Town of Banff

Banff Y Mountain Lodge (YWCA)

The YWCA provides safe, affordable accommodation; from single and family rooms with private or semi-private baths, to dormitory rooms.  Rates vary by season and room type, and due to varying seasonal demands for housing, there can be a wait list to access a residence.  Rooms are available for single or double occupancy.

Gingerbread House provides residents with a private bedroom, common living room, shared kitchen, bathrooms and coin laundry.

Main Building provides residents with a private bedroom/bathroom, common living room, shared kitchen and coin laundry.

Hostel/Hotel Room Rates

To find more information about rates and availability or to book online, please click on the following link: http://www.ymountainlodge.com/individual.html, or take a look at following brochure. 


Eligibility Criteria:  Full-time employment, confirmed by employer.

Residency Requirements: Applicants must fall into one of the following groups:

•    Working Permit
•    Canadian Citizen
•    Permanent Resident
•    Refugee sponsored by the Government of Canada

Other Requirements:

•    Two references are required
•    Residency must be a minimum of three weeks and a maximum of six months
•    A damage deposit equal to one week’s rent is required
•    A key deposit of  is required

How to apply:
Must apply in person, by fax or email:

Housing Manager
Community Resource Centre
102 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB
Phone Number: 403.760.3225
Fax Number: 403.760.3234
Email: housing@ywcabanff.ab.ca

Download your copy of the YWCA Housing Application, or visit: http://www.ymountainlodge.com/residence.html