Castle Mountain lies amid the Banff National Park and was formerly known as Mount Eisenhower. It is situated close to Louise Lake in the Canadian Rockies thus making it a popular tourist destination. Helena Ridge, Stuart Knob, and Television Peak are some of the well-known peaks of this mountain range. Tourists will love hiking along the Sentinel Pass or Banff National Park to reach the most exciting points. Interested in skiing and snowboarding? A visit to Lake Louise Ski Resort or Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park is a must. Art enthusiasts will enjoy exploring the All In The Wild Gallery or Canada House Art Gallery. Canmore Cave Tours, Takkakaw Falls, and Johnston Canyon are a few among the most attractive hot spots. Here’s a look at the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in the Castle Mountain region. Scroll down to learn more.
1. Apartment in the heart of Banff (from USD 243)
In the heart of Banff lies this beautiful apartment suitable for four individuals. Ideal for couples and families, this property comprises of two comfortable bedrooms, a bathroom, a spacious living room, a dining room, and a kitchen. Enjoy some cozy time with your near and dear ones on the private deck. Breakfast is served for free. Car parking is provided to those traveling by car. If you don’t want to sit back and relax on the property then you can visit shops, restaurants, and galleries, which are a short walk away. Trans Canada Highway is also located close to this rental.
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great view from the roomthe views of the mountains from all of the rooms were stunningif you are lucky you may even have local deer sleeping outside your roombreakfast included was very very nicea very cozy and comfortable house -- that would be our first impressionCleanliness:
bed is clean and breakfast is simple but healthyvery clean and spacious great for a couple or small groupclean warm and a hearty breakfastgreat beds and super cleana very clean very convenient to town and to slopes easy and comfortable accommodationHost:
host was very super friendly and very available if i had questionsgwendelyn was a great hostwonderful host very peaceful and relaxingvery welcoming and pleasant hoststhe host gwendolyn was very welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was ideal and within walking distance to downtown banffperfect location within walking distance to everythingamazing location you can walk to everythinggreat location an easy walk to downtown banffgreat location a few minutes walk from town
2. Beautiful house close to downtown (from USD 215)
This beautiful house is located in a quiet neighborhood and it offers space for six guests. The fully-equipped kitchen makes it easy for guests to prepare their own meals if they don’t feel like going out. The hot tub in the house is perfect to laze in and relax. Amenities like Wi-Fi, a dryer, washer, and a TV are also available to make sure you have a comfortable stay. Eat out at Chillies Restaurant which is a few minutes’ walk from here. The Red Earth Spa is also located nearby where you can go and get a massage whenever you feel tired.
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great apartment with plenty of space and great amenitiestwo good sized bedrooms and a sofa bed in the living roomwe walked to town regularly and slept a group of 4 comfortably spread across 4 separate bedsthe guest house was a good size for our group of 4 even with only 1 bathroomkitchen was well-equipped and the upstairs living room was pleasant to chill and hang outCleanliness:
a clean and cosy cottagespace was clean and quietthe house is clean and spacioussuper clean and the pictures do not do this place justicethis mountain home was very clean and comfortable for a familyHost:
hot tub was amazing and hosts were lovely and accommodatinghost was welcoming and available but did not interrupt our staybob & sue are incredible hosts and i highly recommend staying with themthe place is wonderful as are the hostsvery welcoming hosts who had thoughtfully decorated the apartment for us as we stayed over christmasRead more reviewsLocation:
good location within walking distance of downtownthe location is great easy walking distance into towngreat location great valuegreat location a 5 min walk to the main streetexcellent location close to all things banff
3. Moose Cabin (from USD 126)
Located in Banff downtown, this entire cabin is at your disposal. Ideal for four guests, you will have access to two bedrooms, a private bathroom, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Spend some quality time with your friends or family in the cozy living room. If you are traveling by car, you need not worry as free parking is available on the premises. Downtown is a minute’s walk from this property and the ski bus and public transport are located nearby.
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it was the perfect foundation for our trip kitchen was great with all necessary appliancesthe cottage was very comfortable for our party of 4 adultsit was nice having a full kitchen 2 bedrooms and a living roomlovely character property that was very comfortable and warm for our stay to ski at sunshine villageplenty of room and good kitchen very close to centre of town and amenitiesCleanliness:
clean kitchen and bathroomsvery clean and comfotablevery clean and comfortablesuper clean comfy and cozy cabinvery comfortable clean and quiteHost:
katrin was a great host making sure everything was goodshe was helpful when we were there and the flat was in great shapekatrin and her husband where great hosts and communication and check in were goodRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome location in downtown banffthe location was perfect as it was walking distance to the towngreat location easy access to main streetfantastic house and location for staying in downtown banffcozy place in a great location
4. The Popular Inn – Maple Room (from USD 127)
This Victorian-style house is located in the historical center of Banff and it provides space for two guests. Sleep in the Maple Room with no disturbances and have full access to the entire inn. Enjoy the free continental breakfast served in the common dining room while interacting with other guests. To make you feel at home, amenities like a coffee maker, a TV, microwave, and Wi-Fi are available here. Take a stroll in the garden or admire the picturesque landscape with a hot cup of tea or coffee on the balcony. This rental is a few minutes away from the main street and is close to various restaurants.
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comfortable common space where we could make a cup of tea or sit & read or visitthe space provided a lovely kitchen area that was available for us to usethe hearty breakfast is fantasticalso love the talking around the table enjoy all my experience at sue's placewe were grateful for the comfortable place to stayCleanliness:
room is very clean and comfortablethe room was wonderful clean and comfortablesusan's place is clean and comfortable quiet and cozyHost:
friendly and helpful hostfriendly host serves wonderful breakfastsshe is a wonderful host and we will definitely be backsusan is a great hostsusan was a wonderful host; friendly well organised and most obligingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance to townlocation is fabulous walking distance to everything in banff city centerexcellent location lovely breakfastgreat location would stay againideal location to downtown (only a few blocks) but also quietly located in a pretty residential area
5. The Poplar Inn - Larch Room (from USD 127)
Popular Inn is nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Banff. It gives a rental facility to two guests in their Larch Room which has an attached bathroom. Breakfast is served for free. If you feel lazy to go out for meals then you can cook food in the kitchen that’s equipped with amenities like a microwave, a coffee maker, and an oven. The fast Wi-Fi connection and multiple channels on the TV will keep you entertained during your entire trip. Restaurants and other places of interest are available nearby.
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she provides a terrific breakfastbreakfast was great and the view and was even better would definitely recommendthe breakfasts were superb and the dining room comfortable with a great viewwe had a lovely experience at the poplar inn the sheets were out-of-this-world soft and the bed was comfycommunity area was comfortable with kitchenette and bare necessitiesCleanliness:
very clean and easy to come and gosusan's place is cozy clean and comfortablethe room was clean comfortable and had everything we neededvery clean comfy bed delicious breakfast and a wonderful hostessbathroom and bedroom were both lovely and very cleanHost:
great host with lots of local tipswe had an awesome stay with susan she is such a gracious and friendly hostsusan was a lovely and accommodating hostsusan was kind enough to make breakfast for us each morning and it was delicioussusan was friendly and had some great stories (thank you for sharing )Read more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance to anywhere in towna really nice bed and breakfast in a central locationgreat location in relation to the main commercial/entertainment area in banffthe room itself was very comfortable and was located very close to the main banff striplovely place nice breakfast great location
6. Large house for eight people (from USD 1045)
This luxurious house is located in Banff and it provides accommodation for up to eight people. This entire house is at your disposal with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large kitchen, and a dining room. The entertainment room will keep you entertained indoors. You can enjoy your breakfast in the sunroom or spend a quiet evening on the lawn. A short walk from this property will take you to Banff National Park. You can also unwind at Lake Louise which is just a 45-minute drive from this rental.
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our family of 7 adults were all really comfortable and enjoyed the house very muchthe house has essentials in kitchen like butter/jam/sugar/dishwasher and laundry tabsthe rooms are large beds comfortable view wonderful location superbfull house full kitchen relaxing solarium and porche for you afternoom reading kid can play in the from yardtons of room and a great little sunroomCleanliness:
the room is very clean and bighouse is very clean and comfortablethe house was very beautiful clean & largehouse is very clean well-appointed and well-organized; it has been beautifully kept and retains its vintage charmthe house was super clean well stocked and perfect for our groupHost:
manager was very helpfulmonte was very helpful & kindmonte is a fantastic host who will go out of his way to accommodatemonte the property manager was unbelievably helpfulour host monte was very helpful and easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
the house location is perfectbest location everything is at walking distancethe location was perfectand the location is perfectgreat location and a wonderful house
7. Lynx Cabin (from USD 236)
Lynx Cabin in Banff is suitable for two guests. This property offers a comfortable bedroom, a private bathroom, and a small kitchenette with complete privacy for the guests. The well-equipped kitchen, with a coffee maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator, helps guests to prepare their own meals if they don’t feel like going out. You can also enjoy a lovely time in the garden that also has a BBQ. Guests traveling by car need not worry as a free parking space on the premises is provided. This rental is easily accessible from the river, the main street, and restaurants.
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it was nice to have a hot water heater and plates/bowls/utensils as wellfree wifi comfortable bed great use of a small spacehot shower fridge microwave bathroom amenities and a very comfortable bedthe shower is warm and bed super comfydefinitely a cozy small spaceCleanliness:
clean and neatlynx cabin is so cozy clean and convenientlynx cabin was clean and perfect for two peoplethe cabins are clean and comfortableclean and neat parking which is a bonusHost:
katrin was a friendly and attentive hostthe host was very helpful and ensured my check-in / check-out went as smoothly as possiblegreat place and great hostcozy room and the hosts were very responsive to anything we neededkatrin was pleasant and helpful when i needed a trash bagRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and within walking distance of everything downtowngreat location right in banffgreat place close to towngreat location within banff downtownthe location is amazing
8. Beautiful apartment with great views (from USD 124)
Located in Banff, this apartment is ideal for two guests. Sleep in your own room for complete privacy and have access to the entire property. Though breakfast is provided for free, you can use the microwave, a refrigerator and a stove in the kitchen to prepare your own food. Relax with a cup of coffee or tea on the balcony and enjoy the stunning views. To ensure guests have a comfortable stay, amenities like Wi-Fi, a dryer, a washer, and a TV are also provided. A short walk from this rental will take you to the downtown area where there are local stores and restaurants.
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loved the breakfast and the coffee and milkcozy apartment and great views of the mountainsone of the most comfortable beds i slept inbanff's original cowboy bed and breakfast was a great place to stay during our time in banffperfect location for exploring banff on foot very peaceful and amazing view from bedCleanliness:
clean comfy quietclean well positioned to banffclean bright spacious & comfortableit was very clean very quiet and very relaxingsuper fun cowboy decor and impeccably cleanHost:
thanks for the hostterryl and lee were wonderful hostsour hosts were very kind to us even helping us out with some car troubleterryl and lee were amazing hosts and provided us a base for an unbelievable vacationterry was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentthe location is greatgreat location short easy walk to townthis is a great location in banffthe location is ideal - 2 blocks from the main street
9. Fox Cabin (from USD 92)
This woody cabin is located in Banff and it accommodates four guests. You can enjoy full access to this property with two bedrooms, a cozy living room cum kitchen, and a private bathroom. The TV will keep you entertained during your stay and free Wi-Fi connection will help you plan a perfect day trip to the local sites. Restaurants, bars, and the downtown area are located nearby. Easy access to public transport ensures that you can go anywhere at any time.
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the beds are super comfy with cosy bedding and the kitchen has all the usual amenitiesan amazing small space that is so cozy in an incredible locationwarm and comfortable bedsCleanliness:
very clean and well stockedso clean and organized and well decoratedit was spotlessly clean and felt like a true cabinvery clean and fully equipped kitchenthe place is clean and functionalHost:
katrin was the perfect host and promptly responded to all questions and requestsfantastic hosts very kind and hospitablewould love to stay again katrin was a great hostexcellent location the hosts are very friendly and accommodating great valueRead more reviewsLocation:
very close to town centre and great shoppinga cute little cottage in central banffperfect location close to everything you will needthe location of this place is beyond goodcute and cozy and a superb location to the main area of banff
10. House near Banff town center (from USD 315)
This house is located near the town center of Banff and is perfect for up to four people. The bedroom has a king-size bed and the living room has a comfortable sofa bed. Sit back and relax on the private balcony while keeping yourself warm near the fireplace. Head to the rooftop pools for a dip in the hot water while experiencing the amazing mountain views. Free Wi-Fi keeps you updated and also allows you to locate nearby tourist destinations. The IGA Supermarket is just around the corner and you can take the unlimited Banff Roam Bus service for local sightseeing.
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room was perfect for a couplethe comfortable bed and cozy fireplace in the living room really helped to rejuvenate for the next daygreat location generally good but room was too small for 4 to sleep even us and our childrenthe room was very comfortable with everything you needCleanliness:
beautiful resort spacious clean and stylish roomhot tubs are clean and beautiful with breathtaking viewsHost:
lovely and friendly staffRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great easy walking distance to restaurants and attractionsperfect place in a nice hotel very central in downtown banffthe location in banff was great for usi'd definitely recommend staying here because of the location and comfortable settingfantastic unit and great location leavetown were very helpful throughout stay would
A fascinating tourist destination in Canada
The Bow Valley Parkway is a perfect place to visit in the region, and here you can see bears with cubs, Big Horn mountain goats, and deer. Tourists can unwind at Peyto Lake, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake or go horseback riding at Brewster Adventures.
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