Bow Valley Things to see and do Travel Articles

Bow Valley, Alberta – Budget Beds and Hostels Accommodation – Bow Valley, Alberta, Canada

Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation Budget Beds and Hostels ($-$$) Akai Motel 1717 Mountain Ave, Canmore. Tel: 403-678-4664 Email: akai@banff.net The Spruce Grove Motel 545 Banff Ave, Banff. Tel: 403-762-2112, Fax: 403-760-5043 The Gateway Inn 800 Harvie Heights Rd, Harvie Heights (just west of Canmore). Tel: 403-678-5396; Fax: 403-678-5381; Y Mountain Lodge 102 Spray Ave, [...]

Bow Valley, Alberta Canada – Unique Mountain Accommodation#3

Unique Mountain Accommodations ($$ to $$$$) Many of these properties offer self-contained cabins or condo-style units. Great for ultimate get-away or for small groups and families. Some have swimming pools, convention facilities, and others are off the beaten track with stunning Canadian Rockies scenery and wilderness out every window. Enjoy! Douglas Fir Resort Tunnel Mountain [...]

Bow Valley, Alberta Canada – Location

Welcome to the Bow Valley nestled within the beautiful Canadian Rockies, on the western edge of Alberta. Our most well-known landmark is Banff, and in particular, Banff National Park. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, this part of the Canadian Rockies is unparalleled in it’s wilderness appeal and stunning scenery. Why is it [...]

Bow Valley, Alberta Canada – Accommodation #2

Stately, Historic Hotels ($$$$$) Canadian Pacific Hotels Banff Springs, Chateau Lake Louise, Lodge at Kananaskis Toll Free: 1-800-441-1414 Even if you can’t afford to stay in these hotels, you must go and wander a little! Historic architecture, outrageous gift shops and the “Hungarian Baths at the Spa” are to die for (regular folks allowed too!). [...]

Bow Valley, Alberta – Campgrounds

Campgrounds ($) One of the best ways to see the Rockies is to get a vehicle, a tent, and go camping! Better yet, rent a truck/camper or a small motorhome and travel in style. Many campgrounds in the area are primitive, but the big ones have full hook-ups, hot showers, evening entertainment (educational / for [...]

Bow Valley, Alberta – Backcountry Lodges ($-$$$)

Backcountry Lodges ($-$$$) Mount Engadine Lodge Spray Lakes Road (Kananaskis), 40 minutes from Canmore. Tel: 403-678-4080, Fax: 403-678-2109 Accessible by car, amazing wilderness surroundings, excellent hiking and cross-country skiing, licensed dining room. Banff Sundance Lodge Box 2280, Banff, Alberta T0L 0C0. Tel: 403-762-4551 16 km from Banff townsite, accessible by cross-country skiing and hiking. Indoor [...]

Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation Bed and Breakfasts

Bed and Breakfasts ($$ – $$$$) The Creek House 701 Mallard Alley, Canmore Tel: 403-678-2463; Fax: 403-678-8721; Toll Free: 1-888-678-6100 Email: info@creekhouse.com. Eleanor’s House Banff’s Finest Guest Home: 125 Kootenay Ave, Banff Tel: 403-760-2457 Email: info@bbeleanor.com Paint Box Lodge 629-10 Street, Canmore Tel: 403-678-3956 Email: paintb@telusplanet.net Cozy alpine lodge in the heart of town, featuring [...]

Bow Valley – Budget Beds and Hostels ($-$$)

Budget Beds and Hostels ($-$$) Akai Motel 1717 Mountain Ave, Canmore. Tel: 403-678-4664 Email: akai@banff.net The Spruce Grove Motel 545 Banff Ave, Banff. Tel: 403-762-2112, Fax: 403-760-5043 The Gateway Inn 800 Harvie Heights Rd, Harvie Heights (just west of Canmore). Tel: 403-678-5396; Fax: 403-678-5381; Y Mountain Lodge 102 Spray Ave, Banff; Tel: 403-762-3560, Fax: 403-762-2602; [...]