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The Fairmont Banff Springs

The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Alberta, Canada is one of the world's leading luxury hotels set in its own extensive grounds. This resort, built in 1888, is styled after a Scottish Baronial castle and is a National Historic Site. Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Springs hotel boasts stunning views, exceptional regional cuisine and impeccable service offering an unforgettable retreat.

Location

This opulent resort towers over 2 scenic river valleys, 0.5 km from downtown Banff (regular shuttle to Banff Town at small extra charge)  and within just 15 minutes from Mount Norquay, 25 minutes from Sunshine and 45 minutes from Lake Louise. The Hotel also offers a shuttle to and from Calgary International Airport, 129 kms away.

Activities

The resort offers a wealth of exciting activities for all seasons, including downhill and cross-country skiing, dog sledding, snow shoeing, ice-skating, bowling, hiking, fishing, river rafting, horseback riding, and a wealth of other exciting activities.

Recreation

Spa - The resort’s 38, 000 square foot Willow Stream Spa has 23 treatment areas offering a variety of relaxing massages and beauty treatments, 3 waterfall spa tubs, saunas, steam rooms, and a European mineral pool, all available for a surcharge.
 
Guests have complimentary access to the mountain resort's children's pool, 32-metre indoor pool, year-round 20-metre heated outdoor pool, and outdoor spa tub.
 
Health club (surcharge) - Provides treadmills, stationary bikes, weight-training machines, stair machines, elliptical trainers, yoga mats, free weights, and other equipment. Regularly scheduled fitness classes include yoga and aerobics.
 
Ski - Numerous ski locations are just minutes away. The Fairmont offers an on-site snow school where guests can learn to ski. The resort also offers ski passes, storage, and rental. A shuttle is also provided to nearby ski locations such as Sunshine Village Ski Resort and Mount Norquay Ski Village, both about 2 kilometres from the resort.
 
Golf - The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Resort is a captivating and challenging 27-hole championship golf course.  The golf course offers two simple things - a breath taking view in every direction and a magnificent layout that thrills every golfer fortunate enough to spend a day golfing here.

Guest Rooms

The Fairmont Banff Springs offers all the amenities of a world-class resort, with 764 guest rooms and suites, superbly appointed Banff accommodations and attentive, personalized service. From cosy rooms tucked away in quiet corners of the castle to spacious suites with sweeping Alberta mountain views, The Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff Canada hotel has the perfect guest room, suite, or Fairmont Gold accommodations for your Rocky Mountain getaway.
 
Fairmont Room - Room Size: 175 sq.ft. / 16 sq.m. Bed Type: One King, one Queen,  one Double, two Doubles or two Twins. View: Limited views of hotel grounds or buildings.
 
Fairmont Mountain View Room - Room Size: 175 sq.ft. / 16 sq.m. Bed Type: one King, one Queen or two Queen beds. View: Spectacular mountain views.
 
Deluxe Room - Room Size: 200 sq.ft. / 19 sq.m. Bed Type: One King, one Queen or two Queen beds. View: Limited views of hotel grounds or buildings. 
 
Deluxe Mountain View Room - Room Size: 200 sq.ft. / 19 sq.m. Bed Type: One King, one Queen, two Queen or two Double beds. View: Spectacular mountain views. 
 
Gatehouse Room - Room Size: 225 sq.ft. / 21 sq.m. Bed Type: One King, one Queen or two Queens. View: Limited views of hotel grounds or buildings. 
 
Gatehouse Mountain View Room - Room Size: 225 sq.ft. / 21 sq.m. Bed Type: One King. View: Spectacular mountain views.

Signature Suite - Room Size: 550 sq.ft. / 51 sq.m. Bed Type: One King. View: Mountain views.
 
Fairmont Gold rooms - Room size: 165 sq ft / 15 sq m. Bed Type: one King or two Queens. View: Hotel grounds or buildings (some views are limited). These rooms are located on an exclusive private floor with its own lounge serving complimentary continental breakfast, canapés and an honour bar.

Common Amenities

All hotel rooms at The Fairmont Banff Springs offer the following amenities:

  • Alarm clock radio      
  • Cable television with in-room pay movies and video games            
  • Coffee/Tea maker      
  • Hair dryer      
  • Iron and ironing board       
  • Telephone with voice-mail    
  • High Speed Internet Access     
  • Windows that open for fresh mountain air

Suites and Specialty Rooms

Junior Mountain View Suite - Spacious, open concept, featuring a defined bedroom (1 x King bed) and large living area. Located in the Main Building of the resort, these suites offer stunning mountain vistas.
 
Junior Suite (Turret) - Features include a sitting area, and a spiral staircase that takes you up to a private bedroom (1 x Queen Bed) and bright bathroom. Located in the quiet turrets of the castle, enjoy breath taking views of the surrounding pristine forests and majestic peaks of Banff National Park.
 
Junior Suite (Jacuzzi) - Spacious, classic and private. Features include a sitting area and spacious bathroom with large Jacuzzi tub plus a private bedroom (1 x King bed). Enjoy breath taking views of the surrounding pristine forests and majestic peaks of Banff National Park.
 
Gatehouse Suite - Newly renovated and featuring electric fireplaces, these suites are ideal for small families or extended stay guests who seek the comforts of an additional living space with slightly larger bathrooms. These suites feature a defined bedroom (1 x King or 2 x Queen beds) and limited views of the hotel grounds or buildings.
 
One Bedroom Suite - Spacious and ideal for entertaining. Located exclusively in the main building, each suite features an elegantly appointed living room with private entrance. The attached bedroom is spacious ((1 x King bed, some with double sofa bed) and well appointed. These rooms offer a variety of views.
 
Two Bedroom Suite - Ideal for families and entertaining. These suites feature a grand parlour living room, Bose stereo system, crown moulding, individually styled furniture, a powder room and private entrance. Each bedroom (1 x King bed in master bedroom) has their own bathroom, offering total comfort and privacy.
 
Terrace Suite - Offers modern décor, one luxurious bedroom (1 x King), a grand living area, separate dining area, gas fireplace and features a large outdoor terrace with spectacular Bow Valley views. These suites include a large luxurious bathroom with whirlpool bath tub and separate shower.
 
Gallery Suite - The ultimate Castle experience, the Galleryl Suite is a two bedroom, newly renovated suite combining luxury and refinement with distinctive architectural detail.  A large living room with spectacular views of the Bow and Spray Valleys connects to a splendid master bedroom with king bed and a second bedroom with two double beds. 
 
The Royal Suite - Offering unsurpassed luxury, this grand Banff suite was designed for royalty, dignitaries and extra special occasions. This unforgettable suite features a reception foyer, spacious living room, grand piano, upper perimeter library, powder room and multiple windows. The attached master bedroom is private, featuring a spectacular chandelier, window seat and additional bathroom. Located in the pinnacle of a castle peak, the suite and master bedroom offer magnificent panoramic views.

Dining

 
Waldhaus Restaurant - Bavarian cottage-style building created as a clubhouse in 1927 on the edge of the golf course. Dark-wood panelling, large fireplace and wine cabinet housing excellent wine selection. Authentic German and Swiss dishes. Reservations recommended. Nightly dinner; seasonal closures.
 
Castello Ristorante - Traditional Italian cuisine, wines, and desserts. Reservations recommended. Nightly dinner; seasonal closures.
 
Waldhaus Pub - Located beneath the Waldhaus dining room. Casual bar with pool table and multiple TVs. Appetisers, cheese fondue, microbrews, and beers on tap. Open from late afternoon to late evening; extended hours in summer months.

1888 Chop House - A modern twist on the authentic chop house with a menu focused on prime cuts of Alberta beef, sustainably sourced wild game and Ocean Wise seafood

The Vermillion Room - Good looking and bold, The Vermillion Room welcomes you with open arms, a delectable menu and effortless charm. Step into a grand space that sweeps you off your feet and into a beautiful brasserie with a bustling atmosphere and a menu to delight in.

Stanley's Smokehouse (seasonal) - Enjoy good old Souterhn barbeque at the golf course club house. Shuttle service available.

STOCK (Food & Drink) - A locally inspired and stylishly STOCKed market that brings gourmet food and drink to Banff. 
 
Samurai Sushi Bar and Restaurant - Authentic Japanese surroundings. Fresh sushi and sashimi. Japanese hot-pot dinners such as shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, and yosenabe. Dinner served five nights per week; seasonal closures.
 
Rundle Lounge - Overlooking the Bow Valley. Appetisers and cocktails. Traditional afternoon tea served daily. Open from early afternoon to late evening.
 
Ramsay Lounge - Large selection of ports, scotches, and cocktails. Open from late afternoon to late evening; seasonal closures.
 
Grapes Wine Bar - Intimate bistro and wine bar featuring Canadian labels. Fondues, pâtés, cheeses, salads, and other selections. Food and wine pairings. Open from early evening to late evening.

1888 Chop house - 
 
Room service - Available from early morning to late evening.

Resort Fee

Take advantage of all that the Fairmont Banff Springs has to offer. The resort fee includes the following services and amenities:

  • Ski, Bike and golf club valet service and storage,
  • Hotel pools (excluding the Willow Stream Spa) and 24 hour fitness centre including daily fitness & yoga classes
  • Heritage tours of the hotel
  • Use of l tennis courts, driving range and sports fields (golf equipment rental not included)
  • Shuttle service to the Waldhaus Restaurant & Pub,  Golf Course club house. Shuttle service to the Townsite of Bann (upon availability)
  • Numerous seasonal family activities; including nature hikes, campfires, movie nights and more. 
  • Bellman / Doorman gratuity

The resort fee is $25 CAD* per day. 

Banff Convention & Business Centre

The Data Group Business Centre at The Fairmont Banff Springs offers a wide range of business services including high-speed internet access, FedEx courier service, faxing, printing, laminating and cutting.

Guest Services 

Babysitting, Banff Springs Kids Club, Bell Staff, Check-In / Check-Out, Concierge, selection of 20 in-house shops , High Speed Internet Access, Housekeeping, Laundry Services, Parking, Ski & Bike Storage, Wheelchair Accessibility
Hotel location: 405 Spray Avenue, Banff, Alberta, Canada T1L 1J4

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