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Bow View Lodge

2.0 of 5
228 Bow Avenue | Box 339, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1A5, Canada
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Bow View Lodge
Ranked #17 of 33 hotels in Banff
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2013

Found a last minute deal on a cheap room here as we would arrive late and leave early... no need for anything fancy. Perfect location, good customer service, very clean room. Parked downstairs at the Banff Park Lodge, so my car was warm in the morning. My only minor complaint (and my wife's) was that the walls were a bit... More

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Vernon, Canada
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

In a town like Banff, it can be tricky to find decent accommodation for under $80/night if on a budget. BVL offers excellent value. I was offered the best online rate as a walk-in. Upon entry, the room was clean and had a smart layout. Real glasses, not plastic. Nice to park the car and walk to local shops, a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013 via mobile

The Bow View Lodge is a great place to stay for a couple, its a fantastic price for its location. The river view rooms are delightful and the rooms are very clean. We booked a room with a queen size bed and it was very comfortable and the linen was nicely washed. Don't let the size of the rooms or... More

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Birmingham, Alabama
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2012

My family of four (two teenage sons) stayed one night here as we travelled through Alberta last summer. The hotel was basic, but roomy enough for our family. Parking was an issue...they have free parking, but not enough of it. However, there is lots in the Banff Park Lodge next door, under the building. We would have preferred the convenience... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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54 hotel reviews
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51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

Attended a conference in Banff and this "hotel" acts as overflow for the Banff Park Lodge (same ownership I believe). As such there is no restaurant here, just rooms. The room was small-ish but adequate with only 1 bed, although I heard grumbles from other conference attendees about cramped conditions (which I presume was from 2 beds in the room).... More

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Grimsby, Canada
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2012

My wife and I spent our 10th anniversary in Banff and we were very pleased with Bow View Lodge. The building is right on the Bow River and the view we had late in the afternoon with the sun setting was breath taking. The management knowing of our anniversary had a beautiful basket of wine and champagne waiting for us... More

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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2012

Had such a comfy room to relax and feel at home here in Banff. The fall colors where out and rustling of the trees so nice to see. In the morning out in the front we got to see a mom,dad, and baby moose eating leaves off the trees. Such a nice treat like out in the country. Not in... More

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NovaScotia
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7 hotel reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012

Stayed here for 3 nights attending a conference at the Banff Park Lodge, a sister hotel located really just across the parking lot. Arrived early, was given a room on the first floor. Problem with the sliding door so the front desk staff, all of whom were wonderful, moved me to third floor. Room was small but equipped with most... More

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Canberra, Australia
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7 hotel reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

We are an Australian couple who enjoyed our stay at Bow View Lodge. The views were fantasic, the walks along the Bow River in the evening and early morning were something to remember - especially the reflections in the river, and the deer also enjoying the walk. The staff were friendly and efficient, the room was very comfortable, the downtown... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 22, 2012

Bow View Lodge still has the best view of the Bow River and I feel great while staying there. The very clean, comfortable and quiet rooms made my stay very pleasant. My late husband and I had spent many anniversaries at B.V.L. and this year would have been our 61st. so I had VERY happy memories. Receptionists were very considerate... More

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Additional Information about Bow View Lodge

Address: 228 Bow Avenue | Box 339, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1A5, Canada
Region: Canada > Alberta > Canadian Rockies > Banff National Park > Banff
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #17 of 33 hotels in Banff
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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