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Otter Hotel

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Rooftop pool
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Rooftop pool
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast and dinner served
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Upscale hotel near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

A fireplace in reception, a gym and 2 hot tubs are just a few of the amenities provided at Otter Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Good Folk, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$400
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

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1000 600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1H8
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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Hotel Room 2 Queen Beds

Hotel Room 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Suite

Superior King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Mountain View King Suite

Mountain View King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Accessible Room, King

Superior Accessible Room, King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Banff

At Otter Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Victoria Glacier and Surprise Corner. Highlights at this hotel include 2 hot tubs, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Good Folk, is open for breakfast and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Uptown District hotel, attractions include Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and Banff National Park Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Victoria Glacier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 20 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Shoku Izakaya - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Otter Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Otter Hotel offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a fitness centre. Otter Hotel also features multilingual staff, a fireplace in the lobby, and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 174 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Otter Hotel offers 174 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided. This Banff hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Good Folk

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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: CAD 30 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Otter Hotel Hotel
Otter Hotel Banff
Otter Hotel Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Otter Hotel?

Yep, Otter Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Otter Hotel?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otter Hotel on 10 May 2026 start from AU$400, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Otter Hotel?

No, Otter Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Otter Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Otter Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Otter Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Otter Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Otter Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Otter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1417 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1784 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were so friendly! Very clean hotel, the pools are absolutely amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shahzeen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived, everything felt thoughtfully designed for comfort, relaxation, and style. The hotel has a modern yet cozy mountain vibe that fits Banff perfectly. One of the highlights of our stay was the hot pool and sauna—a true luxury after a long day of exploring. Clean, well-maintained, and incredibly relaxing, it made our experience feel elevated and special. The rooms were immaculate, comfortable, and beautifully designed, with high-quality finishes and extremely comfortable beds. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, always happy to help with recommendations or anything we needed. The location is ideal—close to downtown Banff, restaurants, and attractions—yet still peaceful and quiet. Overall, The Otter Hotel exceeded expectations in every way. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Banff and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful clean, spotless room - very welcoming !! With All the amenities that we wanted ! Loved the bed and pillows! The staff were absolutely excellent ! I will say Josh at the Front Desk was so friendly and accommodating, helped us with picking out the complimentary teas from Jolene’s and then later dropped off a lovely Chocolate birthday treat with a card for my Birthday !!I I didn’t know the names of the other two ladies (but they were also helpful). Totally enjoyed up on the rooftop with the hot tubs and the sitting areas with individual fire pits !! Overall a great Birthday Getaway and we will be back !! ❤️👍🎉🥂
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, far exceeding our expectations. The hot pools and fireplace areas were fantastic, and the breakfast at the restaurant was delicious. A truly wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

gursharn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dmitri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes , great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous and helpful. Like the location. Large bldg with some walkng around to get to our room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Vu

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stanley Chi Tat

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic hotel with great amenities. The rooftop hot tub was great, beds were comfortable, and the coffee was also delicious. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cherrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect in this hotel but only one comment that doesn’t impress me… the housekeeper forgot to refill the body wash on our bathroom. Almost empty when we stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ZACH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amazing hot tub views, great food and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

George

The room and hot pools.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brianny Kapriel Duran

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is incredible, the attention, the amenities, the location is all perfect, only the housekeeping staff should work more on their work with the stay over, I left a tip for a better service but they took the money and did not change the sheets (and the pillows were dirty) they only put them like that without checking, they did not refill soap or shampoo, but if it is not for the Houseman (I do not remember the name) but he is from London, he did an excellent job, very attentive, helpful, excellent recommendations about him and the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were prompt, polite and helpful. The room was clean, bright with lots of storage and amenities. The coffee options were superb - and the daily order was excellent. The hotel restaurant was spectacular with exceptional food. While the hotel is a little far from downtown, transit was fast and quick should you not want to walk. All in all an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Baraa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience food is great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

chloe

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An overall incredible hotel experience!! Big ol’ hot tubs with tons of space for several groups with insane mountain views! Coffee program was delightful. Special shout out to Dave who was an absolute pleasure checking us in and helping set our Banff trip off on such a positive note! Also, we read some reviews that made us concerned about the heating units in the room, but they really didn’t bother our group of 4 at all. We adjusted the angle of the fan and the noise didn’t wake us up at all. We all agreed we would love to come back to Banff and would 100% stay at the Otter Hotel again! Such a high end experience for a reasonable price!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and pool was great, room was fine. Had to request more facial tissue and body wash. Broken tea kettle (fixed by a great staff member). For the price I would stay closer to Downtown Banff next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was stunning, the hot tubs were fantastic, would come back in a heartbeat! Also totally loved the restaurant! We had a fantastic breakfast. 10/10 on everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Eitan

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room, amenities and location are perfect! Check in and check out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026