Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Mountain hotel in downtown Banff with complimentary bus passes and on-site Italian dining

Dining & Local Transportation

Banff Ptarmigan Inn houses The Meatball Pizza & Pasta, an on-site Italian restaurant serving bison meatballs and Sicilian pizza. The hotel provides complimentary bus passes for Roam routes 1 and 2, valid for the entire stay. Ski shuttles to Sunshine Village, Lake Louise, and Norquay stop directly outside the Ptarmigan Inn.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Ptarmigan Inn is located one block from downtown Banff, steps from Bow Falls and the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. The Banff Upper Hot Springs are within walking distance, and the IGA grocery store is half a block away. Guests can explore the area with complimentary bus passes provided at check-in.

Wellness & Recreation

The health club at Banff Ptarmigan Inn offers hot tubs, a sauna, and a steam room for post-hike or ski relaxation. Ski equipment can be stored in the Ski Room, and the hotel provides free bear spray rental. The sauna and hot tub are small but clean and available to all guests.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms at the Ptarmigan Inn include King Suites with Mountain Views and Superior Queen Rooms with two queen beds separated by the bathroom. Air-conditioned rooms feature Mountain Luxury bedding, black-out blinds, and locally sourced Rocky Mountain toiletries. Some rooms have balconies overlooking the foyer or mountain views, though rooms may vary in size and natural light.

Parking & Business Services

Heated underground parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at Banff Ptarmigan Inn, with a height clearance that may not accommodate larger trucks. The hotel offers meeting rooms that accommodate up to 40 people, plus a business centre with fax and photocopying services. The 24-hour front desk provides ATM access, concierge service, and luggage storage.

• Location: Walking distance to Bow Falls and Cave and Basin National Historic Site
• Dining: On-site Italian restaurant The Meatball Pizza & Pasta
• Transportation: Complimentary bus passes and ski shuttles to Sunshine Village and Lake Louise
• Wellness: Health club with hot tubs, sauna, and steam room
• Parking: Heated underground parking garage
• Business: Meeting rooms accommodating up to 40 people
• Family: Rooms with king and queen beds separated by bathroom