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About this property
Located on Banff National Park, this hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Banff’s shops and bars. A fully licensed bar and restaurant as well as a fully equipped common guest kitchen are available on site. Free Wi-Fi is included. An en suite bathroom provides convenience in each dorm room. The on-site Beaver Lounge and Restaurant is an ideal place for guests to convene. Barbecue facilities and a launderette are also available on site. A common room is available for guests to relax after a day's outing. Recreational activities include Banff Gondola Mountain Experience just 2 km away. Banff Springs Golf Course is also just 2 km from this lodge.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Luke
Australia
“The Samesun Banff is always a great time, amazing staff and the bar is the best, reasonably priced food in town. Rooms are large and bright with their own bathroom.” - Amy
United Kingdom
“I am happy that you have the 'grab & go' boxes, it comes in handy esp if you've an early start. The room is fine and I think I'm lucky to have a bed by the window so there's an extra space to put my belongings and the room mates are...” - Charlotte
Australia
“Great location right on Banff Ave, super accomodating. Kitchen facilities were great and rooms were clean” - Thejazzcyclist
New Zealand
“The staff we very friendly and flexible. The bar and the happy hour drinks and food were excellent. The breakfast was well provisioned and was available 7:30 to 10am. The lockup room was handy. The rooms were clean.” - Tileah
Australia
“Was very clean and easy to stay ! Even sharing with 8 girls in a dorm was lovely! You actually don’t need to leave the hostel as they have a great bar and great food,fun activities like trivia night or live music or cooking facilities and a...” - Suryanarayana
Switzerland
“Samesun Hostel in downtown Banff is a great budget-friendly option for those visiting the National Park solo or with a few friends. The property has everything you would expect from a hostel, and more. I would like to mention the awesome...” - Berenika
Switzerland
“Very good location. Nice common kitchen and common space. Breakfast was ok. There is a bar with happy hours.” - Amelia
Australia
“Samesun is in an amazing location to enjoy Banff and the surrounding areas. The dorm room was very spacious and great with 6 females, there was plenty of space for all our belongings, etc. Breakfast was very reasonable, much better than I...” - Anna
Canada
“breakfast was delicious, healthy and light) location is excellent. staff is super” - Heather
United Kingdom
“Comfortable beds, friendly and helpful staff, great location and bonus addition of free breakfast.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Beaver Bar
- CuisineAmerican • British • Local
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsDairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
Please note, guests must be at least 18 years of age to stay at this property.
Also please note that all reservations of 7 days or more or of 6 or more people may be charged in advance for their first nights stay. This amount can be fully refunded as per our normal cancellation policy.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.