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Overview

Within a 10-minute car ride of Banff Airport, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a sauna and complimentary Wi-Fi. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a 24-hour business centre and a beauty centre.

The hotel's rooms are rustic and offer a kitchenette that is equipped with a refrigerator and a microwave. They each have movies-on-demand and tea and coffee making facilities.

Banff Buffalo Mountain's restaurants, Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant and Cilantro, offer guests dinner during the evening. A wide selection of eating options can also be found in the surrounding area.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, Buffalo Mountain Hotel Banff offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking. The Banff Centre, Tunnel Mountain and Banff Park Museum are also nearby.

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Amenities at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Free parking
  • Business center

Reviews of Buffalo Mountain Lodge

9.0
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's peaceful location, often noting its proximity to nature and the convenience of shuttle or bus services into town. Many reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the spacious and comfortable rooms. Cleanliness received mixed feedback, with some guests finding their rooms spotless while others encountered issues. The restaurant and dining experiences were also mixed, with some guests enjoying the food and others disappointed by service or availability. Overall, the tranquil setting, attentive service, and room comfort stood out as positives.
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Diane, Sep 2024
Bathrooms are in serious need of updating. Tiny corner shower, pedastal sink, and claw tub for one. All in a spacious room that could easily hold a jacuzzi tub, a shower three times the tize, and a li...
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Location

700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff Avenue0.3 mi
  • Tunnel Mountain0.5 mi
  • Canadian Ski Museum West0.9 mi
  • Banff Springs Golf Club1 mi
  • Canadian Mountain Holidays1 mi
  • Canada House Gallery1.1 mi
  • The Banff Centre1.1 mi
  • Banff Park Museum1.1 mi
  • Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies1.1 mi
  • Tunnel Mountain Drive1.2 mi
  • Bow Falls1.3 mi
  • Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum1.4 mi

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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February
July
$164
$185
Cheapest month to stay with an average 40% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 214% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

The cheapest month to stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge is November, with an average nightly rate of $129. The most expensive month is August at $607 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

The cheapest day to book Buffalo Mountain Lodge is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $132. The most expensive day is Saturday at $204 per night.

How far in advance should you book Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

To get the best price at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 21% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Buffalo Mountain Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $219, while the most expensive was $222.
  • How long should you stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • How many rooms are provided within the Buffalo Mountain Lodge meeting facilities?

    The hotel’s stunning meeting facilities divide into four main areas, including smaller boardrooms and more impressive, larger event venues. The Cascade room is a no-frills facility, perfect for boardroom meetings with up to 20 people, whereas the Strathcona and Wainwright rooms seat 48 and 70 people, respectively, and impress with their wooden beam design and natural daylight. The biggest venue at this lodge is the Wapiti Longhouse where up to 99 people can celebrate under the wooden ceiling and with views of the mountain range. With access to the wine cellar, it is perfect for weddings as well.

  • What distinguishes the Buffalo Mountain Lodge from other accommodations?

    Plonked amidst fir and spruce trees, a stay at this lodge gives guests the ultimate outdoor experience and feeling for a remote mountain lodge. The interior impresses with wooden beams, stone fireplaces, and dark leather furniture to emulate the ultimate cabin-in-the-woods feeling. Despite being close to shops, nightlife, and restaurants, guests get to spot elks and deer crossing the hotel premises every so often, and during hikes, you get to see even more of the area’s wildlife.

  • What kind of fare is served at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge restaurant?

    True to nature’s taste, the hotel’s restaurant specializes in smoked and roasted wild game, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and mushrooms. The dining room allows incredible views over the surrounding nature while enjoying high-quality food and wine from their own wine cellar. Additionally, the wooden beam ceiling construction dominates the interior. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also features a kid-friendly menu as well as an extensive cocktail menu.

  • What can guests expect of the Buffalo Mountain Lodge lounge?

    For a more casual get-together, guests can also conglomerate in the Sleeping Buffalo Lounge that welcomes with a large fireplace and smaller round tables, and is fashioned almost entirely out of wood. A high ceiling provides an airy atmosphere and there is access to an outside patio. Snacks inspired by the main restaurant’s cuisine can also be enjoyed here and Sunday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, guests can benefit from the lounge’s Happy Hour with special rates. For sweet delights, also pop in to the Buffalo Mountain Café, which boasts homemade pies and desserts, muffins, and fresh pastries.

  • What kind of activities can guests do at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

    Throughout the year, the hotel features a wide array of activities for guests to enjoy and which can be organized by the hotel for your convenience. If you’ve come to explore all the beautiful biking trails surrounding the property, you can store your bike conveniently at this bike-friendly hotel. Other sports include canoeing, cross-country skiing, dog sledding, or sleigh rides. Horseback riding can also be organized, as can white water rafting. For group activities, also consider the Chef’s Table, where a professional chef shares kitchen secrets over wine and you receive a take-away gift bag.

  • What special packages does the Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer?

    For more adventure and fun, check one of the offers and special deals on KAYAK. Some of them include a fantastic gourmet dinner and other perks such as free breakfast. During the holidays, you can get special discounts and stay for longer to enjoy the hotel's various themed evening activities like an eggnog reception, movie nights, and readings. Seasonal offers, such as the one on New Year’s Eve, guarantee fun with DJ entertainment and a complimentary glass of sparkling to clink to the New Year.

  • Where is Buffalo Mountain Lodge located?

    Buffalo Mountain Lodge is located at 700 Tunnel Mountain Road, 1 miles from the center of Banff. Banff Avenue is the closest landmark to Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Buffalo Mountain Lodge?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

  • Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Buffalo Mountain Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Buffalo Mountain Lodge from the airport?

    Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 66.6 miles from Calgary. Buffalo Mountain Lodge is 98.8 miles from Red Deer.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Buffalo Mountain Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Buffalo Mountain Lodge in Banff and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Buffalo Mountain Lodge and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

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