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3-star hotels in Canmore
A shortlist of the 15 three-star hotels we list in Canmore, from inns on Bow Valley Trail to resorts near Three Sisters. It is for travellers who want a comfortable base in the Bow Valley without stepping up to a higher star rating.
Staying in Canmore
Canmore sits in the Bow Valley just east of Banff National Park, so it is not inside the park and no park pass is needed to stay here. The town has a compact downtown of shops, cafes and restaurants, with several parks along the river, and the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park nearby offers cross-country skiing and mountain biking trails. Our site lists 280 hotels in Canmore across a mix of star ratings, with an average guest score of 4.1 out of 5.
Most of these 3-star hotels line Bow Valley Trail, the highway strip a short drive from downtown, including The Lady MacDonald Country Inn, The Georgetown Inn, Super 8 by Wyndham Canmore, Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide, Basecamp Resorts Canmore and Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre. Others sit closer to the centre: Lodges at Canmore on Montane Road, Lamphouse By Basecamp on 8Th St. and the Sunset properties on Sidney Street, all within roughly a kilometre of the centre. WorldMark Canmore Banff and Banff Gate Mountain Resort lie further out, near Three Sisters and beyond. The mix suits couples, families and short breaks, with several properties offering pools, saunas or spas.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Lady MacDonald Country Inn
1201 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCanmore's best-reviewed 3-star on this list, The Lady MacDonald Country Inn stands 0.5 km from the centre on Bow Valley Trail and holds 4.7 out of 5 from 323 guests. A spa, sauna and jacuzzi give it the feel of a place to recover in after a day outdoors, and fireplaces plus a garden terrace suit couples or anyone wanting a quiet, inn-style stay. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and family rooms are available.
See The Lady MacDonald Country InnThe Georgetown Inn
1101 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBow Valley Trail is where you'll find The Georgetown Inn, 0.5 km from the centre of Canmore and rated 4.5 out of 5 by 1691 guests. It works well for travellers who want dinner and a drink without leaving the building: there is a restaurant and a bar on site, and fireplaces add warmth to the shared spaces. A playground on the grounds makes it a practical choice for families, and free car parking is available.
See The Georgetown InnWorldMark Canmore Banff
91 Three Sisters Dr, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereWorldMark Canmore Banff suits families and longer stays: units come with a full kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace, so self-catering is easy after a day outdoors. A swimming pool and sauna cover the indoor hours, and the property's canoe, fishing and skiing facilities point to what the area is for. It sits 2.0 km from the centre of Canmore, with a 24 hour front desk and free wifi. Guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 874 reviews.
See WorldMark Canmore BanffSuper 8 by Wyndham Canmore
1506 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 1.1 km run from the centre, Super 8 by Wyndham Canmore suits guests who want a dependable, well-equipped base on Bow Valley Trail. Kitchenettes with microwaves, refrigerators and toasters let you handle simple meals, a fitness centre covers a workout, and a jacuzzi is there for the end of the day. Family rooms and cots are available, a business centre serves anyone mixing work with travel, and free car parking is on site.
See Super 8 by Wyndham CanmoreBanff Gate Mountain Resort
302 George Biggy Senior Road, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBanff Gate Mountain Resort sits 9.5 km from Canmore's centre on George Biggy Senior Road, which makes it the choice for guests who would rather be out among the mountains than in the middle of town. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a sauna and a jacuzzi cover the wet weather, and a games room, table tennis and playground keep children occupied. Kitchens, fireplaces and patios come with the units.
See Banff Gate Mountain ResortLodges at Canmore
107 Montane Road, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAt 0.4 km from the centre, Lodges at Canmore is the closest of these stays to town. Apartments include a kitchen with a dishwasher, oven and microwave, and a swimming pool gives you somewhere to swim without heading out. Bike rental and ski storage suit guests building days around the trails and slopes, and a playground, family rooms and free car parking make it workable for families arriving by car.
See Lodges at CanmoreLamphouse By Basecamp
610 8Th St., Canmore, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOn 8th Street, 0.7 km from the centre, Lamphouse By Basecamp pairs a central address with apartment-style living. Kitchens, ovens, dishwashers and washing machines mean you can settle in rather than eat out every night, and a jacuzzi adds a comfortable finish to the day. Express check-in speeds up arrival and room service is available, with free wifi and free car parking included.
See Lamphouse By BasecampPocaterra Inn & Waterslide
1725 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay herePocaterra Inn & Waterslide, 1.9 km from the centre on Bow Valley Trail, is the obvious pick for families who want the pool to be the main event. An indoor pool, sauna, steam room and spa fill the downtime, and a fitness centre covers the rest. Pets are allowed, family rooms are available, and the on-site restaurant, bar and banquet space mean you can eat and gather without driving.
See Pocaterra Inn & WaterslideBasecamp Resorts Canmore
1102 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBasecamp Resorts Canmore puts apartment living 0.5 km from the centre on Bow Valley Trail. Kitchens with dishwashers, ovens and washing machines suit longer stays and groups, express check-in removes the queue at arrival, and a patio and swimming pool give the place a resort feel. Skiing, golf and fishing are all within reach, and free wifi and free car parking come as standard.
See Basecamp Resorts CanmoreCoast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre
511 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereJust 0.2 km from the centre, Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre is the most central address here and the one geared to guests combining work with the mountains. Conference and banquet facilities, a business centre and a restaurant and bar cover meetings and meals, while an indoor pool, fitness centre and jacuzzi handle the hours in between. A shuttle service, room service and free parking are also offered.
See Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference CentreChateau Elise
841 Silvertip Heights, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereChateau Elise, 0.9 km from the centre on Silvertip Heights, is aimed at guests who want their stay built around leisure. A spa and health club anchor the property, with an indoor pool and jacuzzi alongside, and a library and terrace for slower afternoons. Golfers have a course and a floodlit driving range, skiers and skaters have their seasons, and a concierge can help arrange the rest.
See Chateau EliseChateau Canmore
1718 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOn Bow Valley Trail, 1.7 km from the centre, Chateau Canmore offers both indoor and outdoor pools along with a sauna and jacuzzi. A restaurant on site and kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators make meals easy, and pets are allowed, which is useful for guests travelling with a dog. Family rooms, wheelchair accessible rooms, free wifi and free car parking round out a straightforward, well-equipped stay.
See Chateau CanmoreNorthwinds Hotel Canmore
1602 2 Avenue Canmore Alberta T1w 1M8 Ca, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereNorthwinds Hotel Canmore sits 1.2 km from the centre on 2 Avenue, a compact, no-fuss option for guests who plan to be out all day. A restaurant and bar handle meals, express check-in gets you to your room quickly, and family rooms are available for those travelling with children. Free car parking and wifi are provided, and the location puts canoeing, fishing, horse riding and skiing within easy reach.
See Northwinds Hotel CanmoreSunset Mountain Inn
104 1151 Sidney Street, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSunset Mountain Inn, 0.6 km from the centre on Sidney Street, suits guests who want apartment-style space close to town. Kitchens and kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators let you eat in, a lounge and games room give you somewhere to relax that isn't your room, and massage and babysitting services are offered. Skiing, golf and canoeing are nearby, and free wifi and parking are included.
See Sunset Mountain InnSunset Resorts Canmore and Spa
104 1151 Sidney St, Canmore, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAlso on Sidney Street, 0.6 km from the centre, Sunset Resorts Canmore and Spa leans towards longer, more independent stays. Breakfast is served on site and the apartments add kitchens with ovens, dishwashers and microwaves, plus balconies and fireplaces that make the space feel lived-in rather than hotel-like. A games room, lounge and market cover the practical side, and free wifi and free car parking are provided.
See Sunset Resorts Canmore and Spa
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lady MacDonald Country Inn | ★★★ | 4.7 | 323 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| The Georgetown Inn | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,691 | Yes | – | – | 0.5 km |
| WorldMark Canmore Banff | ★★★ | 4.5 | 874 | – | Yes | – | 2.0 km |
| Super 8 by Wyndham Canmore | ★★★ | 4.5 | 702 | Yes | – | – | 1.1 km |
| Banff Gate Mountain Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 431 | Yes | Yes | – | 9.5 km |
| Lodges at Canmore | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,067 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Lamphouse By Basecamp | ★★★ | 4.4 | 727 | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,583 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.9 km |
| Basecamp Resorts Canmore | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,120 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre | ★★★ | 4.1 | 1,571 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.2 km |
| Chateau Elise | ★★★ | 3.9 | 890 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Chateau Canmore | ★★★ | 3.9 | 887 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.7 km |
| Northwinds Hotel Canmore | ★★★ | 3.9 | 710 | Yes | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Sunset Mountain Inn | ★★★ | 3.7 | 353 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Sunset Resorts Canmore and Spa | ★★★ | 3.7 | 353 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide has family rooms, an indoor pool, a waterslide setup with sauna and steam room, and pets are allowed. Banff Gate Mountain Resort adds a games room, playground, table tennis, indoor pool and pool bar. Chateau Canmore pairs an indoor and outdoor pool with kitchenettes, a restaurant and wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide · Banff Gate Mountain Resort · Chateau Canmore
For couples
The Lady MacDonald Country Inn has fireplaces, bathrobes, a jacuzzi, spa and sauna, and holds the top guest score here at 4.7 out of 5 from 323 reviews. The Georgetown Inn offers fireplaces, a bar and restaurant, while Lodges at Canmore provides balconies, fireplaces and a swimming pool.
The Lady MacDonald Country Inn · The Georgetown Inn · Lodges at Canmore
Closest to the centre
Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre is 0.2 km from the centre and has an indoor pool, jacuzzi, restaurant and shuttle service. Lodges at Canmore is 0.4 km away, and The Lady MacDonald Country Inn and The Georgetown Inn are both 0.5 km from the centre on Bow Valley Trail.
Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre · Lodges at Canmore · The Lady MacDonald Country Inn
Self-catering stays
WorldMark Canmore Banff, Basecamp Resorts Canmore and Lamphouse By Basecamp all include kitchens with ovens, dishwashers, microwaves and washing machines. WorldMark and Basecamp Resorts Canmore also add swimming pools, while Lamphouse By Basecamp has room service and free parking.
WorldMark Canmore Banff · Basecamp Resorts Canmore · Lamphouse By Basecamp
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Canmore town centre?
Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, at 0.2 km from the centre on Bow Valley Trail. Lodges at Canmore follows at 0.4 km, and The Lady MacDonald Country Inn, The Georgetown Inn and Basecamp Resorts Canmore are all 0.5 km away.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
The Lady MacDonald Country Inn, with 4.7 out of 5 from 323 reviews. The Georgetown Inn, WorldMark Canmore Banff, Super 8 by Wyndham Canmore and Banff Gate Mountain Resort all score 4.5 out of 5.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide and Chateau Canmore both list pets allowed among their facilities. None of the other 3-star hotels in this shortlist include pets allowed in their listed facilities.
Is there free parking at these hotels?
Most list free car parking, including The Lady MacDonald Country Inn, The Georgetown Inn, Super 8 by Wyndham Canmore, Banff Gate Mountain Resort, Lodges at Canmore, Lamphouse By Basecamp, Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide, Basecamp Resorts Canmore, Chateau Elise, Chateau Canmore and Sunset Mountain Inn.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide has an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and spa. WorldMark Canmore Banff, Banff Gate Mountain Resort, Lodges at Canmore, Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre and Chateau Canmore have swimming pools, while The Lady MacDonald Country Inn, Chateau Elise and Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide list spa facilities.
Which hotels suit families?
Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide, Banff Gate Mountain Resort and Chateau Canmore all list family rooms. Banff Gate Mountain Resort adds a games room, playground and table tennis, and Chateau Canmore has both an indoor and an outdoor pool.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast appears in the listed facilities of Sunset Resorts Canmore and Spa. Other hotels here list coffee facilities in the room, and several have restaurants, such as The Georgetown Inn, Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre and Chateau Canmore.
Which hotels are best for a longer stay with a kitchen?
WorldMark Canmore Banff, Basecamp Resorts Canmore, Lamphouse By Basecamp and Lodges at Canmore list kitchens with ovens, dishwashers, microwaves and washing machines, which suits self-catering stays. Sunset Mountain Inn and Sunset Resorts Canmore and Spa also list kitchen or kitchenette facilities.