Set amid the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park, this hostel boasts an on-site cafe and 2 self-catering guest kitchens. It includes private storage for guests and acts as a ski pass vendor. Guests at HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre can relax in the common room with a fireplace and TV. A small library is available for guests to choose from, and a sauna is also available. Accommodation at HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre offers shared bathrooms and showers. The simply styled rooms also include free Wi-Fi access. This property is within 8 minutes’ drive of Lake Louise and skiing at Lake Louise Mountain Resort. Samson Mall is a 5 minutes’ walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Hostelling International
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
4 bunk beds
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carolyn
    Australia Australia
    Luggage storage until check in handy. Good location, walking distance to bus stop, shops. Upstairs lounge comfy to hang out in. Room as pictured/described on website. Multiple shower rooms along hall, practically an ensuite. Everything clean....
  • Verena
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing location!! Super friendly staff. Shared kitchen well equipped. Easy parking. Would definitely stay again.
  • Miho
    Canada Canada
    I stayed here in December and it was very quiet and nice.
  • Serik
    Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
    Everything was cool. Nice in-house restaurant and sauna.
  • Clawdeezyt
    Singapore Singapore
    Good location, and they have the ROAM public bus stations nearby. Rooms and shared toilets are clean too. For an accommodation in the Lake area, the prices are the cheapest I've seen.
  • Harmson
    Canada Canada
    Everything was excellent. Food in the restaurant was exceptional and the staff went out of their way to make me feel welcome.
  • Jimmy
    Canada Canada
    It’s is a very nice place. The staff are friendly. The place have a nice rustic cottage feel to it. I stay there again. Much better than Banff.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The extensive attractive lounge area is the best ever. Great little cafe/restaurant. Very helpful staff.
  • Kayla
    Australia Australia
    Great private rooms and even though the shower wasn’t in the private bathroom it was still very nice and modern private showers just outside the room.
  • Karen
    Australia Australia
    The location was good for public transport and proximity to Lake Louise village itself. Restaurant onsite as well as kitchen area if needed.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local

Facilities of HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Mountain view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Ski

  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski storage

Activities

  • Movie nights
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Lockers
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Wellness

    • Sauna

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
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    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that HI/YHA discounts are not available to members as part of this booking.

    Special policies apply for group stays of 10 or more people and different terms and conditions will apply.

    For the safety and comfort of all guests, children 12 and under are accommodated in private rooms only. Children aged 13 to 17 who stay in shared dorm rooms must be accompanied by a legal guardian.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    FAQs about HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel

    • HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Check-in at HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel is 550 yards from the centre of Lake Louise. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre - Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Skiing
      • Games room
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Movie nights
      • Horse riding