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Cheapest monthMarch
Most expensive monthSeptember
Top rated by travellersSamesun Banff, $133
Cheapest bed foundSamesun Banff, $133

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According to our pricing calendar data, you can bag the cheapest bed in March.
Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cosy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travellers over 30.
Since you’ll be surrounded by other likeminded travellers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Banff. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid. Most major Banff hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.
Yes! Hostels in Banff generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Banff. Not only can you bag a bed for as little as $133 per night, you can cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.
Other backpackers rated Samesun Banff, Banff International Hostel and HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel as the best central Banff hostels for value, cleanliness and comfort.