Bow River Inn

A more modern version of the classic 2-star motel. We didn't have need of service because everything worked as expected or better. Great location beside a sports park made for an easy evening walk. 7

My parents stayed here for a night last weekend. They were coming out to celebrate 2 grandkids graduations and 2 family birthdays. They had a bag which included gifts and cards as well as a memento from 50 years ago that my mom was planning on gifting to my daughter. They put it in a drawer in their hotel room for safekeeping. Sadly, they forgot it when they left the hotel. That same night they remembered about it and went back to the hotel to see if it had been turned in. No one had yet rented the room so my dad was able to go in and check in the drawer but it was gone. The only people in that room would have been the housekeeping staff. The manager confirmed that it hadn’t been handed in and that he would ask the staff the next morning. I called the next morning to inquire if they had found it and he said no and that he’d asked the staff and that they said they hadn’t found anything in the room when they cleaned it. Because my parents are travelling, all they had was their bags and their car. It was very easy for us to go through everything and confirm that they didn’t misplace it in their luggage or in their vehicle. While I can’t prove anything, if no one else had rented out that room yet, then the only people that had access to the bag in the room was hotel staff. For this reason, I am giving this hotel 1 star. Beware of leaving valuables in your room if you stay there!

Very clean rooms at a fantastic price! Front desk was very welcoming and hospitable. The convenient location makes it easy to unload luggage from the car and bring it in your room. Would highly recommend!

I wanted to send a review of this hotel as it was awesome! The hotel was immaculate, very comfy beds, great hair dryer. Really everything was way above my expectations and the price is unbeatable, half the price of the big chain next door. Will definitely be staying again.

Honestly, I didn’t have high expectations when I first booked this hotel, but it completely exceeded them. The cleanliness was outstanding, the front desk staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, and most of all, the location, price, and overall facilities were spotless and well maintained.
We originally planned to stay just one night on our way to Banff, but we ended up extending our stay for an extra night because it was so comfortable and relaxing. I can confidently say this hotel is highly recommended. I’ve been living in Canada for a long time, and this level of cleanliness and genuine friendliness is something I rarely experience. Truly impressive!

What a nice place with wonderful owners! Very kind and accommodating! Our room was very clean and had everything we needed. It was just far enough off the main street that we didn't get bombarded by traffic noise. We could park outside out door and did not have to carry our things more than 8 m! Thanks for looking after us. We'll be back!

Stopped one night at Bow River Inn while driving across country, and we had a great nights sleep at an incredible price! Highly recommend for a basic stay. The room was spacious lots of room to walk around with 2 queen beds, a table with two chairs, a large dresser, side table, luggage stand and fridge. Super clean throughout. Bathroom is also spacious and nice. Easy to drive to with parking right in front of the room. Efficient booking and checkin (I called directly to book since was same day)
Highly recommend!

I’d like to take a moment to thank the wonderful staff at the Bow River Inn — Cochrane, Alberta.
The motel is very well kept, equipped with large, spotless clean rooms, and has an unbelievably personable, caring, friendly and helpful staff.
From the very kind Motel Manager to the cleaning team, you are not going to find a better Motel in Cochrane to call home for night.
There is every type of amenity within a few minutes of the motel which makes it very convenient.
The Motel encompasses a “Family Like" atmosphere.
The price point was unbeatable — definitely the most affordable option in town without compromising quality.
I would highly recommend this location to anyone staying in Cochrane for any period of time!

I had an issue with my motorhome and couldn’t access the place I originally booked, so I looked on Booking and found BAL Hotel available. Since the price was lower, I was a bit unsure about the quality, but it turned out to be a great surprise. The hotel is well maintained, very clean — spotless beds and bathroom — and the staff was super friendly. The man at the front desk was very kind and explained everything clearly. A great option if you’re looking for a clean, comfortable place to rest.

Pros-very clean and awesome location. Front desk is very responsive. Close access to walking trails by the river and easy access to all restaurants and amenities in town.
Cons-pillows are awful… it would take 5 pillows to equal 1 normal pillow (sounds silly but when you're exhausted it matters). Shower towels are glorified hand towels 😂

Sept 26, 2025 Friday checking out after staying there for four days. I went to put my belongings into my car, and came to find out my fob for my car wasn’t working and needed a battery replacement. The hotel manager was outside and noticed my distress, and greeted me “Good morning” I explained my situation and he acknowledged and accommodated my request and had the right battery replacement for my key fob! 10/10 stars for this establishment! Truly a life saver!

Positive: Room was clean and comfortable.

I had a fantastic experience during my stay! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The rooms and common areas were spotless, which really added to the comfort of my visit.
One of the best parts? The price was unbeatable—definitely the most affordable option in town without compromising quality. Plus, the location is perfect: just an hour’s drive from Banff National Park, making it a great base for exploring the Rockies.
Whether you’re passing through or planning a nature getaway, this place is a hidden gem. I’ll definitely be back!

I have stayed here a few times over the past couple of years. The motel is ok, nothing fancy. Clean but needs updating, especially for the price you pay. However, it's one of the cheaper (but not by much) from the other hotels in town.
The service I recently received has left a very bad taste to this place. I made a reservation on the afternoon of Aug. 7 for the Aug. 22 — 24 weekend. I was quoted $169 for one bed, and $179 for two beds. I booked for the one bed room. After thinking about it for a few days, I called the morning of August 11 to upgrade to the two bed room, for the exact dates. However, when I called, I was quoted now for $199 a night for the two bed room. He would give me a "deal" for $189 a night. This isn't a deal. This is price gouging and being greedy. As an event manager for a living, I completely understand the entire supply and demand in the hotel industry. I didn't book the room months ago or change the dates I was staying and expected the room to be the same price. It was 3.5 days after my reservation. Due to the greed of this place, I cancelled my room reservation completely. I will not support a business who wants to take advantage of their customers, especially returning customers.
There are other options in Cochrane for a few dollars more. And if you take into consideration you get a hotel breakfast with the other places, the cost really isn't much more.

We had a great experience at this Inn. The rooms were very clean, the shower pressure was great, and the front desk was so nice! They had EV chargers for super cheap rates which was great for us. They had daily housekeeping which was fantastic. Looking forward to staying here again. :)

That rare time when the last minute, only option available is fantastic. Comfortable and spacious, and very friendly staff. Great trail for running right behind the field out back too. Highly recommended!

Good management. Large clean apartment type unit with two separate bedrooms, full kitchen across from a park. Food and store nearby. Big disappointment: Wi-Fi did not work. Mgt was not able to fix it. Took $10.00 off bill. Would still recommend.