The Experience

The Elk + Avenue Hotel is located in downtown Banff with 162 rooms featuring queen and king beds, including lofts and junior suites—fully equipped with all the modern day amenities. The Elk + Avenue is minutes from the best shopping, dining, nightlife and activities in the heart of Banff. Enjoy a refreshing break on our corner-front patio off the main street of Banff Avenue—perfect for people-watching or relaxing with family and friends over drinks with Mount Rundle as your backdrop. The hotel is also minutes away from hiking and biking trails, stunning lakes, and world-class ski hills and attractions, including the Banff Gondola and Lake Minnewanka Cruise.

All deluxe rooms offer a window view and are equipped with 37" flat screen T.V.'s, alarm clock radios, direct dial telephone with voicemail, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, hairdryer, ceiling fans, and bathroom amenities. Complimentary wireless internet is available in all rooms.

Today, Banff is considered Canada's number one tourist destination and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, the Park is a year round protected wilderness area offering 6,641 km² (2,564 sq. miles) of rugged alpine beauty, dramatic glaciers, gorgeous lakes, rushing rivers, first class amenities and the best powder skiing in the world. The Park's stunning scenery is home to an abundance of wildlife.

Banff Townsite is a splendid counterpoint to the surrounding wilderness, with historic sites, fine restaurants, exquisite shopping and spectacular scenery. Whatever your activity of choice, visit Canada’s number one tourist destination and let our friendly team at the Elk + Avenue make your stay a memorable one.