The Castle in the Rockies
Canada's Grand Railway Hotels
Canadian Pacific Railway built Banff Springs in 1888 as one of Canada's grand railway hotels. This series of hotels are rich icons of Canadian history and architecture, originally designed to serve as hubs for the passengers of the country's then expanding network of rails that stretched west towards the Pacific Ocean. Read more [...]
Staying in Canmore is the way to discover a more peaceful Rocky Mountain experience, away from the hustle and bustle of Banff (25 km to the west) and right in the midst of authentic wilderness, beneath the watchful eyes of the Three Sisters. Most of the people that choose to live there vibrate on a higher frequency and you'll feel the positivity when you visit. It's a town of Read more [...]
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is one of the most vaunted and respected five-star luxury hotels in Banff National Park, offering palatial accommodations and attentive service that does whatever it takes to make sure your Rocky Mountain vacation is perfect. Located right on the majestic Lake Louise with its turquoise waters offering therapeutic effects, the Chateau stands as a castle Read more [...]
Welcome to Banff Sunshine Mountain Lodge: the National Park's only ski-in/ski-out hotel, nestled right up in Sunshine Village at 7,200 feet above sea level. This eco-boutique hotel is unlike anything you've experienced, with opulent rooms and a thoughtful staff that offer personalized service and attention to detail. Ride the gondola up to the Lodge to be the first on the slopes Read more [...]
All About Banff Rimrock Resort
The Rimrock Resort Hotel is a beautiful four-and-a-half-star property in Banff National Park that radiates mountain luxury and elegance. Experience lavish décor and some of the most sweeping views of the mountains and the valley, with the resort located right on the cliffside, just outside of Banff. This award-winning resort is one of the nicest Read more [...]
Urbanspoon Banff is the place to go to help make your decision about where to eat. We all have our own favourite spots in Banff, but how does the online audience of foodies and critics compare? We've compiled the facts and figures of what the crowd says to help you know what you're getting yourself into. Banff has some excellent dining options, a restaurant for every taste and Read more [...]
Top 3 Pools and Hot Tubs in Banff Hotels
When you're on vacation in Banff the hotel matters; and if you have kids, the quality of the pool can sometimes be a make-or-break scenario. It's one of those common facts of life that children love to both splish and splash, though rarely enjoy taking a bath. Whether it's with foam noodles, beach-balls, or just seeing who can do the best Read more [...]
The sun is shining on Banff National Park as the snow continues to fall in abundance, creating optimal conditions for skiing and snowboarding. But just how good is it? Well, aside from booking a trip with Enjoy Banff and getting into the powder for yourself... we’ve compiled a body of research on snow conditions in the area, how this season compares, and what you can expect. Read more [...]
BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Canada’s oldest park and North America’s second oldest (after Yellowstone) was established in 1885, twelve years before Canada even became a country. The discovery of the hot springs in Banff sparked a conflict between commercial interests that Canada’s first Prime Minsiter, John A. MacDonald settled by making the springs a reserve, which then expanded. Read more [...]
While winter is an excellent time to visit Banff, with all the bountiful superb skiing and supreme snowy magic to be experienced, the summer is actually the High Season. Banff National Park really does blossom into an amazing place in the summertime, but hotels get booked up early - so now is the perfect time to start planning your Banff summer vacation. We've whipped up a taste Read more [...]
