Travel & Accommodations
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
107 Tunnel Mountain Drive
Banff, Alberta
Canada, T1L 1H5
ACCOMMODATIONS
All conference attendees are encouraged to stay on-site at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Staying on campus means you are steps away from all conference sessions, dining, and social events, and ensures you get the best rates for accommodation
The Banff Centre hotel encompasses two buildings surrounded by forest, with mountain views from the rooms. Lloyd Hall features newly renovated rooms with modern finishes and large windows overlooking the Bow Valley. The Professional Development Centre (PDC) offers a warm, lodge-style atmosphere with pine timber frames, stone fireplaces, and expansive windows.
Booking Accommodations
A dedicated reservation link for IST 2026 attendees will be available when registration opens in June 2026. This link will allow you to book rooms at the conference group rate just like a standard hotel booking. Alternatively, you can book your reservation by calling in and referencing our group booking ID.
We will share the booking link via email and on this page as soon as it becomes available. Stay tuned!
DINING
Breakfast and lunch are included for all registered conference participants and will be served at the Vistas Dining Room on campus. Vistas offers inventive buffet dining with wrap-around mountain views, regionally sourced ingredients, and options to accommodate a wide range of dietary needs.
TRANSPORTATION
Getting to Banff
Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the closest major airport, approximately two hours west of Banff by road.
We are excited to partner with Banff Airporter, our preferred travel partner, to make your journey from Calgary International Airport directly to the Banff Centre as smooth as possible. Exclusive offer for IST 2026 attendees: Enjoy 15% off Banff Airporter's scheduled shuttle service, operating 11 times daily between the airport and the Banff Centre.
Promo Code: IST2026 Valid for travel: October 22 to November 1, 2026
How to book: Visit banffairporter.com and click "Book Now" and enter your travel detail. On the final payment page, enter IST2026 in the "Promo Code" field to apply the discount
To guarantee your seat, please book at least 2 weeks in advance.
Getting Around Banff
Once you are on the Banff Centre campus, everything you need for the conference is within walking distance. The town of Banff is a short walk downhill from campus, with restaurants, cafes, shops, and access to trails along the Bow River. No car rental is necessary.
Driving
If you prefer to drive, the Banff Centre offers complimentary parking for all hotel guests. The drive from Calgary International Airport takes approximately 90 minutes via the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1). Please note that all vehicles within Banff National Park are required to display a valid Parks Canada pass.