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Canmore Downtown Hostel

Canmore

26 km from The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Canmore Downtown Hostel is situated in Canmore and features air-conditioned rooms.

J
Jana
From
Czech Republic
Hostel is perfectly located, everything is super close. Beautiful views from either lounge or rooms. Rooms are spacious, and there are curtains around each bed! Staff is super friendly also.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,700 reviews
Price from
US$61.05
1 night, 2 adults

The Calgary Hub hostel style Home

Calgary

Located in Calgary and with Calgary Tower reachable within 6.2 km, The Calgary Hub hostel style Home provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

S
Samuel
From
United Kingdom
All the tiny details, curtains on the bed, free coffee and the waffles are amazing. Great homely feeling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews
Price from
US$61.37
1 night, 2 adults

HI Nordegg - Hostel

Nordegg

Set in Nordegg, HI Nordegg - Hostel offers a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

S
Sarah
From
United Kingdom
This place is amazing, just book in, you definitely will not regret it! Location is fantastic, rooms, bed and facilities are perfect, its one of the best places I have ever stayed and I have travelled a lot. The rooms are first class hotel quality, with the friendly communal areas that come with it being a hostel. A total hidden gem!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$104.46
1 night, 2 adults

Jasper Downtown Hostel

Jasper

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Jasper Downtown Hostel offers accommodation in Jasper city centre. This property offers both dorm style and private bedrooms.

A
Anastazie
From
Czech Republic
Everything was really good. Nice shared room and fully equipped kitchen. And people at the front desk were always nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,657 reviews
Price from
US$79.80
1 night, 2 adults

HI Calgary City Centre - Hostel

Downtown Calgary, Calgary

HI Calgary City Centre is located in East Village, right around the corner from downtown. Free coffee and tea is provided all day.

S
Santiago
From
United States
This has been my second time staying there, what gives an idea how much I liked it. Staff received me as an old friend that you have not seen for a long time. I just copy and paste what I put last time: Breakfast was good, the location is right in the centre of Calgary. The place had everything that I needed and the staff was always helpful and willing to help. Other services that were good to have available: phone to call (I did not have signal) and a pool table.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,722 reviews
Price from
US$83.03
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun Banff Hostel

Banff

Located on Banff National Park, this hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Banff’s shops and bars.

F
Fabian Fond
From
Sweden
The rooms were extremely spacious, and the social vibe in the bar was wonderful. My friend made a booking later, still they put us in the same room which was appreciated. The ski shuttle bus is basically right outside. They also have good info on how to get a discounted shuttle to Calgary Airport, which worked perfectly well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,474 reviews
Price from
US$147.55
1 night, 2 adults

HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

Lake Louise

Set amid the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park, this hostel boasts an on-site cafe and 2 self-catering guest kitchens. It includes private storage for guests and acts as a ski pass vendor.

M
Michael
From
United Kingdom
The extensive attractive lounge area is the best ever. Great little cafe/restaurant. Very helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews
Price from
US$117.52
1 night, 2 adults

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel

Banff

Boasting Rocky Mountain views, HI-Banff Alpine Centre offers a café and a bar. Free WiFi and self catering kitchens are available for guests to use. Banff town centre is 4 minutes' drive away.

L
Lucas
From
Brazil
It was perfect! I met a lot of people there because of the hostel activities. Almost every day the have some activity that will help you to make new friends! Also they offer free shuttle bus to downtown and even some lakes. It was super cool!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,019 reviews
Price from
US$87.05
1 night, 2 adults

Jasper East Hostel - Near Jasper National Park East Gate Entrance

Jasper

Set in Jasper, Jasper East Hostel - Near Jasper National Park East Gate Entrance features a shared lounge. The hostel offers both free WiFi and free private parking.

a
angela
From
Canada
Lovely little hostel. It felt very much like the guesthouses I have stayed in in some parts of Europe. The rooms were clean, comfortable and very nicely equipped. The main gathering areas were comfortable and had everything you need. The staff were very welcoming as well. Lots of parking! Directions given were great as it is out of GPS range and made it super easy to find. I would definitely stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$230.69
1 night, 2 adults

HI Rampart Creek - Hostel

Saskatchewan River Crossing

HI Rampart Creek - Hostel in Saskatchewan River Crossing provides accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The hostel has a sauna and a shared kitchen.

N
Nicolas
From
France
It's a wilderness HI with basically no electricity (although it's still possible to charge a phone) and no shower. But once you are aware of this, everything is great, from the location, the nice host, the kitchen well equipped. There is even a sauna.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$58.03
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$67.88
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,700 reviews
Best hostel I’ve stayed in. Rooms were very clean as were bathrooms. The beds also have curtains which is a great thing in hostels gives you much more privacy. Staff were very helpful with any questions and they have lots of flyers for information of what to do in the area.
Guest review by
Jack
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$108.88
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,441 reviews
We stayed there for a few nights with my friends and the hostel had everything we needed. Big kitchen, breakfast, common area, good wifi, and great location!
Guest review by
Laura
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Wished I would have stayed longer than one night. Sure, bunk beds are not for everyone, but the rest is worth some snoring roommates. The sauna with the river next to it to take a cold dip and the outdoor fireplace are awesome. Many fun people from around the globe to talk to, hence a great option if you are a solo traveler. Joel, the hostel keeper, is chill and friendly.
Guest review by
Elisabeth
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$128.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,447 reviews
This is a lovely hostel in a great location in Lake Louise and close to the Icefield Parkway. We had a room with a private bathroom so only shared the showers which were new and spotlessly clean. Kitchen was well equipped and there were plenty of tables to sit at.
Guest review by
Paul
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$414.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,474 reviews
My daughter and her friend have been staying since November. It was initially recommended to me, as a a great place to stay if you're new to Banff, as the atmosphere is both welcoming and friendly. Its not the cheapest hostel but the staff are great, the location is excellent and they both feel comfortable and safe.
Guest review by
Mrs H
Group
Avg. price/night: US$88.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,657 reviews
Great location, clean kitchen (could be bigger) with much storage space. Curtains on bunk beds.
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Jakob
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews
Best hostel I have stayed at! Very clean, beds were comfy and the owners were so lovely.
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Katherine
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$55.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews
Its a couple Blocks of the main Ave and downtown, like in all hostels you meet new people
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marilyn
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$93.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
It’s the only hostel-camp in the 30km radius. It exists and provides safety. It has intermittent electricity and intermittent internet access.
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Andrew
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$96.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,019 reviews
Super friendly staff, activities going on in the hostel, easy access to food & drink with the cafe + bar. Great location, bus to city centre only two mins away. Beds were comfy, kitchen was great! Would stay again.
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Niamh
Young couple