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HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB, T1L1B3
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Surprise Corner
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Male Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Person Mixed Dormitory Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Shared Washroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Six Female Dormitory Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, shared washroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room, bunk beds, private washroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Banff

Tunnel Mountain District stay.You'll be steps from Surprise Corner and within a 10-minute walk of Bow River with a stay at this Tunnel Mountain District hostel. Victoria Glacier and Tunnel Mountain Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Surprise Corner - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 8 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Hostel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Banff hostel.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel offers 54 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This Banff hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
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Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 11:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. 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

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number 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

How close is HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel to the airport?

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel is 86 mi (98-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 HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel on Apr 23, 2026 start from $97, 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 HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel.

Does HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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.

Is there free parking at HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel have a pool?

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel have a restaurant?

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel is home to Cougar Pete's, which features garden views, happy hour, and light fare.

Does HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel to downtown Banff?

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel is 1.1 mi away from Banff.

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 556 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in cabin 1 and it was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeanette

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No curtains in bunk areas. You hear and feel every movement of your bunk mate in the rickety beds. Showers were dimly lit with a grimy feel and no actual dry area for drying off. Their showers made my mediocre gym showers feel classy. Decent industrial kitchen but the only water kettle was cheap plastic. I could not find any coffee making equipment in the kitchen, however they will sell you coffee at their in house cafe. The public food storage bins should all be run through a dishwasher. Many more items I could list but let’s just say this place is tired and ready for a reno/update
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guitana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing great staff:)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joswin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mingchen

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Vera

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was decent, the common area was nice too but the lower level & hallways could use some maintenance & better upkeep. Just didn't have cozy vibes and felt like walking around in a mechanical room / hall. Baseboards were off the wall, paint needed etc
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a hostel and this place exceeded my expectations. The staff was friendly, free bear spray to check out each day, free bus pass, large lockers and under bed storage. The restaurant and bar had great food and drink options at an affordable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunita, South San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really good stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean great ammenities- restaurant bar kitchen laundry wifi etc. very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsubasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madan Mohan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025