is a average hotel the i had was ok clean and in order just it has not enough lights in there so is a bit dark but not bad good place i will stay again

Having booked in at Ptarmagan we found our room to be adequate in the Driftwood which is in effect an annexe across the car park. Pretty good value. Centrally located so easy enough to find plenty of places to eat. The rear entrance takes you in to the back street and is very convenient for local supermarket and liquor store.

Due to the excessive lodging costs in Banff, I chose the Driftwood Inn over its more expensive counterparts. I experienced no major issues, and I would definitely return if I came back to Banff.

Rooms are fairly basic (no comfortable chairs) but the bed was fine. No bugs or dirt. There are some annoyances, such as a non-functional thermostat, a dark parking area, and the electrical outlets shutting off when the room lights are switched off. The walls are thin and I could hear my neighbors talking every night, but fortunately none of my neighbors were noisy.

The location is excellent in downtown Banff.

If cost wasn't a concern, I would stay somewhere else, but if you're on a budget, there's no problem staying here.

I rated this only average because "Very Good" seemed a little excessive, and there was no "Good" category. I WOULD stay here again, in spite of the lumpy mattress. The value was excellent, location very good. Towels and TP were pretty decent and room was spacious. No micro-fridge was a downer, and thermostat seemed centrally controlled (is there AC?) -- I kept the window cracked for circulation. Room was clean, TV needed more stations, but you don't go to Banff to watch TV. It was a quick block to 2 to downtown, and seemed relatively safe. Accoustics were horrible, as I could hear every neighbor and those outside on the walkway. Parking can be a nightmare if you don't get in early and/or have a tiny car. UNDERSTAND THE CHECK-IN PROCEDURE!!! Go to the Ptarmigan to check-in, you'll be fine.