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The Lodge at Bow Lake

3.0 star property
Adventure awaits in the mountains with outdoor thrills by day and comfortable hospitality by night - full breakfast and local art round out the experience.

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The Lodge at Bow Lake welcomes travelers with a full breakfast and daily manager's reception. Guests can enjoy the art gallery, on-site cafe, and unique gift shop. The surrounding mountains offer perfect terrain for mountain biking and rock climbing adventures.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains

Fireweed Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, wooden dresser, and a framed picture on the wall.

Whitebark Pine Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A cozy room with wooden walls, a green armchair, a grey sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

Num Ti Jah Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.

Mt. Hector Glacier Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Mt. Thompson Queen Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Mt. Thompson King Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Mt. St. Nicholas King Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a wooden paneled wall, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.

Crowfoot Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Bow Lake, The Lodge at Bow Lake is in the mountains and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bow Lake and Bow River. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and ski runs, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Bow Lake travel guide
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Icefields Pkwy, Bow Lake, AB, T0L 1E0

What's nearby

  • A Rocky Mountain Railway train traveling along a river surrounded by mountains.
    Banff National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A fallen tree trunk in a lake surrounded by mountains.
    Bow Lake
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A mountain lake with reflections of the sky and mountains.
    Herbert Lake
    27 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Crowfoot Glacier
    4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Wilsons Mountain Sports
    36 min drive - 49.2 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    163 min drive

Restaurants

  • Provision Co.
    1 min walk

About this property

The Lodge at Bow Lake

  • Lodge in the mountains
  • Take advantage of free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and an art gallery on-site at The Lodge at Bow Lake. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails at this lodge. Shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a library are available to all guests.
  • Other perks at this lodge include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property, wedding services and concierge services
    • Secured bike storage, free newspapers and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Lodge at Bow Lake boast thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Separate sitting areas, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 10 October to 30 January:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Parking area

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lodge at Bow Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lodge at Bow Lake?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lodge at Bow Lake?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lodge at Bow Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lodge at Bow Lake located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is steps away from Bow Lake and Bow River. Crowfoot Glacier is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Reviews

The Lodge at Bow Lake Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unrivaled views of Bow Lake, the Bow Glacier, and the surrounding Canadian Rockies are just the appetizers to this superlative lodge. While the property is superb, the rooms are well-appointed, and the food is curated and Michelin-rated, the true gem is the unparalleled staff who always seem to find a way to make your stay more enjoyable. Can recommend without reservations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

warner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing property. Bruce, the owner since 2021, has spent a lot of effort in renovating and adding to the Lodge. It is a first class experience. It is all inclusive and the food is amazing. Dinners are communal and give you the chance to make new friends. This is a place not to be missed. We will be back as often as we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pui Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful lake scene. Nice staff. Delicious food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value, everything was as advertised or better. More food than we could possibly eat but it was so good we wanted to!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a special place. We felt like we made new friends of the people we ate dinner with and those we had a drink with after dinner in the beautiful lounge. Their goal is to make you feel at home and we did. Fyi, no AC in the rooms but thankfully we had a cool night. No WIFI or TV's....nice to be off the grid! Bow Lake is magical. Splurge and stay for a couple of nights! Dinner, Breakfast and lunch included.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge at Bow Lake was one of the best hotel finds! The historic lodge has been meticulously restored, furnished and enhanced with fine art and historic photos. The staff curated a wonderful guest experience with a delicious gourmet group dinner and breakfast. We even were offered a free one hour birding talk from a Master Naturalist who was very entertaining. The setting is one of a kind on aqua blue Bow Lake with a hiking trail around the lake just steps away. We lived every minute there. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a place unlike any other. Very unique; the staff stay on property for a few months while working during the summertime. They were incredibly kind. The owners were there when we were and were also very gracious. The location is fabulous. Where else can you go outside your hotel room with a coffee cup and a muffin in the morning and walk along a glacial lake before breakfast? Amazing!! It also has very easy access multiple trails around Bow Lake. Regarding meals, the dinners were extremely tasty and the ambience inside is very cool. Really nice to have the to-go lunches, too. The only warning I have is that you have to prepare to be very social - at dinners and during breakfast you have assigned seats with other groups at the tables. Assignments changed each night. It was fun but also could be exhausting after a long day, and dinner could take a few hours. Overall, we had a very unique and unforgettable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a place! Clean friendly. Outstanding food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, from the moment you arrive you feel how wonderful this lodge is. The beautiful updates throughout the lodge were so thought out and well done. The staff is very welcoming and makes you feel at home. Well done!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property Amazing staff Amazing food and service Couldn’t have ask for anything more
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the Lodge at Bow Lake. Customer service and hospitality were 1st rate.Food was excellent and loved the sandwiches and all the goodies you could pack for a takeaway lunch for your hikes for the day. The views were fabulous and loved the evening and early morning peacefulness of the lake before any tours arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Lodge at Bow Lake and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful mountain getaway. Check-in is between 3–5 p.m. You park near the road and press the call button when you arrive, and the staff promptly picked us up in a golf cart and brought us to the lodge for check-in. The lodge was exceptionally clean, well maintained, and had a cozy atmosphere. Slippers are provided and guests are encouraged to leave hiking boots and street shoes at the entrance, which helps keep everything spotless. The location right on Bow Lake is absolutely stunning. Every meal was delicious—from the incredible après-hike snacks to the fun four-course communal dinner with the other guests. Breakfast the next morning was equally excellent. We had to leave early for another scheduled activity, and the staff went above and beyond by preparing a bagged lunch for us to take on the road. One thing to know is that there is no Wi-Fi in the lodge or guest rooms. If you need internet access, there is a separate Wi-Fi shed. For us, it was the perfect excuse to unplug, relax, and fully enjoy the spectacular scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D Del

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The meals were very tasty and the community tables enjoyable. We met many nice people with interesting stories and good tips on hikes at our table, which changed up during our 3 day stay as guests came and went. It was fun running into table mates here and there. The Thursday talk in the living room, by a very funny and knowlegeable guy on local birds, was a treat. Interesting cocktails at the little bar and tasty snacks to go with it. Not having WiFi exept at "the shed' was just fine! The lake and mountains are of course spectacular. The mosquitoes on the hike to the falls were equally spectacular....bring repellant!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bow Lake was a wonderful stay all around. Every little detail felt considered, and the staff were warm and attentive without any pretense. The food never missed, meal after meal. What stood out most was how the place felt luxurious yet calming, the kind of luxury that actually lets you relax instead of leaving you keyed up. The staff is a 11 out of 10 - Exceptional. I'd return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seong Won

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thijs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025