HI Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: HI Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel in Banff offers family rooms with private entrances and mountain views. Each room includes a shared bathroom and a lounge area. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sauna, sun terrace, and a beautiful garden. The property features an outdoor fireplace, outdoor seating, and a picnic area. Convenient Location: Located 19 mi from Lake Louise, the hostel provides easy access to local attractions. Bicycle parking and a shared kitchen enhance the stay. Guest Favorites: Visitors appreciate the host, the kitchen, and the convenience for nature trips.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Hostelling International
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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Kervin
Canada Canada
“It was cold, quiet, and peaceful. The location was great too as it was very near Peyto and Bow Lake”
Rimma
Canada Canada
“Room , kitchen and facilities are kept very clean. Fireplace adds character. There is wonderful view of the mountains anywhere you look .”
Daniel
United States United States
“It was a perfect place to have a group of ice climbers hang out in an affordable beautiful and cozy setting. There was ample room to dry out our gear each night and nice to hang out with other like minded travelers.”
Mohamad
Canada Canada
“This place exceeded my expectations—clean, warm, and featuring a spacious, cozy area perfect for working or relaxing. The Wi-Fi is reliable, and it’s well-equipped with nearly everything you’d need for a comfortable stay.”
Kaylee
Canada Canada
“This is a great option if you camp to Lake Louise to hike, and don’t wanna pay the outrageous price of staying in town. Everyone there was also in the area to hike. Nice shared kitchen and sitting area.”
Leann
United States United States
“Great inexpensive option. Perfect if you need to save money but don't want to tent camp.”
Ali
Australia Australia
“Great venue, very basic, good size kitchen and excellent common room with games and a fire place. Loved the sauna after a long day hike. Good wifi in the evening”
Steven
Canada Canada
“Lars, the manager is nice and helpful. We stayed in the cabin which has two family rooms and a shared kitchen. There is lighting in the form of LED lights and USB charging ports (solar-powered); and potable water from a well (filtered and tested...”
Selma
Spain Spain
“A perfect place to connect with nature. Lars, the hostel staff is a very nice person. I lost my phone for a few hours and he helped us find it.”
Chantal
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely location, friendly welcome, comfy bed, and good kitchen facilities.”

Area info

Amenities of HI Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

HI Mosquito Creek - Wilderness Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that HI/YHA discounts are not available to members as part of this booking.

Special policies apply for group stays of 10 or more people and different terms and conditions will apply.

For the safety and comfort of all guests, children 12 and under are accommodated in private rooms only. Children aged 13 to 17 who stay in shared dorm rooms must be accompanied by a guardian. Please contact the hostel directly for exemptions to the hostel age policy.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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