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Otter Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Banff National Park Information Centre

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1000 600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1H8
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, and a carpeted floor.

Hotel Room 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a large window, and a view of greenery.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden paneling, and a bench with robes.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a power outlet.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a chair, and a view of mountains through a window.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior King Suite

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a built-in window offering a view of greenery.

Superior King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mountain View King Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two stools, and a view of a mountainous landscape through the windows.

Mountain View King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Accessible Room, King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of greenery outside.

Superior Accessible Room, King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Banff

Uptown District stay.Your stay at this Uptown District hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cascade Shops and Canadian Ski Museum West. Banff Off-Leash Dog Park and Banff National Park Information Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Canada House Gallery - 5 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Central Park - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 20 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Indian Curry House - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Otter Hotel

4-star hotel near Banff National Park Information Centre
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Otter Hotel offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a fitness center. Otter Hotel also features multilingual staff, a fireplace in the lobby, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 174 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Otter Hotel offers 174 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. This Banff hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • 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 day
  • 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
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
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. 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, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Otter Hotel Hotel
Otter Hotel Banff
Otter Hotel Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

How close is Otter Hotel to the airport?

Otter Hotel is 83.9 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 Otter Hotel?

As of Sep 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otter Hotel on Oct 5, 2026 start from $531, 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 Otter Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Otter Hotel.

Does Otter Hotel offer free breakfast?

Otter Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Otter Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Otter Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Otter Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Otter Hotel have a pool?

Otter Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Otter Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Otter Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Otter Hotel to downtown Banff?

Otter Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Banff.

Otter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1761 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 2221 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SUMANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown Banff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, clean and great setting in the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHMUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel good staf
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chadwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Restaurant and Hot Tub area was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GREG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s amazing location we have enjoyed the view of the mountains around . Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel inside the park
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Princess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was exceptional. Loved the food, hot tubs, and comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, great restaurant and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel in the heart of the town. Beautiful views from the rooftop pool and the restaurant in the hotel was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice room and lobby
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sushan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location was perfect and the service was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hot tub! Great hotel ambiance! Great family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EVELYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel, great amenities. really loved the room and the hot tub with mountain views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvia Saveria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay one of my favorites in Banff! Love the hot pools and that they stay open past 10pm
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property in Banff! Very clean and modern
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay, facility was very clean and rooftop hot tubs/fire tables/sauna was absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outdoor hot tub was incredible with the most beautiful view of the mountains and the staff was so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VIVIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, great location, affiliated restaurants were some of our favorites
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay and enjoyed the outdoor hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

akacia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great accommodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tubs were a nice added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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