They may call themselves a ‘base camp’, but that’s definitely only in spirit — not in style. Thanks to its location, Banff Aspen Lodge is favoured by those wanting to pitch up and experience all the attractions of this popular ski and spa town, from its snow sports to its famous hot springs. But its style is far from ‘base camp’. Smart and swanky, its rustic-meets-chic décor is matched by a series of extra touches that make an ‘outdoorsy’ holiday uncharacteristically comfortable, like complimentary WiFi, ski and bike storage, the coffee and cake-stocked Whitebark Café, and a steam room and sauna for soothing adventure-weary muscles. You can start your day filling up at the breakfast buffet, with its local bacon and sausages and home-baked treats. And you can end it in an outdoor hot tub with a crackling fireplace.
Amenities
Families
Ski
Free Parking
Hot tub
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Where is it
In the heart of Downtown Banff, a short stroll to local restaurants, museums, shopping and galleries. Transfer time from Calgary Airport: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hotel information
89 rooms. All with TV, clock radio, complimentary WiFi access, kettle, coffee maker, mini-fridge, hairdryer, iron and board and safe. with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Superior Rooms are equipped with a balcony or patio and feature 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Premium Rooms are more spacious and feature a balcony or patio, with either 1 queen-size bed and 2 single beds or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Breakfast Room serving a variety of hot and cold breakfast items including house-made granola and baked goods. Whitebark Cafe serving organic coffee and premium tea along with pastries and baked goods. 2 outdoor hot tubs with an outdoor fireplace. Steam room and sauna. Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Ski lock-up and ski and bike security. Complimentary parking.
*Denotes local charge.
Based on 2534 reviews
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Once and once only.
Oct 7, 2025Mark and Wils BLondon, United Kingdom
Our stay did not begin well as we were shown a downstairs room that was dark with the lights on even on a sunny day. The manager basically said we should know the hotel layout and request a room higher up. All I asked for was a room like in the picture for the room I booked online, not an unreasonable request. We were eventually changed and the…
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Our stay did not begin well as we were shown a downstairs room that was dark with the lights on even on a sunny day. The manager basically said we should know the hotel layout and request a room higher up. All I asked for was a room like in the picture for the room I booked online, not an unreasonable request. We were eventually changed and the room we moved to was much better. It was spacious and did have an outside view that was reasonable. I thought this hotel was way over priced and double what we paid in Calgary and treble what we paid in Whistler. Both of those hotels were superior to this but I guess that is supply and demand. Breakfast was fine and the staff were good, can't quite figure how people say free breakfast when the room price is so high. Quality of breakfast was adequate and choice fine. Everything in the room was at a minimum for toiletries etc but decoration was good.
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The location was great
Oct 6, 2025슬이 이
The location was great, close to downtown, and the staff were very friendly. I also appreciated having access to laundry facilities, and the hot tub was a highlight. Overall, a very pleasant stay!
Amazing - exceeded expectations
Oct 5, 2025I8749TThannahr
Banff Aspen Lodge exceeded all our expectations! We were greeted with a very warm welcome from Joel on the front desk and he was helpful throughout our 4 night stay, always with a smile and sense of humour. It was a shame we did not get to thank him as he was not working the day we checked out. The breakfast was great considering it is…
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Banff Aspen Lodge exceeded all our expectations! We were greeted with a very warm welcome from Joel on the front desk and he was helpful throughout our 4 night stay, always with a smile and sense of humour. It was a shame we did not get to thank him as he was not working the day we checked out. The breakfast was great considering it is “continental” as there’s also a few hot options. The outdoor hot pool, cold plunge pool, sauna and steam room were an added bonus and we used the facilities everyday. The room was spacious, with a comfy bed and great shower with gorgeous Rocky Mountain products. We will definitely be back!!
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Comfortable hotel but (as all Banff hotels) expensive for what it is
Oct 2, 2025SHBoatWindsor, United Kingdom
Stayed two nights, small bedroom but then big sitting room. Room clean and comfortable which really describes hotel overall. Not standing but more than adequate and similar price to other Banff hotels - which are dear. Good breakfast in very busy restaurant
Very lovely experience
Sep 27, 2025Harry T
My wife and I had a truly wonderful experience at the Banff Aspen Lodge. The views of the mountains from our room were stunning and the included breakfast was a fantastic way to start our days. The staff was incredibly helpful throughout our stay, especially Wendy at the front desk. She was so polite and kind and went out of her way to offer great…
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My wife and I had a truly wonderful experience at the Banff Aspen Lodge. The views of the mountains from our room were stunning and the included breakfast was a fantastic way to start our days. The staff was incredibly helpful throughout our stay, especially Wendy at the front desk. She was so polite and kind and went out of her way to offer great dinner recommendations. We felt so welcome from the moment we arrived. We highly recommend this lodge for a perfect mountain getaway
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Once and once only.
