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Reviews of HI Kananaskis Wilderness - Hostel

#1 Ribbon Creek Road, T0L 2H0 Kananaskis Village, Canada

#2 of 4 hotels in Kananaskis Village

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Review Score

Based on 159 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: March 14, 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable, friendly, quiet, wilderness.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet location. Everything we needed, beautiful spot.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    10
    My family enjoyed a lot in this house in the middle of woods
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not too many toilets.

    All fantastic, we are repeating in a week.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2024

    10
    Hostelling at its best
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super cozy hostel, remote location which I personally liked a lot. The living room area was super cozy with the chimney, the kitchen was great for cooking and the showers were very pleasant as well. Will definitely come back!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2024

    9.0
    A comfortable and affordable stay in relation to other accommodation in the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The private rooms are small so not a lot of room to maneuver. The bed was comfortable but not amazing. The bathroom shower was okay but not great and was shared with 2 other rooms. The coffee maker didn't work so well. The only doors that locked were the bedroom doors. The outside door and hallway door to the rooms were never locked.

    The hostel is typical. It is clean and there are 3 private rooms in addition to the dorms. The kitchen is large and well stocked. The common sitting area is large with a fire place and comfortable chairs/couches. The location is great. There is an outdoor bonfire area and a bbq.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2024

    10
    Clean and Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The atmosphere of the place was super nice. It was well equipped. The wifi worked well. The common area has lots of tables, dishes, and a fireplace. It is in a good location for exploring Kananaskis and the Nordic spa. Also not too far (in Canadian terms) from Canmore or Banff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen, the common room was nice and the dormitory was clean. The wifi works well despite what we read on the other feedbacks.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing not to like.

    Beautiful setting in the Kananaskis valley. Rooms were simple but clean. Excellent facilities to cook own food. Very kind and helpful staff.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2024

    10
    Our flight was delayed and we arrived later than expected but they were super easy to talk to via the booking.com app an
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing :)

    Not too big, great location away from the crowds.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    power outlet - we had only 1 outlet for 12 women OUCH!!!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The size of the bed I slept on, being tall. The difficulty of being around others and trying to sleep, also trying not to wake anyone up.

    The location, the great people, the accommodations.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff was great. Kitchen and common areas were really clean and neat.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2024

    8.0
    Overall, great stay, very clean hotel, organized, it was perfect for a quick getaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very Limited WiFi,

    Very clean

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rustic accommodation very apt for the conservation area. Although older style was clean and comfortable. Staff were very welcoming. Great kitchen and friendly vibe. Would stay again

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2024

    9.0
    Would go again but they need to keep rooms colder fans at the very less..! Top bunks are way to hot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WAY TO HOT IN THE BEDROOMS

    friendly and clean

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2024

    8.0
    Bike situation was somewhat resolved. We locked our bikes under the hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I sent an email about bike storage that went unanswered. And when I called the central number they were no help either saying I’d have to ask the manager. But I couldn’t call so that would need to be done in person. I needed an answer before we left. The WiFi being limited to a few hours but being told it’s to encourage engaging with others is a bit patronising if I’m honest. We’re not children, most are hard working adults. I get it, if it wasn’t there we’d cope. But truth is in this day and age it is available. We switch off on the trail.

    I love the location and cost of a private room compared to other options. Fully stocked kitchen is a bonus as it allows us to eat what we want when we want.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    The atmosphere is great

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2024

    10
    Amazing where people in the hostel and surrounding is concerned
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Host was very helpful and there was a group of older hikers who helped us to find good hiking spots and discover what to see in Kananaskis area, we discovered a beautiful waterfall just nearby.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    10
    Excellent cozy stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Cozy and super clean hostel. We had a private room and the beds were so comfortable. Great kitchen space and loved the big living room with wood burning fireplace.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2024

    10
    Clean and comfortable with a good location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Keep in mind you will need to purchase a $15 conservation pass for each day you plan to park here.

    Very comfortable and clean hostel! Friendly staff that was willing to help with any needs as well. Excellent location for the ski area.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2023

    10
    Serrounding was great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 4, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds are a bit short for tall people, I (188cm) could not stretch my legs completely.

    Wonderful location within unspoiled wilderness Well maintained hostel with clean and modern bathrooms, very spacious and generous public spaces and very friendly and helpful staff. Internet connection available during some hours in the evening (special service in very remote location) I have donated my bear spray to reception. It is absolutely recommended to carry it with you when hiking during bear season. Bring your own. If you travel by plane ask at reception to borrow my one, or buy it at the visitor information.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 1, 2023

    10
    Clean and cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing I didn't like

    So cosy and friendly with such homely clean bathrooms, hot water and some wifi, which we didn't expect.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some guys made too much noise.

    The kitchen

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2023

    10
    The hostess was fantastic and the family was very clean and had everything that I needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not enough signage on the road to easily find the place. Good initially, but the last turn was not marked. Drove right by it looking for a sign.

    It was clean and well equipped. The hostess was very friendly, there was quite a bit of information available regarding the surrounding area and the location was great.

    Stayed in September 2023

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