Downtown District Travel Guide

Banff

A mountain town street with shops, a speed limit sign, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A snow-covered mountain range with a town nestled in the valley.
A snow-covered railway station with mountains in the background.
A storefront with a sign reading "Sweet Shoppe" and a bicycle parked outside.
A calm river reflecting the surrounding autumn foliage and distant mountains.

Stay near popular Downtown District attractions

A lake surrounded by mountains, houses, and trees.

Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

9.2/10 (4,621 reviews)
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau is just one of the places to see in Banff, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
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Top hotels in Downtown District

Moose Hotel And Suites

Moose Hotel And Suites

4 out of 5
345 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ฿23,807 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿23,807
฿26,955 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,534 reviews)
"Pretty well maintained. Small recommendations to have microwave atleast in all rooms"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Moose Hotel And Suites
Banff Park Lodge

Banff Park Lodge

3 out of 5
201 Lynx Street Banff AB
The price is ฿17,627 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿17,627
฿19,957 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,269 reviews)
"Very centrally located, decent rooms with amenities, efficient housekeeping, excellent breakfast though a bit pricey, courteous staff and convenient paid parking options. Unfortunately renovations were ongoing so was a bit of an inconvenience."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Banff Park Lodge
Elk + Avenue Hotel

Elk + Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
333 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ฿14,228 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿14,228
฿16,158 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,983 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, very central location within Banff"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Elk + Avenue Hotel
Peaks Hotel & Suites

Peaks Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
218 Lynx Street, Banff AB
The price is ฿16,269 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿16,269
฿18,420 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel in a perfect part of Banff to explore! Hot tub is across the street in their partner holler which was nice, but would have used it more if in the same physical location. All in all excellent spot!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Peaks Hotel & Suites
Brewster Mountain Lodge

Brewster Mountain Lodge

3 out of 5
208 Caribou Street Banff AB
The price is ฿12,850 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿12,850
฿14,548 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,887 reviews)
"Location….location…location! It’s situated perfectly in the middle of everything…"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Brewster Mountain Lodge
Mount Royal Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
138 Banff Avenue Banff AB
The price is ฿14,228 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿14,228
฿16,158 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,413 reviews)
"I found the hotel, very dark, causing a dingy kind of look. It is centrally located great location and the staff were lovely."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Mount Royal Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown District

Find the best Downtown District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountain lake with clear turquoise water reflecting the surrounding peaks and forest.

Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

A mountain with a clear sky, red chairs, and a sign in a forested area.
Photo by Ewa MK
Open Photo by Ewa MK

Tunnel Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.

A modern building complex with a mountain backdrop.

Banff Centre District

While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff International Research Station.

A large, illuminated hotel with multiple towers, surrounded by dense forest.
Photo by Jeff Whyte
Open Photo by Jeff Whyte

Banff Springs District

If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are top sights worth seeing.

A snow-covered mountain range with a town illuminated by lights in the valley below.

Sulphur Mountain District

While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola.

Downtown District Travel Guide