no small rooms, only a 12 bed dorm for each, male and female

A really nice and little remote (you need a car to get there) place in nature with access to the lakes and hikes. We really liked the cozy common room with the fireplace in the middle and Shawna was a lovely host :) Kitchen and bathroom were always clean and well organized and there's even a washer and dryer available. We enjoyed our stay, thank you! :)

Stayed in October 2024

Had all the basics, very cosy vibe. Incredible for stargazing

Stayed in August 2024

It's a very weird, strict, and late check in time from 5pm onwards (literally no one was there/doors were locked) and there are no staff during the day. Bathrooms, albeit minimally clean, were very wet. The dorms can get very hot esp if you're situated right next to the heater. So a central fan would be nice. Parking can also be limited depending on how well other people park. Not a huge deal but not the most pleasant when you have to walk 5 mins in the dark to grab something from your car. The mattress also has a sort of plastic (?) wrapping around it that makes it very hot.

Staff are really nice and everyone was actually very respectful of the quiet hours (which was very nice). The bathrooms are relatively clean for how many people were using it. The kitchen is well stocked with pots/pans/plates/kettles..etc. things you can use to cook. There was always space to sit somewhere. Area is also very quiet and nicely located between lake louise and banff. Lounge area around the fire is nice. They also get you to take off your shoes up front which helps minimize the dirt trekked in.

Stayed in September 2024

The kitchen is a bit small for that many people. There were no shelves for shampoo in the shower

Convenient place, quiet and calm

Stayed in August 2024

Great location. Lars, who worked there was very friendly and willing to help, to answer all the questions about hikes around. Kitchen fully equiped.

Stayed in September 2024

Nice location, good place to stay in Banff park as a hostel. (This is dormitory, be ware of)

Stayed in August 2024

people sleeping in the common living room kitchen too small for the amount of people

cheap, convenient location between Banff and Lake Louise

Stayed in September 2024

Amazing location in the wilderness.

Stayed in June 2024

The host was very nervous as she has had a visit from a management and chased us from the accomodation on the dot of the checkout also treating us like school children checking how clean we leave the bunks and cleaning facilities. Felt stressed and did not manage even finish the breakfast before our next leg of our journey.

Stayed in June 2024

There is the railway close to the structure and you could hear trains during the night. I really reccomend the hostel anyway.

The room is well organized, spaces very clean and the common area is very nice and comfortable! Staff is very nice and available for questions or suggestions. The hostel is in the middle of the nature.

Stayed in June 2024

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Good price for staying in Rocky. You need your own vehicle to reach there, but it is very ice place to stay.

Stayed in June 2024

you should know that there is no official way to get to the hostel by public transport. you have to ask driver of the bus which go to Johnston Canyon or find someone. on the back way bus don`t will stop at the hostel neither railways near, so need to expect that sometimes you will hear trains. only one charger in reception room for all devices, didn`t understand why they didn`t put it to dorm but whatever

amazing place. in the middle of nowhere, near to some nice hike routes

Stayed in September 2023

Train passes close by, so you'll definitely hear it.

Nice location, easy to reach but secluded enough to escape the crowds. Serviceable kitchen and washrooms/showers, and an outdoor fireplace that's close but not too close to the main building. Friendly staff and patrons. They've added WiFi relatively recently. Given the alternatives in the area, the price/quality ratio of this and other hostels in the Rockies is automatically quite good, so take that into account when interpreting their ratings.

Stayed in September 2023

Excelent and good value for the money, except from the staff, terrible experience

Stayed in September 2023

The parking situation was a little squished, but not anything that caused a hindrance to the trip

The hostel was very cozy and gave off that cabin in the wood type of type. Very easy access to many hiking trails. It's an incredible place if you are looking to enjoy the Rockies while being able to have the opportunity to escape the tourism of Banff in the evenings.

Stayed in July 2023

I really liked the value for your money. It was also nicely tucked away in a forested area

Stayed in July 2023

The train went by many times at night. I know that the hostel doesn’t have control over that but something to be aware of.

Check in was fast and easy. Elizabetha (staff) was warm and accommodating.

Stayed in July 2023

Staff could be better

The hostel was cheap and comfortable

Stayed in July 2023

Todo genial

Stayed in June 2023

- location that is not far from Banff and other places on my list, but far enough to not feel busy/touristy - authentic feel to the hostel - attracts outdoor people, so most have similar schedules and values 😊 - wifi, running water, bed sheets - nice common areas to relax and socialize in

Stayed in June 2023

Great value for money and extremely tidy facilities and common areas. They even gave us a towel

Stayed in July 2023

Friendly, welcoming staff. Beautiful setting. Well situated. Linens provided. Ultimate cozy atmosphere. Immaculately clean.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing

It was clean and comfortable.

Stayed in May 2023

Comparing what other places cost, this was well worth the money! The living room area is really comfortable and large, also has a fire place. The location is between Lake Louise and Downtown Banff - so I thought it was perfect, if you have a car! The Johnston Canyon hikes are a 5 minute drive from the hostel, which are some of the best in Banff, just go early (getting there by 8am is great)! My flight was delayed and the hostel let my linens out for me upon my late arrival. I was very pleased!

Stayed in June 2023