Bow View Lodge

2.0 star property

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Signature Studio Suite, River View
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Living area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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228 Bow Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A5
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • River view

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • River view

Run of House

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Studio Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Murphy Beds
  • River view

Run Of House

  • Sleeps 2

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

River Suite

  • Sleeps 4

River View Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double (Pet Room)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Two Double Pet Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

River View Two Double Beds Room

  • Sleeps 3

Premium River View King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Bow View Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants, in the vicinity of Upper Hot Springs
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a sauna. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a hot tub, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request.
Bow View Lodge offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

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

Bow View Lodge's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bow River. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 7 minutes by car from Upper Hot Springs
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Bow View Lodge offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at Bow View Lodge. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Banff hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
La Terrazza at Banff Park - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Crave at Banff Park Lodge - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CAD 27 to 32 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Crave at Banff Park Lodge
  • La Terrazza at Banff Park

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 27 to 32 for adults, and CAD 0 to 15 for children

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Bow View Banff
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Bow View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1007 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bob

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was at a sister property nearby. Restaurant/lounge were also at the sistet property. Staff were great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DARYL PICONES DE

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the mountains and water. Super close walk to everything downtown and plenty of beautiful hikes! Nice King size bed , couch , balcony with table and chairs , bathtub , TV and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana, Windsor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exception staff, cleanliness of room and view! The only thing that precludes me from giving 5 stars is the overpowering smell of cannabis in the hallway, elevator,—-pretty much everywhere except our room. Though we were on a no smoking floor, we we accosted with a strong scent of cannabis as soon as we left the room. Also, we found it to be a little bit misleading, that the promised pool, hot tub, and sauna were not part of the hotel, but the property across the parking lot. Otherwise, great staff and view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Todd

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brennan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammed

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Mountain view excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Steps away from walking trail along the bow river
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty close to the railway station. The trains rolling in an out of the station make sure to honk excessively for reasons best known to the railway bosses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very pleasant stay, we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the hotel was wonderful. The staff were exceptionally kind and attentive, always ready to help with a smile. I especially appreciated the peaceful atmosphere—it was quiet and relaxing, perfect for resting after a long day. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenxi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tan Thuan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the place is quite comfortable and convenient, basically some meters away from Banff town. I am not happy that we can hear noises from other rooms, and I am sure they heard us too. Our room was well prepared but there are some dusts on carpet and bed corners. Other than that, it's generally clean. The staffs are super nice and helpful! I am sure they can solve any questions you have!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our second time staying at Bow View Lodge, and once again, it did not disappoint! From the warm, friendly welcome at check-in to the peaceful atmosphere throughout our stay, everything was just as perfect as we remembered. The location is unbeatable, right by the Bow River with incredible views of the mountains. It’s so relaxing to wake up and take in the scenery from the room or the outdoor patio. The lodge has a great mix of comfort and charm, and the staff are always eager to make sure everything is just right.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, free parking and staff is friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surendhar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mountain View
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was as described. Nothing fancy, if a little warm. The beds were quite small, and they had squeezed two into a small room. We got a river view, but didn't spend much time in the room to appreciate it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice and friendly staff, gave helpful recommendations on nearby hiking trails
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cody

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was dated but still clean. Pricing could have been better due to the off season. This property would not be my first choice due to pricing, but I would stay here again if other properties didn't have vacancy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this property, they have Clean and huge rooms. The front desk is nice and very helpful and is walkable to restaurants and shopping centers
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cory

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Underwhelming and oversold and underdelivered
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025