6/10 Good
The beds are comfortable. Convenient location.
Gabriel
Gabriel, 1-night trip
Banff International Hostel
City centre hostel in Banff
Experience mountain living at Banff International Hostel, where nature meets entertainment. Unwind in the arcade/game room, enjoy a continental breakfast or connect to WiFi from the comfort of your own space. Helpful staff and tour/ticket assistance make this hostel perfect for planning adventures.
Good
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry facilities
- 24/7 front desk
- Child-friendly activities
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ski passes
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
- Arcade/games room
- Computer station
- ATM/banking services
- Vending machine
- Microwave in a common area
- Fridge in a common area
- Self-serve laundry
- Barbecue grills
Feel at home (6)
- Kitchenette
- Terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Arcade/games room
- BBQ(s)
£81
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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Quadruple Room, Ensuite
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- Sleeps 4
- 2 Single Bunk Beds
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- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bed in a 6-9 co-ed dorm room
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- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed
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- Sleeps 1
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Economy Studio Suite
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- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area
449 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A6
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Banff International Hostel
When you stay at Banff International Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and Upper Hot Springs. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and cross-country skiing, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, this hostel is within a short drive of Banff Gondola.
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Banff International Hostel Reviews
Good
7.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.4
Eco-friendliness
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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RoomService staffKitchenBreakfastBreakfastWeatherLocation10/10 Exceptional
The cleanest hostel I have been to so far. I had the 4 female hostel room, everyone was respect and quiet during night hour. Bathroom and sink area clean. Good location
Emelda
Emelda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great value for the price, and the location was super convenient. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone traveling on a budget
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly and cooperative staff. Greet with smile and help in smooth check in
Muhammad Nadeem
Muhammad Nadeem, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Place was comfortable but had to adjust for parking. Overall experience was good.
Kalpesh
Kalpesh, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
The hostel was clean and the area was safe. There were a lot of outlets for plug-ins. The water in the shower was soothing and warm.
Anik
Anik, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
great location and close to everything
Brad
Brad, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
It was a decent stay, but the room felt like a bit too warmer than we’d expect, and the only way to cool a bit is to use the table-top fan they gave for each bed, which wasn’t enough.
I arrived past the checkin time, at around 1.45am and they checked me in without any issues. Also the checkout was pretty seamless - i gave my parking pass and room key, and that was it.
NIKHIL CHAKRAVARTHY
NIKHIL CHAKRAVARTHY, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop
Jun
Jun, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This was an excellent headquarters for launching my excursions around Banff. The staff delivered superior service when I requested a change of room. The rooms were clean and orderly with every amenity I could want. The premises were also clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. The kitchen had every appliance, pots, pans, stoves, utensils, everything anyone could want. It was clean and easy to use. There was a laundry which I used gratefully. Altogether, this was much better than staying in a hotel.
Deborah
Deborah, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very good staff, friendly and helpful, cool atmosphere
Néstor
Néstor, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
the customer service is excellent.
MOE
MOE, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 bedroom Hostel with an included shower and bathroom in the room, a hard find. All amenities were clean, they provide basic breakfast downstairs in the morning and were helpful talking about activities in the area
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Property is hostel standard, clean and functional. But $400 for a 4 person/ bunkbed room in september is too exprnsive. The new banff ! Little kitchen with cute eating area.
AINGEAL
AINGEAL, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
I thought it quite and relaxing
joel
joel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent service
Mehul
Mehul, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Other budget options better
Good location - 15 min walk to downtown. Rooms small but great to have a bathroom in the suite. Think I preferred the Hi-Alpine hostel. However - Staff were friendly. Good wifi. Being old, I was hoping for a lower bunk. Apparently the other person said she “had” to have a bottom bunk… person in her early 20s stuff strewn around the room. If you’re in the top bunk there is no where to sit in the room. Nice space outside to sit and in reception space. Great to have supplied for breakfast provided. Tip - wash every dish before use. Pack ear plugs - there was a heavy snorer in the room and people coming and going unable to stop the door from crashing shut.
Sue
Sue, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
The room was not cleaned as i cam see lot of dust on the i side doormat. The place looks like a rundown place. The only plus point is the location. Proximity to downtown banff and the dining options
kiran
kiran, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Bathroom, and refrigerator in unit are convenience.
Locker size is small.
PAJHONGJIT
PAJHONGJIT, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
There’s no ac and the room was hot. You couldn’t open all two windows- one for safety reasons and the other was the road noise. Able to open the small window in the bathroom but wasn’t able to cool off the room. I had issues sleeping due to heat - kept waking up. Lots to do around the hostel from shopping dining and entertainment. Buses are within walking distance. Comfortable bed and privacy curtains.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Very very hot that I couldn’t sleep many nights in a row !! Not very clean! Bed sheets were dirty! But also other people didn’t much care about cleanness as they would through their hair in sink causing blockage. The staff and manager were good and attentive! But overall I had an uncomfortable stay.
Vida
Vida, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room. Easy check in/out. Friendly staff
Sergio
Sergio, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Good location
Yuliya
Yuliya, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great affordable option for multi days with family of four.
Frank
Frank, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good amenities - good location
Comfy beds!
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
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