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Bow River Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Cochrane with free parking

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

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3 West Side Drive, Cochrane, AB, T4C 1M1
  • Cochrane Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Calaway Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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. .In proximity to this Cochrane motel you'll find Calaway Park.
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What's nearby

  • Cochrane Arena - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • The Links of Glen Eagles - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Calaway Park - 18 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Canada Olympic Park - 26 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
  • Starbucks
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MacKay's Cochrane Ice Cream - ‬3 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.

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

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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

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

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 6 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.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 6 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

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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 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bow River Inn on 24 Aug 2025 start from NZ$171.05, 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. 406 out of 916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 916 reviews

8.8/10

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

Verified traveller

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

Quiet and comfortable

Didn't look like much from the outside, but the room was clean and everything worked. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the cleanest rooms i have stayed in. Great value and service. Would stay here again, thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older but quite comfortable. Quite satisfactory and as expected.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hal

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

10/10 Excellent

yeon soo

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price, very quiet, comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

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

Great stay

Clean Room. Helpful staff. Quick Checkin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sreekrishna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Violet

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

6/10 Okay

Rajbir

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

8/10 Good

Cathy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Been staying at Bow River Inn for winter climbing vacations into the Ghost River, for the last 25 years. It is still a wonderful quiet and clean place to stay. And a great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice to be upgraded to a king room. Thank you😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to get to and the rooms were clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Need bigger bath towels
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is surprisingly nice. Basic, clean and comfortable, I was pleasantly surprised by how well put together it was. A great choice for Cochrane.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good price, easy check in. Rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kyra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rajbir

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful clean place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Corrine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025