Where To Stay
Looking for the best Banff Accommodation?
If you’re planning a trip to the Canadian Rockies you’re going to need to eventually sort out a place to stay. There are many Banff accommodation options for a small mountain town in Alberta. There is a hotel, lodge, cabin, hostel, or campsite that likely suits any traveler’s needs.
Banff sure has quite a few amazing places to stay. However it’s not just Banff, but all the other mountain towns in Alberta too. From Jasper to Canmore, we’ll help you sort through the best hotels, cabins, and guesthouses in the Rockies. You can use this page as a guide to help you with the booking process in order to secure a great Banff accommodation option.
Banff Accommodation and Lodging Options
There are a few different Banff accommodation options you can choose from on your trip to the Canadian Rockies. Below, we break down the different options you can choose from for your trip.
Hotels
A traditional hotel provides easy access to all the town amenities and is typically the most affordable option besides camping.
Cabins & Cottages
Due to strict land use laws, few cabins are available for rent, but the existing ones are certainly memorable places to stay.
Luxury Stays
If budget is not an issue, there are some unforgettable hotels in the Canadian Rockies.
Guesthouses
In all mountain towns, strict zoning laws limit short-term rentals. However, there are still some gems.
Camping
Of course, you’re visiting the best outdoor region in the world. There are plenty of campsites in Alberta to enjoy in the summer in all the parks.
Where To Stay In Banff
Most Banff hotels are located in the town center/Downtown Banff, with the prime location being on Banff Ave, as there are strict operating laws in Canadian National Parks. However, there are a few spread out across Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, in the Lake Louise Area, and beyond.
The Banff hotels that are not found right in the town center are often the more luxurious, unique, and sought-after properties meaning they’ll fetch a higher price tag. There are a few other cabin options and Banff chalets on the Bow Valley Parkway. We recommend most first time visitors book their accommodation in Banff.
Hotels in Banff
Airbnbs in Banff
Campgrounds in Banff
Canmore Accommodations
Canmore is the town right next to Banff and offers direct access to the mountains and is just as beautiful as Banff. Because it doesn’t have quite the same name as Banff, it is slightly more affordable to stay in Canmore.
Airbnbs in Canmore
Jasper National Park Accommodations
Jasper National Park is larger than Banff in size, but there are fewer accommodation options in Jasper than in Banff. There are some charming cabins in Jasper, as well as a few Airbnbs, but most of the guesthouses are basement-level suites due to regulations.
Airbnbs in Jasper
Camping in Jasper
Lake Louise Accommodations
Lake Louise is still in Banff National Park, but it’s the only other area of the park besides the Town of Banff that has a number of accommodation options. Hotels in Lake Louise are mainly centered around the lake area itself. Also noted in this section is Yoho National Park, as it is nearby.
Cabins in Lake Louise
Camping in Lake Louise
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