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HI Lake Louise

Village Road, Box 115 Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Alberta, Banff, Alberta, Canada
HI Lake Louise
Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 54 reviews from 1 source
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
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Based on 54 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "That said just love this hostel and have recommended it to many people over the years. (1st stay 10 yr ago)If i am lucky enough to make a 4th visit to this area would not hestate to stay again." source Hostelworld

    "Hostel is almost a hotel, very clean although I would recommend a car in order to get to all the attractions." source Hostelworld

    "Would definitely stay there again." source Hostelworld

    "A really lovely hostel, i would stay again." source Hostelworld

  • Clean: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "This was a very beautiful hostel however there were no lifts and we were staying several floors up and had to carry our bags up ourselves, the staff were not overly helpful but the place was lovely and the rooms were clean and the travellers friendly, it was quite isolated from everything though unless you LOVE to hike :P." source Hostelworld

    "more like a hotel - free sauna, tv/games room, popular onsite cafe, exceptionally clean throughout, daily activities (bbq nites, etc), huge garden." source Hostelworld

    "Very clean and had nice lounges to relax in, but not much atmosphere, good if you are just looking for somewhere to sleep." source Hostelworld

    "Excellent kitchen, excellent common area, extremely clean and the staff are extremely helpful." source Hostelworld

    "Bathroom clean and staff were friendly and helpful." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Sign out the front identifying to help locate." source Hostelworld

    "Good value for your money, great location." source Hostelworld

  • Room

    "Our door key did not work for 2 days, we had to ask permission from reception to get to our room." source Hostelworld

    "Also, you can buy your own alcohol in the store and consume it in the kitchen or games room." source Hostelworld

More information on HI Lake Louise

Experience the Rocky Mountains and stay with us at HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre. HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre is a stunning hostel with vaulted ceilings, a sunny outdoor patio, cozy fireplaces, a sauna and even an on-site restaurant. It�s an ideal place for backpackers who want to experience everything that the Rocky Mountains have to offer.Prices: Rates are quoted for Hostelling International members. All non-members will be charged an additional $4.00 per person / per night upon arrival ($8.00 a night for private rooms). Prices included all applicable taxes. Membership can be purchased at the hostel.HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre has a fully equipped kitchen for our guests to use complete with everything to make a home cooked meal after an adventurous day. If you are too tired to cook then let us do the cooking for you. Bill Peyto�s Caf� is our onsite-licensed restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is a favorite with locals.Our Rooms:We have a variety of rooms for all travelers; if you are traveling on a budget then check out one of our great dorm rooms at a great price. Dorm rooms have a maximum of six beds. Want a bit more privacy? Traveling with a family? Then check out our private rooms and family rooms. We even have a special play area for kids!Our Area:At HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre, you will have access to hundreds of kilometers of unparalleled hiking trails with an array of routes - from full day hikes that will take you to gem-like mountain lakes and to the top of rugged mountain peaks to beautiful evening walks along the Bow River. If you want to run the rapids of the Kicking Horse River we have trips leaving right from the hostel. There are tons of activities available to guests throughout the summer including horseback riding, biking, or simply relaxing on our outdoor patio with a cool beverage.There is a lot to keep you busy through the winter. We are just minutes from Lake Louise Mountain Resort, which offers world class skiing and is a stop on the Men�s and Women�s World Cup Circuit. Here you�ll find challenging chutes, vast open bowls, mogul fields and some of the best powder on the continent. Other winter activities include cross-country skiing, dogsledding, and ice climbing.Other Amenities:Free Wireless Internet in our common room and Guides RoomInternet KiosksLockers in the roomsSki/snowboard storageLarge KitchensSaunaClose to Greyhound station,Free shuttle to Lake Louise Mountain ResortCancellations: Must be done by 5 pm on the day before your scheduled arrival.

Directions

Directions: Bus terminal located at nearby shopping centre. Within walking distanceDriving: When you enter off Highway #1, you will come to a 4 way stop. Turn Right (onto Village Road). We are on the left side just past the small bridge! (second to last building)Big Red Building with a Green Roof. You will see the large sign 'ALPINE CLUB' and small sign saying 'HOSTEL' Plenty of parking at the hostel.

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