Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Canmore travel guide

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You're Going to Love Canmore

With a population of 12,288, Canmore is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Canmore deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Canmore

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bridgette Bar Canmore (1030 Spring Creek Dr building b) and Murrieta's Canmore (200-737 Main St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Rhythm & Howl (1 Silvertip Trail) and Gaucho Brazilian Barbecue-Canmore (629 Main Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Canmore.

When to visit Canmore

Canmore in January
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Canmore in January
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Canmore

Plane

Although Canmore doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 58 miles from Canmore. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, China Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Canmore from the United States departs from Phoenix and takes around 3h.

Car

Another option to get to Canmore is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 56 miles from Canmore. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Budget, among others, in Calgary.

Plane

Although Canmore doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 58 miles from Canmore. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, China Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Canmore from the United States departs from Phoenix and takes around 3h.

Car

Another option to get to Canmore is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 56 miles from Canmore. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Budget, among others, in Calgary.

Airports near Canmore

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Airlines serving Canmore

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,047 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,081 reviews)
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Where to stay in Canmore

Average rates range from around $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $328 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sunset Mountain Inn and Northwinds Hotel Canmore. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Canmore, with prices from $66 to $1,843 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Canmore are about 7% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Canmore by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Canmore

Most booked hotels in Canmore

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Blackstone Mountain Lodge By Clique
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1230 reviews)
$120+
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Mtn House By Basecamp
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 610 reviews)
$109+
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Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 664 reviews)
$277+
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Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1811 reviews)
$92+
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Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2060 reviews)
$90+
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Copperstone Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 651 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Canmore

Renting a car in Canmore costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Calgary.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Canmore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Canmore costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Calgary.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Canmore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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