banff vs. canmore: which town should we really stay in?
Last weekend, we finally made it to Banff after years of hearing everyone rave about it. The mountains really do look like a postcard—honestly, I thought people were exaggerating, but nope, it’s just that stunning. But here’s the thing: we ended up staying in Canmore instead of Banff because all the hotels in Banff were either booked or way too expensive. Canmore is just a short drive away, and I have to admit, it’s a charming little town with a lot of Airbnbs and easy public transit to the parks. But I kept wondering if we were missing out by not staying right in Banff.
We spent 20 minutes searching for a decent breakfast spot in Canmore, only to find the one everyone recommended had a line out the door. By the time we got our food, we were already running late for our hike. Meanwhile, friends who stayed in Banff said they just walked out of their hotel and were already surrounded by those iconic views. It’s tough to decide—do you pay more and stay in Banff for the convenience and scenery, or save some money and deal with the extra travel from Canmore?
I’m torn, because as much as I loved the peace and quiet of Canmore, I couldn’t help but feel a little FOMO every time someone posted a sunrise photo from their Banff balcony. Has anyone else wrestled with this decision? I feel like no matter what, you’re missing out on something!
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