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Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 star property
Mountain hospitality at its finest with dining that satisfies every palate and views that captivate from sunrise to sunset - an authentic Banff experience

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Buffalo Mountain Lodge is steps from Banff National Park Info Centre. Travelers love the cozy lobby with a fireplace and coffee shop. After exploring, relax in the spa tub or enjoy happy hour at The Prow. The lodge offers free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and highly praised staff.
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Wonderful

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Iron/ironing board
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Buffalo Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Mountain view

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Lodge)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, a neighbourhood in Banff, Buffalo Mountain Lodge is in the mountains and in a national park. Banff Springs Golf Club and Banff Gondola are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tunnel Mountain and Banff Legacy Trail. Surprise Corner and Banff National Park Information Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Banff travel guide
Map
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and railway items
    Banff National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Banff_SurpriseCorner_553248621532864054_06
    Surprise Corner
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Iconic Morant's Curve, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
    Banff National Park Information Centre
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Banff_BanffNationsLuxtonMuseum_6072227_06
    Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station
    5 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • A&W Canada
    11 min walk
  • The Canadian Brewhouse
    4 min drive
  • Good Earth Coffeehouse
    4 min drive
  • PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar
    4 min drive
  • The Old Spaghetti Factory
    4 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Hotel near Banff National Park Information Centre
Located close to Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain, Buffalo Mountain Lodge provides a coffee shop/cafe, a fireplace in reception and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Prow, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a vending machine
  • Wedding services, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 108 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Recycling, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: CAD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buffalo Mountain Cafe
  • The Prow

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,983 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 40 per person

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Buffalo Mountain Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Hotel Banff
Buffulo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Banff
Buffalo Mountain Lodge Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is Buffalo Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Buffalo Mountain Lodge located?

Located in Tunnel Mountain District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surprise Corner, Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Legacy Trail. Tunnel Mountain and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are also within 3 mi (5 km). Banff Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Buffalo Mountain Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1287 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1735 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, lovely spot, great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Taralee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay / staff was incredible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great staff, beautiful scenery!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay and the staff couldn't have been more accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very nice and staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly/professional staff, tasty brunch, nice room , wood burning fireplace was a bonus. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, clean rooms and excellent view.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect with stunning mountain views!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pankaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, and the staff were all friendly and awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff helpful and friendly and room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The food was excellent! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was great, beautiful scenery and ambience. Restaurant is top tier as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so cozy with the fireplace and the heated floors were a nice surprise! We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

gretty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing rooms, kind and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect mountain getaway. Great location and views. Clean and accommodating. Will definite be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge with great amenities. Staff is amazing and wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The concierge was very kind and even upgraded our room to a premium suite, we had Ana amazing time in the beautiful nature getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and very helpful staff, clean rooms, lots of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was convenient. Front desk was friendly and helpful. The unlimited firewood was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarahi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub was a nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, the place was cozy, and the location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Was located new the hot tub and lobby! Clean and friendly would definitely stay again!
View from our room, featuring a deer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room, fantastic hospitality. good location and a great restaurant to make my stay one of the most enjoyable in Banff over the past 4 years. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026