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Buffalo Mountain Lodge
3 stars

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB T1L 1B3, Canada
Banff, Canada
See location+1 403 762 2400
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$86
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Very good
based on 1960 reviews
1,960 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
Standard room
Premier room

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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.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 1,960 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Buffalo Mountain Lodge

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Superior room
bed type unknown
2 queen beds
1 king bed
Standard room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
King room
1 king bed
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
Queen room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
Premier room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
Double room
2 double beds
2 double beds
bed type unknown
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Blu-ray player
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Skiing

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Buffalo Mountain Lodge

8.5
Very good
1960 verified ratings
Wonderful
860
Very good
369
Good
302
Okay
170
Fair
125
Mediocre
64
Poor
70

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and service, especially the hospitality and beautiful surroundings. However, some reviews highlighted cleanliness issues, particularly in certain rooms, which detracted from the overall experience. The rustic charm and amenities like fireplaces and hot tubs were also well-received.
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Location9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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6.0
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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 ling vanity sink. For $400 a night, I don't want to see mildew and junkiness around the shower base.

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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Low season

December

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

$320

Average price (weekend night)

$282
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 104% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

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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 December 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 Saturday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Buffalo Mountain Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $121, while the most expensive was $388.
  • How long should you stay at Buffalo Mountain Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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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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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city center

1.0 mi