Banff

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Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

Downtown District
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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
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Tunnel Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Tunnel Mountain District
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Banff Centre District

If you're spending some time in Banff Centre District, Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Banff Centre District
Easily one of the coolest hotels, in the most majestic of settings. What a cool place!

Banff Springs District

While visiting Banff Springs District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre.

Banff Springs District
Banff Gondola featuring a gondola, snow and landscape views

Sulphur Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Sulphur Mountain District, Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Sulphur Mountain District
Hidden Ridge Resort
Hidden Ridge Resort
3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
The price is SAR 579 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
SAR 579
SAR 644 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,350 reviews)
"I love staying at Hidden Ridge Resort for their flexibility in room options, their pool/hot tub/sauna area. Also if you love wood burning fire in your room the firewood is included!! Always a great time"

Reviewed on 22 April 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB
The price is SAR 485 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
SAR 485
SAR 539 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,622 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 23 April 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 323 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
SAR 323
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,404 reviews)
"The room was spacious and had everything we needed. Loved having full size appliances. The room could have been a little cleaner in areas but overall it was good. The amenities were awesome! My kids loved the water slides and play zone. The free bus passes for Banffs public transit was awesome and ..."

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hidden Ridge Resort
Hidden Ridge Resort
3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,350 reviews)
"I love staying at Hidden Ridge Resort for their flexibility in room options, their pool/hot tub/sauna area. Also if you love wood burning fire in your room the firewood is included!! Always a great time"

Reviewed on 22 April 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
Stay at this 3-star ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,404 reviews)
"The room was spacious and had everything we needed. Loved having full size appliances. The room could have been a little cleaner in areas but overall it was good. The amenities were awesome! My kids loved the water slides and play zone. The free bus passes for Banffs public transit was awesome and ..."

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Basecamp Suites Banff
Basecamp Suites Banff
2.5 out of 5
101, 316 Marten St, Banff, AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful & informative especially Casey & Milly"

Reviewed on 22 April 2025

Basecamp Suites Banff
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Banff

4.8
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
681
5 - Excellent 80%
4 - Good
151
4 - Good 18%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 1%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Fantastic mountain resort town. Gorgeous and lots to do.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Banff is a beautiful winter wonderland! I will definitely come back to relax the mind. My 10 year old loved it... however it may be harder to hike with smaller children.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

This is a ski / resort town . IE nothing is cheap . Average meal for two Is 50 ca , also Parking is ruff . Over all every person working in Banff was super nice - great getaway- think spring time would be a zoo . But for our long weekend it great !

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great skiing and a wonderful ski town. The skiing rivals Vail, the vistas even more stunning and the town is a real ski town, not a contrived “resort.” Not pretentious, not expensive. It’s a Western ski town with a little European, Alpine feel to it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great skiing, beautiful views.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful place !!