Town of Banff

Finding Accommodation

Need some help finding accommodation in Banff? 

Your best bet to get a feel for going rates and availability is to check out the local weekly newspaper, the Crag and Canyon.
 
If you're just here for a season, you will most likely be looking at a 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, or larger units, and renting with room mates. A good way to find a roommate if you are traveling alone is to post looking for a roommate at Banff Life, and in the laundromats and hostels.
 
Some helpful hints when looking for a place:

• Dress up when you go to see the place… trust me on this one
• Be prepared to sign a 6 month lease for the better places
• Be honest about how long you will be staying… they’ve heard it all before
• If you've lived anywhere else in the Bow Valley, bring references - this will set you apart from all the other hopeful renters
  

Average prices for places in Banff:

• Renting a room: $600 and up + damage deposit (1 month rent)
• Bachelor apartment or 1 bedroom:  $800 and up + damage deposit (1 month rent)
• 2 bedroom apartment: $1000 and up + damage deposit (1 month rent)
• 3 bedroom apartment: $1400 and up + damage deposit (1 month rent)

For more information, the Job Resource Centre publishes a Labour Market Review with quarterly updates on the different costs of living and average wages in the Bow Valley.