The Dorothy Motel

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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Marmont Cres, 250, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Glacier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior King Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(153 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Dorothy Motel

Along with express check-out, this smoke-free hotel has a front desk safe and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine.
The Dorothy Motel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Dorothy Motel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Victoria Glacier. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus outdoor pool access. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a terrace and a vending machine
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Banff National Park Information Centre and a few minutes from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Dorothy Motel offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Banff hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Canoe and Suites, #2000 - 600 Banff Ave]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
This property does not have a front desk. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Hotel Canoe and Suites, #2000 - 600 Banff Ave
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bumpers Inn LTD
Bumpers Inn LTD Banff
Bumpers LTD Banff
Bumpers Inn Banff
Bumpers Inn
Bumpers Banff
Bumpers Hotel Banff
Bumpers Motel Banff
Bumpers Inn
The Dorothy Motel Hotel
The Dorothy Motel Banff
The Dorothy Motel Hotel Banff

The Dorothy Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1017 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Heather Raab

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
PROS: Friendly & helpful staff, great location, quiet room, comfy beds, recently renovated, great shower, great amenities, loved the coffee service, truck fit in parking lot, no carpet (bonus in wet conditions), & plenty of nearby food options CONS: Poor insulation in room so it alternated between hot and cold
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jihun

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location. Recently renovated rooms. Nice decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay at the Dorothy. The room was appointed with everything we needed. We all slept well on the beds and pillows. Though simple, it was clean, stylish, comfortable and affordable. Access to the hot pools across the street absolutely was the highlight - they were beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated rooms with all that you needs for a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phi Quan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jie

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

HEATHER

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall it was a decent hotel value for money. Unfortunately the floors were very cold and dirty though and no one came to make up our room for the second day when we stayed two nights. I did like that you can park right outside your door and nice the coffee, teas selection and even oat milk they offer at check in. Also I like that you can use the hot tub at the Canoe and Suites.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and incredibly helpful! The room was clean and faced the courtyard (super magical in the winter time) the complimentary coffee and tea was such a nice touch (and the even had oat milk..!) Looking forward to visiting soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nasir

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, lovely beds. I would stay here again. The hot pools at the Canoe (just a block away) and included in the stay were lovely after a day skiing. Small extras like bus tickets, coffee abs hot chocolate at check in were great touches.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check in at the Canoe. (App does not work.) Room is nice yet we can see it showing wear since we stayed there last.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pui Leung

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ankur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is absolutely amazing. The rooms are well done, they give you fresh coffee beans and your choice of fresh milk. This is much more than a motel and for the price you pay don't event think.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I am so happy to see that the hotel group in Banff have upgraded an old classic motel. The courtyard is beautiful and private, the doggy was welcomed with treats and gift and even if there was a charge, it was still less than the bordering. We saw some wildlife in our forest across the way. The bed and the room …well it was so great! Coffee is the morning and just a short walk to the breakfast place. The motel towards the outskirts of town but it was quiet and refreshing. I would highly recommend staying at the Dorothy!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025