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Royal Canadian Lodge

4.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

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Lobby
Serves lunch and dinner
Lobby
Front of property – evening/night
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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459 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1B4
  • Place, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tunnel Mountain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Banff Gondola
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room One Queen

Standard Room One Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room Two Queen

Standard Room Two Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Two Queen Fireplace

Premier Two Queen Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier King Fireplace

Premier King Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Junior Suite

Deluxe Junior Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Banff

Royal Canadian Lodge puts you in the heart of Banff, within a 20-minute stroll of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and Central Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. .The restaurant, The Evergreen Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Evergreen Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to free bike hire. 2500 square feet (225 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and ski storage. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Uptown District hotel, you'll be 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Bow Falls and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Cave and Basin National Historic Site.

What's nearby

  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Upper Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Banff Gondola - 10 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 13 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery + Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Royal Canadian Lodge

Hotel with a sauna, near Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
As a guest of Royal Canadian Lodge, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2500 square feet (225 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Royal Canadian Lodge. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2500 sq ft of conference space
  • 225 sq. m of conference space
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Canadian Lodge offers 99 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured parking on site (CAD 20.95 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 24 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Evergreen Lounge
  • The Evergreen Restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 20 October 2025 to 22 April 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 24 to 30 per person
  • Secured self-parking fee: CAD 20.95 per day (in/out privileges)

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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Canadian Lodge?

Royal Canadian Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Royal Canadian Lodge?

Yep, Royal Canadian Lodge has a secured self car park with in/out privileges for CAD 20.95 per day.

Does Royal Canadian Lodge have a pool?

Royal Canadian Lodge has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Royal Canadian Lodge?

Royal Canadian Lodge features a health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes Royal Canadian Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Royal Canadian Lodge.

Does Royal Canadian Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Canadian Lodge?

No, Royal Canadian Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Canadian Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Canadian Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Royal Canadian Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Royal Canadian Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1026 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Tired hotel with patchy service though great location and excellent concierge
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Lakewood

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not free. It was an extra charge of $26 per person for a typical buffet so we ate down the road with more choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mourad

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Transportation access
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar Ali

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, very convenient, close to restaurant and bus stops. Overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent, Brentwood Bay

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property. We would absolutely stay here again. Reasonably large rooms, very large bathroom with the water closet separate from the vanity. Walking distance to downtown Banff. Convenient underground parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Royal Canadian Lodge - rooms were large (we were upgraded on arrival) the staff were friendly and it was a great location. We also really enjoyed the food at the restaraunt!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rise marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, clean and nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very clean. Restaurant is good. Walkable to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indraneel, Buffalo Grove

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location on Banff avenue
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice, good beds, lots of plugs for charging. Although we were on the main drag, it was quiet. All the amenities you would need, iron & ironing board, fridge, robes to wear from the pool. There was an exercise room & hot tub by the pool. Internet was good. Concierge was most helpful. I wish there would've been a microwave in the room though. Very easy to get to sightseeing but Banff Avenue was very busy this time of year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was brilliant , one thing I would point out that the concierge who advises on tours etc was not available until 2pm which is not ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Too expensive for what you get

Very expensive hotel for your average mid level accomadation. The door strike had to be repaired twice and the air conditioner rattaled so badly, I was ready to sleep in tbe car and not wake up the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Edwin

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mang Yee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room’s spacious, though a bit old, Toiletries are not enough, but overall is comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025