Bow View Lodge

2 stars
228 Bow Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1A5, Canada
Banff, Canada
+1 403 762 2261
8.1
Very good
based on 2193 reviews
2,193 reviews
Thu 16/4
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Fri 17/4
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 100
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Nightly total
Double room
C$ 100
Standard Room
C$ 109
Queen room
C$ 125
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Overview

Situated close to local attractions, Bow View Lodge is a 10-minute walk from from Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies and Banff Park Museum. Just a 10-minute walk from Banff Railway Station, the hotel's accessible location means it is an ideal base when visiting Banff.

There are a variety of facilities available to those staying at Bow View Lodge, such as ski lockers, a 24-hour reception and a safe. A gym can be readily accessed by those wanting to keep up their exercise regimes while travelling.

The hotel features cosy rooms equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee maker, plus all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Bow View Lodge's in-house restaurant is a hassle-free option for those preferring to dine in. Alternatively, there is a large selection of international restaurants nearby.

Banff Airport is a 10-minute drive from the hotel. The local area is also known for its wide range of shopping options.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 2,193 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Bow View Lodge

Thu 16/4
-
Fri 17/4
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 125
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 150
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 163
nightly with fees
Double room
No inclusions
1 double bed
C$ 100
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 114
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 114
nightly with fees
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 109
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 112
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 153
nightly with fees
King room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 255
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 304
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 360
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Bow View Lodge

  • Indoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Bingo
  • Skiing
  • Beauty salon
  • Horse riding
  • Bowling
  • Hiking
  • Sledding
  • Ice skating
  • Snowboarding

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails

General

  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Mountain view
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available
  • River view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Ski equipment rental (on site)
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Kitchen

  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Sauna

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • EV charging station

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of Bow View Lodge

8.1
Very good
2193 verified ratings
Wonderful
691
Very good
510
Good
468
Okay
217
Fair
161
Mediocre
59
Poor
87

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location of the hotel, close to downtown Banff and scenic views. Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the rooms and the comfort of the beds. However, there were complaints about outdated facilities and some negative experiences with the staff's service.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Brock, Feb 2022
It is a cheaper option to stay in Banff, and that's what we expected. The stay experience was good enough for us. Having the more premium sister hotel across the street with a pool/hot tub was nice to...
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9.4
Wonderful
Francis, Oct 2018
Pros (+) The pool and the view.
Cons (-) Everything was great.
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) loved the location, the view from my room, and the overall good feeling I had when I walked into the room. Comfortable bed, very clean bathroom with lots of towels, quiet for sleeping, etc. Also there...
Cons (-) the ledges along the windows/patio door could have been vacuumed a little better - none the less, it was still a clean room both in the bedroom/sitting area and the bathroom
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8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) This lodge was perfectly located for our weekend in Banff. We ran the Banff marathon on Sunday, and we could not beat the location and value of this hotel. The staff were great. I would stay there aga...
Cons (-) As others have noted, earplugs are helpful. Noise was not a big issue for us, but you can hear conversations in the hallway while in the room.
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Location

228 Bow Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1A5

What's nearby

  • Canadian Mountain Holidays212 m
  • Canada House Gallery239 m
  • Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies318 m
  • Canadian Ski Museum West335 m
  • Banff Park Museum0.5 km
  • Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum0.6 km
  • The Banff Centre1.4 km
  • Cave and Basin National Historic Site1.5 km
  • Tunnel Mountain1.5 km
  • Tunnel Mountain Drive1.6 km
  • Bow Falls1.7 km
  • Banff Avenue2 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Bow View Lodge

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March
July
C$ 298
C$ 459
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 105% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Bow View Lodge

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Bow View Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Bow View Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Bow View Lodge, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Bow View Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 106, while the most expensive was C$ 249.
  • How long should you stay at Bow View Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Bow View Lodge

  • Where is Bow View Lodge located?

    Bow View Lodge is located at 228 Bow Avenue in Downtown, 0.4 km from the centre of Banff. Canadian Mountain Holidays is the closest landmark to Bow View Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Bow View Lodge?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Bow View Lodge.

  • Does Bow View Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Bow View Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Bow View Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Bow View Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Bow View Lodge from the airport?

    Bow View Lodge is 108.8 km from Calgary. Bow View Lodge is 160.8 km from Red Deer.

  • Does Bow View Lodge have a pool?

    Yes, Bow View Lodge has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Bow View Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Bow View Lodge in Banff and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Bow View Lodge and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Bow View Lodge.

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Distance to downtown

7.8
0.4 km

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