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The Dorothy Motel

3.0 star property

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Courtyard
Rooftop pool
Courtyard
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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Marmont Cres, 250, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Glacier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior King Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(134 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Banff

With a stay at The Dorothy Motel in Banff (Uptown District), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau and 10 minutes from Upper Hot Springs. .This hotel is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Banff National Park and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Banff Gondola.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Victoria Glacier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 4 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Canada - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Canadian Brewhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪PARK Distillery Restaurant + Bar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Dorothy Motel

Hotel in Banff with free parking
The Dorothy Motel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 43-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. Additional features at this hotel include bike parking and bike repair services.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Canoe and Suites, #2000 - 600 Banff Ave]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bumpers Inn LTD
Bumpers Inn LTD Banff
Bumpers LTD Banff
Bumpers Inn Banff
Bumpers Inn
Bumpers Banff
Bumpers Hotel Banff
Bumpers Motel Banff
Bumpers Inn
The Dorothy Motel Hotel
The Dorothy Motel Banff
The Dorothy Motel Hotel Banff

The Dorothy Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Utilizing the sister hotel for amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tharmika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at Dorothy motel. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly for pets, they go above and beyond. Have us a treat and a toy at check in, and a quality toy that I got to pick. They also gave me fresh ground coffee that I got to pick. Nice touches that go a long way. Would recommend. Looked old from the outside but inside was new and super comfy, we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HETAL

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect spot to stay in Banff right on the edge of the town. It was very clean and quiet. It's far enough away from the busy-ness of the town but still within walking distance to the restaurants and shopping. There was also the convenience of the gas station next door to fill up before our travels. I did have some trouble trying to check in on the app. If you can't check in on the app you do have to go to another location to check in, but it's right across the street. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

The room was spacious and I appreciated that the bathroom had a large counter and walk in shower. The veds were comfortable and the room was clean. The exterior of the building was okay. No elevator so had to take bags up a flight of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SULE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite clean and surprisingly large room. Loved their bathrooms and toiletries. And their prices were excellent too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located for an activity base.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie J

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I recommend this place 110 %. Next time we'll stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhamaica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, Mooresville

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location! It’s away from the crazy busy town and easy access to highway to get to and from al the attractions!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime, North Hollywood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not your typical motel

Our room was spacious and the bathroom, specifically the shower, was enormous. The bed was also extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good motel. It seemed like it may have been recently refurbished. It is not self service check in but you check in at the sister hotel just across the road which was efficient and easy. Friendly staff. You can also use the facilities at the sister hotel. Bus stop right outside if you don't want the walk in town. Very pleasant and easy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with the bonus of using the amenities available at the Canoe hotel across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin, Oologah

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thaida, New Braunfels

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee and tea bar. Comfortable beds, large shower. Friendly staff. Convenient bus stop
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025