Nestled in Banff, Bow View Lodge offers a warm welcome with an airport shuttle and steam room. Take in the breathtaking views on the terrace, indulge in a meal at one of two restaurants or unwind at the bar. With helpful staff and free WiFi, this hotel near Upper Hot Springs is a haven for relaxation.
Banff National Park Information Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Upper Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
Tunnel Mountain - 8 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 95 min drive
Banff Station - 6 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 4 min walk
Good Earth Coffeehouse - 6 min walk
Magpie & Stump - 5 min walk
The Old Spaghetti Factory - 4 min walk
Bluebird Restaurant & Lobby Bar - 4 min walk
About this property
Bow View Lodge
When you stay at Bow View Lodge, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and Banff National Park Information Centre. The 2 restaurants are perfect spots to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. Other features include a sauna, a steam room, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–noon on weekends
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Ski passes
Access to nearby indoor pool
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Ski storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Picnic area
Terrace
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Reusable cups only
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
La Terrazza at Banff Park - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Crave at Banff Park Lodge - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 25 to 32 for adults, and CAD 0 to 15 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
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Bow View Banff
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Frequently asked questions
Does Bow View Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bow View Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bow View Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Bow View Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Bow View Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bow View Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Bow View Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room. Bow View Lodge also has a picnic area and access to a nearby indoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Bow View Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Bow View Lodge like?
Bow View Lodge is located by the river in Downtown District, a short 6-minute walk from Banff Station and 18 minutes' walk from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.
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Bow View Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
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River
Parking
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Value
Downtown
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
The location is close to everything I wanted to go
Roel
Roel, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Located inside Banff town and customer service is superb.
Dindo
Dindo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
Awesome
Dorotea Mae
Dorotea Mae, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Downtown Banff in a perfect location to shopping and wildlife viewing!
Tanna
Tanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
Perfect stay
Mohamed
Mohamed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Location close to bow river, walking trails, shopping, dining.
Darius
Darius, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 26, 2025
Really expensive for an average room. It was clean and staff was great.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Was great location and price
Joseph
Joseph, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Nothing unique it was a good stay the bed were very comfortably the staff was freindly and helpful
Regina
Regina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Weekend by and on the Bow River.
The best location in town for access to the Bow River. Friendly helpful staff. Clean room. Comfortable beds. Good water pressure. Convenient on-site parking.
Susan E
Susan E, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
This property is in a great location. Older building but very clean and at a good price! We were able to walk everywhere downtown from there/close to everything. The staff is great and helpful! Would stay again.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2025
our room had balcony overlooking river walk.
Virginia
Virginia, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 30, 2025
Nice place and clean room
Christian-ren
Christian-ren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Excellent location, very affordable, friendly staff
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
As always was amazing! Perfect location
Maya
Maya, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
May 5, 2025
I like the location. Walking distance to bow river and shops.
Edlyn
Edlyn, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 21, 2025
Overpriced for the quality of hotel
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
The staff gave us the room we had asked for, and our stay was the usual great.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2025
Great Location! The bed is comfortable. Pleasant stay for one night with Family of 5. We have everything we need.
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1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Beautiful view of the bow river. Clean room.
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2025
Very convenient location walking distance to main Ave and Restaurants.
Also has always been affordable
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Area and parking
Rommer
Rommer, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 25, 2025
Service was good, rooms were clean, hotel is very outdated and there are gaps at the top of the doors
Larry
Larry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
My fav
Always a very Nice place to stay. My favorite place to stay on Banff. By the River and walking distance to everything i like or need on Town. Outdated but well maintain and with all the little treats you might need to feel comfy and sécure.