What is Downtown District like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Banff's Downtown District neighborhood. Be sure to check out Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail as part of your Downtown District travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown District?

Based on our traveler data, Moose Hotel And Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown District. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Banff National Park Information Centre, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Banff Park Lodge and Brewster Mountain Lodge .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown District?

If you're searching for places to stay in Banff, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 46 Downtown District hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Downtown District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown District?

For more information about updating your trip to Downtown District or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

What can I see and do in this Banff neighborhood?

Attractions like Canada House Gallery, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, and Banff Park Museum highlight Banff's cultural scene. Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown District include Banff Gondola, Canadian Ski Museum West, and Central Park. When you're sightseeing in Banff, Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum and Banff Cascades of Time Gardens are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown District and the greater Banff area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Banff Station.

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1. Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Downtown District

João Paulo

₩709,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A wooden-framed door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.

2. Brewster Mountain Lodge

Downtown District

Angela

₩658,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A couple in a hot tub with a mountain view, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.

3. Mount Royal Hotel

Downtown District

claudia

₩699,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a rooftop terrace.

4. Peaks Hotel & Suites

Downtown District

Eric

₩766,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent mountain backdrop.

5. Elk + Avenue Hotel

Downtown District

sdeepthi

₩699,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, a sunroof, and a wooden wall on one side.

6. Banff Park Lodge

Downtown District

Jainal

₩825,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

7. Moose Hotel And Suites

Downtown District

Haley

₩1,121,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Bow View Lodge

Downtown District

SANTOSH

₩589,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

9. King Edward Hotel

Downtown District

Harriet

₩582,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a mountain view in the background.

10. Basecamp Suites Banff

Downtown District

Tatsin

₩953,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A restaurant with wooden tables and benches, antler decorations on the wall, and a rustic interior design.

11. Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Uptown District, 1.1 km from Downtown District

Charles

₩655,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden bench with towels, and a pool area.

12. Banff Aspen Lodge

Uptown District, 0.4 km from Downtown District

Lisa

₩766,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A multi-story lodge with a prominent entrance, set against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains.

13. Banff Inn

Uptown District, 0.9 km from Downtown District

Eddy

₩547,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A lodge with a prominent sign, stone exterior, and a well-lit entrance.

14. Royal Canadian Lodge

Uptown District, 0.8 km from Downtown District

Rosendo

₩750,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern interior with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a staircase leading to a kitchen.

15. Best Western Plus Banff International Lodge

Uptown District, 0.7 km from Downtown District

Vishnu

₩686,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

16. The Kenrick Hotel

Uptown District, 0.5 km from Downtown District

radhika

₩1,045,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, a wooden deck, and a mountain backdrop.

17. Canalta Hotel Lodge

Uptown District, 1.3 km from Downtown District

NILESH

₩669,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A modern building with a sign reading "CHARLTONS" and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

18. Charltons Banff

Uptown District, 1 km from Downtown District

Gurdeep

₩568,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A wooden lodge with a balcony overlooking a mountain.

19. Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Tunnel Mountain District, 1.6 km from Downtown District

Kim

₩618,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A rustic building with stone walls and wooden beams, surrounded by lush gardens and a mountain backdrop.

20. Buffaloberry B&B

Uptown District, 0.5 km from Downtown District

Todd

₩910,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Peaks Hotel & Suites	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Moose Hotel And Suites	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,587 reviews	View
Brewster Mountain Lodge	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,916 reviews	View
Banff Park Lodge	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 2,338 reviews	View
Bow View Lodge	2.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,019 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown District

Find the best Downtown District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Uptown District

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

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Tunnel Mountain District

While Tunnel Mountain District isn't home to many top sights, Banff Springs Golf Club and Tunnel Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A modern building complex with a mountain backdrop.

Banff Centre District

If you're spending some time in Banff Centre District, Bow River and Banff International Research Station are top sights worth seeing.

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Banff Springs District

While visiting Banff Springs District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow Falls and Bowl Valley Five Pin and Pints.

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Sulphur Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Sulphur Mountain District, Banff Gondola and Upper Hot Springs are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown District Hotel Reviews

Rundle Chalets

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were awesome to deal with."

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

8/10 Good

"We got one of the two level suites with jacuzzi tub and 2 bathrooms. The room was very nice, but wasn't as practical as it could have been. One negative about the room that we discovered once we stepped inside, is that it doesn't have air conditionning. Luckily the weather was just right outside so we were still comfortable. Another slight irritant was the reception clerk that tried to sell us a tour we had already booked with Parks Canada, saying that what we would get was sub-par and what the hotel offered was much better. We had paid 35$ with Parks canada and what the hotel clerk proposed was around 125$/person. Although we had irritants, our stay was fine and we did appreciate the complementary parking and bus passes."

Banff Park Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a wonderful experience at Banff Park Lodge. The location is perfect, just a short walk from Banff Avenue’s shops, restaurants, and the Bow River, yet it still feels peaceful. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a great bed and a nice balcony.The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay, and everything felt easy and welcoming. It’s a great home base for exploring Banff National Park. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!"

Bow View Lodge

8/10 Good

"This hotel is a great location, next to the river and a ten minute walk to Banff Avenue. The hotel is older looking, but, …. it was kept clean, and the staff were very nice. There is no dining onsite, but fantastic coffee and baked goods at Wild Flour, and fast food at Tim Horton’s, both a five minute walk."

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Our top choices for Downtown District hotels

1. Banff Ptarmigan Inn

2. Brewster Mountain Lodge

3. Mount Royal Hotel

4. Peaks Hotel & Suites

5. Elk + Avenue Hotel

6. Banff Park Lodge

7. Moose Hotel And Suites

8. Bow View Lodge

9. King Edward Hotel

10. Basecamp Suites Banff

11. Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

12. Banff Aspen Lodge

13. Banff Inn

14. Royal Canadian Lodge

15. Best Western Plus Banff International Lodge

16. The Kenrick Hotel

17. Canalta Hotel Lodge

18. Charltons Banff

19. Buffalo Mountain Lodge

20. Buffaloberry B&B

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Uptown District

Tunnel Mountain District

Banff Centre District

Banff Springs District

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Top Downtown District Hotel Reviews

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