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Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Surprise Corner

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Property grounds
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Exterior
Luxury Villa | Living area
Luxury Villa | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surprise Corner
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Villa | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Villa

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Banff

Tunnel Mountain District stay.With a stay at this Tunnel Mountain District hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Surprise Corner and 2 miles (3 km) of Banff National Park Information Centre. Banff Legacy Trail and Tunnel Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Surprise Corner - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5-star hotel near Surprise Corner
Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers its guests a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 3983 square feet (370 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at Buffalo Mountain Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • 3983 sq ft of conference space
  • 370 sq m of conference space
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers 108 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 40 per person

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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Buffalo Mountain Banff

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Buffalo Mountain Lodge to the airport?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 84.9 mi (94-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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buffalo Mountain Lodge on May 28, 2026 start from $323, including 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 Buffalo Mountain Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 20 and 40 per person.

Is there a casino at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge have a restaurant?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is home to The Prow, which features happy hour.

Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Buffalo Mountain Lodge to downtown Banff?

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 1 mi away from Banff.

Buffalo Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1612 out of 2125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 2125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 2125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 2125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 2125 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beds were excellent. Fireplaces in all the rooms, with firewood and starter supplies provided. Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Manav

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose Lauro Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, good location. Thank you for the treats and upgraded room. Would like to know what brand mattress you use for the king sized bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect! Loved the fireplace in the room and the beautiful decor. Clean and cozy :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ceara Copps

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy cabin the woods! We loved the fireplace and felt like a little getaway even though it was so close to Banff! Favorite place to stay in Banff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Airi

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Staff were kind. Only complaint was that the rooms aren’t very sound proof. We are in a top floor King Suite and it almost sounded like there was someone above us the stomping was so loud.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a relaxing stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge. Friendly staff and cozy rooms make it a must stay every time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffalo Mountain Lodge always does not fail to impress me. Friendly staff. Great room options and cozy atmosphere makes it a top preference stay at Banff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sukhdev

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jaclynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Clean, bathroom and clawfoot tub were amazing! Beautiful Mountain View which they upgraded for free because it was my birthday!! Highly recommend, will definitely be staying there again. Thanks to the wonderful staff for making my bday perfect after a long day of skiing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the wood fire place in the room and hot tub area was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Radu

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always beautiful room, lots of kindling provided for wood burning fireplace, easy check in- love the restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Casie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were super clean and spacious. Loved the wood burning fireplace in the room. Bathroom was huge. Food at restaurant was delicious. Near downtown Banff without being directly in town. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026