Country Encounters

3.0 star property

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Arts & Crafts Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Suite, 1 Bedroom (Arts & Crafts Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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7701 17th Ave, Crowsnest Pass, Coleman, AB, T0K 1W0
  • Place, Crowsnest Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Allison Lake Cross Country Ski Trails
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Frank Slide
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Twenties Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Arts & Crafts Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Country Encounters

A restaurant, a snack bar/deli and a sauna are available at this bed & breakfast. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a fridge in a common area and a meeting room are on-site. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Country Encounters offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 29-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a sauna.

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 free breakfast at Country Encounters. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Crowsnest Museum. Features include 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 meeting room, a computer and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna and a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Crowsnest Museum and a 4-minute drive from Allison Lake Cross Country Ski Trails
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A sauna, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Country Encounters. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Coleman bed & breakfast.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Country Encounters 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 available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1904
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
This property is located 59 miles from National Park.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Country Encounters B&B Coleman
Country Encounters B&B
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Country Encounters
Country Encounters Accommodations Coleman, Alberta
Country Encounters House Coleman
Country Encounters House
Country Encounters Accommodations Coleman Alberta
Country Encounters Coleman
Country Encounters Bed & breakfast
Country Encounters Bed & breakfast Coleman

Country Encounters Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 400 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Greer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean room, friendly host dog, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. They had everything we needed for our stay and breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic building. Excellent breakfast and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly, had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute heritage building. The owner was kind and provided a nice breakfast. I especially loved the jacuzzi tub!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Cozy, and Loki is a great dog!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality, clean rooms and a superb breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I felt at home - everything was great and I would stay here again any time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a lot of history. Great breakfast, great staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and comfortable! The breakfast was great too. Ill be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We will stay here again for sure. The owners and staff were among the best we have met. Made us feel at home and comfortable. Made an amazing breakfast for my boy, so he would have lots of energy for his hockey game. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gem of a place.. owner was so accommodating when we were arriving very late at night.. fresh breakfast... served individually to our table.. such a cute quaint place...would come again and again if we are passing through Coleman.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best if not the best place we have ever stayed we couldnt be happier and will defiantly be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot with very friendly and accommodating owners, lots of personality and beautiful decor. And fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Drake

Was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dawn was so friendly and breakfast was outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh yes and really nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Excellent b&b

This was an excellent stop on our way to Banff from Glacier. The owner was super friendly and breakfast was excellent. Would highly recommend if passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
interesting decor, great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, lovely breakfast. Only issue was microfibre sheets…not my favorite! Otherwise a fine stay.😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staying at Country Encounters is always lovely. The accommodations are comfortable and pretty. The service is friendly and breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoying staying and service is amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. The rooms are comfortable and have personality, the hosts are so warm and welcoming and the breakfast was amazing. And there are cookies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025