Cave and Basin District Travel Guide

Banff

A cave with stalactites, a pool of water, and a light source illuminating the cave interior.
A bridge over a calm lake with mountains in the background.
A mountain with a lake in the foreground and a town in the background.
A rustic stone building with a tiled roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowering plants and a wooden bench.
A wooden deck with a view of a mountain range and autumn foliage.

Stay near popular Cave and Basin District attractions

A gazebo with a red roof, a flagpole with a flag, and a mountainous landscape with autumn trees.

Cave and Basin National Historic Site

8.6/10 (1,677 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Cave and Basin National Historic Site and enjoy the ski slopes in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
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Top hotels in Cave and Basin District

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ฿12,971 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿12,971
฿14,686 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Rundle Chalets

Rundle Chalets

2.5 out of 5
1100 Harvie Heights Road Harvie Heights AB
The price is ฿6,358 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,358
฿8,116 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Harvie Heights. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Silvertip Golf Course and Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial ...
8/10 Very good! (1,569 reviews)
"The cabins are likely 50 years old. The mattress was not comfortable, there was no hot water in the bathroom sink. No heat or a/c and paint was peeling on every building. Ee stayed there as the reviews were good...the place was not. So overpriced for what you get."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Rundle Chalets
Canmore Inn & Suites

Canmore Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1402 Bow Valley Trail Canmore AB
The price is ฿9,426 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿9,426
฿10,673 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,346 reviews)
"Room smells, train disturbance, compact washroom, dust on floor, mattress was not comfortable etc."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Canmore Inn & Suites
The Fox Hotel and Suites

The Fox Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
461 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ฿14,880 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿14,880
฿16,847 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,283 reviews)
"Great Banff location, we walked everywhere, but they did provide us with a bus pass good for three days. Great rooms, clean and comfy. Excellent bath products from a local company. Really fun cave like hot tubs. We loved it!"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

The Fox Hotel and Suites
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue Banff AB
The price is ฿22,902 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿22,902
฿25,930 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
Hotel Canoe and Suites
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way Banff AB
The price is ฿15,334 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿15,334
฿17,361 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,126 reviews)
"Clean rooms, free firewood, We loved having a wood burning fireplace. The pool and hot tub is amazing with the most spectacular views! I have stayed here twice now and would definitely Come back"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Hidden Ridge Resort
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Where to stay in Cave and Basin District

Find the best Cave and Basin District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountain town street with shops, a speed limit sign, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Canada House Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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 Canada House Gallery 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

Though Tunnel Mountain District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Banff Springs Golf Club and Tunnel Mountain.

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 Jenny Belzberg Theatre.

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 Bowl Valley Five Pin and Pints are top sights worth seeing.

Cave and Basin District Travel Guide