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Samesun Banff Hostel

7.9
Very good (1758 reviews) |
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Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 22, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Samesun Banff Hostel

Overview

  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • restaurant
  • bar
  • good breakfast

Intro

Offering a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities for guests' enjoyment, Samesun Banff hostel is located approximately 15 minutes' stroll from Lake Minnewanka. Located 1.4 miles from Bow Falls, the hostel provides guests with parking.

Rooms

Some of the private bathrooms at the Banff accommodation are appointed with a tub and a shower to enhance guests' comfort.

Relax

Ski facilities feature ski passes.

Location

Bear Street is merely 7 minutes by foot from the Banff hostel, and natural sites like Vermilion Lakes are around a 10-minute drive away. In addition, Bow Falls Viewpoint can be found 1.5 miles from the Banff property.

Eat

You can enjoy evenings in the lounge bar. For dinner, guests have the option of dining at Meatball Pizza and Pasta, located a minute away from this hostel, or at Good Earth Coffeehouse, situated 0.3 miles away. Guests of the Banff accommodation can prepare their own meals at a common kitchen.

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Rooms

6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room size: 10 m2
Max capacity:
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room size: 13 m2
Max capacity:
10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room size: 16 m2
Max capacity:
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Facitilies

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Dining facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour

Relax

  • Entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Hiking

Activities for Kids

  • Board games

Reviews

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88 /100 (1225 reviews)
7.9 7.9 /10 (1679 reviews)
7.9/10 Very good (1758 reviews)
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Categories

  • Cleanliness 8
  • Comfort 7.9
  • Facilities 8
  • Free WiFi 8.6
  • Location 9.1
  • Total 7.9
  • Value for money 7.8
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Andrea

9.4/10
I loved the location of the hotel. It was central and convenient. The staff were welcoming and friendly throughout my stay. Each morning, I enjoyed a decent breakfast with a nice selection. The rooms were clean and spacious, and I felt comfortable and safe here.
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Jennifer

9.6/10
it was super clean and had excellent facilities. The complimentary breakfast with pancakes, muffins, and fruit was a delightful touch, and the staff were incredibly welcoming, making me feel right at home. The location was also perfect, allowing easy access to everything I wanted to explore in the area.
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Lise

9.2/10
The cleanliness of the facilities impressed me, especially the daily room and bathroom upkeep. I loved the convenient location, which was a short walk from everything, and the kitchen had just enough space with good amenities for cooking. Plus, the nightly bar activities provided a great opportunity to socialize and meet fellow travelers.
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Fred

9.8/10
The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore. The breakfast was a nice surprise with plenty of options. The staff were friendly and offered great recommendations. The communal areas were clean and inviting, perfect for meeting fellow travelers.
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Alexandra

9.6/10
The staff at this hotel were exceptionally friendly and accommodating; I received invaluable help when I needed to change from a dorm to a private room. The location was perfect, within walking distance to everything, and I was pleasantly surprised by the delicious full breakfast that was included. The cleanliness of the shared bathrooms was impressive, and the cozy common areas provided a great atmosphere to meet fellow travelers.
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Location

433 Banff Avenue
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Banff Park Museum National Historic Site 1.07 km (3510 ft)
  • 2. St. Paul's Presbyterian Church 620 m (2034 ft)
  • 3. Canada House Art Gallery 900 m (2953 ft)
  • 4. Saint Mary's Parish Banff 680 m (2231 ft)
  • 5. Fairmont Banff Springs 2.05 km (1.27 mi.)
  • 6. Little Beehive 740 m (2428 ft)
  • 7. Cave and Basin National Historic Site 2.15 km (1.34 mi.)
  • 1. Dairy Queen Brazier Restaurant 620 m (2034 ft)
  • 2. Eggsmart 610 m (2001 ft)
  • 3. Evelyn's Coffee Bar 690 m (2264 ft)
  • 4. Banff Edo 650 m (2133 ft)
  • 5. Whitebark Cafe 300 m (984 ft)
  • 6. Starbucks 690 m (2264 ft)
  • 7. Yan's Bistro 570 m (1870 ft)
  • 1. Free Banff Gondola Shuttle 450 m (1476 ft)
  • 2. Brewster 1.13 km (3707 ft)
Spa Center
Banff Upper Hot Springs
1 Mountain Avenue
Working hours
10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Waterfall
Bow Falls
Banff
Working hours
Open 24 hours
Museum
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
311 Cave Ave
Working hours
May 15-Oct 15 Mo-Su 09:00-17:00; Oct 16-May 14 We-Su 10:00-16:00