Cave and Basin District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bow river west side near Banff
Bow river west side near Banff
The view from Cascade gardens
This beautiful garden is often missed by tourist visiting Banff, Alberta. The Cascades of Time Garden is located at the end of Banff Avenue and on the way to the Banff Springs Hotel in a five-hectare plot of land, which also includes the Banff Parks administration building. Approximately 50,000 annuals are planted by the May long weekend and in place until the first frost, often in September. (July 2019)
Cave and Basin National Historic Site which includes views, mountains and tranquil scenes

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Cave and Basin District Hotel Deals

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is AU$182 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$182
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,103 reviews)
The pool was only a oversized hot tub. The room seemed small, the bathroom was a poor design if you are a larger person. The sink hung off the vanity, at the same level as the door handle. The toilet was no higher than the top if my calf. The front desk staff were hit and miss on friendliness. Breakfast ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
The Fox Hotel and Suites

The Fox Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
461 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is AU$251 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$251
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,860 reviews)
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Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Fox Hotel and Suites
Otter Hotel

Otter Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 600 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is AU$342 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$342
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Upper Hot Springs are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,535 reviews)
Very nice and well maintained hotel, beautiful, spacious and comfortable room with a view on the mountain, excellent hot bath area in the open and sauna and decent gym (even though the addition of weighs and mats would be welcome). The only facility which we miss was an office area where to read ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Otter Hotel
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue Banff AB
The price is AU$342 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$342
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,227 reviews)
Hot pool was great, our kids loved it. Standard room was a good size for our family (2 adults, 2 little kids and a baby). No problem with parking, although the underground parking was limited. Liked that there is a bus stop right across the street - very convenient. Also nice to have a restaurant ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge

Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge

2 out of 5
1711 Bow Valley Trail Canmore AB
The price is AU$123 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$123
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly lodge in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,236 reviews)
Nice 1 BR apartment for 4 people, kitchen, value for the money

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
The price is AU$164 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$164
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,993 reviews)
The rooms are very worn and were not particularly clean. There was some sort of water damage in our hallway with an active leak through the ceiling. The amenities made up for the rooms... the pool was great for all of us and the indoor climber was a great activity for my 8 year old and his friends. ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Other neighbourhoods around Cave and Basin District

Street view of Banff Avenue in autumn evening. Snow capped Cascade Mountain with pink rosy sky in the background. Alberta, Canada.

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Central Park and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
Such a stunning view.  The beauty around Banff was breath taking

Sulphur Mountain District

While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.

Sulphur Mountain District
Panorama of Peyto lake on Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park, Alberta, Rocky Mountains, Canada

Banff Centre District

While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.

Banff Centre District
Easily one of the coolest hotels, in the most majestic of settings. What a cool place!

Banff Springs District

If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.

Banff Springs District
Lake Moraine, Banff

Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Central Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
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Industrial District

Industrial District might not have many top sights, but Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Industrial District


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