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The Drake Inn

909 Railway Ave, Canmore, AB, CA
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

The Drake Inn is an independent motel located in Canmore, Alberta, within a 10-minute drive of Banff National Park and near ski lifts. The property sits close to local attractions including Big Head Sculpture and offers easy access to outdoor recreation in the Rocky Mountains region. With a location rating of 4.5 out of 5 from over 1,000 guest reviews, The Drake Inn serves as a practical base for visitors exploring the Canmore area.

The Drake Inn offers 25 guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, complimentary wireless internet, and cable television. Rooms include a shower/tub combination, complimentary toiletries, and a coffee or tea maker. Daily housekeeping service is provided to maintain room cleanliness during your stay.

Guests can dine at Drake Pub and Restaurant, which serves meals and drinks at the on-site bar and lounge. The property features a terrace with views, a common area with television, and complimentary wireless internet throughout. Outdoor recreation options nearby include downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, golfing with lessons available, hiking and biking trails, mountain biking, and rafting. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and offers free self-parking, though spaces are limited. An ATM and banking services are available on-site.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible later arrival options, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The Drake Inn is located 15.7 miles from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 15.8 miles from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at The Drake Inn in Canmore, you'll be near ski lifts, within a 10-minute drive of Banff National Park and Big Head Sculpture. This motel is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Big Head Sculpture - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Elevation Place - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Canmore Mountain Market - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Art Country Canada Canmore Gallery - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Canmore Brewing Company - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Bow River - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Canmore Engine Bridge - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Yamnuska Mountain Adventures - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Canmore Golf and Curling Club - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Canmore Recreation Centre - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Palliser Dog Park - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi

The preferred airport for The Drake Inn is Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 113.2 km / 70.4 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Drake Pub and Restaurant serving guests of The Drake Inn. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Amenities & features

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include ATM/banking services and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Air conditioning is not provided
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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. This property hosts live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Guests should expect a high level of noise until 2 AM on these dates.

Fees & policies

  • Early check-in fee: CAD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 10.00

Know before you go

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.