I was there from Saturday to Monday for a work conference. staff: pleasant. To be honest I did not interact with them too much except for at breakfast buffet and they were friendly. service: front desk staff friendly, restaurant staff friendly, staff in conference area friendly. They were discrete as to not interrupt conference and still kept everything running smoothly. establishment: nice, quaint, comfortable rooms - from style - but perfect for sleeping and desk area to work. Bathrooms big and roomy. Conference room nice and big with big windows to outside. Restaurant fantastic. Great food and nice big windows to see the scenery while you eat! food: great! Buffet breakfast nice big spread and variety. Just the buffet lines were awkward - please find a smoother system for making the buffet lines. Buffet lunch was great - Indian/Mediterranean foods and flavour! Conference food and health breaks were a nice variety. read more

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This place is off the chain amazing! I went to a welcome party here recently for a weekend event and was blown away by the Banff Centre campus. GORGEOUS!!!! Words simply cannot do this place justice. Check out Three Ravens here to dine on culinary student delight! Creativity and nature are oozing from every corner. There's a free museum here as well you've got to check out. Basically, if you're going to Banff - visit here. And if you have the opportunity to come here for a conference or work retreat, don't think twice - say yes instantly! read more

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Had dinner at the MacLab and this is the slowest place for service. Once I got my food, no one had checked on if I needed anything , then it was 30 minutes after I had finished my dinner that my plate was picked up and I got my bill. There were 4 servers and two behind the bar. read more

I stayed for a conference February 11-14. I arrived a day early on the 10th. I had not made the appropriate reservation and you were not expecting me until the 11th. This was not an issue at all. I was assigned room 559 in Lloyd Hall. It was a spacious corner room and I was pleased that the bed faced the window. I was happy to be able to recycle and that the products provided were eco friendly. The area where the coffee pot is kept needs lighting - I used the flashlight on my phone to make coffee. Housekeeping was great. I was never disturbed and my bed was made each day when I returned. The conference food was very nice and included healthy options. Servers were incredibly attentive. I would choose this place for a conference again but I wouldn't book a stay if I was simply visiting Banff. It's located too far away from town in February. I love walking but I can't do a 15 minute walk in the snow without sidewalks in -5 F temperatures. Overall I am happy with my experience read more

I recently stayed at your hotel last month (May 24 to May 29 2017. I'm writing you to let you know of the experience I had. I did complete the survey, I'm just not sure if it worked. I wanted to write and let you know personally of my time with Banff centre. Let me start off by saying I have some expectations when I go to any hotel: 1) Hotel room is in working order and the walls are in tack 2) Staff are friendly and any concerns that I need are handled within a timely manner. I will start off with me arriving; I arrived about 0100 Calgary time. I checked in and I went to my room and as I'm putting things away after having a long travel I could not put on the TV or the lights on in the bed part of the room. I also noticed that the room was very hot. I called down to the front desk and they tried to help; in the end, I asked for someone to come to the room to help me out. The gentleman fixed the lights and TV, and when it came to heat he tried to fix it, but in the end he got me a fan. Once I got up and the room had light, I noticed that under the window the wall was not done and the part of the wall was still open. I don't think that is ok nor would I expect that with the price I paid for. I did try to move but the hotel was all booked. Let's move on to the other things I came across. I know your still renovating the Lioyd Hall and I know I will see working people. I came across two construction workers that used the elevators that were clearly marked for guests only, and I addressed it with one of your staff. I did not see anyone in the elevator again. House cleaning: I was not aware that you have a policy that they don't touch any customer things. I did not see it written in the book. The first night I left some cloths on the bed and when I came back that afternoon it was not made. I'm happy about his rule but I think this should have been told to the guest in some way, since other hotels make the bed and replace the things back on the bed. I would also like to point out that the first night I had only one soap for my hands and shower. I'm not sure how this happened. I got it fixed once I saw a house keeping staff, and they gave me another one. The room set up: the table of the bed was lower then the bed, which made reaching for things harder. I do not understand why you would have a light behind a chair that you have to step on to put on, and that is behind the chair? The bed was facing the window, but when I saw the view it was not something to write home about. I do know that was how it was described to me but I also imagined that I would see a nice view. I would like to know have you stayed in building 2 as the construction is happening? If yes would you pay that price? As a safety issue, I noticed the stairs that you have near the elevator (middle) was blocked from the first level to the second floor. I would hope by now it is cleared up, but perhaps you could have a sign to let guests know that to get to the main floor they would need to use the stairs on either end of the building. Let me recap, I don't think the amount for that room with living in a construction zone was worth it, not to mention they did start before 0900. The room was not in working order when I arrived, nor was the heat and the plugs. I would like to recommend some things that may improve the stay of the guests. 1) Perhaps have a transport for hotel guests at night for safety 2) Once the construction is completed perhaps have an evaluator for the cleaning staff only may be a good thing. 3) add a clock to the rooms, and have more clear plugs for people to find them. read more

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I was here for a conference last week. Food Catering had healthy options. Those tomatoes with green stripes were good. Cauliflower + broccoli fusion were good too. Interesting choices? Afterall it's a center for innovation! Appetizers from catering (see photo): Black covered sausage was tasty not too spicy. Endives were well done. The smoked salmon has to be perfect in a tourist place like Banff. And they were. Safe for hosting conference in autumn. Beautiful outside Husky Great Hall, Ground Floor, Kinnear Centre for Creativity and Innovation, Banff Centre. Patio was sooo nice!!! Green grass & everything. I could sit there & read all day! Also could work out on the lawn there with the view of the mountains. read more

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What a beautiful campus! I spent a week at Banff Centre for a major conference. Our events covered most of the buildings on site - from Sally Borden (excellent locker room), Vistas (great views and great service), Kinnear (plenty of room to work in large and smaller room settings), Shaw Amphitheater (comfortable with an unbelievable view), Max Bell Building (again, lots of great breakout rooms) and the Harvie Theatre (great venue!). Staff was wonderful, helpful and welcoming. All in all, it was an excellent venue which made me feel comfortable and provided the perfect setting for creative inspiration and reflection. read more

A great facility for the conference I was in town for. Hotel is clean and the front desk staff were attentive and friendly. The fitness center has all modern equipment, free weights, and machines. The rooms are nice but nothing fancy. Only a short 10 minute walk to town. Ask the front desk for the shortcut! read more

Banff Centre - Lobby sitting area - Arts & Entertainment Near Me - Banff, Alberta

Amazing place to stay. I've come here 3 times to attend week-long conferences/workshops and it's always been a great experience. The variety of food offered in the buffet is excellent. The rooms are quite nice for a week long stay. It's not a fancy hotel, but everything is perfectly adequate. One thing to note: At least in Lloyd Hall the rooms do not have air conditioning. So it gets hot in the summer! read more

My father was a journalist in residence here once upon a time, and walking the hallowed halls and mountain-sided pathways of the Banff Centre recently was a very special experience for me. So excuse me if I get a little mushy. Beyond the personal sentimental stuff, the endless beauty and incredibly curated artistic seasons here, this place also has world class dining and engaging experiences for all. I had dinner at Three Ravens and it was sensational. Each dish was hyper-local and made with care, and those views! Seriously, you could serve me cold scrambled eggs with those views and I'd still give this joint five stars. If dining isn't your thaaang, you should pop in on one of their Open Studio days. We were given free wine and able to walk into all of the different studios and see the art in progress by the visual residents. Such a fun way to spend a happy hour! I know the skiing and tourist attractions are plentiful in Banff, but if you're in the hood make time to visit this special, special place. read more

The Banff Centre hosts many artistic events, conferences, workshops and seminars. While many organizations come in to use the space for their own events, the Centre itself also hosts some interesting sessions - including circus school! The main restaurant, for which meals are often included as part of registration, features a huge variety of buffet items - from vegetarian to chock-full of meat, healthy to full of chocolatey yumminess, they have something for everyone! There are a couple of different buildings with bedroom spaces. Mine was in Loyd Hall, where the hallways and public spaces were a little older (kind of dorm-style). The bedrooms had been more recently reno'd, though, and were quite nice and spacious. The recreation facilities are great - well-equipped gym and pool that open early and stay up late. Finally, the overall venue - from the outdoor setting and gorgeous views outside every window - provides a great space for creativity and thought. read more

This is the perfect place to fall in love. Tucked away high in the mountains, with breathtaking vistas even from the dining hall, this gorgeous setting is filled with other interesting people in the thick of intellectual and artistic pursuits. Add wine, desserts (always choose the mousse or ice cream or fruit tarts -- the cake is dry) and a hottub, and you've got the perfect setting for meaningful collaboration. *wink* Do come prepared though - you may think from other conferences you've been to that everything takes place in the same building (meetings, lodging and dining) but here, it doesn't. Bring a warm coat. Bring your swimsuit. Have the time of your life. read more

This may be the most beautiful setting in the country for a conference or training session. And the facilities are great too. One nice touch was the variety of food for coffee breaks and lunches -- lots of fruit and interesting finger foods. Only issue during our week in August was the lack of air conditioning in the residential rooms. But the number of actually hot days in Banff is very few so that is not normally an issue. read more

The place is ideally placed for conferences and seminars...the facility is nice and has a good feel...however the service at the hotel and resturants is very bad...the thermostats in the rooms donot work...the rooms get super hot in summer...this place needs better management.... read more

I don't think I'd stay at the hotel ever again. Just the service here is not good. Overall the place was clean, but several days of the stay the room was not serviced at all, and the days it was serviced they left the dirty coffee mugs, didn't supply new cups and left the dirty towels in the tub. Housekeeping isn't good at all. The amenities are a long way away and parking is very limited. There are many nice places to stay in Banff, this isn't one of them. Even if you're here for a conference, it's worth it to stay elsewhere. read more

While I haven't stayed at the location so I cannot rate the experience of the centre I can however tell you what they are all about. For 2 people to use a shower they charged me $15. They even charged tax on the transaction. If that isn't a heads up about a money grab then I don't know what is. 5 or 7 would have been fine by 15 is just stupid even for banff prices read more

If you are attending a conference here, the environment and amenities are great. It was quite amenable to learning and networking. However, as a hotel I would ask you to consider your options. If absolute convenience is your number one priority, then waking up and walking just feet from your conference venue will be why you chose to stay here. However, there are many other options in Banff that are more affordable and are much better hotels. If you don't mind walking to your conference in the morning or paying a bit for a taxi, consider other places to stay. The dorm room I stayed at was not worth the price I paid and had I known it was a dorm room I would have chose to stay somewhere else and commute (I believe all "standard" rooms are in the dorm, literally, it's "Lloyd Hall" for college students during the year). For example: No air conditioning, it did not meet my standards for cleanliness (bedding, coffee pot, etc.), cramped, a bit of a steep hike, I don't think it's wheelchair accessible, older, unreliable electronics, very tiny and archaic fridge (no microwave), no vent in the bathroom, the window opening was the size of a shoe box (your only source for air to cool the room) and just a general DORM room feel. Positive: It had a nice view. I felt like a child at camp, which is not a feeling I wanted during a professional conference. The Sally Borden Center was okay and I appreciated having access to that. The Vistas dining room was excellent. Unfortunately I didn't get to experience the museum or amphitheater. The buildings and rooms we used for the conference were great - all comfortable, modern, and well attended. read more

I can't say enough positive things about the Banff Centre. I came here on a self-directed writing retreat and had the most incredible experience. Lloyd Hall is beautiful--I had a view of the mountains and there was art in my room. The bed was comfortable and there's a desk for writing that looks out the window, along with a wonderful blanket I put over my legs. The restaurant food is delicious across the board, and if you want different options, there's a walking path to take you downtown. There's a library and art gallery on site, lots of huts for artists and musicians, and the gym is terrific. Being at this place provided a sense of quiet camaraderie, inspiration, and focus that I don't find many other places. I can't recommend it enough. Beautiful facility, beautiful place, beautiful people, beautiful experience. read more

Banff Centre is my cultural 2nd home. I adore this place. The theatre complex as well as the Digital Media complex will surprise you. I have been going here since 1995. The venues are modern but with rustic charm. Customer Service top notch with a Staff that is multi-national / multi- lingual. Banff Centre is a Canadian Cultural and Management Gem. There programs and professional development conferences and courses are tops in the world. I strongly suggest if given a chance please check out. read more

Amazing. We had the experience of a lifetime, visiting during the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival. The setting is breathtaking. We will definitely make this a tradition! read more

A really nice facility and location. Paradise in the mountains. A great place to stay when you are attending an event or performance at the Banff Centre. A bit of a walk up the mountain to the town centre, but there is a bus. We stayed in one of the new rooms. Super nice finishes, very small rooms though. The only thing that knocked off 1 star is that there is NO VENTILATION in the rooms. Despite opening the window (it opens only a little bit), there is no cross ventilation - the room can get incredible hot and stuffy in the summer. The system can only do heat, no AC and no ventilation. The best part. Really good price. And good gym/fitness/pool facilities. read more