A Bear and Bison Inn

3.5 star property

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Exterior
A dining area with a large table set for six, surrounded by large windows offering mountain views.
Interior
A log cabin with a hot tub, wooden balconies, and a stone foundation.
A person in a yellow swimsuit sitting on the edge of a hot tub surrounded by snow-covered trees and a wooden fence.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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705 Benchlands Trail, Canmore, AB, T1W 3G9
  • Place, Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Canmore Caverns
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Honeymoon King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Travellers King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Travellers King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Travellers King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Travellers Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Travellers King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Honeymoon Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Travellers King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Chalet

  • Mountain view
  • 465 sq m
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

A Bear and Bison Inn

A restaurant, a hot tub, and an arcade/game room are available at this smoke-free inn. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite.
A Bear and Bison Inn offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary newspapers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Canmore inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the inn include a hot tub.

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

The free breakfast at A Bear and Bison Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Amenities include a terrace and Library
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Canmore Caverns and a few minutes from Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly A Bear and Bison Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Canmore inn is smoke free.

Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
A Bear and Bison Inn has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 39.95
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 39.95
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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.

  • Early check-in fee: CAD 39.95 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 39.95 (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. 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

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

A Bear and Bison Inn Inn
A Bear and Bison Inn Canmore
A Bear and Bison Inn Inn Canmore

A Bear and Bison Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 288 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was excellent. Quiet, comfy, clean, and breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Branko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice experience of staying in hotel with a home ambient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing, staff was super accommodating and nice to talk with. We are repeat stayers and will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful stay. Very clean, very friendly, wonderful view. Definitely will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sophina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Quiet. Clean and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Umaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fantastic We never ended up using the hot tub this time I also like the way the ice was in individual bags, that was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked for a night away to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Very clean property. This was our first time staying at an inn. We really enjoyed the feel of it. It was really cozy and comfortable and quiet. The large jacuzzi tub was great. Breakfast to our room in the morning was great. The most delicious breakfast and warm scone. We will definitely book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and service were awesome. We did not get a chance to go in the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and rustic. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was lovely, beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and the included breakfast is wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

INDER PAL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hospitality and Beautiful quiet, clean with Great Breakfast!! When booking do confirm if your downstairs or upstairs if you prefer mountain views, go upstairs!!! Fab Place 100% recommended for a couple rendezvous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valeriia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice . Beautiful mountain views absolutely stunning. The room was very clean and everything was spotless. We enjoyed the hot tub, which was a great way to relax. The breakfast was delicious and fresh. We really enjoyed our stay and would happily come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nidhin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean with spectacular Rockie views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Great stay. We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jean Paul

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel, with a mountain lodge feel. We had a lovely stay, played some games, and had a great sleep. 20 years ago we were married Here. It is still spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a gem this place is! The breakfast was sooo good and our room was very comfortable. Enjoyed chatting with the owner to get those tips about visiting Banff. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great rooms, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing here! The staff was wonderful, breakfasts were delicious and French press coffee!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing, great location to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Luda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Randie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found hairs in our bedding. Blue ones and black and there's not a proper bathroom. There's no heat control and the bed was really hard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026