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Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Surprise Corner

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Buffalo Mountain Lodge is steps from Banff National Park Info Centre. Travelers love the cozy lobby with a fireplace and coffee shop. After exploring, relax in the spa tub or enjoy happy hour at The Prow. The lodge offers free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and highly praised staff.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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  • Gym
  • Bar

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Room options

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Kitchenette
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Surprise Corner - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 5 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Hotel near Banff National Park Information Centre
Located close to Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain, Buffalo Mountain Lodge provides a coffee shop/cafe, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Prow, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and 1 meeting room
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 108 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Recycling, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: CAD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buffalo Mountain Cafe
  • The Prow

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,983 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Children up to the age of 17 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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 40 per person

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; cash is not accepted
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

Property is also known as

Buffalo Mountain Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Hotel Banff
Buffulo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is Buffalo Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Buffalo Mountain Lodge located?

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surprise Corner, Banff National Park Information Centre, and Banff Legacy Trail. Tunnel Mountain and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are also within 3 mi (5 km). Banff Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Buffalo Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1154 out of 1587 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1587 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1587 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1587 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1587 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff helpful and friendly and room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

gretty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing rooms, kind and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great for us, we loved the outdoor hot tub and the fireplace in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, the place was cozy, and the location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I loved this place ! It was cozy and exactly what we were looking for ! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, facilities, and room.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic stay! Loved the hot tub and views definitely worth it! Very nice getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge! The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The whole resort had a very cozy vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed Murtaza Uddin

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, the room was perfect, awesome location away from the crowds downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay awesome place to vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying at Buffalo Mountain Lodge. The dining options are great and the rooms are cozy. I love that every room has a wood burning fireplace!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seong Sik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay in banff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fav place to stay in Banff! The staff are lovely and I love the hot tub and wood burning fireplaces in the rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely decorated lobby & restaurant for Christmas
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parminder

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hospitality clean environment with nice views
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, nestled in the mountsins. Somewhat far from city centre though.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Premier Room was so cozy, comfortable beds, great views and having the wood fire on ar the end of the day was the icing on the cake! Pasta night on Mondays was a bonus, the food was so good and lovely surroundings and ambience and the service from the lodge staff was excellent! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wood burning fireplace and mountain views - amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean rooms, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a stable when we come to Banff. We have being staying here every time we come out for 7 years.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marushka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, and the room was gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at the beautiful lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025