Elk & Avenue

Banff, Alberta

Standard Queen Room
Standard King Room
RGS Restaurant
RGS Restaurant
RGS Lounge
Modern Loft
Standard Queen Room
Standard King Room
RGS Restaurant
RGS Restaurant
RGS Lounge
Modern Loft

The hotel

Elk + Avenue delivers on contemporary style, without sacrificing the mountain lodge feel those bound for Banff seek. Dressed with Rocky Mountain inspired details, rustic meets high-polish with rough cut timber, cosy seating, and the odd touch of faux fur. Its indulgences aren’t all decorative though, and alongside its downtown location, it gives you complimentary WiFi and parking, and a sauna and hot tub. At the forefront of Banff’s dining scene, Ricky’s All Day Grill is among the most popular in this ski-side town, with its big breakfasts and all-day diner classics drawing in hungry locals and travellers. It takes its après-ski seriously too, with the seasonal drink selections and twilight menu of RG’s Lounge best enjoyed around its toasty fireplace, in front of the plasma TVs, or on the patio watching the world pass by.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Ski
  • Free Parking
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Just minutes from the best shopping, dining, nightlife and activities in the heart of Banff. Ideally located close to many hiking and biking trails, stunning lakes, and world-class ski hills and attractions, including the Banff Gondola and Banff Lake Cruise.

Hotel information

162 rooms. All with in-room temperature control, TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, clock radio, coffee maker, mini-fridge, iron and board and hairdryer. Standard Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Breakfast option: Available at a supplement.

Standard BB Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Loft Rooms with a large sitting room and upper loft, with 2 queen-size beds and 1 sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Ricky's All Day Grill serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. RG's Lounge, featuring a late night menu, seasonal drink features, and select wine menu. Sauna, whirlpool and steam room. Guest laundry*. Full-size lockers for ski equipment*. Gift shop. Complimentary WiFi access. Complimentary heated underground parking.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Breakfast is available at a supplement.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (707)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Our rocky mountaineer trip 2019

May 25, 2019 622TomH622 Thunder Bay, Canada

Nice clean rooms ,friendly staff, and a good restaurant with a basic menu , but good food with large portions We really enjoyed using the sauna and large jacuzzi tub this morning . The mountain views from the street outside are spectacular!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating I felt I was cheated

May 23, 2019 Roving50954194784 Calgary, Canada

I booked two rooms and chose to pay later. When checking in I noticed one of the rooms is $100 higher than the other although they are the exact same room, same night, same floor. Each has two queen beds. On the website, it says the capacity is 4 adults per room. We were 5adults so 3 stayed in one room and two in the other. The front desk said… Read more
I booked two rooms and chose to pay later. When checking in I noticed one of the rooms is $100 higher than the other although they are the exact same room, same night, same floor. Each has two queen beds. On the website, it says the capacity is 4 adults per room. We were 5adults so 3 stayed in one room and two in the other. The front desk said because there are three persons we had to charge you more. I have never had this experience before! The staff were not helpful and the manager did not even bother to come talk to us when we asked. I felt I was cheated and ripped off. I paid $235 per night for a very basic room. The spa was very dirty. Everything was disappointing! Never again! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Location and excellent staff

May 22, 2019 Lauren B Denver, Colorado

We stayed here last month for a week. Was impressed how great of a location the hotel was...free underground parking and it's walking distance to most everything in downtown Banff. Upon arrival they even upgraded us to a larger suite which was fantastic. The only negative I could say about the place is for some reason the hotel hall AC/Heater… Read more
We stayed here last month for a week. Was impressed how great of a location the hotel was...free underground parking and it's walking distance to most everything in downtown Banff. Upon arrival they even upgraded us to a larger suite which was fantastic. The only negative I could say about the place is for some reason the hotel hall AC/Heater units were always blasting cold air out. Not sure why you want to waste blasting cold air out into the hallways to make it even more cold than it already is. BUt otherwise we had a wonderful stay Read less
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May 21, 2019 Scenic18737407831

Great hotel, good value. Nice location to our bus stop on the corner. Staff were all very friendly and knowledgable. Cute gift shop in the lobby and Good Earth coffee shop as well. Rooms were all very clean and well maintained, and the beds were on of the comfiest I have experienced in a hotel.
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May 20, 2019 Coryjs0 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Have stayed the last three nights in one of the suites. I understand you should have lower expectations in mountain towns due to the high cost of operating. But for the price I’d highly recommend a lower cost accommodation in Banff. The rooms are scantily furnished, half our room was pitch black with a battery operated lantern for a light that was… Read more
Have stayed the last three nights in one of the suites. I understand you should have lower expectations in mountain towns due to the high cost of operating. But for the price I’d highly recommend a lower cost accommodation in Banff. The rooms are scantily furnished, half our room was pitch black with a battery operated lantern for a light that was out of batteries. The bar is more or less non existent, the two times I attempted to visit the bar/restaurant I promptly left due to the lack of service or watching the patronage audibly lament the lack of service to the wait staff. Having traveled to multiple countries I can understand a different level of service expectation. But for Banff this hotel is below average and is priced well above... Read less