Bow View Lodge Banff: Book Your Stay

Name: Bow View Lodge
Address: 228 Bow Ave Banff, Banff, 加拿大

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At a glance: 3-star · Since 1978 · 59 rooms

Near: Banff Visitor Centre · 5 min walk

Guests love: Nature · Atmosphere

In the heart of Banff, Bow View Lodge sits a seven-minute drive from Upper Hot Springs, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the Banff National Park Information Centre, and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Banff National Park. The Banff Visitor Centre is a five-minute walk away, Central Park is six minutes on foot, and the Banff Park Museum National Historic Site is seven minutes from the door. Cascade of Time Garden is ten minutes away on foot, and the Cave and Basin National Historic Site is a 19-minute walk.

For recreation, the hotel has a hot tub and a sauna. Complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting are also available.

Dining options include La Terrazza at Banff Park, one of the hotel's two restaurants, plus a bar and lounge where you can get your favorite drink. A buffet breakfast is served on weekdays and weekends.

Practical services include express check-out, dry cleaning and laundry, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available, and free self parking is onsite.

The hotel has 58 guestrooms, each with complimentary wireless internet, cable programming, a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer, a phone, a coffee and tea maker, and a portable fan.

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Check-in16:00
Check-out11:00
Front desk24 hr
Pets allowed
French, Spanish

Deposit: Deposit required. A fixed amount of CAD 200.00 is charged. This property accepts credit cards. The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.
Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Children: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Amenities

Property amenities

Bar
Restaurant
Beauty and makeup
Bowling alley
Golf course
Hairdressing
Hiking
Horse riding
Kayaking
Sauna
Skiing
Spa

Room types

Double rooms
Twin rooms
King rooms
Single rooms
Family rooms
Suites
Rooms with a view
Apartments & studios

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Ryan Lavelle

5/5

Google· 3 months ago

Stay here if.... 1. If you have a car and want included parking. 2. Want 5 minute walkability to the town. 3. Prefer to save money vs more amenities. If you want those three things, stay here. If you don't care or want amenities like included breakfast (I mean just go into town, get a muffin and coffee fo $12 USD) or room service.. go pay $200+ more a night and don't complain. Our room was clean, bed, sheets, pillows are comfortable. Each room has a mini fridge. Microwave on each floor. Water refill station in lobby. Staff are super nice and friendly. Water pressure in the shower is low, but again, this is a 2 star. We're more interested in saving money than high water pressure.

Ayan 18

2/5

Google· 2 months ago

Great location closer to everything and easy to access. The service was good the staff were friendly. The hotel was old and outdated but that shouldn’t stop it from being cleaned properly. The table and bedside desks were dusty and dirty I did not feel comfortable putting my belongings on. I had to wipe it down before settling in.The room was icky I did not feel comfortable staying here at all, especially for the price they were charging

Freedom762988

5/5

Tripadvisor· a month ago

Not fancy. But cozy. But everything you need. The view was great. Very quiet. . Great location near restaurants and shuttles. We walked everywhere from here. Good price. The pool and jacuzzi next door are nice too.

Trip.com Member

4.7/5

Trip.com· 4 months ago

We had a wonderful stay at Bow View Lodge. The location is excellent, with the river just behind the property, providing a beautiful and peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the scenery.We also appreciated the front desk team calling ahead to reconfirm our reservation dates, which was a thoughtful touch and gave us peace of mind before arrival. While the rooms are a bit dated, they were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained.Overall, a great value for the location and a pleasant place to stay while enjoying the beautiful Banff!

plezzkal

5/5

Tripadvisor· 3 months ago

Our first time in Banff. I needed the most affordable hotel with the best location in Banff I could get. Wow. We got a balcony with our stay. It didn't feel super busy at the hotel despite it being in July. The huge river right off our balcony. We could walk to anything we needed. The stay included parking which was an added bonus. The town kind of clears out at night, but parking in the day seems impossible so we were grateful to not need to move our parked truck upon arrival until we left after our tour the next day. The hotel is retro, but most critical to me is that it was very clean. The staff was very accomodating. Thanks.

jeromek714

5/5

Tripadvisor· 3 months ago

The Bow View Lodge is an older but a well kept hotel that faces the Bow River for great views. The rooms had all the basic amenities and the beds are very comfortable. There is no AC but at night the window open was perfect (50 f outside). The front desk staff was exceptional, friendly and always open to questions about the surrounding area. We were there early July, peak tourist season, so the room rates were astronomical but similar to other Inns in town. All of Banff is very expensive.

Neha Singh

1/5

Google· 2 months ago

⭐☆☆☆☆ (1/5) Very disappointing stay at Bow View Lodge. The hotel is old and outdated, and the room was not very clean. There was no air conditioning, which made the stay uncomfortable. The balcony view overlooked parked cars and what appeared to be a dumpyard, which was far from the scenic experience we expected in Canmore. Overall, the hotel did not meet our expectations in terms of cleanliness, comfort, or value. I would not recommend staying here unless significant improvements are made.

Trip.com Member

4.5/5

Trip.com· 6 months ago

It is a pleasant hotel with regular amenities. The beds are comfortable and the view out the windows is spectacular towards the Bow River. Unfortunately there was a shouting match between a couple from 1am-3:40am the second night as the walls do not muffle the sound as well as we would have liked. So very tired the next day or so, but the front desk said they have security on 24 hours and we should have called. Some of the items in the rooms are quaint and that's ok - they are small rooms, but we spent most of our time out in Banff or skiing, Overall they worked out.

Where can I eat near Bow View Lodge?

You can eat right at the hotel: the on-site restaurant and bar serve meals throughout your stay. Just across the parking lot at the sister property Banff Park Lodge, Crave Mountain Grill offers breakfast and dinner, while La Terrazza and the Terrace Lounge provide more dining options. Downtown Banff, a five-minute walk away, has many choices, including Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant, LUPO Italian Ristorante & Patio, The Bison Restaurant & Patio, Farm & Fire, Chuck's Steakhouse & Patio, The Maple Leaf Seafood & Chop House, Hello Sunshine Japanese Restaurant, Pizzeria Sophia, PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar, and Brazen.

What is the area around Bow View Lodge like?

The Bow View Lodge sits right beside the Bow River, with walking trails and downtown Banff just minutes away. The town center is a 5-minute walk, and you can reach the Banff Visitor Centre in 5 minutes, Central Park in 6, and the Banff Park Museum in 7. The Cascade of Time Garden is a 10-minute stroll, while Cave and Basin, Surprise Corner, and Bow Falls are all within a 20-25 minute walk. Mount Norquay Lookout is 2.3 km out, so you'd want a car or transit for that. The area is peaceful and scenic, with easy access to shops and dining in town.

How do I get to Bow View Lodge from the airport or main train station?

From Calgary International Airport, take a direct shuttle such as Banff Airporter or Brewster Express to Banff; they drop off at hotels in town. The hotel is a short walk from the town center, about 5 minutes from Banff Ave. If arriving by train, the Banff Train Station is about a 10-minute walk to downtown, and the hotel is nearby. Roam Public Transit also connects the airport area and town, with stops near the hotel. A taxi or ride-hailing service from the station or airport is another simple option.

What's there to do near Bow View Lodge in the evening?

In the evening, you can dine at the hotel's own restaurant and bar, or walk to nearby spots like Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant, LUPO Italian Ristorante & Patio, The Bison Restaurant & Patio, Farm & Fire, Chuck's Steakhouse & Patio, The Maple Leaf Seafood & Chop House, Hello Sunshine Japanese Restaurant, Pizzeria Sophia, PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar, and Brazen. For a relaxed evening, take a stroll along the Bow River, which is right beside the hotel. The Banff Visitor Centre is a 5-minute walk away, and Central Park is 6 minutes, both nice for an evening wander. You could also join the Banff Stargazing Tour, a 2-hour walking tour, to enjoy the night sky. The town center is within a 5-minute walk, so you can easily explore more options.

Is Bow View Lodge a good base for exploring Banff?

Bow View Lodge is a great base for exploring Banff. You can walk to the Banff Visitor Centre in 5 minutes, Central Park in 6, and the Banff Park Museum in 7. The Cascade of Time Garden is a 10-minute walk, and Cave and Basin National Historic Site is 19 minutes away. Surprise Corner and Bow Falls viewpoints are about a 20-minute stroll. For Mount Norquay Lookout, 2.3 km away, you can take a short drive or use local transit. The town center is just a 5-minute walk, making it easy to start your adventures.

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