Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
• 521 Banff Avenue | Banff, AB | T1L 1H8
Average User Rating:
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"Good location, friendly staff"
Shauna
March 2011 — "We stayed here with a living social coupon that I purchased, the hallways and doors to the rooms were in really rough shape but once you got into the room it was completely different. The beds were really comfortable but the bedding was dirty and the blankets were really old, we called housekeeping to replace them and they were prompt in getting to our room. The location was great, within walking distance to downtown Banff and having the Keg in the hotel is an added bonus. If you were not within walking distance or you don't enjoy walking around the town they offer a complimentary bus pass for all guests. The spa is really nice and the staff were very attentive. We also spent some time in the hot pools and steam room, they were very clean and relaxing. Overall the service was great, the lobby was inviting and the hotel was quiet (even though our window faced the main road).
When we returned home I realized that I had left my toiletries in the bathroom and I called to have them returned, the only thing I didn't like was the service I received from the hotel. They told me the cost would be less then what I was charged and they didn't send the right toiletries back to me. I asked for a manager to call me back and never heard anything. This probably wouldn't be my first place to stay at when we come back and that is only because of the service I just described. I also acknowledge that this is the case for most hotels when leaving stuff behind."
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"Very nice!"
Martha
July 2010 — "I stayed at this hotel with some friends and it was a really nice stay. Their rooms are very comfortable and well appointed and we were fortunate enough to have a balcony off of ours that we could enjoy the sun on. The hotel has a spa and although we didn't use the spa, we were able to use the hot tub and steam room, which were both great.
The location is pretty good -- they're right on Banff ave, but they're on the far end of it from most of the pub and restaurants so it's maybe a 10-15 minute walk to the heart of Banff. Because it was nice out, we were happy to walk but once it became dark out, we took a cab. It was only $5 or so.
Price-wise, it wasn't a bargain by any means, but I think it was comparable to other Banff properties. "
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"Good Service and Location"Jenny
June 2010 — "I recently went on a trip to Banff with some friends and we spent two nights at the Banff Caribou Lodge. When I booked the hotel, I upgraded to the superior room and then saw that for an additional $15 we could have the guarantee of a balcony. One of the girls really wanted a balcony so I reluctantly paid the extra $15. On principle, I normally wouldn't have done this because I find additional charges for things like this insulting and greedy on the part of the hotel. Upon arrival, we were a little disappointed in the room because for a "superior" room, it was very small. But it did indeed have the promised $15 balcony. It was clean and the beds were comfortable. It was too small for four people, but we weren't planning on spending much time in the hotel room, so we managed okay.
The location of the hotel was good. It was a bit far from the centre of town but it was nice weather and we didn't mind walking. If you can't walk you have the option of taking the bus, so no big deal. There is a Keg restaurant in the hotel, which is handy, but we didn't eat there.
All in all, it was a good hotel, but definitely overpriced (but I suppose that's typical for a tourist-trap like Banff) and lacking amenities to make up for the price."
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"Spacious Rooms"
Chloe
June 2010 — "We recently spent a night at the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa in the Deluxe Jacuzzi Loft Suite. My boyfriend and I liked the spacious layout of this suite, which consisted of a living room with a table, couch, TV, wood burning fireplace and a powder room on the main floor and a king size bed, a TV and a huge bathroom with a Jacuzzi on the second level. Although I enjoyed my stay in this suite, I think for a luxury suite the room could use some updating. The furniture was starting to look worn out and the bathroom upstairs could be updated with new counters. Also, features like a mini fridge and a microwave would be handy to have in this suite. However, all in all I thought Banff Caribou Lodge was a good place to stay. It's within walking distance to downtown Banff and we found the staff to be very friendly and helpful."
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"Good Hotel"
Twyla
September 2009 — "A friend and I went to this hotel for an overnight getaway in Banff. We choose this hotel because we were able to pick up a room for a very reasonable price. The hotel was right on Banff Avenue which made it extremely accessible to just walk downtown. The hotel appeared to be a bit older but was in good condition. The service at the front desk was excellent. We had free underground parking. Our room was of small to standard size with a good size bathroom. The décor and condition of furniture was average. The beds were quite comfortable and the room was very clean. Although we did not spend much time at the hotel or in the room, we did make use of the hot tub facilities which were extremely nice. The hot tub was very large, and very hot. Perhaps a bit too hot as we were not able to stay in it for very long. The hotel was quiet at night. Overall I would rate this hotel as ‘good’. "
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"incredible breakfast"james
September 2008 — "my wife and i ate breakfast here every morning of our one week stay in banff - the food is superb and so is the service; the staff are warm and friendly"
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DescriptionThe Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa features impressive hand-hewn logs that accent the building's exterior and lobby and create the spectacular ambiance of this mountain lodge. The massive fieldstone fireplace that dominates the lobby invites guests to relax in front of warm crackling flames. The lodge boasts 190 well-appointed rooms, and offers facilities including the Keg Steakhouse and Bar, the Red Earth Spa, high-speed Internet access, heated underground parking, an exercise room, a jetted hot pool and a steam room.
Services & AmenititesFitness Facilities
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi / Whirlpool
Restaurant On Site
Pub / Lounge / Bar On Site
Coffee/Tea Maker
Non-Smoking Property
Room Service
High Speed Internet in Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Location Information521 Banff Avenue
Banff
AB
T1L 1H8
Banff Winterstart 5 Miler Night Run
TBA
The race starts out from the front of the Caribou Lodge and Spa, running on an out and back course along Banff Avenue and Tunnel Mountain Road. Participants carry “Glo Sticks” and can enjoy refreshments, awards and draw prizes in the lodge following the race.
TBA
The race starts out from the front of the Caribou Lodge and Spa, running on an out and back course along Banff Avenue and Tunnel Mountain Road. Participants carry “Glo Sticks” and can enjoy refreshments, awards and draw prizes in the lodge following the race.
