Tucked in Alberta's breathtaking Rocky Mountains, just minutes from Banff National Park, Canmore is the ultimate base for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Whether you're after mountain views, a cosy lodge feel, or a stylish boutique stay, Canmore delivers. Stay downtown for easy access to local eateries and shops, or head to Spring Creek for upscale retreats and family-friendly suites. From budget-friendly inns to luxe lodges with spa perks, there’s a hotel here for every vibe and budget.

Canmore is a vibrant mountain town that offers something for everyone, whether you're into outdoor adventure, culture, or just soaking up stunning scenery. From hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and snowshoeing in the surrounding Canadian Rockies to exploring local art galleries, music venues, and the fascinating Canmore Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy. The town’s cosy cafes, eclectic restaurants, and craft beer spots make it a great base for both relaxation and exploration.

The Best Places to Stay in Canmore

Small and Intimate

• Located on the edge of the town near the start of the Cougar Creek trail, Creekside Villa has 12 suites that are mostly split-level with spacious living areas in a rustic-chic design. They have a popular restaurant which, unusually, serves Caribbean fare. An intimate place to stay for an active break in Canmore.
• More centrally located, Georgetown Inn is a restaurant/ pub with rooms. If it's traditional cosy you are after, this place delivers in spades, with its in-room gas fireplaces, floral motifs, and dark wood furniture. The pub serves hearty meals and there's a terrace for the summer months.
• Ambleside Lodge is a cosy 3-room B&B by Quarry Lake Park, offering epic mountain views. Host and hiking guide Dave Booth helps you hit the trails, then unwind by the massive River Rock fireplace in the scenic, wood-panelled chalet.

Good value basecamps

• For a central location close to shops and restaurants, Basecamp Suites offers 11 good value self-catering suites for all sizes of group. The suites are light and airy with polished wood floors, large swathes of glass, dining areas, and modern kitchens, and there's a rooftop hot tub for enjoying the mountain views.
• Another good value option is the nearby Lamphouse Hotel. More of a motel than a hotel, it offers functional but sleek modern guestooms, as well as a large self catering apartment that sleeps 10. There's also a communal hot tub for mountain views and star gazing at night.
• For a swisher option, the 22 room Tamarack Lodge is a stylish collection of one or two bedroom self-catering condos with vast windows, good living areas and well-equipped, contemporary styled kitchens. They too have a hot tub to relax in after an active day outdoors. It's a great choice for families or independent travellers.

Self catering adventure resorts

• The all-suite Stoneridge Mountain Resort offers fabulous mountain views and self-catering accommodation. Suites come in all sizes for couples, families and small groups, with well-equipped kitchens, balconies, and separate living/ dining areas. With its outdoor pool, hot tub, and cafe, it's a perfect base for active families or groups.
• For a stylish stay, Solara Resort, offers sleek self-catering suites with mountain views, balconies, and spacious living areas. Perks include an indoor pool, gym, screening room, and gear rentals—perfect for adventure and relaxation in equal measure.

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Travel Information

• Fly to Calgary (YYC), 1h 20 by road from Canmore.
• Best time to visit — for sunshine, it's July And August, though to avoid the crowds, come in September/Octover or May/June.
• If you want to hire a car, book via our Car Hire page.

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