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1. Hi Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

2. Samesun Banff Hostel

3. Banff International Hostel

4. Canmore Downtown Hostel

5. Hi Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

6. Hi Kananaskis Wilderness - Hostel

7. Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club Of Canada

8. Hi Castle Mountain - Hostel

9. Hi Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel

10. The Orchard

Top Hostels in Banff

  • Guest favorite
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Hi Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

801 Hidden Ridge Way
1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is 2.1 km from the Banff hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, which is 2.5 km away. In addition, the Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum can be found a 25-minute walk from the hostel.

Also, the 267-room Hi Banff Alpine Centre hostel is 3.3 km from the Vermilion Lakes.

Some of the en-suite bathrooms at the property feature a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets.

8.5
1912 reviews
~ US$34 / night

Hi Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Hi Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is 2.1 km from the Banff hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, which is 2.5 km away. In addition, the Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum can be found a 25-minute walk from the hostel.

Also, the 267-room Hi Banff Alpine Centre hostel is 3.3 km from the Vermilion Lakes.

Some of the en-suite bathrooms at the property feature a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets.

8.5
1912 reviews
From US$ 34 / night
  • Top location
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Samesun Banff Hostel

433 Banff Avenue
0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Terrace

This hostel is 2 km from the Fairmont Banff Springs and within reach of such cultural venues as the low-key Canada House Art Gallery. The large waterfall "Bow Falls" is located a 15-minute ride from the Banff hostel.

Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, which is 2.1 km away.

8
1303 reviews
~ US$33 / night

Samesun Banff Hostel

0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Terrace

Samesun Banff Hostel

This hostel is 2 km from the Fairmont Banff Springs and within reach of such cultural venues as the low-key Canada House Art Gallery. The large waterfall "Bow Falls" is located a 15-minute ride from the Banff hostel.

Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, which is 2.1 km away.

8
1303 reviews
From US$ 33 / night
  • Great deal
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Banff International Hostel

449 Banff Avenue
0.7 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Terrace

Situated 1.2 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, the hostel is also within easy reach of Whiskey Creek. You can visit sacred sites such as Banff Park Church, found only a 5-minute walk from this Banff hostel.

The Banff property is also located 2.3 km from the Bow Falls Viewpoint.

Guests can relax in the private bathrooms equipped with amenities like a shower.

7.5
1463 reviews
~ US$20 / night

Banff International Hostel

0.7 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Terrace

Banff International Hostel

Situated 1.2 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, the hostel is also within easy reach of Whiskey Creek. You can visit sacred sites such as Banff Park Church, found only a 5-minute walk from this Banff hostel.

The Banff property is also located 2.3 km from the Bow Falls Viewpoint.

Guests can relax in the private bathrooms equipped with amenities like a shower.

7.5
1463 reviews
From US$ 20 / night

Hostels near Banff

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Canmore Downtown Hostel

201-302 Old Canmore Road
18.7 km (11.6 mi) from Banff
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room

Quarry Lake Park is 2.4 km from this hostel, while the Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre is just 1.8 km away. Also, the Canmore hostel is about a 10-minute ride from such natural sights as the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park.

The 77-room Canmore Downtown hostel enjoys a convenient location in the vicinity of the One Wellness & Spa.

9.1
1677 reviews
~ US$49 / night

Canmore Downtown Hostel

18.7 km (11.6 mi) from Banff
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room

Canmore Downtown Hostel

Quarry Lake Park is 2.4 km from this hostel, while the Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre is just 1.8 km away. Also, the Canmore hostel is about a 10-minute ride from such natural sights as the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park.

The 77-room Canmore Downtown hostel enjoys a convenient location in the vicinity of the One Wellness & Spa.

9.1
1677 reviews
From US$ 49 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
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Hi Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

203 Village Road
50.7 km (31.5 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Terrace

Wilson Mountain Sports is located just 550 metres from this Lake Louise hostel and the Samson Native Gallery is 7 minutes' walk away. Also, the hostel is 4.7 km from such natural sights as Lake Agnes.

The Saddleback Pass is 250 metres away, and the Lake Louise Ski Resort, available to diversify your stay, is 25 minutes' walk away.

8.4
1454 reviews
~ US$33 / night

Hi Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

50.7 km (31.5 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Terrace

Hi Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

Wilson Mountain Sports is located just 550 metres from this Lake Louise hostel and the Samson Native Gallery is 7 minutes' walk away. Also, the hostel is 4.7 km from such natural sights as Lake Agnes.

The Saddleback Pass is 250 metres away, and the Lake Louise Ski Resort, available to diversify your stay, is 25 minutes' walk away.

8.4
1454 reviews
From US$ 33 / night
  • Best-rated
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Hi Kananaskis Wilderness - Hostel

#1 Ribbon Creek Road
40.5 km (25.1 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Car park
  • Housekeeping
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Offerring a location 10 minutes by car from Troll Falls, the comfortable hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the large Olympic Chair Ski Resort, which is around 5 minutes away by car. Kovach Pond is 550 metres from the hostel, while nakiska gold chair is 2.9 km away.

9.1
167 reviews
~ US$32 / night

Hi Kananaskis Wilderness - Hostel

40.5 km (25.1 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Car park
  • Housekeeping
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Hi Kananaskis Wilderness - Hostel

Offerring a location 10 minutes by car from Troll Falls, the comfortable hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the large Olympic Chair Ski Resort, which is around 5 minutes away by car. Kovach Pond is 550 metres from the hostel, while nakiska gold chair is 2.9 km away.

9.1
167 reviews
From US$ 32 / night
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Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club Of Canada

201 Indian Flats Road
21.4 km (13.3 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf course
  • Sun terrace

Offerring a location in the vicinity of Canmore Engine Bridge, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the craft Wild Life Distillery, which is only 1.5 km away. Also, the Canmore hostel is approximately a 15-minute ride from such natural sights as Quarry Lake Park.

Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre is among the cultural highlights close to the 37-room Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club Of Canada, situated 3.8 km away.

Certain rooms include such comforts as an iron with ironing board and air conditioning, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Guests can also enjoy a sun terrace, while an adjoining terrace and a kitchenette are available, too.

8.9
276 reviews
~ US$72 / night

Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club Of Canada

21.4 km (13.3 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf course
  • Sun terrace

Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club Of Canada

Offerring a location in the vicinity of Canmore Engine Bridge, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the craft Wild Life Distillery, which is only 1.5 km away. Also, the Canmore hostel is approximately a 15-minute ride from such natural sights as Quarry Lake Park.

Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre is among the cultural highlights close to the 37-room Canmore Alpine Hostel - Alpine Club Of Canada, situated 3.8 km away.

Certain rooms include such comforts as an iron with ironing board and air conditioning, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Guests can also enjoy a sun terrace, while an adjoining terrace and a kitchenette are available, too.

8.9
276 reviews
From US$ 72 / night
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Hi Castle Mountain - Hostel

Hwy 1A & Hwy 93 South
26.1 km (16.2 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Entertainment
  • Skiing

The Castle Junction hostel is located in proximity to Lake Louise, within easy reach of Rockbound Lake. In addition, Castle Cliffs can be found just 1.2 km from the hostel.

8.5
154 reviews
~ US$29 / night

Hi Castle Mountain - Hostel

26.1 km (16.2 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Entertainment
  • Skiing

Hi Castle Mountain - Hostel

The Castle Junction hostel is located in proximity to Lake Louise, within easy reach of Rockbound Lake. In addition, Castle Cliffs can be found just 1.2 km from the hostel.

8.5
154 reviews
From US$ 29 / night
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Hi Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel

Po Box 1358, Banff
72.7 km (45.2 mi) from Banff
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Sun terrace
8.4
187 reviews
~ US$169 / night

Hi Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel

72.7 km (45.2 mi) from Banff
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Sun terrace

Hi Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel

8.4
187 reviews
From US$ 169 / night
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The Orchard

5017 British Columbia 93 B27 Unit 1
70.5 km (43.8 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • Sun terrace

In addition, Sinclair Canyon can be found a short way from the Radium Hot Springs hostel.

This comfortable hostel offers access to the Kootenay Valley Viewpoint, which is only 500 metres away.

7.2
128 reviews
~ US$35 / night

The Orchard

70.5 km (43.8 mi) from Banff
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • Sun terrace

The Orchard

In addition, Sinclair Canyon can be found a short way from the Radium Hot Springs hostel.

This comfortable hostel offers access to the Kootenay Valley Viewpoint, which is only 500 metres away.

7.2
128 reviews
From US$ 35 / night
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Party Hostel - The Canmore Hotel Hostel

738 8 Street
17.7 km (11.0 mi) from Banff
  • Restaurant
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Golf course

Staying at the Canmore hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Big Head Sculpture, located a mere 7 minutes' walk away. Save-On-Foods can be reached in close proximity to the Canmore property.

The Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park is 2.4 km from this hostel.

7.1
575 reviews
~ US$22 / night

Party Hostel - The Canmore Hotel Hostel

17.7 km (11.0 mi) from Banff
  • Restaurant
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Golf course

Party Hostel - The Canmore Hotel Hostel

Staying at the Canmore hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Big Head Sculpture, located a mere 7 minutes' walk away. Save-On-Foods can be reached in close proximity to the Canmore property.

The Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park is 2.4 km from this hostel.

7.1
575 reviews
From US$ 22 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Hostels in Banff, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Hi Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

8.5 / 10

(1912 Reviews)

From 34$
Samesun Banff Hostel

8.0 / 10

(1303 Reviews)

From 33$
Banff International Hostel

7.5 / 10

(1463 Reviews)

From 20$
Canmore Downtown Hostel

9.1 / 10

(1677 Reviews)

From 49$
Hi Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

8.4 / 10

(1454 Reviews)

From 33$

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7.9
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~ US$ 33 / night
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8.1
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~ US$ 129 / night
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9.1
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~ US$ 180 / night
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8.7
2298 reviews
~ US$ 123 / night
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hostels in Banff are budget-friendly for backpackers?

Banff International Hostel and Samesun Banff Hostel offer affordable prices starting at $20 and $33 respectively. These hostels provide shared dorms and a great atmosphere for meeting other travelers.

Tip:

Arrive early to secure a spot in the mixed dorms, which usually fill up quickly during peak season.

What hostels in Banff allow pets?

Samesun Banff Hostel is pet-friendly, welcoming your furry friends. This is a great option if you want to explore the area without leaving your dog behind.

Tip:

Call ahead to confirm availability of pet-friendly rooms since options may be limited during busy times.

Which hostels in Banff have a great kitchen for cooking meals?

Both Hi Banff Alpine Centre and Hi Lake Louise Alpine Centre feature well-equipped kitchens. This allows guests to prepare their own meals and save money on dining out.

Tip:

Plan to visit grocery stores in Banff for fresh ingredients, especially before weekends when fresh produce is less available.

Which Banff hostels provide easy access to hiking trails?

Hi Castle Mountain - Hostel is situated near popular hiking trails. You can easily explore beautiful spots like Johnston Canyon and Tunnel Mountain from there.

Tip:

Pack a lunch and start your hike early to beat the crowds and enjoy cooler morning temperatures.

What hostels in Banff are near public transport options?

Canmore Downtown Hostel is conveniently located near bus stops that connect to Banff and Lake Louise. This makes it easier for guests to reach various attractions without a car.

Tip:

Purchase a day pass for public transportation to save on travel costs as you explore the area.

What are the best hostels with social activities in Banff?

Samesun Banff Hostel often organizes events and outings for its guests, making it a social hotspot. It's a great place to meet travelers and make new friends.

Tip:

Join the evening activities to not only meet people but also to find out about hidden gems in the area from fellow guests.

Which Banff hostels are best for a quiet stay?

Hi Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel offers a peaceful environment surrounded by nature. This is ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

Tip:

Visit in the shoulder season (spring or fall) when it's less crowded for an even more tranquil experience.

What unique local events should I experience in Banff?

The Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival in October showcases films and books related to mountain culture. It's an exciting experience for outdoor and adventure enthusiasts.

Tip:

Book your tickets early, as they can sell out quickly due to high interest in the festival.

What outdoor activities are popular in Banff?

Hiking, skiing, and wildlife viewing are popular activities in Banff National Park. These experiences allow you to connect with stunning nature and observe local wildlife.

Tip:

Dress in layers and always check the weather before heading out, as temperatures can change rapidly.

How can I effectively navigate transportation in Banff?

Public transit options like Roam Transit connect Banff to nearby towns, and the bus service runs frequently. Utilizing this can save you time and parking fees.

Tip:

Plan your travel during off-peak hours (mid-morning or midday) for less crowded buses.

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