HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Building design
Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Building design
Building design
Building design

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 838
AED 932 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun

Room options

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Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Six Male Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Ensuite

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Heating
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom (Private Cabin with Fireplace and lounge area)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

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Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Design Shared Dormitory

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, shared washroom

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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Heating
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Design Room

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Heating
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, private washroom

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Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB, T1L1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Banff Springs Golf Club - 13 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 6 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Investments Ltd - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive

About this property

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Hostel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel. The on-site restaurant, Cougar Pete's, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Games, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 54 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cougar Pete's
  • The Storm Cellar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Alpine Centre Hostel
HI-Banff Alpine Centre
HI-Banff Alpine Centre Hostel
Hi-Banff Alpine Centre Hotel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre
HI Banff Alpine Centre
Hi Banff Alpine Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel located?

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Surprise Corner and Bow River. Victoria Glacier and Tunnel Mountain Trail are also within 1 mi (2 km). Banff Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 479 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 479 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 479 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 479 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 479 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Brilliant Stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Best stay in banff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

A great alternative to hotel properties. Very appropriate and comfortable for the price point. Everything you need is here to allow you to explore.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I love the vibes
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

It is affordable and supports a good cause, Hostelling International
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

I loved to stay here. One suggestion: paper towel in the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Would definitely recommend to my friends. One of the hostels I ever stayed in Banff. 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent staff and accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

It is a lovely spot in the trees with wild life near by. I thought that the Big3 shuttles picked up directly at the hostel. I was wrong you needed to take a 6 min bus to a bus Banff av. where you hop on the free shuttle to one of the 3 ski ressorts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Always wonderful staff and accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Perfect spot in Banff. Cheap option close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Aweosme place to stay great people, they have a bar that is open very late and a cafe in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Freindly staff, clean, amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

We had a privet room and was a great option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Good place for good money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Friendly and help staff. Nice facility. Bunkbeds and storage were good. Very affordable compared to other Banff options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Price is reasonable and is close to the town. I love the option that they have a mini restaurant to dine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Just one and half kms walk from downtown Banff! The location, pricing and tons of group activities that happens in this hostel is a real return for your bucks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Right in the mountain! Beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

All the guests were very friendly what a great spot to stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023