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Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Surprise Corner

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Buffalo Mountain Lodge is steps from Banff National Park Info Centre. Travelers love the cozy lobby with a fireplace and coffee shop. After exploring, relax in the spa tub or enjoy happy hour at The Prow. The lodge offers free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and highly praised staff.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Bar
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Room options

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Iron/ironing board
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Heating
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 7 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Upper Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Banff Gondola - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Banff Springs Golf Club - 13 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 5 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Hotel near Banff National Park Information Centre
Located close to Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain, Buffalo Mountain Lodge provides a coffee shop/cafe, a fireplace in reception and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Prow, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a porter/bellboy
  • Multilingual staff, wedding services and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 108 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Recycling, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: CAD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buffalo Mountain Cafe
  • The Prow

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,983 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 40 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Buffalo Mountain Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Hotel Banff
Buffulo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is Buffalo Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buffalo Mountain Lodge on 30 Oct 2025 start from AU$134.77, 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.

How much is parking at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Buffalo Mountain Lodge located?

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surprise Corner, Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Legacy Trail. Tunnel Mountain and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are also within 3 mi (5 km). Banff Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Buffalo Mountain Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1032 out of 1445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1445 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed Murtaza Uddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seong Sik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay in banff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay awesome place to vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at the beautiful lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and wonderfully quiet away from the busy town. The mountain view was spectacular as well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time at Buffalo mountain lodge and we absolutely loved it. We will come here again and again when we can!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great service, and nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here. The Elk in the property when we arrived was a highlight of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views from the property of the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room, Great Location, Quiet, Superb Hot Tub, Friendly Staff. Very Enjoyable and Relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jianjun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cozy lodge in Banff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! Will come back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and staff were very friendly. Room was clean and cozy. Will definitely book here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very beautiful resort and friendly atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy staying here! Thanks again :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, recently updated, comfortable bed, nice hot tub, within a good driving distance to downtown and trails, and elk visiting the property. We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness
V nice suite with open fire- ideal given snow. Restaurant was pretty good and staff were v friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rustic setting. Loved the fireplace in the room. Food was excellent at the restaurant. Would go back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge! The room was lovely and met our expectations! We very much enjoyed the meals we had at The Prow. Wonderful hotel and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, rustic rooms with wood fireplaces not far from Banff Ave. Would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with a chimney. Very cozy. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food and hospitality is great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025