Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff

Elk + Avenue Hotel - Modern Mountain Lodge with Wood-Fire Restaurant and Adventure Center in Downtown Banff

Located two blocks from downtown on Banff Avenue, this 3-star Banff hotel features contemporary accommodations with upgraded beds and modern décor. Each room includes a desk area, deluxe ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, and premium toiletries. The property offers standard rooms with two queens or one king, spacious loft suites with sitting areas, and premium deluxe rooms with enhanced living space. Farm & Fire restaurant serves wood-fired cuisine using local Canadian ingredients, while Good Earth Coffeehouse provides coffee drinks and grab-and-go items. The Pursuit Adventure Centre in the lobby arranges activities from wildlife watching to dogsledding. One of the hotel's relaxation features includes a whirlpool and sauna area with a raised hot tub, steam room, and dry sauna. The Elk + Avenue sits just steps from boutique shopping, dining, and entertainment venues.

Pros

Underground heated parking available for $5/night

Pet-friendly rooms welcome animals of all sizes with complimentary pet amenities

Adventure Centre provides expert local guides and activity booking services

Spacious loft suites feature separate living areas and upper-level sleeping spaces

Cons

Parking spaces are limited and offered first-come, first-served

Pet rooms only available in standard room categories