Banff 🇨🇦 is absolutely jaw-dropping… but your hotel bill can be too. 😅💸 In peak summer, hotels in Banff can easily start around $300/night and climb to $1,000+ and that’s before you even factor in your National Park pass! But here’s the good news 👀👇 You don’t have to stay in Banff to experience the Canadian Rockies. Here are 4 alternatives worth checking out: 1️⃣ CANMORE - The #1 Alternative 🏔️ 📍 ~20 minutes from Banff 💰 Often more affordable than staying right in Banff And honestly? Canmore deserves a trip of its own: ✨ Incredible mountain views 🍴 Amazing local food scene 🏡 Plenty of condo-style stays with kitchens 🚗 Easier parking 😌 A more relaxed vibe with fewer crowds 2️⃣ HARVIE HEIGHTS - The Hidden Gem 👀 A lesser-known option near Banff with vacation rentals and condos. Plus, its location near the park entrance means you can be closer to Banff than you might expect! 3️⃣ DEAD MAN’S FLATS - Yes, that’s REALLY the name 😂 Just outside Canmore, this can be a more ...