If you’re looking for a place to stay in the beautiful town of Canmore, located just outside of Banff National Park, there are a few options to choose from. Each offers its own unique experience, so it can be hard to decide which one is right for you. This quick guide will help make your decision easier by highlighting some of the best Canmore hostel options.

What hostels are in Canmore

Canmore Downtown Hostel

Canmore Downtown Hostel is classed as a modern hostel in town, first opening up in 2019. This hostel provides travellers with convenient, affordable, air-conditioned accommodation in the heart of downtown Canmore. The hostel is just a short walk from all the best that Canmore has to offer, including shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Guests can choose from a variety of room types, including private rooms and dorms. The hostel also features a common area with a TV, games, and a self-catering kitchen. Whether you're looking for a place to stay for a night or a week, Canmore Downtown Hostel is a great choice.

Canmore Hotel Hostel

Canmore Hostel is a great place to stay while you're in town, known as one of the local hotels with its bustling public bar and restaurant. It's centrally located, so you can walk to most of the attractions, including all the restaurants, cafes and boutiques. The hostel is also clean and comfortable, with a shared kitchen, laundry facilities and free wifi. The staff are friendly and helpful, and they offer a variety of activities, including hiking and biking tours.

Overall, Canmore Hostel is a great value for your money. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay in Canmore.

The Alpine Club of Canada Hostel

The Alpine Club of Canada is a national organization that promotes mountaineering and alpine environment conservation. It was founded in 1906 and has approximately 9,000 members. The club operates the Alpine Club of Canada Hostel, which is located in the town of Canmore in the province of Alberta.

The hostel provides accommodation for climbers and hikers who are visiting the nearby Rocky Mountains. The hostel rooms are divided into 3 small buildings to suit any traveller, including private family rooms. and it offers a variety of amenities, including a kitchen, laundry facilities, free wifi and a common room with a fireplace.

The Alpine Club of Canada Hostel is an ideal base camp for exploring the many hiking and climbing trails in the area. Guests can also take advantage of the hostel's proximity to the towns of Banff and Lake Louise, which offer a wide range of shops, restaurants, and other attractions.

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How do you choose the right Canmore hostel for you

When choosing a Canmore hostel, there are a number of things to consider. Here are some of the most important factors:

Location

One of the most important things to consider is the location of the hostel. Make sure it's close to the attractions you want to visit.

Price

Hostels can vary in price, so be sure to choose one that's within your budget.

Amenities

Another important factor to consider is the amenities the hostel offers. Make sure it has everything you need, such as a self-catering kitchen, laundry facilities, air-conditioning, luggage storage and a common room.

Activities

Some hostels offer a variety of activities, such as hiking and biking tours. If this is something you're interested in, be sure to choose a hostel that offers these types of activities.

Reviews

Finally, make sure to read reviews of the hostel before you book. This will give you a good idea of what other travellers have experienced and which they rate as one of the best hostels in Canmore.

We hope our Canmore hostel options guide was helpful!

If you are also considering visiting Banff check out the best hostels in Banff.


Nicola Wightman

Nicola Wightman is a regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) under the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). Her professional immigration consultant number is R706497.

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