Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3 stars
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB T1L 1B3, Canada
Banff, Canada
8.6
Very good
based on 2151 reviews
2,151 reviews
Fri 12/12
-
Sat 13/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 106
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 106
Queen room
C$ 119
Double room
C$ 128
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Overview

Distinct from the majority of Banff hotels, Buffalo Mountain Lodge is situated on Tunnel Mountain. A peaceful mountain retreat offering comfortable accommodation with fireplaces to cozy up to and unique mountain style architecture.
8.6
Very good rating
Based on 2,151 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Fri 12/12
Sat 13/12
King room
1 king bed
C$ 177
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 197
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 337
nightly with fees
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
C$ 3,499
nightly with fees
Standard Room
2 queen beds
C$ 106
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 116
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 135
nightly with fees
Double room
1 king bed
C$ 128
nightly with fees
2 double beds
C$ 209
nightly with fees
2 double beds
C$ 210
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
C$ 119
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 138
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 145
nightly with fees
Premier Room
2 queen beds
C$ 217
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 273
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 282
nightly with fees
Superior Room
bed type unknown
C$ 406
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 449
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 490
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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Media and entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Skiing

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Buffalo Mountain Lodge

8.6
Very good
2151 verified ratings
Wonderful
985
Very good
401
Good
312
Okay
177
Fair
137
Mediocre
65
Poor
74

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the lovely location and spacious accommodations, with many highlighting the beautiful surroundings and good amenities like hot tubs. However, some reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness, noise levels, and service quality, indicating that improvements could be made in these areas.
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Location9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Atmosphere8 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Diane, Sep 2024
Bathrooms are in serious need of updating. Tiny corner shower, pedastal sink, and claw tub for one. All in a spacious room that could easily hold a jacuzzi tub, a shower three times the tize, and a ling vanity sink. For $400 a night, I don't want to see mildew and junkiness around the shower base.

Location

700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff Avenue0.4 km
  • Tunnel Mountain0.9 km
  • Canadian Ski Museum West1.5 km
  • Banff Springs Golf Club1.6 km
  • Canadian Mountain Holidays1.7 km
  • Canada House Gallery1.7 km
  • The Banff Centre1.7 km
  • Banff Park Museum1.8 km
  • Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies1.8 km
  • Tunnel Mountain Drive1.9 km
  • Bow Falls2.1 km
  • Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum2.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
July
C$ 166
C$ 387
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 137% 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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, plan to stay on a Thursday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Buffalo Mountain Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 161, while the most expensive was C$ 344.
  • How long should you stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • How many rooms are provided within the Buffalo Mountain Lodge meeting facilities?

    The hotel’s stunning meeting facilities divide into four main areas, including smaller boardrooms and more impressive, larger event venues. The Cascade room is a no-frills facility, perfect for boardroom meetings with up to 20 people, whereas the Strathcona and Wainwright rooms seat 48 and 70 people, respectively, and impress with their wooden beam design and natural daylight. The biggest venue at this lodge is the Wapiti Longhouse where up to 99 people can celebrate under the wooden ceiling and with views of the mountain range. With access to the wine cellar, it is perfect for weddings as well.

  • What distinguishes the Buffalo Mountain Lodge from other accommodations?

    Plonked amidst fir and spruce trees, a stay at this lodge gives guests the ultimate outdoor experience and feeling for a remote mountain lodge. The interior impresses with wooden beams, stone fireplaces, and dark leather furniture to emulate the ultimate cabin-in-the-woods feeling. Despite being close to shops, nightlife, and restaurants, guests get to spot elks and deer crossing the hotel premises every so often, and during hikes, you get to see even more of the area’s wildlife.

  • What kind of fare is served at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge restaurant?

    True to nature’s taste, the hotel’s restaurant specializes in smoked and roasted wild game, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and mushrooms. The dining room allows incredible views over the surrounding nature while enjoying high-quality food and wine from their own wine cellar. Additionally, the wooden beam ceiling construction dominates the interior. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also features a kid-friendly menu as well as an extensive cocktail menu.

  • What can guests expect of the Buffalo Mountain Lodge lounge?

    For a more casual get-together, guests can also conglomerate in the Sleeping Buffalo Lounge that welcomes with a large fireplace and smaller round tables, and is fashioned almost entirely out of wood. A high ceiling provides an airy atmosphere and there is access to an outside patio. Snacks inspired by the main restaurant’s cuisine can also be enjoyed here and Sunday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, guests can benefit from the lounge’s Happy Hour with special rates. For sweet delights, also pop in to the Buffalo Mountain Café, which boasts homemade pies and desserts, muffins, and fresh pastries.

  • What kind of activities can guests do at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

    Throughout the year, the hotel features a wide array of activities for guests to enjoy and which can be organized by the hotel for your convenience. If you’ve come to explore all the beautiful biking trails surrounding the property, you can store your bike conveniently at this bike-friendly hotel. Other sports include canoeing, cross-country skiing, dog sledding, or sleigh rides. Horseback riding can also be organized, as can white water rafting. For group activities, also consider the Chef’s Table, where a professional chef shares kitchen secrets over wine and you receive a take-away gift bag.

  • What special packages does the Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer?

    For more adventure and fun, check one of the offers and special deals on KAYAK. Some of them include a fantastic gourmet dinner and other perks such as free breakfast. During the holidays, you can get special discounts and stay for longer to enjoy the hotel's various themed evening activities like an eggnog reception, movie nights, and readings. Seasonal offers, such as the one on New Year’s Eve, guarantee fun with DJ entertainment and a complimentary glass of sparkling to clink to the New Year.

  • Where is Buffalo Mountain Lodge located?

    Buffalo Mountain Lodge is located at 700 Tunnel Mountain Road, 1.6 km from the centre of Banff. Banff Avenue is the closest landmark to Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

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

  • Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Buffalo Mountain Lodge from the airport?

    Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 107.2 km from Calgary. Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 159.1 km from Red Deer.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Buffalo Mountain Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Buffalo Mountain 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 Buffalo Mountain 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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

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Distance to downtown

8.2
1.6 km

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