HI Athabasca Falls - Hostel
32 km south of Jasper on the Icefield Parkway
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Why people book this hotel
“The hosts T and Lou were superb, very helpful and social”
“I had such a great stay here and Jeff is so friendly, kind, helpful and really n…”
“Super comfortable main Buinding”
“The beds are comfy, the facilities are great, takes everything back to basics bu…”
“Really good location, lovely living kitchen area, comfortable beds, very good va…”
“We liked the wilderness location, kind of like a campsite but with cabins”
“The outhouses were surprisingly clean”
“Definitely best hostel I ever seen : great nature, perfectly clean, huge common …”
“no breakfast was provided”
Overview
HI-Athabasca Falls is situated in Jasper, within 33 km of Jasper SkyTram and 34 km of Marmot Basin Ski Area. The hostel has family rooms. At the hostel, rooms have a patio. The Palisades Stewardship Education Centre is 48 km from HI Athabasca Falls. This is a back-to-basics wilderness hostel - We now have 2 private rooms, 2 mixed dorms, no showers, and no flush toilets. That said, it's a great place. A large common lodge with fireplace and lounge, friendly and personable staff, and a great location. We have purified drinking water, full cooking facilities, refrigerator, stoves and electricity. HI Athabasca is well-suited for groups. It is the largest of the four wilderness hostels in Jasper National Park. Located next to the powerful Athabasca Falls, awesome views, spectacular hiking and a wonderful off-the-beaten path experience. The Fryatt Valley and Athabasca Pass are easily accessed from the hostel offering cross-country skiing, hiking and mountain biking opportunities. Horseshoe and Leech Lake are also nearby for excellent swimming. CHECK IN - 5PM TO 10PM CHECK OUT - prior to 10AM (Late arrivals cannot be accommodated) Due to lack of direct/reliable communication Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance. Walk ins are welcome, call us for more information/availability.
Traveller reviews
ED
couple
March 3, 2024
Really good location, lovely living kitchen area, comfortable beds, very good value for money
TT_Elvas
couple
February 3, 2024
Place, Jeff and the peace that you feel on the kitchen
Stephanie
couple
October 12, 2023
We liked the wilderness location, kind of like a campsite but with cabins. The outhouses were surprisingly clean!
Mark
solo_traveller
October 9, 2023
“Great location, great staff, rustic and comfortable amenities.”
The property was in a lovely spot close to nature. The fire pit was sensational. Lots of laughs and good times. Even saw the northern lights. The hosts T and Lou were superb, very helpful and social.
ChristianAT
couple
October 7, 2023
Maggie was really nice and helped a lot with all the Questions everyone had! Super comfortable main Buinding.
Charles
solo_traveller
October 5, 2023
Large common area and kitchen
Kelly
solo_traveller
October 1, 2023
There isn't anything to not like! I had such a great stay here and Jeff is so friendly, kind, helpful and really nice! The beds are comfy, the facilities are great, takes everything back to basics but in such a good way. Everyone that comes and stays has a great vibe and are there for the love of the Rockies. I cannot wait to come back!!
Javier
solo_traveller
September 26, 2023
“Lovely traditional hostel”
The manager went the extra mile for me, offering me food when I did not have. Really appreciated.
Jonathan
couple
September 26, 2023
“Amazing experience.”
Beautiful location. Great communal area for cooking/relaxing. Very warm welcome when we arrived. Thank you, we loved this hostel x
Michael
couple
September 24, 2023
I loved the atmosphere and the fact everyone was so communal. We all cooked and ate in the same space and people were friendly and welcoming.
Pierre
extended_group
September 23, 2023
“Friendly, environmentally conscious gathering spot for people the world over!”
Very peaceful haven in nature. Very friendly staff and guests, a huge common room to relax and warm your soul.
Olena
couple
September 22, 2023
Definitely best hostel I ever seen : great nature, perfectly clean, huge common room with full equipment kitchen. Nothing to add. We used shower in other hostel that was pretty good.
Lewans
family_with_children
September 17, 2023
lovely location
Nick
solo_traveller
September 15, 2023
Good facilities and nice concept
Gul
couple
September 13, 2023
no breakfast was provided. location was excellent no showers - we knew...nice experience of being in wilderness!!
Tomáš
family_with_children
September 12, 2023
It is a hostel, but of a very good standard. I appreciated the possibility of using the common room where everything needed for cooking was. It was nice to spend an evening with people travelling around Canada in the same room. No need to worry.
Bruna
family_with_children
September 9, 2023
“No running water!”
Beds were comfortable, the room was clean and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Florence
couple
September 5, 2023
“The Perfect Basecamp for Mountain Adventures”
A very warm and welcoming hostel in the wild that makes you forget it's off grid by how well organized and maintained it is. You don't have to relinquish much comfort thanks to their solar-powered system. The common room and kitchen is very well equipped and homy.
Benoit
couple
September 5, 2023
This was Amazing. One of the most clean and well maintened hostel in the area.
catherine
extended_group
August 28, 2023
Fabulous place, excellent facilities, comfy beds, wonderful atmosphere!
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Hiking
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
General
Family rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area
Family Room
The family room features a seating area, heating and a patio. The unit has 5 beds.
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