buffalo Mountain Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hot tub was a highlight, with many guests praising its size, jets, and scenic surroundings. (128 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight, described as spacious, clean, and a favourite by many guests. (35 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served excellent cuisine with a relaxing atmosphere and provided top-notch customer service. (31 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay.
Pauline Anna, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless, the hot tub is awesome, the fireplace is a nice touch, and the setting it spectacular!!
Karl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room , great food
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent accommodations, food and service!
Kristina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The prow was unreal for both Valentines dinner (Bison tenderloin, WOW!) and breakfast. Rooms are clean, renovated and hot-tub is outstanding.
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was perfect! Great fireplace and balcony with a mountain view. Washroom was updated with massive soaker tub. Really enjoyed my stay!
samantha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The overall atmosphere was very cozy. The wood burning fire place and hot tub were awesome too
Jeremy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Food was amazing!
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly but professional staff. Great facilities, fun hot tub and lovely food.
Catherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The whole hotel was clean and comfortable, we especially enjoyed the hot tub area with showers and locker rooms located in the gym area.
Claire, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff helpful and friendly and room was excellent.
Brent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, nice quiet rooms and comfortable beds!
Ian Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing rooms, kind and friendly staff
gretty, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was great for us, we loved the outdoor hot tub and the fireplace in our room.
Alysia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, wonderful fireplace, awesome outdoor hot tub. Parking is a little bit cramped. Overall a great experience.
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and very helpful staff, clean rooms, lots of parking.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great, the place was cozy, and the location is perfect.
Jason, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and good service from the check in
Emanuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing. Enjoyed the fireplace so much. The clawfoot soaker tub was glorious. The hot tub was lovley and big lots of room. Will definitely be booking here agai in the future. Great place in Banff
Taylor, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the stay
Mohammed Murtaza Uddin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A quintessential mountain lodge complete with wood burning fireplace (logs included), hot tub and very good on site restaurant and lounge. Great quiet location on Tunnel Mountain but still within walking distance to the town. Friendly staff as well.
marianne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautilf grounds and room, staff was friendly.
Jamie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel and great service. Will be back!
Olimpia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My family and I loved this place ! It was cozy and exactly what we were looking for ! Would definitely stay again
Carson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very accommodating and always had us restocked on everything.
Austin, 4-night trip