In the heart of Canmore, El Refugio townhouse offers a haven for families and groups. Enjoy quality living spaces, nearby restaurants, coffee shops within walking distance to Downtown Canmore! Savor local Rocky Mountain Soap Company toiletries in the fully-equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Unwind on the massive south-facing deck with BBQ or explore Banff National Park just 15 minutes away.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
The current price is ¥41,452
¥41,452
¥81,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views
Summary: This stunning townhouse is perfectly equipped for your much needed family or group retreat. The home offers beautiful living spaces, nearby restaurants and coffee shops, and an easy 15 minute walk to Downtown Canmore! Huge south-facing deck with lounge, living room with gas fireplace, dining and kitchen, & the master suite. The lower floor contains two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The bunk beds are perfect for kids and non-couple groups of friends or colleagues!
The Space: If quality and style are important to you, this is the perfect space for your Rocky mountain adventure. Pictures do not do justice to the craftsmanship and the stunning views from every window. Perfectly located within walking distance to downtown, great restaurants & bars, coffee shops & supermarkets. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to cook up a storm, and the lovely bathrooms are stocked with local Rocky Mountain Soap Company body wash, shampoo and conditioner. This townhouse is perfectly suited to families or groups of friends. If you are a group needing more than one unit, talk to us about a group booking for one of our other properties on 2nd Avenue. El Refugio is air conditioned for your comfort, and just 15 minutes drive to Banff. The layout of this home is perfect for families. Upstairs is a huge kitchen, dining and living area with a massive south-facing deck with seating for 8 and a BBQ. Inside on this same level is a half bath and laundry, as well as the master suite with king bed and walk in shower. Downstairs is another full bathroom with a tub/shower and two bedrooms. Bedroom 1 contains a queen bed, and bedroom 2 has two sets of bunk beds (sleeping 4 in total). Also downstairs is a spacious entry and mudroom for all your storage needs. Parking is out front on the driveway, where there is room for 2 small cars, and plenty of street parking as well.
Town Of Canmore license - RES - 09688
Guest Access: Guests have access to all areas of the townhouse except the garage.
The Neighborhood: 2nd Ave lies just off the main access road in and out of Canmore. The townhouse is perfectly placed for quick access by road to hiking and skiing in Banff National Park. Within a 5 minute walk you can enjoy the amazing French pastries at Le Fournil, an amazing meal at Crazyweed Kitchen or Ankor restaurant, or grab some freshly roasted coffee to take home from Eclipse Coffee Roastery. Supermarkets are a 5-10 minute walk, and downtown Canmore with its shopping and restaurant scene is a 10-15 minute walk from the condo.
Getting Around: Free local Roam transit is available within Canmore, with connections to Banff and Lake Louise (fares apply). Legacy Trail bike path to Banff is literally a one minute ride away. Canmore is highly walkable, with dedicated paths for both foot traffic and bikes all over town. Bikes can be rented from Gear Up, a 5 minute walk from the home.
Interaction with Guests: We are professional vacation managers who live in town and will happily offer as much or as little support as you need during your stay. Talk to us for advice on hiking, biking, skiing, restaurants etc. If you need specific equipment for your stay that you don't want to buy, get in touch and we'll see if we can help.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No parties or events
Not suitable for pets
No smoking or vaping of any substances anywhere on the premises
Extra housekeeping charges will apply if...
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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 cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Teepee Town, a neighborhood in Canmore, is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of Banff National Park and Upper Hot Springs can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Banff Gondola.
Canmore Recreation Centre and Cross Zee Ranch are also worth visiting. Visit our Canmore travel guide
Is El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views?
As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views on Apr 1, 2026 start from ¥41,452, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views located?
Located in Teepee Town, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Canmore Brewing Company and Canmore Mountain Market. Big Head Sculpture and Elevation Place are also within 15 minutes.
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El Refugio - Private Townhouse with Amazing Views Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We used this rental as our headquarters for exploring the Canmore/Banff area. The townhouse was well stocked and clean and the views are lovely. This is close to grocery and restaurants and an easy drive the park. There are stairs and beds well-suited for a family.
The property was perfect for our group of 7 adults and 1 infant. The bunk bed room worked great for our group. The house was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked - we cooked all our meals in. There is a lot of parking outside the unit. The management team were great to deal with - when our code didn’t work they responded very quickly and were super helpful! We had a wonderful stay!
We stayed at 3 different VRBO's on our 11 day trip to the area. This was by the best one! We loved everything about it. Great layout. Very clean. Beautiful view. Comfy beds. Evening walks on the trail out front. One evening we even saw moose or elk! So much food in the area. Very walkable town. Every morning we walked to the coffee shop. Great communication from the property manager. We hope to come back again.
Property was immaculate and well appointed. View from was mazing and location was perfect. The management company we dealt was amazing responding to questions immediately. Highly recommend this property if visiting Banff National Park.
We had a wonderful stay. Loved the view and thoroughly enjoyed the balcony seating area. The property was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.
We had an excellent family vacation in Canmore. The views are breathtaking, the property was very clean, and management was super responsive. We highly recommend this townhouse.
We loved our stay at this adorable townhome, and it met all of our family's needs. The manager, Jane, was SO kind and easy to work with. Great location with beautiful views, and only an easy 15 minute drive to Banff. A great choice for your stay in the Canadian Rockies!
El Refugio was perfect for our family vacation that included 2 older teenagers and my elderly mother. Super clean and well appointed with every detail we could imagine. Great location with short walks to numerous restaurants and grocery store. Downtown Canmore was only about 10 min walk. A great running trail right across the street was perfect. We will definitely be back!
Great setup for a group of adults that want to get together. Able to easily fit 8 friends together with enough space to sleep comfortably and not feel too tight. Perfect location for access to Canmore. Jane, the host is very responsive. Will recommend.
The house was spotlessly clean and communication with the owner was fast and efficient. The only suggestion I would make is to provide more wine glasses.
The place was nice, in a good location and well stocked. I have a complaint that there wasn't enough spots for sitting in the living room considering the place holds 8. I would return though.
Fantastic place to stay. Enough beds for all of us.
Loved the balcony..sadly looked like the umbrella went missing..very hot the weekend we were there and would have loved to have some shade while sitting out.
Difficulty with the air con... did not seem to work properly. Just kept all our blinds and windows closed during the day.
Would definitely book again!
We rented the unit for our family getaway, unit was a great size, had a good view of the mountains from the deck. Kitchen was awesome and fully stocked, it was a great place and we had a blast!
Communication facile avec la propriétaire.
Tout était neuf et confortable.
Marie-Eve P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
ArvinT
Jun 28, 2021
Restful
El Refugio was a great place. It was clean, cozy and very well maintained. Our stay was quiet.
ArvinT
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
AlexM
Feb 19, 2021
El Refugio
The perfect place to spend a weekend with friends or family. An excellent base camp for any sort of activity in the mountains.
The place is clean, comfortable and very homey.