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4.5 out of 5

"The room was decently renovated, but with moderate finishes. It seemed pricey for the quality; but the whole Banff area was pricey - for good reason… ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 11 Jun 2023

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Hotel Description

3-star hotel near Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

Downtown District stay

At this Downtown District hotel, you'll be steps from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and within a 15-minute walk of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Dining, sauna

This hotel features a restaurant, a spa tub, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the sauna and perks like free WiFi. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a terrace are also offered.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$110* Per night/room Apr 4 - Apr 5

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Loft

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

The Elk & Avenue Hotel ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Elk & Avenue Hotel

Everyone (2) Couples (4) Family (1)
5 out of 5
The room was decently renovated, but with moderate finishes. It seemed pricey for the quality; but the whole Banff area was pricey - for good reason… it is spectacularly beautiful!

Posted by , from COLUMBUS on Jun 11, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 21, 2023 by Jozette (Front Office Supervisor)

Dear Karen,Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back to our hotel in the future! Warm Regards

5 out of 5
The location is so convenient.

Posted by , from MISSION VIEJO on May 29, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 1, 2023 by Mathieu (Front Office Supervisor)

Dear Joan,Thank you for your rating. I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back to our hotel in the future! Warm Regards

3 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 16, 2022

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5 out of 5
Excellent!

Posted by on Aug 23, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 26, 2022 by Front office supervisor

Dear Wasima,Thank you for your kind review.I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at the Elk & Avenue Hotel and found our facilities and location convenient.We look forward to your future stay with us!Warm RegardsMathieuFront Office SupervisorElk & Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
I had put the deposit down on debit and then when I asked the next morning the staff said I was all good to go and then after I walked away she called my phone after we were on the road to tell me I had to come back to do the deposit refund. Also there was a domestic dispute going on with physicality and yelling and it wasn’t until I asked staff to step in they did. Staff should be checking on situations like this as it was quite severe.

Posted by on May 16, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 22, 2022 by Front office supervisor

Dear Taryn, Thank you for taking the time to review your past stay at the Elk & Avenue, We do apologize for the issue you had with the deposit. Unfortunately with debit card we do request guest to stop by at check-in to receive their money back it is why hotel require credit card for check-in. Our staff mentioned that she was on the phone when you came at first and that she made a mistake by letting you go. As for the domestic that you mention staff were aware of it and checking the situation, guests were here for couple of days already and we were trying to work on a adult to adult conversation prior calling the RCMP .But after a long talk and more information from both party we were able to judge the situation. thank you Mathieu Front Office Supervisor

5 out of 5
Great service and staff missed being able to use a gym

Posted by on Feb 28, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 8, 2022 by Front office supervisor

Dear karen, Thank you for your kind review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at the Elk & Avenue Hotel and found our facilities and location convenient. I am also pleased to read your notes about our staff. We look forward to your future stay with us! Warm Regards Mathieu Front Office Supervisor Elk & Avenue Hotel

5 out of 5
Staff were exceptionally helpful. Location was perfect Room was on the small side.

Posted by on Apr 1, 2021

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Apr 3, 2021 by front office supervisor

Dear Guest, Thank you for the kind review. It is such a pleasure to read that you found the rooms nice and clean. We are very pleased you found the staff very friendly and enjoyed the food. And it is pleasure to hear you that you will highly recommend us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Banff in the near future. Warm Regards Mathieu Front Office Supervisor Elk + Avenue Hotel

5 out of 5
A great place to stay. Clean and central. Parking was tough. Great stay!

Posted by on Mar 30, 2021

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Apr 3, 2021 by front office supervisor

Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at the Elk & Avenue Hotel and found our facilities and location convenient. We look forward to your future stay with us! Warm Regards Mathieu Front Office Supervisor Elk & Avenue Hotel

About the The Elk & Avenue Hotel

Location 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L1B1

Property Features

The Elk & Avenue Hotel offers its guests a spa tub and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine are also featured at The Elk & Avenue Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1988
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Banff Station (0.5 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Elk & Avenue Hotel offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • HD television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Down blanket
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Farm & Fire - Onsite restaurant.

Good Earth - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a spa tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at 2:00 AM
  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 24 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and cash

Cashless transactions are available

This property uses solar energy

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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 credit 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, American Express, JCB International, and cash. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 18
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: CAD 2 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 5 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Hotel Names

  • Banff International
  • Elk Avenue Hotel Banff
  • Hotel Banff International
  • Elk Avenue Hotel
  • Elk Avenue Banff
  • The Elk Avenue Hotel
  • The Elk Avenue Hotel
  • The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel
  • The Elk & Avenue Hotel Banff
  • The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel Banff

You should know

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.