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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 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jacqueline
    Australia Australia
    Great location. Spacious 8 bed dormitory, comfortable, clean. Very good breakfast (included in price). Friendly helpful staff.
  • Angelica
    Canada Canada
    Nice clean hostel, with a well stocked kitchen, common area, and simple breakfast included. I stayed in the 1st floor female only dorm and it was comfortable and just what I needed!
  • Elisa
    Spain Spain
    The hostel is really nice. The beds are comfortable, the staff is really nice. They give towels and earplugs. Breakfast is included and it is really nice, you have a bit of everything. The kitchen is very well equipped and the lounge area is nice....

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Beaver Bar
    • Cuisine
      American • British • Local
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Dairy-free

Facilities of Samesun Banff Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Samesun Banff Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Samesun Banff Hostel

  • Guests staying at Samesun Banff Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Samesun Banff Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Evening entertainment
    • Entertainment staff
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour

  • Samesun Banff Hostel has 1 restaurant:

    • Beaver Bar

  • Samesun Banff Hostel is 650 yards from the centre of Banff. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Samesun Banff Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Samesun Banff Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.