Located along the Bow River, Bow River Inn offers a tranquil retreat with laundry facilities and convenient in-room WiFi. Explore nearby attractions or take advantage of free self parking and an electric car charging station - previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (4)
Daily housekeeping
Air conditioning
Self-serve laundry
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Microwave
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
$108 nightly
The total price is $118
$118 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
33 reviews
(33 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
The Links of Glen Eagles - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Calaway Park - 18 min drive - 23.6 km
Canada Olympic Park - 26 min drive - 35.1 km
Getting around
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 40 min drive
Calgary University Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
The Canadian Brewhouse - 3 min drive
MacKay's Cochrane Ice Cream - 3 min drive
Tim Hortons - 3 min walk
Boston Pizza - 2 min walk
About this property
Bow River Inn
Bow River Inn is a great choice for a stay in Cochrane. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Korean, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
44 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (6 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Bow River Cochrane
Bow River Inn
Bow River Inn Cochrane
Bow River Inn Motel
Bow River Inn Cochrane
Bow River Inn Motel Cochrane
Frequently asked questions
Does Bow River Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bow River Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bow River Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bow River Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bow River Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What's the area around Bow River Inn like?
Bow River Inn is located a short 7-minute walk from Bow River. Travelers love the motel's prime location.
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Bow River Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Bed
Service staff
Location
Restaurant
Value
Amenities
Breakfast
Mountain
Furniture
What guests liked
Parking was convenient and accessible, with some rooms offering parking right outside the door. (5 reviews)
Many options for food nearby, with easy access to shops and restaurants. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
Great value and location
Gordon L
Gordon L, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Quiet beautiful scenery friendly staff
G
G, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
Pretty nice for a motel.
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Comfy bed.clean good self catering facility and easy parking. Would stay again.
William
William, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 22, 2025
The staff were friendly, warm and efficient. Price was excellent too
Bonnie
Bonnie, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 27, 2025
Was good showers
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
a nice clean place to stay for one night
Elisabeth
Elisabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 16, 2025
Our host was helpful, the beds were comfortable and we felt safe in the area.
Norbert
Norbert, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 3, 2025
Large clean rooms.
Susanne
Susanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2025
Very friendly staff. Very clean room. Only an hour to Banff. Highly recommend staying here
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 27, 2025
clean rooms, convenient location
Al
Al, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
Clean and quiet. Perfect after a long days driving
Lynnette
Lynnette, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 25, 2025
Great staff, clean rooms, and convenient to downtown and the bike path.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 2, 2025
I liked that it was tucked back behind other hotels with a view of the mountains and park. Nice and quiet.
Front desk personnel very friendly and helpful.
Comfortable beds.
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 20, 2025
I would stay here again.
Breanne
Breanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
Park in front of room, chairs to sit outside and enjoy weather.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
The room was clean and very kept up.
Lonnie
Lonnie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
Rooms were clean. Staff was friendly. Location was great, right beside other hotels. Affordable. Only wish breakfast was included.
Montana
Montana, 6-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 20, 2025
Clean and quiet.
Rhonda
Rhonda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Clean, practical, Mustafa is great! Polite, gave me a lot of info about Cochrane, the room has all the amenities I need Great place I will come back for sure!
Roberto
Roberto, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
This was a nice place to stay for a couple of nights as we explored around the area. We knew there was not a breakfast provided which was fine. We planned ahead.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 12, 2025
One of the cleanest rooms i have stayed in. Great value and service. Would stay here again, thank you
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 26, 2024
Amazing place to stay and reasonable price.
fernando
fernando, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 3, 2025
2nd stay at Bow River Inn. Very friendly staff, very clean rooms and very quiet. Price was great! Overall a good “no frills” option in Cochrane which is exactly what we like :)