BANFF PTARMIGAN INN - Banff AB 337 Banff Ave T1L 1H8

337 Banff Ave., Banff, AB T1L 1H8 Canada

In Banff (Downtown District)

8.8

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

Banff Ptarmigan Inn offers amenities such as free WiFi, two spa tubs, ski storage, a sauna, a steam room, a business center, and a 24-hour front desk. They also have a restaurant and a bar/lounge on-site.

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Free WiFi

Parking (limited spaces)

Pets allowed

Business center

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Reviews

"Great Location"

The hotel is clean and the location is excellent.

Frances C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 30 to Thu Jul 02 2026 at a C$580.97 average nightly rate.

"Pleasant Staff, Pleasant Atmosphere, Handy"

Robert F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 31 to Sun Nov 02 2025 at a C$230.99 average nightly rate.

"Great location, clean, friendly."

Great location, clean, friendly.

Dylan S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 10 to Thu Sep 11 2025 at a C$491.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Banff Ptarmigan Inn, you'll be centrally located in Banff, a 1-minute drive from Banff National Park Information Centre and 6 minutes from Upper Hot Springs. This hotel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Banff Gondola and 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Banff National Park.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Make yourself at home in one of the 134 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Banff National Park Information Centre - 0.1 mi
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 0.1 mi
Canada House Gallery - 0.2 mi
Whyte Museum - 0.3 mi
Banff Park Museum - 0.4 mi
Banff Film Festival - 0.6 mi
Banff Centre - 0.7 mi
Upper Hot Springs - 2.1 mi
Sulfur Mountain Gondola - 2.2 mi
Sunshine Village - 9.4 mi
Canmore Nordic Centre - 11.0 mi
The Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre - 11.0 mi
Northwest Mounted Police Barracks - 1893 Restored Cabin - 11.1 mi
Centennial Park - 11.2 mi

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Banff? This hotel has 1700 square feet (158 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage. Guests can catch a ride on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 5 kilometers.

Lovely boutique hotel located 2 blocks from the heart of downtown Banff. All guestrooms newly renovated.

Local Attractions

Yyc Calgary (135 kilometers), Moraine Lake (59 kilometers), Banff Centre For The Arts (1 kilometers), Bow Falls (3 kilometers), Inns Of Banff Ski Rental Shop (1 kilometers), Banff Springs Hotel And Conference Centre (3 kilometers), Downtown (1 kilometers), Cave And Basin (1 kilometers), Lake Louise Ski Area (1 kilometers), Lake Louise (56 kilometers), Banff Springs Golf Course (3 kilometers), Sunshine Village Ski Hill (17 kilometers), Lake Louise Ski Hill (56 kilometers), Sulphur Mountain (9 kilometers), Mount Norquay (9 kilometers), Norquay Ski Hill (3 kilometers), Lake Minnewanka (11 kilometers), Banff (1 kilometers), Lake Minnewanka (8 kilometers), Sunshine Village Ski Area (1 kilometers), Yba-Banff (1 kilometers), Columbia Icefields (104 kilometers), Banff Upper Hot Springs (9 kilometers), Nordic Centre Cross Country Ski (27 kilometers), Banff National Park (1 kilometers), Yba-Banff Airport (3 kilometers), Banff Springs Hotel (3 kilometers), Calgary (135 kilometers), Banff National Park (144 kilometers)

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2016

Floors: 4

Rooms: 134

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 134

Handicap Rooms: 4

Suites: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 2

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 4.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 11.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Banquet hall
Bicycle rentals nearby
Boat tours nearby
Business center
Canoeing nearby
Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Computer station
Concierge services
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 1700
Conference space size (meters) - 158
Covered parking
Cross-country skiing nearby
Elevator
Food and water bowls
Free WiFi
Free area shuttle
Free self parking
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hot springs nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Mountain biking nearby
Multilingual staff
No cribs (infant beds) available
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of hot tubs - 2
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Off-street parking
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Parking (limited spaces)
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Professional property host/manager
Rafting nearby
Reception hall
Recycling
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Sauna
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Shared microwave
Ski equipment rental shops nearby
Ski passes available
Ski storage
Smoke-free property
Snow tubing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Steam room
Tours/ticket assistance
Uncovered parking
Vegetarian menu options available
Vending machine
Wheelchair accessible – no
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Airport & Shuttle Info

Banff Airport (2 kilometers), Calgary Intl Airport (143 kilometers)

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Your dog and cat are welcome maximum of two per room and each pet is provided with a pet bed bowls and special treats on arrival to the hotel.A pet fee of CAD25 per pet per night will be charged per room. Any damages to the room that are incurred will be subject to additional charges.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Internet / WiFi

WIFi is complimentary

Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Children 16 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Contactless check-out is available.

Contactless check-out is available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Tooloulou's - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy diner. Located 0.3 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Lunch Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar - Grab a tasty lunch and sample their house-made spirits at this unique distillery. Located 0.4 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Dinner The Bison Restaurant - Enjoy a delicious meal of locally sourced ingredients at this popular restaurant. Located 0.2 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Activity Banff Gondola - Take a scenic ride up Sulphur Mountain and enjoy breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies. Located 2.5 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Day 2

Breakfast Wild Flour Bakery - Start your day with freshly baked pastries and artisan coffee at this charming bakery. Located 0.2 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Lunch Nourish Bistro - Enjoy a healthy and delicious plant-based lunch at this popular vegetarian restaurant. Located 0.5 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Dinner The Grizzly House - Indulge in a fondue feast at this iconic Banff restaurant. Located 0.3 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Activity Banff National Park - Spend the day exploring the stunning landscapes and hiking trails of Banff National Park. Located 1.5 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Day 3

Breakfast Whitebark Cafe - Start your day with a gourmet breakfast and specialty coffee at this cozy cafe. Located 0.2 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Lunch Magpie & Stump - Enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine and margaritas at this lively restaurant. Located 0.3 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Dinner The Maple Leaf - Experience fine dining with a Canadian twist at this elegant restaurant. Located 0.4 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Activity Lake Louise - Visit the iconic Lake Louise and take in the stunning turquoise waters surrounded by majestic mountains. Located 36 miles from Banff Ptarmigan Inn.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Banff Ptarmigan Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Banff Ptarmigan Inn have?

There are 134 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

How much does internet cost?

WIFi is complimentary

Is Banff Ptarmigan Inn pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Your dog and cat are welcome maximum of two per room and each pet is provided with a pet bed bowls and special treats on arrival to the hotel.A pet fee of CAD25 per pet per night will be charged per room. Any damages to the room that are incurred will be subject to additional charges.

Is there shuttle service at Banff Ptarmigan Inn?

Banff Airport (2 kilometers), Calgary Intl Airport (143 kilometers)