Arrival by public transport
Here are a few options to consider for public transport (the list is not exhaustive but can get you started)
From the Calgary Airport (YYC):
Banff Airporter this is the service our family uses when going to the airport, offering door to door service.
You can book a Banff Airporter shuttle directly from our website right here
Vivo Green has been used by some of our guests and they have been very satisfied.
From Calgary (non-Airport locations):
OnIt Regional Service (high season only)
From Jasper:
From Edmonton:
If your shuttle does not drop you directly at our door, they may have a stop at the municipal parking lot behind the Mount Royal Hotel, which is approximately a 300 meter walk (7 - 10 minutes) from Tan-Y-Bryn.
Check-in is between 3:00pm and 8:00pm.
Arrivals outside these times can generally be accommodated. If it is early and your room is not ready for check-in you can register and leave your luggage so you can enjoy the rest of your day.
Arrival by car
If you are arriving by car you will need to purchase a Parks Canada Visitor Pass. This can be done at the Banff & Lake Louise Tourism site before arrival.
If advance purchase is not an option for you, and if you are arriving from the East you can stop at the Park Gates.
If arriving from the west, you can purchase a pass from the kiosk next to the Banff Visitor Centre.
Check-in is between 3:00pm and 8:00pm.
Arrivals outside these times can generally be accommodated. If it is early and your room is not ready for check-in you can register and leave your luggage so you can enjoy the rest of your day.
Parking
Park at the front for check-in; however, as parking at the front of the property is regulated and limited you will be asked to move your car to the rear of the property after unloading.
You can walk almost everywhere in Banff from Tan-Y-Bryn, or even take Roam Transit, but if you prefer to drive you should be aware that there is a charge for most Parking in the downtown area. See Town of Banff for details.
Lake Louise is a popular destination for visitors to Banff. Parking at lakeside is limited and there is also a charge. Consider taking Roam Transit to popular sites like Lake Minnewanka, Johnson Lake, Johnston Canyon and Lake Louise.
Moraine Lake is another popular destination but private vehicles are restricted. Book a shuttle! Even better, you can use the circular shuttle service between Moraine Lake and Lake Louise.