Jonas Gordon Phone: Email: [email protected]

For questions about municipal activities such as zoning, land-use, permits, incentives
Eleanor Miclette, Manager of Economic Development, Town of Canmore 403-678-1505 | [email protected] https://www.canmore.ca

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Overview

Flagship Hotel Development Opportunity | Gateway to Downtown Canmore This is arguably the most valuable hotel development land in Canmore, a rare 1.06-acre parcel backing directly onto Policeman’s Creek and facing Elevation Place with unobstructed 360° mountain views that capture the very best of the Bow Valley. Perfectly positioned in the Gateway District, the site offers a blend of natural serenity and urban accessibility, just a 5-minute walk to Main Street and a short drive off the Trans-Canada Highway. Zoned Gateway Commercial District (GD), the property allows for visitor accommodation, boutique hotel, mixed-use retail, dining, and cultural concepts, presenting unmatched flexibility for a visionary developer or brand looking to anchor their presence in Canmore’s luxury tourism market. Imagine a flagship boutique resort — a sanctuary of alpine design and refined hospitality that reflects Canmore’s adventurous spirit and world-class setting. The architecture could frame mountain views from every suite, feature a creekside café plus a rooftop wellness spa, and connect seamlessly to the boardwalk trail on the creek and recreation network. With over $44 million in planned municipal infrastructure upgrades along Railway Avenue and the Downtown ARP, this corridor is poised to become the new heart of Canmore’s visitor experience. One of the few remaining parcels legally zoned for short-term rental and hotel use, 707 Railway Avenue offers both rarity and potential in a market defined by high demand and limited supply. A landmark location — ready to define the next chapter of mountain luxury.

Details
Available Space: 8284ft²
Price: $10,995,000
Location Street Address: 707 Railway Avenue
Space Year Built: 1974
Property Types: Other

Infrastructure Details
Note: distances are in straight line, rather than driving distances
Nearest highways:
  • Highway 1 - Less than 1 km (High Load Corridor)
  • Highway 742 - 1.98 km
  • Highway 1A - 2.04 km
  • Highway 40 - 21.36 km (High Load Corridor)
  • Highway 1X - 18.6 km (High Load Corridor)
Nearest hospital:
  • Canmore General Hospital - 0.55 km
Nearest airports:
  • International: Calgary International Airport - 94.04km
Nearest Historic Site
  • Historic site designation: 4a
  • HRV(4): contains a historic resource that may require avoidance or assessment
  • Category (a): archaeological
Nearest powerlines:
  • AltaLink - 54L 138kv - 0.88 km
Nearest substations:
  • RUNDLE - 35S , AltaLink - 1.54 km
Nearest railways:
  • Canadian Pacific, Class : Main - 0.15 km
Nearest gas franchise area:
  • ATCO Gas - Town Of Canmore
Nearest Power Plant:
  • Bow River Hydro (Rundle) (BOW1), TA Alberta Hydro LP - 1.53 km
    Hydro, 320 (50) MW
Fibre Internet Availability:
  • Ready/Available
  • Availability is estimated. Contact an internet service provider for more information.
Nearest Rail Terminals
Type Name Operated By Types of Products Shipped Distance
Transload CP Calgary Transload Logistic Corp
  • Steel
  • steel products
  • machinery
  • lumber
91.84 KM
Transload CN Calgary CN CARGOFLO
  • Grain and specialty crops
  • metals and minerals
  • forest products
  • bulk - CargoFlo
93.18 KM
Yard CP Alyth Yard Canadian Pacific
93.9 KM
Transload CP Calgary Ogden TFR
  • Chemicals/energy
95.63 KM
Autoport CN Autoport Calgary Canadian National
95.51 KM
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Community Economic Highlights: Canmore, AB
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Located in the mountains, Canmore is a hub for accommodation and recreation.
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Canmore has a median family income of $130,200 compared to the Alberta median of $114,600.
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54% of Canmore's population 15 years or over has post-secondary education.

Community Economic Details: Canmore, AB
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