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The Dorothy Motel

3.0 star property

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
Courtyard
Courtyard
Courtyard
Rooftop pool

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior King Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the area

Banff

With a stay at The Dorothy Motel in Banff (Uptown District), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and 9 minutes from Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre. .This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Banff National Park and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Upper Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Victoria Glacier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 18 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Dorothy Motel

Hotel in Banff with free parking
The Dorothy Motel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 43-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. Additional features at this hotel include bike parking and bike repair services.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

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 allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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. 704 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern bright room with excellent coffee service for the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Herminio Villatoro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay. The room was clean and fully stocked plus it was really spacious, excellent location just a short walk (20 min.) to downtown Banff. The service was excellent and having access to the hot pools was a nice bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My best favorite hotel in Banff now. Very clean, nice rooms and the staff is amazing, solid! I will stay there again and again! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mya

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I had an impromptu visit to Banff last week and I found the Dorothy on Expedia. It was really inexpensive and was a wonderful little motel. The staff at the Canoe where we checked in were super nice and accommodating. The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. We were given complimentary bus tickets to get around Banff with which was great as parking in Banff has become very expensive for day parking. Highly recommend the Dorothy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean - loved the non carpeted floors. All renovated rooms also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay in Banf
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Dorothy Motel is a home away from home for our family. It’s our preferred place to stay in Banff - the rooms are clean and modern, and the staff are professional and friendly. We love it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

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

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated modern accommodations with charm!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

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

Super!!!!

Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodymae

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing. It’s across the street from the main hotel but it’s a quick walk to go use the hot pools there. The curb appeal is seriously lacking and I was pretty nervous when we first pulled up but was pleasantly surprised by the room itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's an older property that has been renovated very nice. The doors lead directly outside - no inside hall - that could be a problem for some at -30. Pool in the main hotel across the street - very nice and has changerooms etc! Good value - they give bus tickets if the walk to town is to much (about 15-20 min at a comfortable pace)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best motel you will stay at. Newly renovated with so much character and charm. Also loved the hot pools over at canoe across the road. Rocky mt soap co products in room and they smell amazing. Cannot recommend this place enough
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise Miles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations. Checkin was smooth, rooms are clean and modern. Also had microwave and fridge in the room. Staff are very helpful and nice. Location is quiet, away from the busy streets, but very walkable going to restaurants and shops. I love that it is situated near a 24hr Co Op convenience store and a gasoline station. We really enjoyed our stay here in Dorothy. All of us were very happy and satisfied, we would totally stay here again if we ever come back to Banff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Excellent place to stay

We weren’t able to check in remotely using the app, but it is a short walk to the Canoe hotel’s front desk to check in personally. Excellent room, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was honestly amazing, a great deal and I won’t consider it a motel. It was super modern and clean. Getting to use the hot pools at the hotel too was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location! Would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025