Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a meeting room, concierge services, and laundry facilities.
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel offers 54 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This Banff hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Dining options at the hostel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Banff hostel also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel has designated areas for smoking.
Cougar Pete's - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
The Storm Cellar - Onsite pub. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Cougar Pete's
The Storm Cellar
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Books
Foosball table
Games
Karaoke
Ski passes
Ski storage
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
In a national park
In the mountains
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
More
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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
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 elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Alpine Centre Hostel
HI-Banff Alpine Centre
HI-Banff Alpine Centre Hostel
Hi-Banff Alpine Centre Hotel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre
HI Banff Alpine Centre
Hi Banff Alpine Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Banff
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 546 reviews
10 - Excellent
224
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 546 reviews
8 - Good
192
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 546 reviews
6 - Okay
67
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 546 reviews
4 - Poor
38
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 546 reviews
2 - Terrible
25
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeff
Oct 31, 2025
Jeff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joyce
Oct 30, 2025
Joyce
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula
Oct 10, 2025
Paula
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Vera
Oct 10, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was decent, the common area was nice too but the lower level & hallways could use some maintenance & better upkeep. Just didn't have cozy vibes and felt like walking around in a mechanical room / hall. Baseboards were off the wall, paint needed etc
First time staying in a hostel and this place exceeded my expectations. The staff was friendly, free bear spray to check out each day, free bus pass, large lockers and under bed storage. The restaurant and bar had great food and drink options at an affordable price.
Fantastic option for staying in the area. Best hostel I've been in. Staff are all really nice and helpful and the fact that there is a cafe and a bar on the property is awesome..they actively have events most nights and the cafe has great coffee and the food I had was a god price and tasted great.
The area around the hostal is really nice and the staff are very helpful. I had trouble sleeping because I am a bit sensitive to noise and I could hear the steps from outside my room and upstairs. Besides that, everything was really nice.
Ana Isabel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Sep 5, 2025
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Eva
Aug 31, 2025
Eva
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
William
Aug 14, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
This is a hostel. I can't expect anything. This is my first time and will be my last time staying in hostel. Not hard feelings, This is just not my cup of tea.