Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is available on-site and is free. However, it is limited.

Is breakfast offered at the hostel?

Yes, complimentary breakfast is provided. The specific type and serving hours are not detailed.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property includes features such as step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, although specific details on rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to local attractions?

The hostel is located in the heart of Banff, within a 15-minute walk of key attractions such as the Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. It is approximately 0.7 miles from the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 11.9 miles from Banff National Park.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Banff International Hostel - Affordable Stay in Banff

Average nightly price at Banff International Hostel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$86
February	$86
March	$79
April	$85
May	$141
June	$281
July	$345
August	$312
September	$151
October	$92
November	$85
December	$100

What guests think

Banff International Hostel suits budget-minded travelers with a walkable location and social vibe, but reviews highlight mixed cleanliness, basic self-serve breakfast, limited parking, and rooms that can run hot without air conditioning and suffer from noise.

Many guests praise friendly, helpful staff, though a few report poor interactions or issues like unexpected room entry. Ensuite bathrooms, a shared kitchen, and laundry are convenient, but the kitchen can feel small or chaotic at busy times. Expect a basic, budget stay with simple amenities.

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Facilities

Shared kitchen, laundry, and social common areas are handy, but parking is limited or tricky (staff sometimes arrange alternatives), lockers are small, and a liquor store is onsite. Some note issues like no filtered water or a worn water boiler.

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Christina

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great where it was very walkable to all the shops and restaurants in the area. Stayed in the private room -- meant for 4 people, only 1 chair for sitting, would have been nice if there was at least 2 chairs, since it's not really an option to be sitting on the bunk beds to be doing things properly. The beds were too soft. Parking is tricky, but check with the staff to get assistance with finding a spot. Location was great where it was very walkable to all the shops and restaurants.

10

SHYLESH

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Overall, it was greate 1) Clean room 2) nice scenic view 3) it was fantastic to have breakfast options where its either cereal, pancakes, or toast+spread. Else cook your own using ingredients 4) laundry availability 5) quick service from staff 6) bear spray stock

6

Judith

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No parking when we arrived at the Hostel, which is opposite what they advertised in the website.

8

Jennifer

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very helpful and arranged alternate parking for me when their lot was full.

6

Sophie

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If u like hostels, this is just as u would expect one (: Good price, clean and nice staff. Breakfast was okay, the kitchen small, so when it’s busy a little bit tricky. Everything is walkable, public transportation right in front of the door. The bed is loud when u turn and the mattress just okay comfortable but completely fine for 2-3 nights in my opinion. Nice outdoor seating options + comfy heated lobby. I love that they have a liquor store!! Amazing single can options which is nice for solo traveling.

10

Kira

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hostel, staff helped me with finding a parking spot which I appreciated

8

Kris

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My first hostel stay and it won’t be the last! I lucked out with a clean room, great roommates and the location was perfect and walkable to shopping and restaurants. Liquor store onsite, decent variety of breakfast although I found the kitchen a little chaotic and confusion. Some signage would help! I’d definitely recommend this as an affordable place to stay while visiting Banff (hotels are outrageously priced, this was a fraction of the cost!)

8

Shek

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Have bathroom inside the dorm👍 However no filter water and the water boiler is in bad condition. Only can drink tap water☹️

8

PAJHONGJIT

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom, and refrigerator in unit are convenience. Locker size is small.

8

ADILSON TADEU

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was good. Only limited parking

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: several guests found rooms, bathrooms, and common areas very clean, while others reported dirty or smelly towels, dust, and generally unclean rooms or dishes. A few mentioned older toilets needing extra attention.

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Elvira

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Poor cleanliness. The towels are smelly, seems just washed them without detergents.

10

Glaide

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed was very comfy and bathroom spotlessly clean. Nice kitchen.

10

Daniel

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Located in a great area, 10 minute walk into town, the room was clean and friendly helpful staff

8

Jolene

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff were amazing and friendly. Rooms were very dirty and hot.

4

James

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The 3 days we were there, we had ONE breakfast because all they served was cereal & toasted bread. No protein or other nutritious options. The rooms were old and dirty. The towels were smelly. TV does not work. The heater was ON the entire time and we cannot control it. Worst place I ever stayed at

4

Alberto

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you book with anitcipation and having a big group who dont mind sleeping in a same room then its a very cheap. Otherwise stay away. You get what you pay for. Its not clean at all.

4

zheyan

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The room is not clean and the amenities are missing.

10

Emelda

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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

8

Anik

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Dan

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hostel is in a good location. Not too close to the hustle and bustle of Banff street but within easy walking distance of everything. The kitchen area is clean. The indoor and outdoor seating areas are very nice.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic, with many reports of heat and no air conditioning, plus occasional noise from other guests and limited sound insulation; bed comfort varies. Some rooms are small or sparsely furnished, and some have ensuite bathrooms and decent Wi‑Fi.

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Christina

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great where it was very walkable to all the shops and restaurants in the area. Stayed in the private room -- meant for 4 people, only 1 chair for sitting, would have been nice if there was at least 2 chairs, since it's not really an option to be sitting on the bunk beds to be doing things properly. The beds were too soft. Parking is tricky, but check with the staff to get assistance with finding a spot. Location was great where it was very walkable to all the shops and restaurants.

6

Kimberly

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

2

Yaislen

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We couldn’t sleep well overnight the guests upstairs were noisy all night. My daughter couldn’t sleep well

10

NIKHIL CHAKRAVARTHY

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

6

Sophie

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If u like hostels, this is just as u would expect one (: Good price, clean and nice staff. Breakfast was okay, the kitchen small, so when it’s busy a little bit tricky. Everything is walkable, public transportation right in front of the door. The bed is loud when u turn and the mattress just okay comfortable but completely fine for 2-3 nights in my opinion. Nice outdoor seating options + comfy heated lobby. I love that they have a liquor store!! Amazing single can options which is nice for solo traveling.

4

Vida

Jul 11, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

6

Barbara

Mar 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a private room with two bunk beds. The room was fine but extremely hot. The thermostat was turned off. There were signs on the windows not too open them. It felt suffocating.

6

Max

Mar 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No sound isolation, when people upstairs got up at 6am it was so loud we could not get back to sleep.

6

VIET

Dec 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beds are not comfortable.

6

Sue

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Service

Many guests highlight friendly, helpful staff and smooth late check-ins, but there are notable complaints about unhelpful interactions, billing or room-change issues, and one report of staff entering a private room at night. Staff often assist with parking logistics.

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filomena

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good and reasonale price. They have a simple Bf but filling. Staff are very nice. Also its quiet. close to downtown Banff which is good and walking distance to restaurants, cafe, IGA supermarket. I enjoyed my stay.

10

SHYLESH

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Overall, it was greate 1) Clean room 2) nice scenic view 3) it was fantastic to have breakfast options where its either cereal, pancakes, or toast+spread. Else cook your own using ingredients 4) laundry availability 5) quick service from staff 6) bear spray stock

6

Jenae

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My first check in with the aussie dude desk attendant and girl was awesome. His relief was impolite and when I asked to be switched from a dirty mixed room to a clean women’s there was an issue at first. Not really accommodating, and I’ve lived in some hostel dives in Australia. Wouldn’t stay again but the ppl I met were awesome and some of the workers are solid. Cheers!

10

Lara

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This is honestly a great place to stay for a few days, with a good breakfast spread and the friendliest staff ever, I loved interacting with them all and we laughed so much they really make the stay even better. We walked from the hostel to town every time and it is so close. I highly suggest this hostel :)

8

Jennifer

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very helpful and arranged alternate parking for me when their lot was full.

10

Deborah

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

4

Zhiyue

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Good location in general but service was not good.

10

NIKHIL CHAKRAVARTHY

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

2

Qinxue

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel staff opened the door of my private room at 2am and didn’t explain until I called the front desk. It was terrifying and unprofessional

2

Xuemeng

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is dirty and smelly. The attendents are tricky. Worst hotel I have been.

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Location

Walkable to Banff Avenue, restaurants, shops, buses, and nearby trails; several guests also felt the area was safe and reasonably quiet.

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Christina

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great where it was very walkable to all the shops and restaurants in the area. Stayed in the private room -- meant for 4 people, only 1 chair for sitting, would have been nice if there was at least 2 chairs, since it's not really an option to be sitting on the bunk beds to be doing things properly. The beds were too soft. Parking is tricky, but check with the staff to get assistance with finding a spot. Location was great where it was very walkable to all the shops and restaurants.

8

filomena

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good and reasonale price. They have a simple Bf but filling. Staff are very nice. Also its quiet. close to downtown Banff which is good and walking distance to restaurants, cafe, IGA supermarket. I enjoyed my stay.

10

Daniel

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Located in a great area, 10 minute walk into town, the room was clean and friendly helpful staff

8

Brad

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

great location and close to everything

8

Abhinand

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place is in exact Banff town. So everything is easily accessible.

6

Sophie

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If u like hostels, this is just as u would expect one (: Good price, clean and nice staff. Breakfast was okay, the kitchen small, so when it’s busy a little bit tricky. Everything is walkable, public transportation right in front of the door. The bed is loud when u turn and the mattress just okay comfortable but completely fine for 2-3 nights in my opinion. Nice outdoor seating options + comfy heated lobby. I love that they have a liquor store!! Amazing single can options which is nice for solo traveling.

8

Nadeem

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, quiets and beautiful neigbourhood. Lots of trail around.

8

Tsaiti

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

It’s located right on Banff Avenue and the kitchen is really convenient.

8

Jun

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Location is easy to access or walkable to bus stop

6

Sue

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Dining

Breakfast is basic self-serve (typically cereal, toast, and pancakes); some found it filling or adequate, while others felt it lacked variety or quality, and the kitchen can feel busy or chaotic.

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filomena

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good and reasonale price. They have a simple Bf but filling. Staff are very nice. Also its quiet. close to downtown Banff which is good and walking distance to restaurants, cafe, IGA supermarket. I enjoyed my stay.

10

SHYLESH

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Overall, it was greate 1) Clean room 2) nice scenic view 3) it was fantastic to have breakfast options where its either cereal, pancakes, or toast+spread. Else cook your own using ingredients 4) laundry availability 5) quick service from staff 6) bear spray stock

10

Lara

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This is honestly a great place to stay for a few days, with a good breakfast spread and the friendliest staff ever, I loved interacting with them all and we laughed so much they really make the stay even better. We walked from the hostel to town every time and it is so close. I highly suggest this hostel :)

6

Mary

Oct 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast is no good

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James

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The 3 days we were there, we had ONE breakfast because all they served was cereal & toasted bread. No protein or other nutritious options. The rooms were old and dirty. The towels were smelly. TV does not work. The heater was ON the entire time and we cannot control it. Worst place I ever stayed at

6

Sophie

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If u like hostels, this is just as u would expect one (: Good price, clean and nice staff. Breakfast was okay, the kitchen small, so when it’s busy a little bit tricky. Everything is walkable, public transportation right in front of the door. The bed is loud when u turn and the mattress just okay comfortable but completely fine for 2-3 nights in my opinion. Nice outdoor seating options + comfy heated lobby. I love that they have a liquor store!! Amazing single can options which is nice for solo traveling.

4

Kamal A

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I stayed for 2 nights and booked a room with double bunk beds. I paid just over 1000 dollars for a 2 night stays (hey it’s Banff!). The door to the bathroom made a loud noise whenever it was opened or closed as the edge of the door was rubbing on the floor each time. Also, dont fall for the free breakfast. They just have some cereals, bread and jam and its help yourself kinda place. Its basically a hostel and a place to crash. I would have been much happier at a motel but I knew what i was signing up for. Otherwise the bed and the room was clean and they provided what is required for your stay.

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Kris

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My first hostel stay and it won’t be the last! I lucked out with a clean room, great roommates and the location was perfect and walkable to shopping and restaurants. Liquor store onsite, decent variety of breakfast although I found the kitchen a little chaotic and confusion. Some signage would help! I’d definitely recommend this as an affordable place to stay while visiting Banff (hotels are outrageously priced, this was a fraction of the cost!)

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Wai Yuen Yvonne

Jun 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The worse hostel I have ever had. The staff who handled my check-in was extremely unpleasant and totally unhelpful. No lock was provided for locker. She suggested me to buy at the gas station. I failed to get one and returned to talk to her. She found me a lock without any difficulties at all but charged me $5. The locker is very narrow and barely good for one carry-on suitcase. The hostel has storage for larger items but very dirty as for garbage storage. Top of the fridge inside the dorm was very dirty and dusty. The water tank of the toilet has water leaking issue. I had to open the lid to fix that in order to prevent wasting of water. Told staff re same. Breakfast is totally self help, made my own pancakes.

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Matthew

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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

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Banff International Hostel

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