Buffalo Mountain Lodge – Family Hotel in Banff | From 144$/Night

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About the Hotel

700 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Canada, T0L 0C0

“I loved being just a short drive from Banff's vibrant center!”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

Buffalo Mountain Lodge offers 108 guest rooms, each with a wood-burning fieldstone fireplace, down duvets, and private bathrooms. Room options include Premier Plus (bear-claw bathtubs, heated slate floors), Buffalo Suites (kitchenettes, pull-out sofas), and pet-friendly accommodations. All rooms have Nespresso machines, smart TVs, and balconies or patios with mountain views. ADA-approved rooms are available in the Buffalo Suites.

Dining Onsite

The Prow serves mountain-themed tapas, house-made pastas, and local game meats like bison and elk. Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, and sourdough toast. The Dining Room offers Rocky Mountain cuisine with ingredients from CRM Ranch. Buffalo Mountain Café provides coffee, pastries, and sandwiches to-go. Happy hour features creative cocktails.

Recreation & Facilities

The lodge has a steel outdoor hot tub with mountain views and a gym with weights. Cross-country skiing trails are lit for night use. Hiking and biking trails on Tunnel Mountain are accessible year-round. The property includes a games area with board games and a seasonal patio.

Location & Access

The lodge is on Tunnel Mountain Road, a 3-minute drive or 15-minute walk from downtown Banff. Nearby landmarks include Tunnel Mountain Trail (1.5 km) and Lake Minnewanka (2.5 km). The Roam bus stops outside the lodge; tickets cost $2. Calgary Airport is a 1.5-hour drive.

Services & Events

In-room dining is available. The lodge hosts weddings in the Wapiti Longhouse and Strathcona Room, both with Cascade Mountain views. Corporate retreats can use four function rooms with in-room bars. Elopement packages include a three-course dinner and sparkling wine. Pet-friendly rooms come with beds and bowls.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Standard King Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Premier Queen Room Two Queen Beds

4 persons

40 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds

4 persons

28 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

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Premier Queen Room

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

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Heating

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City Centre

Banff 1.7 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Excellent On-Site Dining

“I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast at The Prow. Both the breakfast and dinner options were excellent, providing a good culinary experience that complemented my stay.” view full review

Relaxing Hot Tub Experience

“The hot tub area was a fantastic bonus after a long day of hiking. I felt cozy and relaxed while enjoying the warm water, especially with clean towels readily available nearby.” view full review

Comfy Fireplace Ambiance

“I loved having a fireplace in my room. It was wonderful to light a fire after a day spent outdoors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere inside.” view full review

Spacious Bathroom Amenities

“The bathroom was very spacious, nice. It had a fantastic decor that added to the overall cozy cabin vibe of the lodge.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling

Services

Room service
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

700 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Canada, T0L 0C0

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700 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Canada, T0L 0C0

City landmarks

Museum

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

2.4 km

Museum

Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum

2.1 km

Waterfall

Bow Falls

2.0 km

Landmark

Fairmont Banff Springs

2.3 km

Museum

Cave and Basin National Historic Site

3.1 km

Landmark

Lake Minnewanka

2.5 km

Museum

Banff Park Museum National Historic Site

2.7 km

Landmark

Tunnel Mountain Trail

1.6 km

Gallery

Canada House Art Gallery

2.2 km

Landmark

Douglas Fir Resort Waterslides & Pools

1.2 km

Landmark

Walter Phillips Gallery

1.6 km

Landmark

Little Beehive

1.7 km

Landmark

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

2.4 km

Landmark

Surprise Corner

2.1 km

Church

St. Paul's Presbyterian Church

1.5 km

Museum

The Historic Luxton Home Museum

1.5 km

Landmark

Canadian Ski Museum West

1.6 km

Amusement Park

Banff Rotary Park

650 m

Landmark

Hoodoos Trail

740 m

Landmark

Whiskey Creek

760 m

Landmark

Banff Off-Leash Dog Park

860 m

Gallery

Willock & Sax Gallery

1.7 km

Landmark

Saint Mary's Parish Banff

1.8 km

Gallery

All In The Wild Gallery

1.8 km

Gallery

About Canada

1.8 km

Church

Banff Park Church

930 m

Landmark

Johnson Lake

2.1 km

Landmark

Bourgeau Lake

2.1 km

Landmark

Banff Avenue

3.0 km

Nearby

190 Tunnel Mountain Dr

Tunnel Mountain Trailhead

270 m

Restaurants

Japanese Restaurant Miki

1.0 km

600 Banff Ave

Banff Voyager Inn

980 m

555 Banff Ave.

Patrinos Banff

1.2 km

537 Banff Ave Inside the Rundlestone Lodge

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

1.1 km

521 Banff Ave.

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Buffalo Mountain Lodge – A Favorite for Families in Banff

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Onsite

Recreation & Facilities

Location & Access

Services & Events

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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