Bow View Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel near Upper Hot Springs in Banff

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Restaurant
Run of House | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Signature Studio Suite, River View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Run of House

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 169 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Signature Studio Suite, River View

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

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

Room, Multiple Beds, River View

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double (Pet Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Banff

Downtown District stay.Stay at this Downtown District hotel and you'll be 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Upper Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Upper Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Tunnel Mountain - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Magpie & Stump - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Restaurant & Lobby Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bow View Lodge

Hotel near Upper Hot Springs in Banff
Bow View Lodge offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at Bow View Lodge. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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

Things to do

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

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 accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bow View Lodge to the airport?

Bow View Lodge is 85.4 mi (95-min drive) away from the Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bow View Lodge?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bow View Lodge on Oct 8, 2025 start from $249.06, 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.

Does Bow View Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Bow View Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

Does Bow View Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Bow View Lodge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 25 and 32 for adults, CAD 0 and 15 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Bow View Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Bow View Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Bow View Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bow View Lodge have a pool?

Bow View Lodge does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Bow View Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Bow View Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bow View Lodge to downtown Banff?

Bow View Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Banff.

Bow View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1004 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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Don’t waste your $ here.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic but clean and spacious. Conveniently located. Definitely dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Annabelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The beddings are smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Martina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty decent especially for the price! The front desk girl was so curtious and helpful. The only thing is don’t get a room by the lobby- it was noisy and people were very loud til midnight coming and going. Was tough when you had to be up by 6 am. Beds were comfortable also!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Trinh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No heat
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We had the family suite, sleeping six people. The room was clean and the beds comfortable but the carpeted floor was dark, stained and well-worn. Didn’t like that there was only one bathroom. Also, in order to get to the pool, you leave the hotel, cross the parking lot, enter the next hotel go downstairs, follow a hall and when you do find the pool, the lighting is very dim.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Um
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

our room had balcony overlooking river walk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a great location. Older building but very clean and at a good price! We were able to walk everywhere downtown from there/close to everything. The staff is great and helpful! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, PALOS HILLS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the bow river. Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Downtown Banff in a perfect location to shopping and wildlife viewing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy, Gilbert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Belinda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

louis

Disliked: Amenities
Slow , late checkin
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christian-ren, Castlegar

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice place and clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Danis

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dindo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located inside Banff town and customer service is superb.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is close to everything I wanted to go
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is old and it shows. We got stuck in the elevator because it’s old and probably not serviced regularly. No air conditioning and very shady electrical.
This is disgraceful.
Extension cords everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique it was a good stay the bed were very comfortably the staff was freindly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry, Peachland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was good, rooms were clean, hotel is very outdated and there are gaps at the top of the doors
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025