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Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Property class: 3

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Located close to Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Tunnel Mountain, Banff Ptarmigan Inn provides a bar, a business center, and a steam room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 1,639
AED 1,855 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Split Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, and framed pictures on the walls.

Superior Room 2 Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(107 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a phone and a lamp.

Standard Room 1 King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a patterned wallpaper.

Superior Split Room.

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, wall-mounted lamps, a framed picture, and a window.

Superior Room 2 Queens

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with chairs, a window with a view, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Room 1 King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a dresser, and a wall-mounted picture.

Mountain View King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee machine, and a large window.

Standard Room Two Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(99 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(110 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a telephone on a nightstand.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a patterned carpet, and a balcony with a railing.

Mountain View King Suite, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a patterned design, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

Superior Split Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

In the mountains, Banff Ptarmigan Inn is in Downtown District, a walkable area in Banff with good shopping. Banff Gondola and Bowl Valley Five Pin and Pints are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tunnel Mountain and Upper Hot Springs. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Canmore Recreation Centre, or consider a night out at Banff International Research Station. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and ice skating. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Banff travel guide
Map
337 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1H8

What's nearby

  • A Rocky Mountain Railway train traveling along a river surrounded by mountains.
    Banff National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A river winding through a forest with mountains in the background.
    Banff National Park Information Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A gazebo in a park with a mountain in the background.
    Central Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A modern building complex with a mountain backdrop.
    Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Canada House Gallery
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station
    7 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    93 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    9 min walk
  • Banff Avenue Brewing Co
    7 min walk
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • The Canadian Brewhouse
    2 min walk
  • Shoku Izakaya
    5 min walk

About this property

Banff Ptarmigan Inn

  • Hotel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
  • Close to Tunnel Mountain, Banff Ptarmigan Inn provides a bar, a business center, and a steam room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • A free area shuttle, a front-desk safe, and a computer station
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 134 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,700 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

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 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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
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

Property 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Banff Ptarmigan Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff Ptarmigan Inn on 27 August 2026 start from AED 1,639, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Banff Ptarmigan Inn located?

Located in Downtown District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Canadian Ski Museum West and Banff National Park Information Centre. Banff Gondola and Upper Hot Springs are also within 3 mi (5 km). Banff Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Banff Ptarmigan Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1269 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 591 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 209 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 2171 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

João Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room size is really good, location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on Banff Avenue and staff were very helpful! Breakfast was excellent - best we had on trip and very reasonable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morris T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Central for all Banff has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The Inn was conveniently located near several shopping areas and tours.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good bed & bedding. But the pillows smelled like BO. Restaurant/bar on site was great! Excellent location. Parking included. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vishal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to explore downtown and it's all at a walking distance from the hotel. Also, they provided free transit pass which came in handy to travel to a few important spots like the Gandola, hot springs, Lake Minawanka, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff and rooms very nice. Food was also excellent at restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ari Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but very nice. Located right downtown banff next to public transit and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and comfortable room, helpful staff, summer rates are high and should include breakfast but it doesn't.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

cherilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location ans staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, central.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kishor Rammurthy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff. The front office manager Pooja was awesome person. Great location. Breakfast was also good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and a comfortable stay. Great location and good experience overall. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sunmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great space! Right in the heart and minutes walking from everything we wanted to see and do. Room was spacious and clean and they even included a toy for our pet. Didn’t try any of the food on location so can’t speak to that. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean property and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very central, property is very clean and well maintained. The room was spacious and very comfortable. Our only issue was there was no lunch available but there are many other restaurants near by . We will book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfy room with good bedside lighting, thick towels, great shower, good location. Free onsite parking was also a bonus
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay, perfect location and great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like hotel no real issue we loved location could walk to all places Think the price is over priced
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! Clean and perfect location to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha (Page)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here. Super convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sabine j de

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of town. Plenty of near by options to eat Easy parking. Helpful staff and excellent coffee. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to nearby trails and restaurants. Had a patio to enjoy the great weather.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026