Scout loves
- The hotel has an indoor pool with a waterfall and grotto-style decorations, and steam room.
- Rooms are a good size with plenty of space to spread out.
- The location of the hotel is convenient – with ski shuttle stops outside. It’s also within easy walking distance of downtown Banff.
- The Premier and Deluxe rooms all have gas fireplaces.
Scout tips
- There are very few connecting rooms so families may need to request adjacent rooms instead.
- Underground parking is available for a fee or you may be able to park in the nearby streets for free.
- Some of rooms on Banff Avenue have distant mountain glimpses.
- The Junior Suites are ideal for couples and those on a longer stay.
SCOUT REVIEW
The Banff Royal Canadian Lodge is excellent value considering its premium location and stylish décor. Located a 10 minute walk from downtown Banff, the hotel offers a classy hotel option in downtown Banff that wasn’t going to break people’s banks.
The hotel rooms are all a decent size and if you upgrade to a Premier or Deluxe room you’ll be able to cozy up next to your own gas fireplace – a real treat after a day on the slopes. The Junior Suites are particularly spacious, and ideal for couples and those on a longer ski vacation (plenty of room for your luggage!). The Executive Suite is ideal for small families, boasting a king bed and sleeper sofa, plus an additional wet bar area. Everything is in good nick and the classically elegant furniture remains stylish throughout.
The facilities at the Banff Royal Canadian are great too. There’s a nice internal mineral pool, hot tub and sauna, as well as a small fitness center, and at the Grotto Spa you can get decently priced massages, facials and body treatments. The hotel’s Evergreen restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (and has a reputedly ‘to die for’ sticky toffee pudding). There’s a nice bar area where you can unwind after a strenuous day on the slopes.
The Banff Royal Canadian Lodge is a good value option for skiers seeking a hotel in a prime downtown location, and good on-site amenities.
Who should stay here
Banff Royal Canadian Lodge is a smart hotel for couples or families wanting a quality hotel in downtown Banff.
Location
The Banff Royal Canadian Lodge is a 10 minute walk from the heart of downtown Banff. There is a bus stop for all three ski area shuttles right next to the hotel.
Find a great map of the Banff downtown area and location of the Banff Royal Canadian Lodge here.
- On or close to public shuttle route
About Banff
Banff is a happening ski town situated in what would have to be one of the most scenic mountain locations in the world. With three great ski areas all within easy driving distance, Banff is the perfect base from which to explore this part of the Rocky Mountains.
Read more about Banff and other hotels in the area.
Hotel Amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- bar/lounge
- breakfast available (surcharge)
- complimentary newspapers in lobby
- concierge services
- dry cleaning/laundry service
- elevator/lift
- express check-out
- fireplace in lobby
- free wi-fi
- free parking nearby
- health club
- in-room accessibility
- indoor pool
- luggage storage
- multilingual staff
- porter/bellhop
- restaurant
- room service (limited hours)
- sauna
- self parking (surcharge)
- ski storage
- spa services on site
- spa treatment room(s)
- spa tub
- steam room
Available: This selection is currently available for this price. Once you submit an inquiry our agents will confirm your booking via email and send you an invoice for a deposit. You will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking.
On Request: Our agents need to confirm availability of this room. Once you submit a request we will endeavour to get back to you by the next business day to confirm availability (some properties may take longer). If prices are listed they are the exact prices for your dates, room selection and room occupancy. Where prices are not listed we will confirm the price when we confirm availability. In either instance, you are not committed to your selection until after we confirm availability and price. Once you agree to that confirmation, you will be sent an invoice and will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking. If your requested room is not available, we will present alternative options.
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