The Drake Inn
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About this property
The Drake Inn is an independent motel located in Canmore, Alberta, within a 10-minute drive of Banff National Park and near ski lifts. The property sits close to local attractions including Big Head Sculpture and offers easy access to outdoor recreation in the Rocky Mountains region. With a location rating of 4.5 out of 5 from over 1,000 guest reviews, The Drake Inn serves as a practical base for visitors exploring the Canmore area.
The Drake Inn offers 25 guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, complimentary wireless internet, and cable television. Rooms include a shower/tub combination, complimentary toiletries, and a coffee or tea maker. Daily housekeeping service is provided to maintain room cleanliness during your stay.
Guests can dine at Drake Pub and Restaurant, which serves meals and drinks at the on-site bar and lounge. The property features a terrace with views, a common area with television, and complimentary wireless internet throughout. Outdoor recreation options nearby include downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, golfing with lessons available, hiking and biking trails, mountain biking, and rafting. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and offers free self-parking, though spaces are limited. An ATM and banking services are available on-site.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible later arrival options, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The Drake Inn is located 15.7 miles from Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and 15.8 miles from Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau.
Location & nearby attractions
Big Head Sculpture - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Elevation Place - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Canmore Mountain Market - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Art Country Canada Canmore Gallery - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Canmore Brewing Company - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Bow River - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Canmore Engine Bridge - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Yamnuska Mountain Adventures - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Canmore Golf and Curling Club - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Canmore Recreation Centre - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Palliser Dog Park - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Cougar Creek/Mount Lady MacDonald Trailhead - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
The preferred airport for The Drake Inn is Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 113.2 km / 70.4 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
- 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
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Air conditioning is not provided
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Sunday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fees & policies
- Early check-in fee: CAD 10.00 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: CAD 10.00
Know before you go
- Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.