Located close to Upper Hot Springs, Bow View Lodge provides an airport shuttle, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Room, Multiple Beds, River View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
27 reviews
(27 reviews)
River view
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
16 reviews
(16 reviews)
River view
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
14 reviews
(14 reviews)
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Room, 2 Double Beds, River View
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
20 reviews
(20 reviews)
River view
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Run of House
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
55 reviews
(55 reviews)
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Suite, 1 Bedroom
37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Signature Studio Suite, River View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
River view
54 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Murphy Beds
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Standard Double (Pet Room)
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
About the neighborhood
Located in Downtown District, a neighborhood in Banff, Bow View Lodge is near a train station and on a river. Banff Gondola and Mount Norquay Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Upper Hot Springs is another place to visit that comes recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and sledding. Visit our Banff travel guide
228 Bow Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A5
What's nearby
Banff National Park
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Banff National Park Information Centre
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Central Park
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Canada House Gallery
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Banff Station
6 min walk
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
95 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons
5 min walk
The Canadian Brewhouse
5 min walk
Indian Curry House
5 min walk
PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar
6 min walk
Yama Onigiri
3 min walk
About this property
Bow View Lodge
Hotel near Upper Hot Springs
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is located near Bow View Lodge, which provides an airport shuttle, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and bicycle parking
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 58 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 175 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Bow View Lodge?
As of 28 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bow View Lodge on 29 Shawwal 2026 start from SAR 319, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bow View Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Bow View Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Bow View Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Bow View Lodge located?
Located in Downtown District, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Upper Hot Springs. Banff Station is 6 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Bow View Lodge Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Stayed here for convenience to roam around Banff downtown and Banff national parks/lakes. Price is affordable on how close are you to places and accessibility to buses or shuttles around the area. The lodge is also clean and well-maintained by staff. I really had an amazing stay here.
This hotel was not our first choice and this is a reminder to myself to book early!
Bow View Lodge is centrally located and the rooms are a good size. That being said, it needs a good renovation and to be brought up to the 21st century.
The staff were very helpful and friendly.
From the moment we arrived at bow view lodge we felt at home. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. They gave advice when needed and were so helpful. The hotel is in prime location and just a minutes walk into the town not to mention it sits right on the side of the beautiful bow river. I can’t wait to visit again. Banff is out of this world, the views, the wildlife and the people are first class. The hotel room was well stocked with amenities, warm, and kept so clean by the staff every day. Thank you for the best stay for my special birthday. I hope it won’t be too long before I return.
I did run of the house and got a Queen size bed with a nice sofa and the river outside my balcony windows. A simple and comfortable stay. A 2 minute walk from downtown where all the restaurants and shops are.
Good amenities (fridge and coffee machine in the room, plus a microwave in each floor near the elevator). Location wise, very good as it is walking distance to the city centre.
Staff was very friendly, helpful, and professtional. Sadly I had to cut my last stay short and checked out on my final night. Loved the location and close proximity to downtown. Beautiful surrounding around the hotel, especially the lovely walkway behind the hotel and water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Laura
21 September 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are clean, the staff helpful and efficient. The beds were comfy and the location is great. The downside- it is a very old property, the bathtub was peeling, the flat carpet and loose wallpaper may be 20-30+ years old. The porches offer no privacy. Good place if you just need somewhere to sleep and you like the sound of the Pacific railroad trains and elk bugling (we liked this background noise).
Hotel is located in a convenience area, which is close to downtown and nearby walking/biking path.
Hotel is super clean and room was cozy.
Staff were exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Steven
21 September 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The building itself is very old and I dont think has been reburbished since it was built. Whilst evrything was very old, it was all very clean and everything worked well. It was a good location and the food and faclities in the sister hotel Banff Park Lodge were very good. It was ideal for a one night stop. Very expensive but then everywhere in Banff is extortionate.
Superb location!! Right beside the Bow River, it is a 5 mins walk to downtown Banff (shopping and lots of dining options). The IGA supermarket is very close by as well.
Our room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Wifi was pretty good.
The building itself, however, is an old woodframe structure and you can hear people walking/running upstairs. We could also hear the trains in the evenings too (before 11pm). Not a deal breaker but something to keep in mind for light sleepers.
This hotel is a great location, next to the river and a ten minute walk to Banff Avenue. The hotel is older looking, but, …. it was kept clean, and the staff were very nice. There is no dining onsite, but fantastic coffee and baked goods at Wild Flour, and fast food at Tim Horton’s, both a five minute walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Mary Lou
23 June 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A bit run down but staff was great and amenities at their sister hotel were excellent. Great location