Banff was the first national Park to be established. CanadaMore than four million people visit every year. This sprawling 2,564-square-mile park is home to more than four million visitors each year. UNESCO World Heritage Site The alpine wonderland contains treasures such as aqua-blue ice-covered lakes and teahouses punctuated with snow-covered peaks. Banff’s natural beauty is breathtaking, from its geological drama to the countless species that call the park home. And with skiing You can go snowshoeing during winter, biking and hiking in the spring and fall and canoeing. camping Summer is a great time to visit.
Lucky for eager travelers, there are an abundance of great places to stay when you visit—whether you seek a ski-in hotel room, a château on the banks of a glacial lake, or a feel-like-a-local downtown rental surrounded by shops and hiking trails. There are many ways to enjoy the beauty of the park, from new hotels to cabin getaways.
Here are 17 of the top hotels and rental properties to consider when choosing where to stay around Banff National Park.
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Hotels near Banff National Park
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Bed & bath: The price varies depending on the accommodation
Top-notch amenities Five restaurant and bars options, a spa and fitness center with classes, canoeing at Lake Louise.
Nearby Attractions Lake Louise, Lake Agnes Tea House Big Beehive and Brewster Stables
A five-star château awaits you at the world-famous, 539-room Fairmont Château Lake Louise. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is another six-time Readers’ Choice Award winning hotel. spa treatmentsThis resort is a destination in itself, offering a range of activities and food. This fairytale resort, originally built to lure travelers on an adventure, is now a destination unto itself. Rocky Mountain rail adventure During the early days of Canadian Pacific Railway. Open your blinds to enjoy a spectacular view of the turquoise Lake Louise and the peaks of Victoria Glacier. Enjoy the view, and then head outside, no matter the time of year, to enjoy the outdoors. Take a guided tour to a mountainside cafe, go on an e-bike ride, take a snow sleigh, or hit up the slopes. Upon your return, stroll beneath the ornate chandelier, passing galleries and on-site shops, to enjoy a cocktail with a view at Fairview Bar & Restaurant. Pro tip: Enjoy a morning in bed with a coffee and a lavish in-room breakfast (try the blueberry scone or the brioche French Toast) as you watch the sun sparkle on the lake.
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Bed & bath: The price varies depending on the accommodation
Top-notch amenities Chargers for electric vehicles, book exchanges, two restaurants, and two bars. Full-service spa. Minibars in rooms.
Nearby Attractions Via Ferrata Banff Gondola Surprise Corner Viewpoint Tunnel Mountain Trail