About

The iconic Canmore Hotel has been around since 1890, 'The Ho' was notorious for its wild parties and the hotel above it was the place to recuperate afterwards. After a 20 month extensive restoration and renovation to this heritage building, the old hotel is back with the rooms transitioned into both private and hostel dorm style accommodation. Our main floor bar features a large stage for live bands on the weekends along with world class DJ's - it can get loud and entertaining in our place, so be prepared for a great time!

We are the only hostel in Canmore that is located on its most vibrant street - Main Street. We are on main street and 7th avenue corner in downtown Canmore. We are located across the street from the city & regional transit bus service that also goes to Banff National Park where you can catch another bus to Lake Louise.

We have kitchen facilities, common game room along with the bar/restaurant below. Our hotel has a cannabis shop in the back lane. Our rooms come in categories of private with private washroom attached. Private with shared washroom and shower facilities. We offer 3 types of private rooms, 1xKing OR 1xQueen OR 2xSingle Bed(s). We also offer dorm rooms in categories of 6, 7 and 8 . Dorms are available in female only and mixed gender options.

'The Ho' on the main floor is back as the largest nightclub in Canmore, with live music acts and popular DJ's performing weekly. Enjoy the social interaction upstairs in the hostel, mingle and make new friends in our turn of the century saloon inspired bar/restaurant downstairs. We encourage you to explore the natural paradise around you throughout the day and let loose at the 'The Ho' as your evening progresses. We look forward to hosting wanderers from across the country and the world.

House Rules

Check In

16:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
  • Nightclub
  • Wi-Fi
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Reviews

7.2Very Good(239)
  • Value for Money
    6.7
  • Security
    7.9
  • Atmosphere
    6.0
  • Cleanliness
    6.9
  • Staff
    7.3
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    6.3
Summary of traveller reviews

Canmore Hostel offers a fantastic central location in Canmore, perfect for exploring. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff. While generally clean, some recent reviews mention noise from the downstairs bar, especially on weekends, and limited kitchen facilities. It suits budget travellers and those seeking a lively atmosphere.

Stayed in Jul 2026
4.9
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Josh
Male, 18-24, England
Very minimal security, one room got broken into during my stay. Facilities are poor with one very small kitchen with a two tables (this is classed as the common area). Only two working male toilets for the whole hostel. Staff didn’t necessarily do anything wrong, they were just quite blunt and not very welcoming. They call this hostel a ‘party hostel’ and encourage you to visit the pub yet state you have to pay a $150 fine if you are intoxicated on the property. Location however is very good
Stayed in Jul 2026
3.7
H
Holly
Female, 18-24, England
Unfortunately, this was the worst hostel I've stayed in. Our room lock failed, leaving it unsecured, and some belongings were stolen. Management was dismissive and unhelpful, and the replacement room was cramped, stained, and poorly ventilated. Staff entered rooms without knocking and left doors open during cleaning. The hostel was also extremely noisy and had no air conditioning. Only the location and clean shared facilities were positives.
Stayed in Jul 2026
5.4
L
Lorenzo
Male, 25-30, Canada
Rooms were smelly and hot, no ventilation and the staff was rude imposing harsh rules.
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Location

900A 7th Avenue, Canmore, Canada
0.8km from city centre