Banff Aspen Lodge, Banff

Banff Aspen Lodge - A mountain lodge with hot tubs, on-site cafe, and contemporary rooms with balconies

Located on Banff Avenue at Moose Street, this family-owned Banff hotel features 89 rooms equipped with Nespresso machines, mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies or patios. The Whitebark Cafe, situated in the lobby, serves sandwiches, soups, espresso drinks, and transforms into a wine bar in the evening offering regional cheese plates. Two outdoor hot tubs occupy a courtyard outfitted with cedar decking, slate-stone seating, and a gas fireplace. The property includes a ski lock-up facility, bicycle security, and a market retail store for guest essentials. Banff Aspen Lodge welcomes pets for $25 per night (maximum 2 dogs). A transit stop directly outside connects guests to downtown attractions, while the Cave and Basin National Historic Site lies 1.5 miles away. The property sits 93 miles from Calgary, with direct access to Mount Norquay ski area within a 5-minute drive.

Pros

Heated outdoor patio remains open through winter for dining

The Whitebark Cafe is a popular local gathering spot

Transit stop located directly outside the lodge entrance

Market store on-site provides essentials and local gifts

Cons

93 miles distance from Calgary International Airport

Economy rooms are limited to ground level locations