The Dorothy Motel, Banff

The Dorothy Motel - A Mountain-View Banff Hotel with Midcentury Design and Modern Amenities

Located at the start of Banff Avenue, surrounded by forests with Cascade Mountain views, this 2-star Banff hotel features 42 air-conditioned rooms accessible via exterior corridors. The Dorothy Motel's midcentury design incorporates concrete walls and unfinished wood paneling, creating a distinctive lodge-motel aesthetic. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffee maker, and in-room safe. Bathrooms feature stand-up showers and Rocky Mountain Soap Company products. A central courtyard offers an expansive wooden deck with seating areas. The property sits within 1 mile of the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies and Banff Park Museum, enabling guests to access hiking, skiing, and cycling activities. Free WiFi and complimentary parking are available throughout the property.

Pros

Direct forest views and mountain backdrop

Central courtyard with wooden deck seating

Walking distance to multiple restaurants including Japanese Restaurant Miki (0.5 miles) and The Keg Steakhouse (0.5 miles)

Close proximity to cultural attractions like Canada House Art Gallery (0.5 miles)

Cons

62 miles distance from Calgary International Airport

Rooms facing the bus depot may experience noise from vehicles