HI - Castle Mountain Hostel - Banff National Park, Canada Reviews

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The Hostelz.com Review

The HI - Castle Mountain hostel can feel a bit crowded at times with fourteen beds to a room and a smallish kitchen that can get very bustling at times. This is offset by a spacious common area for groups, electricity, showers fed from a rather small hot water tank, a nice selection of books, magazines, and maps.

Susan, the host, is very talkative and always has bright eyes and a friendly smile for guests. The hostel is very clean (hardwood floors!) but in a rustic setting, always a good combination. A community guitar for guests to play scored extra points with us.

Castle Mountain is right outside -- it doesn't take long to figure out how it got its name! Check with the Alpine Club of Canada about climbing it -- apparently it's not as technical as it looks. Strategically located between Banff town site, Lake Louise, and the northeast entrance into Kootenay National Park, Castle Mountain is an excellent home base for excursions in any direction. Some local nightlife can be found in Banff town.

Considering the availability of electricity, and its cleanliness and location, this hostel is probably the most bang for the buck within the actual borders of Banff National Park.

— Exclusive Hostelz.com Review
July 2006

Their Description

HI - Castle Mountain Hostel Details

Bedsheets:	Sheets Included
Towels:	Available
Parking:	FREE

Credit Cards Accepted:	YES
Smoke-free Commons:	YES
Clubs/Networks:	HI

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This is a Hostelling International (HI) hostel. A membership card isn't required, but an extra fee will apply for non-members. You can get a membership card before your trip here.

Location/Contact

Address	Highway 93 & Highway 1A, Banff National Park (Castle Junction), Alberta, Canada
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Telephone	+1 (866) 762-4122 or +1 (403) 670-7580
Fax	+1 (403) 283-6503

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Hostelz.com Guest Reviews

Bad, Horrible, Creepy We stayed for 2 nights at HI Castle Mountain Hostel. Would rate as very poor due to Owner Tony was too creepy, always watching your moves ... NO PRIVACY at all. Owner will STARE at guest. Owner is always there for Free Food from guest. Owner shuts off electricity to stop party/celebration. (owner was aware/advised of the party on the 2nd night). He advised guest that bird flew over the electrical line however heater was on, autosensor papertowel working, water pumps working. Owner locked the "women bathroom" & wanted all guest to urinate in the wilderness, knowing wild animals are around (ie: Bears) (Dark & Unsafe). Owner will start cleaning in front of you even though we are not done with what we are doing. Forcing us to hurry up. We paid way too much for a not worth-it place. WILL NEVER COME BACK to Hi Castle Mountain Hostel. — G, Calgary, AB (2011-09-05)

A Gem in the mountains I have stayed at CMH a couple of times and each time it was very clean and comfortable. The hard wood floors, fireplace, and window seats make the visit even more lovely. I look forward to my next visit! — KD , Edmonton, AB (2011-03-25)

Clean, comfortable, and accommodating. In February of 2010 I had the pleasure of staying at Castle Mountain Hostel for several nights over two weeks for a climbing trip. My partner and I had both stayed in CMH before, and found it just as friendly as we remembered it and even more comfortable with its improved facilities. The location was very convenient, allowing easy access to many fantastic areas. I'd like to express my particular thanks to Tony, the caretaker of CMH, for being so helpful and friendly. We will surely be back! — Matt Kidd , Canadian (2010-05-18)