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Banff Ptarmigan Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel near Banff Gondola in Banff

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Reception
Reception hall
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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337 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1H8
  • Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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Mountain View King Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Mountain View King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room Two Queens | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room Two Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room 1 King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room 1 King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room 2 Queens | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room 2 Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Split Room. | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Split Room.

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Superior Room 1 King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room 1 King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Banff

City center stay.At this Downtown District hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau, both within a 5-minute walk. Canadian Ski Museum West and Banff Legacy Trail are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 7 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Magpie & Stump - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Restaurant & Lobby Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Hotel near Banff Gondola in Banff
Banff Ptarmigan Inn offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1700 square feet (158 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Banff Ptarmigan Inn. A free area shuttle within 5 kilometers is available. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 1700 sq ft of conference space
  • 158 sq m of conference space
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Banff Ptarmigan Inn offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 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-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

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 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, 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.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 16 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Banff Ptarmigan Inn to the airport?

Banff Ptarmigan Inn is 85.7 mi (93-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 Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banff Ptarmigan Inn on Sep 21, 2025 start from $404.19, 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 Banff Ptarmigan Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Does Banff Ptarmigan Inn offer free breakfast?

Banff Ptarmigan Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Banff Ptarmigan Inn have a pool?

Banff Ptarmigan Inn does not have a pool.

Does Banff Ptarmigan Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Banff Ptarmigan Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Banff Ptarmigan Inn to downtown Banff?

Banff Ptarmigan Inn is 0.2 mi away from Banff.

Reviews

Banff Ptarmigan Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1010 out of 1773 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 492 out of 1773 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1773 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1773 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1773 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in downtown Banff. Really friendly, helpful staff at check in, free parking below ground. Large spacious room, with coffee and water in mugs and glasses (no plastic - excellent!)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlana

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property, front desk staff were all awesome! Very accommodating and helped us with all our questions. Even though an older hotel, we were pleased. Pillows could use an update and pls pls pls upgrade to two ply Kleenex. Miheal, from Croatia, who served us breakfast on the patio this morning was super sweet and offered us excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

XIAOYING

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Young

Traveled with family
The coffee machine was dusty and tne bathroom was cramped snd uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liping

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location close to downtown shopping area, restaurants and shuttle stops. Less than ten minutes walking to a large free parking lot in train station besides hotel parking. Free shuttle bus voucher. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, walkable area property is very easy to navigate, and the staff gave great suggestions of restaurants. I am vegan and I highly recommend nourish.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in around 8pm. The women who checked us in was incredibly helpful and friendly and gave us great tips for the area. My friend and I did the split room and it worked out great. The property was clean and cute and great proximity to food and shopping!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very close to the downtown which made it convenient for us! Everything is walking distance. Friendly staff. Average rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal Glen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the room and amenities especially the sauna and hot tub, the only concern was the fact that the hotel didn’t have any toothpaste or microwave. You had to go down to reheat the food, but their staff was accommodating and overall ambiance great! I’d give it a 4.5
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meressa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Irish

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Niky

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

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

8/10 Good

Terry

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

10/10 Excellent

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful from beginning to end. Staff did an excellent job.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location although room size is quite small and not well lighted. Brighter lighting in the room is much preferred personally.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

anita

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was unclean and the bathroom fan was broken and noisy .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shubham

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a week, and definitely would highly recommend it. Nicely located in the heart of downtown, great room service, kind people at the reception and has a rustic charm.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place close to the village great staff!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to all Downtown
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good location, staff were very helpful and friendly. Only detraction was the loud air conditioner
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was efficient, friendly, and super helpful. My room was clean and comfortable. Lighting could have been brighter and an arm chair would have a nice addition as I was there for 3 nights.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025