The Dorothy Motel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Upper Hot Springs

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Mini-refrigerator
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
Courtyard
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Safe

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Marmont Cres, 250, Banff, AB, T1L 1B3
  • Banff National Park Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Banff, AB (YBA)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Banff

Uptown District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Uptown District hotel, you'll find Victoria Glacier and Surprise Corner. Banff National Park Information Centre and Banff Off-Leash Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park Information Centre - 16 min walk
  • Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau - 17 min walk
  • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity - 3 min drive
  • Tunnel Mountain - 6 min drive
  • Upper Hot Springs - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 4 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - Banff - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Park Distillery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Investments Ltd - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Dorothy Motel

3-star hotel near Upper Hot Springs
The Dorothy Motel offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of The Dorothy Motel was completed in October 2020.

This 3-star Banff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1974
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
The Dorothy Motel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Things to do

  • Bike parking
  • Bike repair services

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Canoe and Suites, #2000 - 600 Banff Ave]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bumpers Inn LTD
Bumpers Inn LTD Banff
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Bumpers Inn
Bumpers Banff
Bumpers Hotel Banff
Bumpers Motel Banff
Bumpers Inn
The Dorothy Motel Hotel
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The Dorothy Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 871 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 871 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 871 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 871 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 871 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Arkadiusz

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty bathroom and floor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Travelled with group
It was so neat and clean staff was so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph, McCleary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown, Easily walkable. Plenty of space. Large walk in shower.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Puja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good rooms and peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abroo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property, a small Motel without any reception or lobby, so you have to check in at the Caribou hotel nearby. You get the perks provided by the hotel, such as pool, hot tub access. The rooms are clean, nicely decorated, and it’s comfortable. It’s on the north end of town which is a bit of a trek to downtown, but still walkable. The hotel does provide free bus tickets for the duration of your stay. Nice Motel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the front desk of the Caribou were very accommodating and helpful when we called for assistance. We had a very enjoyable stay and really liked the Dorothy Motel venue, the amply free parking around there and the convenient and delicious dining places nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Raven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is self check in but works out ok. Good parking under room, plus a garage shop and nice restaurant (Sudden Sally) nearby. Room was comfortable and had everything needed for short stay. Hotel is walkable from Banff centre with public bus option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently renovated and very clean. Great convenient location, park your car and walk everywhere. Would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exception and Great Value!
Excellent stay! The Dorothy is affiliated with the Caribou Hotel. We were able to check-in quickly efficiently. The rooms are lovely. The bed is comfortable, and it is quiet. We were provided bus passes for the duration of our trip, which made getting around Banff easy. We were able to do laundry at the Caribou for 6 Canadian dollars. We would gladly stay here again. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Auto-Checkin Hotel was Better Than Expected
The room was great--really liked the bed comfort, bathroom w/ floor radiant heat, and under bed lighting! The only negative was the room didn't have blackout curtains--a bit too much light for great sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chunrun

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

doug

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel was recently updated, it was great. Interior patio and plants are beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

zhi hua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicky

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Canada 2024
Disappointed to find the floor not clean, the hotel looking different to the online image and most concerning a $10 'balancing charge' on checkout and a delay return g my deposit. The image of the hotel turns out to be the inside courtyard so no good for identifying it on arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Good price. Convenient location. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are comfortable and absolutely adorable with the forest-floor design on the floors. We really enjoyed our stay. Nice coffee bar (but coffee whitener, no creamer). About a mile from the heart of Banff where most restaurants are, so walkable. We did not go to the sister hotel for a hot tub and it was all self check-in so we did not see other staff or guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024