Character and Luxury in Banff

I stayed at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel last week for the third time and was so excited about the updates and renovations.  The hotel still has its original character and design, but the rooms are nicely updated in that traditional feel.  Loved the outdoor pool and the other wellness amenities.  Nice gym.  The breakfast buffet was outstanding.  All the staff were very friendly and helpful.  Loved this hotel!

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - modern luxuries with historic charm

Not many ski destinations afford you the opportunity to stay in an actual castle, but that is exactly what you get to experience when you stay at the historic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. In mid-December, I had the opportunity to stay at this lovely and luxurious hotel for a night and it did not disappoint. The hotel charms you from the moment you walk into the lobby. Each corner of the Castle in the Rockies was tastefully decorated with festive holiday decor, which really got me into the holiday spirit. Looking out the windows of my corner Deluxe King Room I had lovely views of the stunning castle exterior and surrounding mountains and hotel grounds. The bedroom and bathroom were clean and modern with accents of historic charm, and the bedding was absolutely heavenly. While you hardly need to leave this full service hotel, which offers guests multiple dining and shopping opportunities along with a full service spa, it is also conveniently located just a short distance away from downtown Banff making it simple to access all that Banff has to offer.

Banff/Lake Louise - Try both Fairmonts for a Best of Both Worlds Trip!

Banff/Lake Louise is one my favorite areas to ski in the world and one of the most beautiful places to ski in the world. When you combine it with a split stay between the 2 historic Fairmont Canadian Hotels in Banff and Lake Louise it is truly the best of both worlds! These Castle in the Rockies Hotels offer not only amazing locations and amenities in each of the resorts, they are also an incredible value in the winter because it is actually of the off season for this incredible area.  Because it is a beautiful summer resort as well - winter is actually their value season where you can stay at these amazing resort hotels for a quarter of the price you could in high season--plus you get to ski! In addition to skiing/boarding there are so many winter activities to enjoy at each resort!