Elk + Avenue Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Banff
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Elk + Avenue Hotel offers modern rooms with two queen beds or one king bed, all featuring deluxe ensuite bathrooms with rainfall showers and Malin+Goetz toiletries. Loft suites include a sitting area and two queen beds in an upper loft. Premium deluxe rooms provide extra space and mountain views. Each room has a desk, work area, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Pet-friendly rooms are available with a pet bed and treats included.
Dining Onsite
Farm & Fire serves wood-fired dishes made with Canadian-grown ingredients, including rotisserie chicken and seasonal salads. The restaurant offers a patio with mountain views. Good Earth Coffeehouse provides espresso, teas, and grab-and-go breakfast options. Ricky's All Day Grille features a diner-style menu with a two-way fireplace. Happy Hour runs daily from 4-5 PM with discounted drinks and $10 pizzas.
Adventure & Relaxation
The Pursuit Adventure Centre in the lobby books tours for wildlife watching, dogsledding, and icewalks. The hotel has a heated saltwater whirlpool, dry sauna, and steam room. Brewster Express shuttles to Banff include Wi-Fi and luxury seating. The Banff Gondola's Nightrise experience offers interactive light displays at Sulphur Mountain summit.
Banff Location
The hotel is on Banff Avenue, two blocks from downtown shops and restaurants. Nearby landmarks include the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies (0.5 km) and Banff National Park gates (15-minute drive). Heated underground parking costs $5/night. Calgary International Airport is a 65-minute drive, with shuttles available.
Services & Events
The 24-hour front desk assists with luggage storage and local recommendations. Meeting spaces accommodate up to 80 guests, with catering by Farm & Fire. Coin-operated laundry and ski lockers are available. Pets stay for $25/night, with a maximum of two per room. Group activities can be arranged through the Pursuit Adventure Centre.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor