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Bow View Lodge

2.0 star property

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Restaurant
Pool
Exterior
Signature Studio Suite, River View
Run of House

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

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228 Bow Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A5
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Hot Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, River View

Room, Multiple Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Run of House

Run of House

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Studio Suite, River View

Signature Studio Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 54 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Murphy Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Run Of House

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

River Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

River View Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Standard King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double (Pet Room)

Standard Double (Pet Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Two Double Pet Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Standard Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

River View Two Double Beds Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Premium River View King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Banff

A stay at Bow View Lodge places you in the heart of Banff, a 7-minute drive from Upper Hot Springs. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Banff National Park Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • 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

  • Banff Station - 6 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Magpie & Stump - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Restaurant & Lobby Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bow View Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and a sauna
Bow View Lodge offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 58 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and portable fans.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite at La Terrazza at Banff Park, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and noon.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; CAD 25 to 32 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Crave at Banff Park Lodge
  • La Terrazza at Banff Park

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 25 to 32 for adults, and CAD 0 to 15 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

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Bow View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1008 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siddharth, North York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall expected reached.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Staff & service
It needs big time upgrading and a new facelift
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Harpreet

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Glen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel in good location, but old. Carpet was dirty and also had holes in the carpet. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Poor value for the price -- a tired and old property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vishwesh

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tianshu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the center of Banff town. Beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

cristita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to the town, staffs are friendly. No free breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room. Thermostat would not heat the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline, Key Biscayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great for avoiding the summer crowds, “reasonable” for Banff prices, with access to sister properties with pool and dining. Rooms were spacious though dated; no AC in summer. Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alap

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel and was extremely disappointed with the overall experience. The property is clearly old and tired, in desperate need of renovation and maintenance. For a rate of $500 per night, I expected a much higher standard of comfort and service. The amenities were minimal and underwhelming, and the service was equally poor—staff seemed disengaged and unhelpful. To make matters worse, the window in the room was leaking cold air during the night, and there was no heater provided. It was an uncomfortable and frustrating experience, especially given the high price point. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this property to anyone. It simply does not deliver value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very surprised at how dated this property actually is. Especially for the price that we paid. When we checked in, there was other people checking in, who were just walk-ins and they were paying $200 less than what we paid online. It was very disappointing. There was no air conditioning. The on-site restaurant is not actually on site. The view is of a dirty parking lot. To pay almost $600 for a night when people walking in were paying $300 a night was very upsetting. Especially . The on-site restaurant is not actually on site. The view is of a dirty parking lot. To pay almost $600 for a night when people walking in we’re paying $300 a night was very upsetting. Especially considering the rooms haven’t been updated since probably 1980. We are travelling across Canada and we really just feel like we got completely ripped off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was average. They upgraded us to a room with a river view and balcony which was nice. No air conditioning but they provided two fans. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to shopping, restaurants and tour pickups. My husband constantly complained about how expensive everything is but it is a main tourist area so that’s to be expected (also when you convert the prices to US dollars it’s not as bad as it looks).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan E

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to Banff downtown
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaxeng

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shreyas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pardeep

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tzu Chao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025