Located near Banff National Park, The Drake Inn offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi, a cozy bar, and delicious dining at the restaurant. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or take advantage of coffee and tea in the lobby. Previous guests praise the helpful staff and convenient location.
Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Canmore Golf and Curling Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 76 min drive
Banff Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Tim Hortons - 2 min walk
Rose & Crown - 1 min walk
Grizzly Paw Brewing Co - 3 min walk
Blake - 9 min walk
About this property
The Drake Inn
The Drake Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Banff National Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Drake Pub and Restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Terrace
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Drake Pub and Restaurant - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 20.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 20.00 (subject to availability)
Policies
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Drake Canmore
Drake Inn Canmore
The Drake Hotel Canmore
The Drake Inn Canmore, Alberta
Drake Inn
The Drake Inn Canmore
The Drake Inn Motel
The Drake Inn Canmore
The Drake Inn Motel Canmore
Frequently asked questions
Does The Drake Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Drake Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is parking offered on site at The Drake Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Drake Inn?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of CAD 20.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 20.00 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at The Drake Inn and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and rafting, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near The Drake Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Drake Pub and Restaurant.
What's the area around The Drake Inn like?
The Drake Inn is a short 6-minute walk from Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre and 15 minutes' walk from Bow River. Travelers love the motel's prime location.
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Reviews
The Drake Inn Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.0
Property conditions & facilities
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8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2026
The room was clean and the check in was easy.
Jody
Jody, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
Clean room, clean bed, friendly staff
HENRY
HENRY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Love the Drake clean rooms and a great pub restaurant 🍻
I’ll be back😊
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2026
Room was spotless, love the reno's, and staff is amazing. So close to all the shopping and the discount in the bar is a nice bonus
Trena
Trena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Nice room and best view
Akshat
Akshat, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2026
Great friendly staff. Great location, walk to about anywhere. Clean comfy beds and great hot shower.
Marlene
Marlene, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2026
They were great,room is a bit dated but it was very clean and comfortable
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Location is excellent. Room was clean & functional. Views were amazing!
Lynsey
Lynsey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
The view was stunning. I love there.
yuki
yuki, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2025
Location was awesome, staff was friendly and accommodating, overall a pleasant stay!
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
great location, super close to everything. Right beside the Drake pub which is a great spot for food and drinks. rooms are spacious, recommend it. Super close to everything.
Colleen
Colleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
excellent view, would definitely stay again
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 4, 2025
Great location.
Krystel
Krystel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Beautiful view. Staff friendly
Jaroslava
Jaroslava, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
David the GM was very helpful. The room was clean and comfortable.
Isabelle
Isabelle, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2025
Staff as always were super friendly and accommodating. The room was clean, and well maintained. Best value in Canmore by a mile, only bummer was the pub was closed!
Colton
Colton, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Great stay
Comfortable room and bed. Great location
Trisha
Trisha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Room and room to view was breathtaking. Brenda was fabulous to deal with. Absolutely recommend staying here.
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Very clean, great view of the three sisters!!
Mitch
Mitch, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Incredible view, easy check-in experience, and very nice rooms.
My only note is that there needs to be a longer runner carpet for getting in the door and taking shoes off. It was a wet weekend, and our floor got pretty messy.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Great location with a fabulous local pub attached. We had a perfect view of the Three Sisters Mountains from our room.
Jean
Jean, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2025
The Drake was a perfect fit for our travels.
Clean room and cordial, helpful staff.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
Lovely clean, warm room. Delicious meal at pub- great location!