Canada
Banff
Known for rockies, turquoise lakes and wildlife.
Est. $1,240–$1,720 · 1 traveler · 5 nights · before flights
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At a glance
- Trip estimate
- $1,240–$1,720
- 1 traveler · 5 nights · before flights · rock bottom
- Best time to go
- June to September, or December to March for skiing
- Nearest airport
- YYC
- Knownness
- 82 / 100
- Well known
Where to stay
Hostels and budget stays only, from listings (checked 2026-11-12). Check current prices and availability on Booking.com.
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Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club of Canada
Hostel · 201 Indian Flats Road, Canmore, Banff National Park, T1W 2T8
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Two-Bedroom Chalet · Chalet · Budget Double Room · +2 more
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Canmore Downtown Hostel
Hostel · 3-star · 201-302 Old Canmore Road, Canmore, Banff National Park, T1W 2X2
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · Triple Room with Private Bathroom · Twin Room with Private Bathroom · +1 more
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HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel
Hostel · 801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, Banff National Park, T1L1B3
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Double Room with Shared Bathroom · Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom · Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
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HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel
Hostel · 203 Village Road, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, T0L 1E0
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Bed in 4 or 5 - Bed Female Dormitory Room · Bed in 4 or 5 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · Double Room · +3 more
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PARTY HOSTEL - The Canmore Hotel Hostel
Hostel · 738 8 Street, Canmore, Banff National Park, T1W 2B6
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Superior Queen Room · Queen Room with Shared Bathroom · Single Bed in Dormitory Room · +3 more
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Banff International Hostel
Hostel · 449 Banff Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, T1L 1A6
- dorm beds
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom · Bed in 6 to 9 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite Bathroom
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Samesun Banff Hostel
Hostel · 3-star · 433 Banff Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, T1L 1B5
- dorm beds
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room · Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · +1 more
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The Dorothy Motel
Motel · 250 Marmot Crescent, Banff, Banff National Park, T1L 1B3
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Superior Hotel Room · 2 Queens · King
Sleeps up to 6 · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Large bed (King size)
Know before you go
Everyday costs (May)
- Good-value room, per night
- ~$167
- Food, per person per day
- ~$48
- Things to do, per person per day
- ~$25
- Getting around, per day
- ~$15
Room price by month
- $145January
- $145February
- $155March
- $161April
- $167May
- $177June
- $185July
- $180August
- $164September
- $156October
- $151November
- $177December
GlobTrek's Banff cost model, dated August 2026. Estimates, not live prices. Check live rates with the booking partner.
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