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Elk + Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast area
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$132
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13

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333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1B1
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪9 min walk‬

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(145 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(136 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Loft Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly) | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Loft | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Loft

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(75 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Elk + Avenue Hotel

3-star hotel in Downtown District
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a sauna. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a hot tub, and self parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
Elk + Avenue Hotel offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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.

Elk + Avenue Hotel features a hot tub and a sauna. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This hot springs hotel also offers a vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Elk + Avenue Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Farm & Fire - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Good Earth - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (CAD 10 per night)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Farm & Fire
  • Good Earth

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 24 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: CAD 2 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 10 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Banff International
Elk Avenue Hotel Banff
Hotel Banff International
Elk Avenue Hotel
Elk Avenue Banff
The Elk Avenue Hotel
The Elk Avenue Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Banff
The Elk & Avenue Hotel Hotel Banff

Elk + Avenue Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1225 out of 1904 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 431 out of 1904 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1904 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1904 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1904 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to place in Banff! Clean, spacious rooms, and very friendly staff. Plus a nice hot tub and restaurant in the hotel. Love staying here! Plus location is incrediable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Staff was very good and most courteous. Location of hotel is excellent. Room was good. Only issue was additional charges for parking, hotel tax
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I’ll be honest—at first I was worried because I saw a negative review that almost made me cancel. But I’m really glad I didn’t. The hotel ended up being a great choice. The location is perfect—right in downtown Banff. As soon as you step out the door, you’re only a short walk from shops, restaurants, and everything you need. The price was very reasonable for the area, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great stay and excellent value. I’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Florence, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and the bed comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. The underground parking was spacious and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenna

It was okay…
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

JAMES, FT MCMURRAY

Traveled with family
Great staff. Room experienced a lot of “mechanical sounds/noise”, various creaking and clanging type noise, water pipes and HVAC.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana R M

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Camoi

Traveled with partner
Great location and the restaurant downstairs is awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Customer service was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

shivam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, modern, perfectly located hotel for exploring Banff. The heated underground parkade is perfect for parking and leaving your car safe for the weekend while you explore. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guest service agents are some of the best out there. Very helpful and approachable, always willing to help and always with a smile on. This is our second time staying at the Elk and will definitely go back.
The view from our room
Good earth cafe right next to the hotel with amazing views as well
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk employees were very friendly and helpful. The Good Earth coffee shop inside the hotel had delicious food selections. The workers were very accommodating with our food allergies!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff that checked us in was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect. Amenities great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Connie, Foothills

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The property has done some renovations but it's just cosmetic. Feels old in the rooms. And, ear plugs on the nightstands... need I say more. Good location for walking downtown though. Recommend for that!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025