Bow View Lodge
228 Bow Avenue, Banff, Alberta, T1L 1A5, Canada
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228 Bow Avenue, Banff, Alberta, T1L 1A5, Canada
Located directly on Bow River, this lodge is located in Banff National Park, 5 minutes' walk to Banff city center. A swimming pool, fitness center, and sauna are available for guest use nearby. A view of the river is available in most guest room at the Bow View Lodge. A cable TV, seating area, and private bathroom are provided in each room. The front desk is available 24 hours a day. Guests at the Bow View Lodge can use laundry facilities on site. Banff Center for Arts and Creativity is only 7 minutes' drive away. The Cave and Basin National Historic Site is 1.6 mi from the property.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Swimming Pool
  • Golf Course
  • Skiing
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ski storage
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • On-site parking
  • indoor pool
  • vending machine
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Concierge services
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hair/Beauty Salon
  • Horseback Riding
  • Picnic Area
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Sun Deck
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Happy Hour
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Bingo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Free face masks
  • Electronic room key
  • Daily disinfection
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub/Whirlpool
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Spa/sauna
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Allergy-free rooms available
  • Indoor parking (charges may apply)
  • Shuttle service (charges may apply)
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stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Warm welcome, spacious room, super comfy bed, balcony with a nice view of the river, free parking in the centre of Banff. We enjoyed the location and being able to walk everywhere we wanted to in Banff - easy access to the Bow River trail, the legacy trail, canoe and bike hire, horse riding, free shuttle bus to the gondola and, of course, the wide selection of shops, restaurants and attractions in the town. It was also a bonus to be able to use the facilities at the sister hotel across the road and we liked the green incentive of $5 per night to spend in the Park Lodge restaurant if you opt out of room service, which worked for us during our three nights stay.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Mathew the receptionist! Location! Clean! Great view to the river!
Some of the facilities are in the next hotel, of the same owner, small rooms
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The location is the main advantage in this hotel and also the SPA which is served by the nearby hotel is very nice and new. Also the parking lots are
The hotel itself is old, and we also had an issue with no having hot water for half a day. No compensation was suggested as well.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The location of the Bow View was perfect. Once we arrived, we did not need to use the car to go out for dinner. Having a view of the Bow River was fantastic.
There was no air conditiong. This was stated so I was aware. I was concerned when we placed the quilt cover back on the bed the amount of dust that came out. I have tried not to think about that too much.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location Staff Value Dogs allowed
We always stay there. We need to know availability before we book month in advance Don't really like dog rooms, but understand.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location was fantastic!!!! Access to the pool/hot tub area in partner hotel was also amazing!
Rooms were very small and very out dated. Our room smelled of urine from I’m assuming someone’s pet staying there previously.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Breakfast was tasty but a little pricy The room was not exactly as comfortable and clean as you would expect for the price (but maybe Banff is a costly place...)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
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The rooms were small, no ac., Outdated, beds were awful, overpriced. Rating said it was an 8, that is very misleading as I would rate this a 3
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Convenient location, free parking and excellent staff.
Hotel is definitely in need of some updates. Carpets are worn and shabby looking and major problems with tv connection
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Very good stay, comfortable room, could do with a bit of updating. Exceptionally helpful staff and very good location with easy access to everything.
Decor could do with updating a little, but good value for money.
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Availability from Fri, Jul 18, 2025 To Mon, Jul 21, 2025 For 1 Room (Change Search)
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Two Double Beds Room with River View
This room offers a view of the bow river and features, handcrafted solid oak furniture, 2 double beds and a table with 2 chairs.
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$400.52USD
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  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible toilet
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Conditioner
  • Fan
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Key card access
  • Lake/river view
  • Linens
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Room with view
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Seating area
  • Smoke alarm
  • Sofa bed
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Wake-up service
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Double Room with Two Double Beds - Pet Friendly
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. the double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen tv with cable channels, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as heating. the unit has 2 beds.
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  • Accessible toilet
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Conditioner
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Fan
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Key card access
  • Linens
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Seating area
  • Smoke alarm
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Wake-up service
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River View - Two Double Beds ROOM ONLY
2 double beds - river view.
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$407.86USD
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Pet Friendly Room - Two Double Beds ROOM ONLY
2 double beds.
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Premium King Room with River View
This room offers a balcony with the best view of bow river. it features handcrafted solid oak furniture, sofa seating, and a table with 2 chairs.
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$447.90USD
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  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible toilet
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Conditioner
  • Fan
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Key card access
  • Lake/river view
  • Linens
  • Mountain view
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Room with view
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Seating area
  • Smoke alarm
  • Sofa bed
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • TV
  • Wake-up service
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River View - Premium King ROOM ONLY
King bed - river view.
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$456.11USD
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Area information

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Canada House Art Gallery - 630 f
      • Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies - 905 f
      • The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies - 914 f
      • Natural History Museum - 0.23 mi
      • Banff Park Museum - 0.24 mi
      • Canadian Ski Museum West - 0.27 mi
      • Luxton Museum - 0.30 mi
      • Walter Phillips Gallery - 0.65 mi
      • Elevation Gallery - 11.11 mi

    Skiing

      Skiing Show all on map »
      • Sunshine Ski Resort - 9.12 mi

    Other attractions

      Rivers and Lakes Show all on map »
      • Medicine Lake - 749 f
      • Minnewanka Loop Lake Johnson - 0.21 mi
      • Lake Maligne - 0.26 mi
      • Lake Minnewanka - 5.98 mi
      • Egypt Lake - 7.58 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Nordegg Coal Mine National Historic Site - 0.20 mi
      • Cave and Basin National Historic Site - 0.41 mi
      • Cave and Basin National Historic Site - 0.74 mi
      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Kananaskis Country Golf Course - 0.95 mi
      • Banff Springs Golf Course - 2.22 mi
      National Parks Show all on map »
      • Banff National Park - 1.29 mi
      • Lions Park - 10.80 mi
      • Riverside Park - 10.92 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Stoney Squaw Summit - 438 f
      • Discover Banff Tours - 975 f
      • Cave and Basin Centennial Center - 0.20 mi
      • Johnston Canyon - 0.21 mi
      • Columbia Icefield - 0.22 mi
      • Victoria Glacier - 0.76 mi
      • Bow Falls - 0.79 mi
      • Cave and Basin Hot Springs - 0.85 mi
      • The Banff Centre - 0.85 mi
      • Banff Upper Hot Springs - 1.27 mi
      • Banff Mount Norquay - 1.55 mi
      • North American - 2.01 mi
      • Sulphur Mountain - 2.03 mi
      • Banff Gondola - 2.13 mi
      • Cascade - 2.21 mi
      • Spirit - 2.49 mi
      • Mystic Express - 2.70 mi
      • Champ de manoeuvre Banff - 3.03 mi
      • Banff Training Area - 3.03 mi
      • Goat s Eye Mountain - 6.51 mi
      • Cross Zee Ranch - 10.19 mi
      • Goat's Eye Express - 10.21 mi
      • Wolverine Express - 10.31 mi
      • Jackrabbit Quad Chair - 10.83 mi
      • Tee Pee Town - 10.94 mi
      • Rat s Nest Cave at Canmore Caverns - 10.98 mi
      • Grotto Canyon - 11.02 mi

Bow View Lodge

228 Bow Avenue, Banff, Alberta, T1L 1A5, Canada