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A Bear and Bison Inn

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Mountain view
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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705 Benchlands Trail, Canmore, AB, T1W 3G9
  • Place, Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Canmore Caverns
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Honeymoon King Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Honeymoon King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Travellers Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Honeymoon Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Travellers King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Chalet

  • Mountain view
  • 465 sq m
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

A Bear and Bison Inn

A restaurant, a hot tub and an arcade/games room are available at this smoke-free inn. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in and express check-out are on-site.
A Bear and Bison Inn offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and free newspapers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. This Canmore inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the inn include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The free breakfast at A Bear and Bison Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Amenities include a terrace and library
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Canmore Caverns and a few minutes from Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly A Bear and Bison Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Canmore inn is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
A Bear and Bison Inn has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 39.95
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 39.95
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: CAD 39.95 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 39.95 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

A Bear and Bison Inn Inn
A Bear and Bison Inn Canmore
A Bear and Bison Inn Inn Canmore

A Bear and Bison Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 280 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

sophina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Quiet. Clean and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was lovely, beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and the included breakfast is wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valeriia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice . Beautiful mountain views absolutely stunning. The room was very clean and everything was spotless. We enjoyed the hot tub, which was a great way to relax. The breakfast was delicious and fresh. We really enjoyed our stay and would happily come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

INDER PAL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hospitality and Beautiful quiet, clean with Great Breakfast!! When booking do confirm if your downstairs or upstairs if you prefer mountain views, go upstairs!!! Fab Place 100% recommended for a couple rendezvous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nidhin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean with spectacular Rockie views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel, with a mountain lodge feel. We had a lovely stay, played some games, and had a great sleep. 20 years ago we were married Here. It is still spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Luda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a gem this place is! The breakfast was sooo good and our room was very comfortable. Enjoyed chatting with the owner to get those tips about visiting Banff. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing here! The staff was wonderful, breakfasts were delicious and French press coffee!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great rooms, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, and the breakfast was excellent! The only downside was the bed. It was very hard, and it was tough to fall asleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was absolutely delicious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was wonderful. We had a real the hot tub, and breakfast was served to us in our room, and it was outstanding. The best of the stays that we had throughout our trip highly recommend this.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cozy and clean. The breakfast each morning was great! Great views of the mountains and close drive to Canmore!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing, great location to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was outstanding. Extremely courteous and helpful staff. The breakfast was top notch and served hot and on time each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice room and the breakfast is great. Plus breakfast is delivered right at the door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Offers complimentary breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good. Only problem was that it was switched at the last min. We were told we would be on the main level with access to the outside from our room. Other than that it was absolutely amazing. The breakfast all three days were amazing and delicious. And the staff were super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic day for the last night of our honeymoon. The property was beautiful. The room gorgeous. Yet cozy. And breakfast was delicious. A delightful treat to end our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In a quiet location with view of the mountains. Love the quaint lodge decor and that each room has a patio or balcony. They also served an amazing home cooked breakfast delivered right to our room. Will be back next time we visit Canmore !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025