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Bow River Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Cochrane with free parking

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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3 West Side Drive, Cochrane, AB, T4C 1M1
  • Place, Bow River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Studio West Bronze Foundry and Art Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cochrane Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cochrane

At Bow River Inn you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Bow River and 2.7 km (1.6 mi) from Cochrane Arena. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Cochrane motel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Studio West Bronze Foundry and Art Gallery and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Heartland Boulevard Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Bow River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Heartland Boulevard Garden - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Studio West Bronze Foundry and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cochrane Arena - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Stampede Park - 38 min drive - 52.9 km

Getting around

  • Calgary University Station - 25 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Phil's Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Bow River Inn

Motel in Cochrane with free parking
As a guest of Bow River Inn, you'll find laundry facilities and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cochrane motel.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bow River Inn offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit 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). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free per registered adult 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 200 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 0002072

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Bow River Inn.

Property is also known as

Bow River Cochrane
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Bow River Inn Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bow River Inn?

Bow River Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bow River Inn?

As of 30 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bow River Inn on 18 Jan 2026 start from NZ$87.43, 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 Bow River Inn?

Yep, Bow River Inn has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bow River Inn?

No, Bow River Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bow River Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bow River Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bow River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 997 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ken

Travelled with partner
Only issue was website said that there wouldn’t be any charges to my card until I checked in,as soon as I booked it online,my credit card had a 100$ charge on it.Asked the check-in guy about and he said it’s usually 200$,thats up to them what they charge but they should make it clear at check-in thats what there doing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cobwebs above curtains not the cleanest room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

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

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
He kept asking if we had more people when I added everybody from ny room. Asked me on the phone and when we checked plus when I went to get another key. Wasn’t trusted.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms have been recently renovated and are clean and had everything I needed. It was quiet also. Staff at front desk as well as Maintenance folks were great to deal with. So overall good value. Outside/Grounds could use some sprucing up. And missed having fridge having freezer compartment to freeze my ice-pak. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aleta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and staff helpful but the tv did not work and one evening the adjoining room was very loud keeping us awake until 3:00 am.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic experience with some of the best customer service I've ever had at a small local hotel. Wouldn't ever stay any place else if I was in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helgard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to a king size bed which was great, and the staff were all friendly and helpful. The rates were reasonable. There were restaurants within walking distance Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious and clean. Motel was quiet. Will definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy, clean, friendly staff. I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marena

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

MS

Big room, clean and staff was great. Friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
value for the money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine older motel, but in good upkeep except our bathroom door looked like it had been kicked in once and kind of just put back together
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sized room with super comfortable beds, and very quiet. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

10/10 Excellent

A. Delphine

Travelled with partner
Has been remodeled and was very clean and had a nice setup. Would return
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be nice to have a breakfast for the price you pay. Even a quick grab and go breakfast would be better than nothing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ethel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are dated, a little brighter paint and some pictures on the wall would make it appear more comfy. However, the room was very clean, with a microwave and fridge, good size TV, tub enclosure was new and the shower itself was really good. Bed was very clean and very comfortable. I only gave a 4 rating because its an older motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Colette

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Able to park motorcycles in front of our room. No breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Spruce Grove

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was big and clean, it looked recently renovated. One bizarre thing was there is nothing on the walls of the room, not a single piece of art. It made the room echo a little, not a big deal but noticeable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025