The Dorothy Motel

3.0 star property

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Courtyard
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Courtyard
Rooftop pool
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
$121
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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Marmont Cres, 250, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Glacier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior King Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(134 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Dorothy Motel

3-star hotel in Uptown District
Along with express check-out, this smoke-free hotel has a front-desk safe and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine.
The Dorothy Motel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The Dorothy Motel features a terrace, a vending machine, and express check-out. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Complimentary self parking is available on site. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property. A total renovation of this property was completed in October 2020.

The Dorothy Motel is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • 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

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Canoe and Suites, #2000 - 600 Banff Ave]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bumpers Inn LTD
Bumpers Inn LTD Banff
Bumpers LTD Banff
Bumpers Inn Banff
Bumpers Inn
Bumpers Banff
Bumpers Hotel Banff
Bumpers Motel Banff
Bumpers Inn
The Dorothy Motel Hotel
The Dorothy Motel Banff
The Dorothy Motel Hotel Banff

The Dorothy Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although the check-in was across the street at resort hotel the staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and updated, nice courtyard area, convenient on site parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Randell

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is unique as it's very small with only a handful of rooms all with exterior access and a shared courtyard in the middle full of seating and greenery. The rooms were clean and bright. there isn't a front counter to check in on site, you have to go across the road to Canoe hotel to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large comfortable bathroom with a walk in shower. High quality toiletries included. Complimentary tea and coffee of choice provided at check in was a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia, East St Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hot tub and amenities with mountain views were wonderful. Restaurant had great food and the sangria is a hit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john marshall, San Antonio

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Utilizing the sister hotel for amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tharmika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at Dorothy motel. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly for pets, they go above and beyond. Have us a treat and a toy at check in, and a quality toy that I got to pick. They also gave me fresh ground coffee that I got to pick. Nice touches that go a long way. Would recommend. Looked old from the outside but inside was new and super comfy, we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HETAL

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect spot to stay in Banff right on the edge of the town. It was very clean and quiet. It's far enough away from the busy-ness of the town but still within walking distance to the restaurants and shopping. There was also the convenience of the gas station next door to fill up before our travels. I did have some trouble trying to check in on the app. If you can't check in on the app you do have to go to another location to check in, but it's right across the street. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

The room was spacious and I appreciated that the bathroom had a large counter and walk in shower. The veds were comfortable and the room was clean. The exterior of the building was okay. No elevator so had to take bags up a flight of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SULE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite clean and surprisingly large room. Loved their bathrooms and toiletries. And their prices were excellent too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located for an activity base.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie J

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I recommend this place 110 %. Next time we'll stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

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

10/10 Excellent

Jhamaica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, Mooresville

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location! It’s away from the crazy busy town and easy access to highway to get to and from al the attractions!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime, North Hollywood

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not your typical motel

Our room was spacious and the bathroom, specifically the shower, was enormous. The bed was also extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good motel. It seemed like it may have been recently refurbished. It is not self service check in but you check in at the sister hotel just across the road which was efficient and easy. Friendly staff. You can also use the facilities at the sister hotel. Bus stop right outside if you don't want the walk in town. Very pleasant and easy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025