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The Dorothy Motel
3.0 star property

Comfortable hotel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
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The Dorothy Motel

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Courtyard
Interior
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room dining
Bathroom sink

Overview of The Dorothy Motel

9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Marmont Cres, 250, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Popular LocationBanff National Park Information Centre16 min walk
  • Popular LocationBanff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau17 min walk
  • Popular LocationTunnel Mountain6 min drive
  • AirportCalgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.)92 min drive
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Room options

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Banff

The Dorothy Motel is located in Uptown District, a neighbourhood in Banff, and is in the mountains and in a national park. Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Banff National Park. Victoria Glacier and Banff Park Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowshoeing.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 16 min walk
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 17 min walk
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 3 min drive
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 4 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • Masala Authentic Indian Cuisine - 4 min drive
  • BeaverTails - 4 min drive
  • Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub - 20 min walk
  • Farm & Fire - 19 min walk
  • Earls - 18 min walk

About this property

The Dorothy Motel

Transformed hotel, renovated in 2020 and located in Uptown District
Close to Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau, The Dorothy Motel provides amenities such as a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free property, bike parking and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say good things about the convenient parking, helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Dorothy Motel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Bicycle parking
LED lighting
Recycling
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1974
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

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

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; to check in, go to Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa, 521 Banff Avenue
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 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

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bumpers Inn LTD
Bumpers Inn LTD Banff
Bumpers LTD Banff
Bumpers Inn Banff
Bumpers Inn
Bumpers Banff
Bumpers Hotel Banff
Bumpers Motel Banff
Bumpers Inn
The Dorothy Motel Hotel
The Dorothy Motel Banff
The Dorothy Motel Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorothy Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorothy Motel?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorothy Motel on 2 Apr 2024 start from AU$161.93, 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 The Dorothy Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dorothy Motel?

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

What time is check-out at The Dorothy Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dorothy Motel located?

Located in Uptown District, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Victoria Glacier, Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau. Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Surprise Corner are also within 1 mile (2 km). Banff Station is 20 minutes by foot.

The Dorothy Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 695 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 695 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brought our dog along on a one night stop. They even gave him a pet bed to lay on which he loved. Was good beds, a quiet sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, three rooms that we were shown were dirty, with trash under one of the beds, stains on most of the sheets, and hair throughout the bathrooms. Ended up canceling and booking elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dorothy is simplicity at its finest. If you’re looking for a quiet, clean and quaint spot to take it easy after a long day of exploring Banff, this is it. The room was clean and suitable for a family, couple or solo explorer. I appreciated the easy parking, great soaps, a real coffee mug (for real the hotel paper ones suck), and how quiet it was in the evening. The balcony is a great feature too — couldn’t make use of it due to weather but I’ll be back again, hopefully during warming months!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azhar, Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there several times. We like it there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the small size of the motel and its location at the edge of the forest. And I love the art work by Jason Thompson.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter, Grimsby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The heated floors in the washrooms are bussin
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was comfortable and check-in was easy. Good value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are unique and very clean. My only complaint is there are no staff on site, so to check in I had to go to another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024