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HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB, T1L1B3
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tunnel Mountain
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Male Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, shared washroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, private washroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Design Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Design Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Beds

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About this property

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a meeting room, concierge services and laundry facilities.
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel offers 54 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Surprise Corner. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy garden views while dining at Cougar Pete's
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and a few minutes from Banff National Park Information Centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Banff hostel.

Cougar Pete's – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
The Storm Cellar – On-site pub. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cougar Pete's
  • The Storm Cellar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Alpine Centre Hostel
HI-Banff Alpine Centre
HI-Banff Alpine Centre Hostel
Hi-Banff Alpine Centre Hotel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre
HI Banff Alpine Centre
Hi Banff Alpine Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Reviews

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 531 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 531 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 531 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 531 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 531 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stephen d

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a stop as you consider what to explore in the Banff area, consider the Hi Banff as your ground zero. Friendly, multi-cultural staff go out of their way to make sure everyone is accepted and comfortable. Great cafe on site and all sorts of options for day trips in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pattraporn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I booked the en-suite dormitory but didn’t expect it to have no shower at all. just sink and toilet. where are we supposed to clean ourselves
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan, Shaughnessy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great food options and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Prasanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good. It’s cheaper and better if you’re a travelling on budget with your friends or solo. The parking space is very limited though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varun

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rania

The staff is friendly and the hostel is nice !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most reasonable prices in the area. Clean and well taken care of facilitys
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOEL

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gursimran, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

siew yan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great alternative to hotel properties. Very appropriate and comfortable for the price point. Everything you need is here to allow you to explore.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

beatrice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant Stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

taehun

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Dukhan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Muhammad

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the vibes
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

navpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay in banff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is affordable and supports a good cause, Hostelling International
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise in the Rockies

One of the best hostels I've been to. Hands down!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

philippe

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved to stay here. One suggestion: paper towel in the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely recommend to my friends. One of the hostels I ever stayed in Banff. 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thought the cost was WAY over priced for what we had as accomodation. No way was I going to take a shower after observing other lack of wiping down when down. The tub of free toiletries was abominable for just a few things in a tub under the sink. No place to really put items in the room except on the bed and a few shelves. I will never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025