The Dorothy Motel

3.0 star property
Banff hotel in Uptown District with free parking

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Mini-refrigerator
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Safe

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Marmont Cres, 250, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 16 min walk
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 17 min walk
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 3 min drive
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive
  • Upper Hot Springs - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Investments Ltd - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Dorothy Motel

Hotel rejuvenated in 2020 and located near Upper Hot Springs
The Dorothy Motel provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a bicycle repair station, and a front-desk safe
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dorothy Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station

Family friendly

  • 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 elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • 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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorothy Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorothy Motel?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorothy Motel on Jan 30, 2025 start from CA $129.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Dorothy Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dorothy Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Dorothy Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dorothy Motel located?

Located in Uptown District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Glacier and Surprise Corner. Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Off-Leash Dog Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Banff Station is 20 minutes by foot.

The Dorothy Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 872 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 872 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 872 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 872 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 872 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Clarisse

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel in Banff, and while it had its highlights, there were a few areas that could use improvement. First, the positives: the room was clean and well-maintained, with a modern interior that made for a comfortable stay. For those on a budget, it offers one of the most affordable rates in Banff, which is a huge plus given the area's pricing. I also appreciated being able to use the amenities at the sister property, Hotel Canoe & Suites. Additionally, the bath products provided were from Rocky Mountain Soap, which added a nice touch of luxury to the stay. On the downside, the check-in process was a bit of a hassle. I received an email with instructions to use an app for mobile check-in and key access, but the app didn’t always work, which caused some frustration. Another downside is the hotel's location. It is a bit farther from the town center than I had anticipated, so walking to restaurants or shops wasn’t as convenient as I would have liked. Overall, while the hotel offers good value for the price and the amenities are solid, the check-in issues and distance from town are things to consider when planning your stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Access to the amenities in the other hotel. Bus stop directly in front of it. Perfect parking and great views. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well priced extra clean property, 100m from gas and convenience store. Everything works and is newish. You have to register at canoe hotel so one star off for service but on balance it is excellent with very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiao

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

10/10 Excellent

Bouchra

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great option for something a little less fancy than its lodge neighbours but still clean, quiet, and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Place was clean and well laid out. Reception and room has a bit of a Japanese hotel feel to it. Dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren, Waterloo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was decent and competitively priced. Room was icy cold on arrival. HVAC was noisy but effective. Hard floors took forever to warm up. Shower has limited water pressure and facilities was sent but not much changed. A more suitable shower head than a small rainfall head might make a difference. Expected more given the price a And affiliation with canoe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the complimentary bus tickets to get into downtown. Excellent location, quiet and enjoyed the hot pools access. Coffee and tea options were wonderful as well! Service was outstanding. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Abhi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place must visit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

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Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoming

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It is very quiet and a big room space. Staff are nice and helpful. And the price is reasonable. I will stay at the hotel next time when I come to Banff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruchi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Aside from the app not letting me check in and having to go across the street to receive my room key, I had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

JONGWOONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Heater noise
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhupinder

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there for a night. Room was clean and quiet. All amenities were there. Hotel has ample parking space. Check-in check-out was smooth as well. As core downtown is around 1.5 km they provided us free transit passes without asking. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicja

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, clean, modern, microwave, mini fridge, kettle, coffee maker, cups. Nice big windows with a view onto a courtyard. Black out shades. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very well done and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bring some slippers if you stay during the winter months. The floor were a little chilly. ( - the bathroom, which had in floor heating). Room was nicely renovated. There are no immediate amenities. However, you have. Access to the amenities at the Canoe hotel across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.5