The Elk & Avenue Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, steps from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

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Front of property – evening/night
Standard Loft
Lobby
Breakfast area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

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333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1B1
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Tunnel Mountain
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Loft

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(132 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Banff

The Elk & Avenue Hotel places you steps from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and within a 15-minute stroll of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and Access to hot tub. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a sauna, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown District hotel include Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Cave and Basin National Historic Site.

What's nearby

  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Banff Gondola - 8 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 6 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BeaverTails - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Elk & Avenue Hotel

Hotel with a sauna, steps from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
The Elk & Avenue Hotel offers its guests Access to hot tub and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at The Elk & Avenue Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1988
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Elk & Avenue Hotel offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature down duvets. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Covered parking on site (CAD 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • 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 organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
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: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 24 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and cash. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

The Elk & Avenue Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elk & Avenue Hotel on 30 Oct 2025 start from NZ$215.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Yep, The Elk & Avenue Hotel has a covered self car park for CAD 10 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

No, The Elk & Avenue Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Elk & Avenue Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Elk & Avenue Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet.

Reviews

The Elk & Avenue Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1107 out of 1740 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1740 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1740 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1740 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1740 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alekhya

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nobody came in to clean during our stay. Flush was not working properly. Staff responses were just ok. But one advantage is it’s near to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Both check in and check out were very easy, and very friendly. Good parking garage underground. Hotel is located right in the center of all activity - the place to be. Room was very spacious , up to date, and very clean. Definitely will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teshy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location and great stay!

We had a quick 24 visit to Banff, and this hotel was perfect. We had lunch in their restaurant and were able to walk and explore the whole downtown easily. Hotel was comfortable and well kept. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoJo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Serge, Casselman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Corrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pawandeep

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room ac was not working. Also the exhaust fan in the washroom wasn’t working either.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in great location although shower door in bathroom not working and no bedside lamp on one of night tables on one side of bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhijit

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yogeshkumar

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ola

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Room seemed a bit dated, view to the utility area through the window was ugly. But we were only there overnight, so was okay. A lot of money for the room we got.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suk Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elmer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel side was fantastic. Restaurant (Farm & Fire) was the opposite. They were snooty/uppity, in the name of "culture". Didn’t have a normal eggs, meat, and Hashbrowns type meal on the menu. No omelet either. Didn’t have anything children would eat - no chicken strips, no mac & cheese, no fried fish filets, nothing. When asked, they were offended someone would order something so basic from their restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff. Location couldn’t be better. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Everything about the hotel was good except the AC. It was so loud. Barely slept
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and well equipped rooms with everything required for a comfortable experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel within the most beautiful Canadian City. Wish we had stayed longer. Service was amazing and staff was genuinely interested in making sure we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025