Bow View Lodge

2.0 star property

Photo gallery for Bow View Lodge

Property grounds
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Living area
Pool
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
228 Bow Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1A5
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Upper Hot Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Run of House

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Studio Suite, River View

  • 54 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Murphy Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, River View

  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double (Pet Room)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Similar properties

About the area

Banff

A stay at Bow View Lodge places you in the heart of Banff, a 7-minute drive from Upper Hot Springs. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Banff National Park Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Upper Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 6 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Evelyn's Coffee Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Bow View Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and a steam room
Bow View Lodge offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a steam room.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 58 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and portable fans.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a steam room or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite at La Terrazza at Banff Park, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and noon.
La Terrazza at Banff Park - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Crave at Banff Park Lodge - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; CAD 25 to 32 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Crave at Banff Park Lodge
  • La Terrazza at Banff Park

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 25 to 32 for adults, and CAD 0 to 15 for children

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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Bow Lodge
Bow View
Bow View Banff
Bow View Lodge
Bow View Lodge Banff
Bow View Hotel Banff
Bow View Banff
Bow View Lodge Banff
Bow View Lodge Hotel
Bow View Lodge Banff
Bow View Lodge Hotel Banff

Bow View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very affordable, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, great price
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rain

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at bow view. Nice room. Staff were very accommodating. Pool was great and steam sauna was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole Anna Marie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had 4 bite marks on my hands, couldn’t see and bed bugs, however I don’t have a clue what bit me. Scary.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

John-Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was expensive but dated. Staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Bow View Lodge was absolutely delightful! We were thrilled to be upgraded to a room with a king-size bed and a breathtaking view of the mountains. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and cared for. Toby, the receptionist, was incredibly kind and helpful, making our check-in process a breeze. The room itself was well-appointed, with modern charging stations for all our devices – a thoughtful touch that we truly appreciated. We were impressed by the cleanliness of the hotel, but the exceptional service provided by the housekeeping staff truly exceeded our expectations. Every day, our room was refreshed to perfection, with thoughtful touches like neatly arranging our belongings. It felt like coming home to a cozy sanctuary each time. The hotel's amenities, including a convenient microwave on our floor and a refreshing swimming pool, added to the overall comfort of our stay. We felt pampered and relaxed throughout our time at the Bow View Lodge. We wholeheartedly recommend this charming hotel to anyone seeking a memorable getaway. We can't wait to return and experience the warm hospitality and stunning scenery once again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Deric

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Reis

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Na
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Svetlana

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff - felt that they cared a great deal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Randall

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very close to downtown, easy walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Horrible. You will get sick if you stay two nights

Very Heavy comforter. Sweating woke up middle of the night. Can not sleep good. Even turn down the heat to 15. Should have the refund for that one night stay as I didn’t sleep. Horrible experience. I report complaint to the front desk next early morning. No sorry to hear from her.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sulatana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toby is provides the best service. I had an incredible stay. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ezequiel Noe Buenrostro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its good, it feels i little bit old the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024