Welcome to HI Lake Louise

Extend your stay
Back

This week at the hostel

Come hang with us! The schedule of this week's activities is available for viewing at the reception desk.

Pool Tournament

Rack 'em up for our weekly Pool Tournament in our upstairs lounge. Show off your skills and compete to win sweet prizes in a friendly atmosphere.

Movie Night

Join us for a cozy movie night once per week. It's the perfect time to unwind with your
favorite snacks! Swing by the front desk to find out what's showing and when.

Board Game Night

Get your game face on! Join us for our weekly board games night. Bring your favorite games or try something new from our collection. It's sure to be a blast!

Language Exchange

Expand your horizons! Practice speaking a new language and make new friends in a supportive environment at our weekly language exchange. All levels and all languages welcome.

Music Bingo

Get ready to groove and dab! Join us for our weekly Music Bingo. Test your music knowledge and win exciting prizes while having a blast with other backpackers!

Campfire Night

Join staff and other backpackers for a cozy campfire under the stars! Gather around from 7pm to 9:30pm for stories, songs, and of course, marshmallow roasting. Don't miss this memorable evening!

Lake Louise Member Discounts

Save some cash in Lake Louise with these awesome HI member discounts. Not a member yet? Come chat with us at front desk to activate your membership — it's free!

Wilson Mountain Sports
Lake Louise, AB

Get 10% off rentals

More Info
Poparide

Get $5 off your first ride on Poparide

More Info
Moose Travel Network

10% off your next adventure with Moose

More Info
Freeheelin' Adventures

Get 10% off on all hiking, snowshoeing and nordic ski tours

More info
Sundog Tours

Get 15% off sightseeing tours in Jasper National Park

More Info

Tap into HI's huge network of discounts the moment you get your membership card. You can keep saving while you travel and long after you get back.

More Discounts

Work for Stay

Earn your stay, make some friends, and extend your adventure with our volunteering program.

Apply Now

Explore Lake Louise

Not sure what to do during your stay? Check out these local tips from our magazine.

Our favourite bike routes in Lake Louise

Cycling is a fantastic way to get around the Lake Louise area no matter your skill level—here are the spots to do it.

May 12, 2021
...

How to spend winter in the Rockies... without skis

There might be a shortage of snow in the Rockies this winter, but that doesn't mean there isn't anything fun to do!

February 21, 2023
...

Exploring the Rockies without a car

You don’t need a car to explore this chunk of Canadian paradise.

April 12, 2018
...

5 ways to get all up in Canada’s fall colours

Ready to embrace fall in all its cozy and colourful glory? Here’s where to do it.

September 19, 2017
...

September is hands down the best month of the year in the Rockies

Just when you think summer is over...

August 26, 2020
...

18 tips for the ultimate Rockies road trip

Where to go is easy, but here’s how to get the most out of this must-do road trip

August 03, 2021
...

How to turn your Rockies road trip into a real Canadian safari

Get in, we're going wildlife spotting!

April 03, 2022
...

10 ways to save money on your next Canadian winter ski trip

Because shredding those fresh, powdery runs can cost a chunk of change!
November 18, 2022
...

Why April is the best time to ski in the Canadian Rockies

Think it's time to pack away your winter gear? Nah, the fun is just getting started.

March 07, 2022
...

9 reasons the Rockies are way better in the winter

Sorry, bears: you snooze you lose.

October 23, 2023
...

Oh, and we've got a lot more to say!

Read on

Nearby Hostels

Pop in and say hello to our HI friends, they'll welcome you like fam!

HI Banff Alpine Centre

Banff, AB

  • Free wifi
    Free wifi
  • Bar on site
    Bar on site
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
  • Bike storage
    Bike storage
  • No Air-conditioning
    No Air-conditioning
More Info Check Availability

HI Rampart Creek Wilderness Hostel

Banff National Park, AB

  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Campfire
    Campfire
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Sauna
    Sauna
  • Linens provided
    Linens provided
More Info Check Availability

HI Mosquito Creek Wilderness Hostel

Banff National Park, AB

  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Bike storage
    Bike storage
  • Sauna
    Sauna
  • Linens provided
    Linens provided
More Info Check Availability

Tell us how we did

Got 30 seconds?

Share your opinions for a chance to win $50 towards your next stay!

Complete our survey

Share your #hicanada moments

Hey, how's your trip in Lake Louise?

Tag us on social, we'd love to follow your adventures!

Spread the Love

Leave us a review, we love to read them!

facebook-icon.png
tripadvisor-icon.png
google-icon.png