Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Overview

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is a hidden gem tucked into the forest on Tunnel Mountain Road, offering a peaceful wilderness retreat that feels miles from civilization despite being just a five-minute drive from downtown Banff. The lodge's hand-hewn post-and-beam timber construction and towering fieldstone fireplaces evoke the grand lodges of the early Canadian Pacific Railway era. The Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant is one of Banff's best-kept dining secrets, serving creative Rocky Mountain cuisine with locally foraged ingredients. Rooms feature wood-burning or gas fireplaces, exposed timber beams, and views of either the surrounding forest or Tunnel Mountain. The outdoor hot tub nestled among the trees is pure mountain magic, especially on a snowy evening.

Address: 700 Tunnel Mountain Rd, Banff, AB T1L 1B3

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Room Features

Dining

The Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant serves innovative Rocky Mountain cuisine using locally sourced and foraged ingredients, including bison, elk, and wild mushrooms. The lounge offers craft cocktails and a curated selection of Canadian wines by the fireplace.

Location & Getting Around

Area: Tunnel Mountain

Check-in & Check-out

Good to Know

Cancellation policies vary by rate type; complimentary on-site parking. Pet-friendly rooms available with a nightly surcharge. This is a CRMR property.