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Banff Ski Resort Opening Dates

September 19, 2021 By admin

skier enjoying awesome snowIt’s September and snow has already started to appear on the higher peaks above the towns of Banff and Lake Louise, which means thoughts about skiing and snowboarding have started to enter the minds of snow sports lovers across the country. Probably the most common question for skiers and riders is:

“When do Sunshine Village, Lake Louise and Mount Norquay open for the 2020-2021 ski season?”

Well, if mother nature cooperates, we could be skiing in the Banff area in a little over a month!

Mount Norquay has a tentative opening date of October 30 2021.

Lake Louise Ski Resort has a tentative opening date of October 29 2021.

Sunshine Village has a tentative opening date of November 11 2021.

The reason of course that some of these opening days are ‘tentative’, is that the resorts need enough snow on the ground to operate. For this reason the dates are subject to change so be sure to confirm the actual opening day and the current conditions directly with the ski areas nearer the time if you are planning to head up the mountain on the first day of the season.

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Ski Packages at Banff Hotels

August 10, 2021 By admin

With the 2021-2022 ski season almost upon us, now is a great time to be thinking about visiting the mountains for a few days of skiing or snowboarding. A great way to take a ski vacation in Banff Alberta and save money is to take advantage of one of the many Banff ski deals on offer where the hotels offer a great value package including lodging and lift ticket. These Banff ski packages include Tri-Area lift tickets, which can be used at any of Banff’s 3 mountain resorts, namely Sunshine Village, Lake Louise, or Mount Norquay, and considering a day pass can cost up to $127 per person, the prices for the 2020/2021 ski and hotel packages are very reasonable indeed:

The packages below will be updated for the 2021/22 season as soon as new information is available.

Banff Lodging Company is offering specials at any of its Banff accommodations, including Caribou Lodge, Inns of Banff, Ptarmigan Inn, Moose Hotel & Suites, Tunnel Mountain Resort and Hidden Ridge Resort. The deal is based on a minimum 3 night stay and includes lodging plus discounted Tri-Area lift ticket with a 15% saving on the room rate. In addition, when skiing for 3 days or more you will receive a 2 for 1 voucher for ski rentals at Ultimate Ski & Ride, plus free passes for the Banff Upper Hot Springs.

The Banff Park Lodge has discounted prices for lift tickets for hotel guests throughout the winter. Simply purchase a lift ticket from the front desk the day before you want to ski and ride.

Banff’s most famous luxury hotel, the Fairmont Banff Springs is offering a ski & stay special which includes passes plus accommodations. The Luxury Ski the Canadian Rockies Package includes your overnight accommodation, 2 Tri-Area lift tickets per room per night, transportation to the mountain, daily breakfast (a la carte or buffet), self parking for one vehicle, plus a daily pass to the Willow Stream Spa. Rates for this special start at $659 per night and the offer is valid until the end of the ski season, subject to availability.

Canalta Lodge has 2 different Banff ski packages available this winter. Their midweek offer, valid Sunday-Thursday, starts at $325 per night and includes a one night stay plus 2 adult one day Ski Big 3 lift tickets and a free breakfast. Their weekend offer is the same but starts at the slightly higher rate of $365 per night. See their website for details.
Their sister hotel, the Voyager Inn is offering a similar package starting at $285 per night.

*The following deals from last winter will be updated in due course

Charlton’s Banff is offering a Ski the Big 3 Package which includes accommodation, Big 3 lift ticket for Lake Louise, Sunshine Village or Mount Norquay including shuttle, plus daily continental breakfast.

* The above Banff package rates are generally based on double occupancy and are subject to applicable taxes, subject to availability, subject to change without notice, and blackout dates may apply. For current information and for reservations, please contact the Banff hotels directly.
If you are coming to Banff for New Years Eve 2019, you may wish to view some special New Years hotel packages by clicking here.

Filed Under: Hotels & Resorts, Skiing

Thanksgiving Special Menus

July 27, 2021 By admin

turkey dinnerIf you are planning to spend 2021 thanksgiving weekend in Banff, you will no doubt be searching for a special meal to mark the occasion. While all Banff restaurants will be open for business as usual, you may find that the following special Thanksgiving menus will make your holiday weekend that bit more festive:

*The following menus from last year will be updated as soon as the 2021 details are released*

The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel will be serving a brunch buffet in the Vermillion Room from 11am to 3pm on Saturday October 12th and Thanksgiving Sunday October 13th, costing $54pp (kids 6-12yrs $27), which will include the usual wide selection of breakfast and lunch items.
Also at the Fairmont Banff Springs, a Thanksgiving dinner will be offered on Friday October 11th, Saturday October 12th, Sunday October 13th and Monday October 14th in the Vermillion Room for $65pp. The special menu will include traditional turkey plus all the trimmings, and the regular menu will also be available.

The Juniper Bistro has some of the best mountain views in Banff, so what better place to take in the snow covered Canadian Rockies while enjoying a hearty Thanksgiving feast? Celebrating local ingredients, their special 4 course menu starts with roasted carrot soup with creme fraiche, followed by kale & quinoa salad with cranberries, roasted squash & toasted walnuts. The main event is no less delicious with smoked duck fat confit turkey leg with truffle potato gratin, heirloom carrots, and blood orange and cranberry sauce. For dessert they will be serving salted pecan pie with bourbon vanilla gelato. This menu will be available October 11, 12, 13 & 14 and costs $39 + tax.

Crave Mountain Grill at the Banff Park Lodge will be serving a Thanksgiving brunch on Sunday October 13th 2019 from 10am to 2pm. The buffet will include the usual breakfast items and omelette station plus Thanksgiving specials such as roasted turkey with all the trimmings. You will also find a selection of delightful desserts! The cost is $35 for adults, and $18 for children 6-12 years. Be sure to bring a good appetite!
Crave Mountain Grill is also offering a plated turkey dinner on the evenings of Sunday October 13 and Monday October 14 from 5-8.30pm for $29.95, plus $9 for pumpkin pie dessert.

At the Rimrock Resort Hotel, a 4 course Turkey dinner is being served in the Primrose Dining Room on the evenings of October 12, 13 and 14. The delicious menu (pdf), costing $56pp includes oven roasted turkey with all the trimmings or pan seared salmon with beluga lentils. A special children’s menu is also available for $26pp.

Banff’s Irish Pub St. James Gate is featuring a Thanksgiving dinner on Sunday and Monday evenings. Turkey dinner costs $21, and for $25 you will also get a dessert of pumpkin pie included!

For a casual take on traditional fare, why not try Banff Ave Brewing Co’s Thanksgiving poutine, which combines turkey, cranberry sauce, peas and gravy with a plate of poutine. Add one of their excellent craft beers for the complete meal!

The Evergreen Restaurant at the Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge have put together a mouth-watering Thanksgiving menu, starting with soup or salad, followed by roast turkey with stuffing, gravy, and all the trimmings. This Thanksgiving special costs $46 per person and is available all weekend.

Melissa’s Restaurant is usually a local’s favorite for Thanksgiving dinner, however this Fall the restaurant is closed for renovations, so you’ll have to wait until 2020 for your next visit.

*The menus below from last year will be updated as soon as this year’s menus have been finalized*

The newly renovated Sleeping Buffalo Restaurant at Buffalo Mountain Lodge on Tunnel Mountain is hosting a 3 course dinner on the evening of October 7 costing $57 per person. The first course comprises sweet potato, corn, spinach & lentil chowder or spiced pear, spinach & radicchio salad with goat’s cheese. The entree will be a choice of free range roast turkey with pine nut, pancetta & sage stuffing, maple roasted yam mash, brussel sprouts and gravy, or boar loin chop & braised boar belly, mushroom ragout with double smoked bacon barley risotto. This tempting holiday special is rounded out with dark chocolate & pumpkin cheesecake or maple pecan apple tart with bourbon ice cream.

*The above prices do not include tax or tip.
Please contact the above restaurants directly to book your table.
To avoid disappointment, early reservations are recommended for Thanksgiving events at all Banff restaurants.

Filed Under: Wining & Dining

Christmas Packages at Hotels in Banff

June 18, 2021 By admin

christmas in banffChristmas in Banff is a truly magical experience for many reasons; the snow covered Canadian Rockies, warm hospitality, world class skiing, and a great selection of winter activities make Banff the perfect destination for your 2021 Christmas vacation. Although Christmas is much quieter than New Years in Banff, it is still advisable to book your hotel accommodation early.

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Hotels in Banff know how to celebrate Christmas in style and although many Banff hotels do not offer specific Christmas packages, they are certainly open for business right through the Christmas period, with no shortage of festive dining and celebrations throughout the town.
To check availability and compare rates at several Banff hotels for the Christmas period, click here.

If you are looking for special Xmas packages offered by Banff accommodations, you may be interested in the following options, which will be updated for 2021 in the Fall:

Christmas at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

It is difficult to imagine a more idyllic setting than the Banff Springs Hotel to celebrate the Christmas of your dreams with your family or loved ones. As soon as you arrive at the ‘Castle in the Rockies’ during the holiday period and see the enormous and lavishly decorated Christmas trees and hear the festive music you know you’re in for a truly memorable experience. Throughout the holiday period there is a whole host of fun and festive activities taking place at the hotel – in fact there is so much going on, they produce a special Xmas guide booklet to help you keep up with all the fun!
To check room only rates and availability at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel click here.

The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel offers two Christmas packages for 2019:
Couples just looking for a room at a favourable rate should consider the Couples Holiday Getaway Package, which is basically a ‘stay 2 nights and get the 3rd night free’ deal. The package is based on double occupancy in a Fairmont Room for a minimum 3 night stay from December 20 2019 to January 1 2020, with rates starting at $325.
For families or couples who are looking for luxury accommodation with holiday ‘extras’ included, the Christmas at the Castle Package may be just the ticket. This package includes accommodation in a Fairmont Room, self parking, a decorated Christmas tree in your room, plus a whole host of festivities taking place over the holiday period. The package is valid from Dec 16 2019 to Jan 3 2020, with rates starting at $539 per night based on double occupancy in a Fairmont Room.

Once you have booked your room, you can look forward to taking part in Christmas activities such as the gingerbread house workshop, the great Santa send-off, Santa’s workshop, cookie decorating, curling, Christmas carols, ice skating, wilderness walks, teen games room and much much more.
For Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining, there are a variety of options including:

Holiday Brunch at The Vermillion Room – Dec 21 & 22
A Christmas themed brunch buffet with festive flair in The Vermillion Room, the hotel’s newest brasserie style restaurant.
11am-3pm, Cost $75 adults, $35 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

Cascade Family Christmas Eve Buffet – Dec 24
Decadent Christmas Eve dinner buffet in the Cascade Ballroom.
5.00-9.30pm, Cost $89 adults, $55 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

Christmas Day Brunch – Dec 25
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Christmas Day brunch in the Riverview Lounge, Alberta Room & Cascade Ballroom – sure to impress!
10.00am-1.30pm, Cost $110 adults, $55 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

Vermillion Room Christmas Dinner Buffet – Dec 25
The Banff Springs signature Christmas dinner buffet in the Vermillon Room with local and international holiday specialties.
5-10pm, Cost $110 adults, $55 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

Riverview Family Christmas Buffet – Dec 25
Family themed Xmas feast in the Riverview Lounge. A stunning setting for a very special evening with your loved ones.
5.30-8.30pm, Cost $125 adults, $60 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

Boxing Day Brunch – Dec 26
Continue the festivities on Boxing Day with a gourmet brunch buffet in The Vermillion Room.
11am-3pm, Cost $75 adults, $38 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

Christmas Afternoon Tea – Dec 24, 25 & 26
Traditional Afternoon Tea with a festive theme on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or Boxing Day in the Rundle Lounge with some of the best views in the Canadian Rockies.
11am-5pm, Cost $65 adults, $35 kids 6-12 yrs, 5 and under free

For full information about Christmas activities and Christmas & Boxing Day dining at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, be sure to view the official Christmas at the Castle Guide which you will receive on check-in.

Banff Park Lodge

Crave Mountain Grill will be presenting a traditional feast on the evening of December 25th with their Festive Christmas Dinner Buffet. You find roast turkey on the menu with all the trimmings, a carving station with Alberta striploin of beef and house made porchetta, maple soy cedar plank salmon filet, pan seared gnocchi with grilled vegetable ratatouille, roasted butternut squash soup, winter harvest vegetables, salads, charcuterie & seafood appetizers and festive desserts including a Crepe Suzette station with Grand Marnier flambéed oranges & ice cream, and a chocolate fountain. The price for adults is $75, with children 6-12yrs costing $45.
La Terrazza, an Italian restaurant at the Banff Park Lodge, will be offering a plated 5 course Christmas menu on the evening of December 25 with a choice of entrees including free range roasted turkey breast & confit turkey thigh with garlic whipped potato, OR seared organic B.C. king salmon & crispy pacific rock crab cake drenched in Prosecco tarragon cream sauce with rice pilaf, OR slow roasted AAA Alberta beef striploin medallions drizzled in horseradish Valpolicella jus with garlic whipped potato, OR grilled vegetables & mozzarella rolled in sheets of fresh pasta baked with fire roasted tomato basil sauce. Combined with an equally delicious roasted sweet potato soup, festive salad appetizer, cranberry lime granite palate cleanser and a choice of two decadent desserts, this special costs $84 per person.
To check room rates at the Banff Park Lodge click here.

Rimrock Resort Hotel

The Rimrock Resort Hotel has lots of fun activities taking place over the Holidays, such as children’s crafts, ice skating with hot chocolate, a Christmas Eve celebration, campfire singalong, a visit from Santa on the morning of December 25th, and a selection of venues to enjoy Xmas dinner.
To check rates for the 2019 Holiday Season click here.

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is offering a Christmas Package which includes one night’s accommodation on December 25th, gourmet Christmas dinner, plus a buffet breakfast on Boxing Day, December 26th.

**The above hotel rates are subject to applicable taxes, subject to availability, subject to change without notice, and generally based on double occupancy. To confirm details and availability for all hotel packages and Christmas dining, please use the links provided.
If you are going to be in Banff for New Year’s Eve, you may also be interested in seeing some Banff New Year hotel packages.

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Accommodations in Banff with Kitchens

May 3, 2021 By admin

banff rocky mountain resortWhether you are travelling with your family or you simply like the taste of your own cooking, staying in a hotel, condo or suite with kitchen facilities can be a convenient and cost effective way to visit Banff. With two large grocery stores and a fantastic bakery in town, it is easy to be self sustaining and the following list of Banff hotels with kitchens gives you a wide selection of self catering accommodation to choose from:

Popular with families due to its waterslide, Douglas Fir Resort & Chalets offers a range of Banff accommodations with kitchens for various group sizes in a peaceful location on Tunnel Mountain. Each unit has a full kitchen with a cook-top, oven, fridge, microwave, pots, pans and utensils.

Surrounded by magnificent mountain views on the edge of the town of Banff, Banff Rocky Mountain Resort offers Banff lodging with cooking facilities. Their studio suites, one bedroom condos, two bedroom condos and loft suites each boast a kitchen with a stovetop, microwave and dishwasher, as well as pots, pans and utensils.

Charlton’s Cedar Court is a Banff hotel with a convenient location close to downtown. Their Kitchenette Suites offer two sleeping areas plus a kitchenette featuring a four burner stove top, microwave, mini-fridge, dishes, and cooking utensils.

With a quiet location on Tunnel Mountain, Hidden Ridge Resort offers a range of modern condo style accommodation in Banff, with one or two bedroom condos as well as some jacuzzi suites. Each unit offers a full kitchen including a stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, as well as stylish granite countertops.

Also located on Tunnel Mountain, Tunnel Mountain Resort offers cabins, chalets or suites for 2, 4, or 6 people. Their loft chalets, mountain cabins, one bedroom suites and loft suites each offer kitchen amenities which include a stove top, oven, dishwasher, microwave oven, full size refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, pots, pans and utensils. If you do not require a full kitchen, their executive suite offers just a microwave, mini-fridge and coffee maker.

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Hotels in Banff with Pools

April 12, 2021 By admin

pool at the fairmont banff springs hotelAfter a day in Banff National Park, what better way to unwind than a soak or a swim in your hotel pool, or if you are a family with kids, some of the indoor or outdoor pools can be a destination in their own right. Most hotels in Banff have some sort of hot tub or whirlpool, but several Banff accommodations offer a lot more than that, with some hotels offering swimming pools and others having larger hot pools with unique designs or in special locations. Below you will find a comprehensive list of hotels in Banff with pools that we regard to be a level above the average hot tub.

The Douglas Fir Resort & Chalets has one of the most popular swimming pools for families with 2 indoor waterslides plus whirlpools. This facility is free to hotel guests, and costs $12 for general admission.

As part of its impressive sports facilities the Banff Rocky Mountain Resort has a 15 metre indoor pool as well as an indoor and outdoor hot tub.

Guests at Best Western Siding 29 Lodge can do laps in the indoor swimming pool, or just relax in the hot tub.

Not surprisingly, the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel has an excellent selection of pools, with a 20 metre outdoor heated pool (open year round), a 32 metre indoor pool, as well as a shallow indoor pool for small kids plus an indoor jetted hot tub. These pools in the Aquatic Centre are free of charge to hotel guests, while the mineral pool with waterfalls in the Willow Stream Spa as well an indoor and outdoor hot tub are available for an additional charge (currently $69 per day for hotel guests).

The Banff Park Lodge has an indoor heated swimming pool as well as a large Jacuzzi. Guests of the nearby Homestead Inn can also make use of these facilities.

The Banff High Country Inn offers an indoor heated pool plus hot tubs which guests at their sister property the Red Carpet Inn can also enjoy.

Guests at the Inns of Banff can enjoy a relaxing soak in the indoor pool after a day of skiing or hiking in the mountains.

The Rundlestone Lodge can offer its guests a 45 foot indoor lap pool plus a large whirlpool.

The Voyager Inn has a large outdoor heated pool which is open year-round, plus an indoor jacuzzi.

A unique hot pool can be found at the Fox Hotel & Suites, whose grotto-like appearance resembles the historic pools at the Cave & Basin.

The Grotto Spa mineral pool plus a whirlpool can be found at the Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge.

At the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa you’ll find a large 26 person jetted hot pool which is part of their Red Earth Spa facility, but is free for all hotel guests to use.

The Rimrock Resort Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool as well as a whirlpool as part of their spa & leisure facilities.

The indoor pool, hot plunge pool, and hot tub at the Banff Park Lodge can be used by guests of sister hotel, the Bow View Lodge.

Guests at the Hidden Ridge Resort can enjoy magnificent mountain views from the two outdoor hot pools perched on a ridge looking west down the Bow Valley.

And finally, Tunnel Mountain Resort has an indoor heated pool and 2 indoor whirlpools for its guests to enjoy.

If you don’t stay at a Banff hotel with a pool, you can always make use of one the public pools in Banff Alberta, namely the 25 metre swimming pool at the Sally Borden Fitness & Recreation Centre (public swim price $5.50 adults, $3.50 5-15 yrs), or the pool with waterslides at the Douglas Fir Resort & Chalets ($12).

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Get Away From It All

April 9, 2021 By admin

There is no doubt that all Banff hotels can offer a welcome change from city living, but if you really want to escape there are some fantastic resorts and chalets hidden away in their own quiet corner of Banff National Park. Each of the following properties has a unique location and charm, and they all offer a way to bring you closer to nature while providing the perfect base for discovering the rest of the Banff and Lake Louise area.

Johnston Canyon Resort is located west of Banff on Highway 1A, between Banff and Castle Junction, and offers cabins and chalets of various sizes. The resort has an idyllic location at the end of a picturesque canyon, which guests can walk up on a series of interpretive trails and bridges that take you past amazing waterfalls and geological formations.

Baker Creek Mountain Resort is a charming property located on Highway 1A, approx 15 minutes east of Lake Louise. Choose between 3 types of Lodge Suite or 3 sizes of chalet, each with kitchen or kitchenette. The locally sourced water is magical both for bathing and drinking, and the Baker Creek Bistro provides a fantastic dining experience.

Castle Mountain Chalets are located roughly half way between Banff and Lake Louise on Highway 1A not far from Castle Junction. The accommodation is in the form of log cabins or chalets of varying sizes, each with a kitchen or kitchenette.

Storm Mountain Lodge is found on Highway 93 south of Castle Junction, around 25 mins from Banff. Accommodation is in log cabins which are well appointed and charming, with the type of rustic feel only attainable in such a historic location. The fine dining restaurant is excellent and is well regarded throughout the area.

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Ski In Ski Out Accommodations in Banff

November 15, 2020 By admin

ski in ski out lodging, sunshine mountain lodge
One of the best ways to maximize your time on a ski trip is to stay in accommodation as close as possible to the slopes. Ski in ski out hotels are as good as it gets in terms of convenience and proximity to the ski lifts, which is why they are so popular throughout the Alps and in many of North America’s most popular ski resorts. In the Banff area there is only one ski in ski out hotel, namely Sunshine Mountain Lodge. In fact no other hotel is within walking distance of the ski lifts, making this property the only one in Banff National Park that does not require driving your own vehicle or hopping on a ski bus to take you to the slopes.
Located at the top of the gondola at Sunshine Village, one of Banff National Park’s three ski resorts, guests of Sunshine Mountain Lodge can clip into their skis or snowboards right outside the Lodge entrance and within seconds glide to the Standish, Strawberry, Angel or Wawa chairlifts without worrying about road conditions, parking, or lift lines at the base of the gondola. If part of the family wants to be on the first lift, while others enjoy a more leisurely start to the day, no problem, just swing by the Lodge and pick up the late starters whenever they’ve finished their morning latte and pastry at the Java Lift Coffee Bar! Likewise at the end of the day, for some apres ski may start earlier than for others – easy – just head to the historic and characterful Mad Trappers Smokehouse at whatever time suits and sip on a hot chocolate or something stronger while waiting for the die-hards to finish their last run. Is the afternoon a bit warmer than you expected? Just ski back to the hotel and peel off some layers in the privacy of your own room. Powder Day? What could be better then getting straight out for fresh tracks while others are still brushing snow off their cars? You get the picture… the convenience of lodging on mountain is hard to beat!

Accommodations at Sunshine Mountain Lodge

sunshine mountain lodge at nightThere are several room options at Sunshine Mountain Lodge; guests looking for the ultimate in luxury ski in ski out Banff hotel rooms will appreciate the West Wing Loft Rooms which feature huge windows with spectacular views of the slopes and ski lifts of Lookout Mountain, as well as in floor heating and 42 inch flat screen HD TVs. The main floor has 2 queen size beds plus a bathroom with jetted tub, while the loft features a king bed with its own private bathroom. The West Wing Premiere Rooms are similar but without the loft, so are suitable for smaller groups.
The Main lodge Suites are also blessed with beautiful mountain views and offer a king bed plus a double sofa bed, with space to unwind. There are two types of smaller Deluxe View Rooms, one with open mountain views plus a slope-side balcony and the other to the rear of the Lodge with closer views of the Waterfall Run. Each of these rooms features a queen size bed and a single ‘trundle’ bed.

Dining Options

Just because you are staying on-mountain above 2000m in altitude, doesn’t mean that you have to compromise on your food choices. On the contrary, there are multiple choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and any snacks or treats you need in between!
The Chimney Corner, located in Sunshine Mountain Lodge, is a casual family restaurant with fireplace seating and fantastic slopeside views, and an outdoor terrace for the warmer spring days. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this is an excellent spot to refuel at any time of day.
For a more casual breakfast, panini for lunch, or a hot chocolate and a treat at any time of day, Java Lift Coffee Bar fits the bill nicely, located just off the Lodge’s main entrance.
Eagle’s Nest is Sunshine Mountain Lodge’s upscale restaurant, and is open for dinner only, while Mad Trapper’s Smokehouse is located just a few steps outside of the Lodge and has a pub-style atmosphere where you can enjoy lunch and apres ski in the historic Old Sunshine Lodge. Perfect for a ‘night out’!
During the day, at the neighbouring Lookout Lodge there are further dining options including The Alpine Grill self-serve cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch, and the Sunshine Burger Company and Lookout Kitchen & Bar each open for lunch.

Lodge Amenities & Activities

outdoor pool at sunshine mountain lodge As a guest of this on-mountain Banff hotel, you can be on your skis or board one minute, and then unwinding in their outdoor hot pool or dry sauna the next. For the next level of relaxation, why not try a massage or treatment at Verde Day Spa?
If a day of skiing isn’t taxing enough, you could always workout in the gym, or spend your time more leisurely with the video games and pool table in the activity room.
For outdoor fun, snowshoeing and tobogganing are available at Sunshine Village on select days after the lifts close, and on Friday nights you can take a shuttle bus into Banff and come back to the Lodge on the last gondola at 10pm.

Sunshine Mountain Lodge offers more than just ski in ski out accommodation. This property gives guests a truly unique opportunity to spend the night in a stunning mountainside location surrounded by the winter wonderland of the Canadian Rockies.
For more information, visit www.sunshinemountainlodge.com.

Filed Under: Hotels & Resorts, Skiing

New Year Hotel Packages in Banff

December 30, 2019 By admin

new years eve 2019 banffBanff is a superb destination for celebrating New Years, where sophisticated New Year’s Eve parties, mouth watering New Year menus, and fun family activities, all combine to make 2019/20 New Years in Banff Alberta very difficult to beat.

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For hotels in Banff, New Years is a much busier time than Christmas in Banff and early reservations are strongly recommended. Although many Banff accommodations do not offer specific packages for New Years, you can be sure that they are all open for business, and those with restaurants will generally have special dinners or festive menus available.
*Note that at this busy time you will generally find better availability for a 2 night stay or longer.
To check availability and rates at Banff hotels for New Years or other dates, click here.

NYE Party in Downtown Banff

To mark the start of 2020 there will be an outdoor family friendly party in downtown Banff between Caribou Street and Elk Street from 7pm to midnight on Dec 31 featuring an ice skating party, fire show, Indigenous stories and dance, live music, fat bike course, hot chocolate, and marshmallow roasting. The party will culminate with a countdown to 2020 and a Pyrotechnic Show at the Banff High School Field.

Alternatively, if you are looking for a special New Years hotel package or festive menu, we have featured some interesting options below.

New Years at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

For years the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel has been renowned for hosting the biggest New Year’s Eve party in Banff, and December 31st 2019 will be no different. If you are thinking of visiting the Banff Springs for New Years, you should take a look at what they have planned for their New Years Gala, and indeed throughout the holiday period there is a whole host of exciting festive activities and events taking place at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, as well as several ways to spend New Years Eve itself:

New Year’s Gala – Dec 31 2019
This is Banff’s big New Years celebration – in the Van Horne Ballroom a wonderful 4 course dinner is served including wine service and a host bar, with live band, Barry Shaw and The Fairmont Banff Springs Orchestra, playing in the background. Following dinner the music becomes livelier and dancing begins for a fully fledged New Year’s Eve party until 1am, with a midnight snack buffet included. Children aged 3-12 yrs are invited to attend the New Year’s Kids Party.
6pm-1am
Cost for the whole evening $350 adults, $190 teenagers (13-17 yrs), $185 children (12 yrs and under)
Cost for dance only $185 adults, $105 teenagers (13-17 yrs)
Cost for kids party only $95 – 6pm-12.30am (3-12 yrs)

New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet at the Vermillion Room – Dec 31
A worthy feast to celebrate the last day of the year featuring local cuisine.
5-10pm in the Vermillion Room
Adults $105, Children 6-12 yrs $48

New Year’s Day Brunch – Jan 1 2020
What better way to start off 2020 than to enjoy the New Year’s day brunch buffet in the Vermillion Room? A veritable feast and, for many, a New Years institution.
11am-3pm, Adults $75, Children 6-12 yrs $38

To check room rates and availability at the Banff Springs Hotel for the holiday period click here.
For further details of all the festive activities and dining events taking place over New Years, take at look at the Banff Springs Hotel’s Christmas at the Castle Guide which you will receive when you check in.

Rimrock Resort Hotel

The Rimrock Hotel has several dining options for New Year’s Eve, including a 7 course gourmet dinner in the 5 Diamond Eden Restaurant, a five course New Years Eve menu in the Primrose Dining Room, and a family friendly Alice in Wonderland Gala including buffet dinner plus fabulous music from Duelling Pianos, sure to get you in the party spirit.

Banff Park Lodge

The Banff Park Lodge has a tradition of celebrating the Holiday Season in style, and the last day of the year will be no different:

New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet – Dec 31 2019
Your last meal of 2019, so make it a good one! Gourmet buffet in Crave Mountain Grill which the whole family will enjoy, including salads, smoked salmon, seafood platter, jumbo shrimp, charcuterie, assorted Canadian cheeses, grilled pork tenderloin medallions with wild mushroom sauce, seared chicken breast supreme filled with prosciutto & goats cheese, pan seared gnocchi with grilled vegetable ratatouille, carving station with Alberta prime rib and roast veal shoulder, plus a flambé dessert station and a chocolate fountain!
6pm-9.30pm, Adults $75, Children 6-12 yrs $45

*The above rates are subject to applicable taxes, subject to availability, subject to change without notice, and hotel room rates are generally based on double occupancy. For current information, please contact the Banff accommodations directly using the links provided.
If you are spending Xmas in Banff, you may be interested in reading our article about accommodation packages in Banff at Christmas.
If you are looking at various options in the Rockies for New Years, you may also wish to consider New Year’s Eve in Lake Louise.
If you cannot find a vacancy at a hotel in Banff for December 31, you may wish to consider spending New Year’s Eve in Canmore, just 20 minutes drive east of Banff, where room availability can often be better.

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Banff Film Festival Hotel Deals

September 27, 2019 By admin

If you are coming to the 2019 Banff Mountain Festival and are planning to book a hotel in Banff, you could save money by taking advantage of one of the special Film Festival rates offered by several Banff hotels:

For absolute convenience and the shortest possible walk from your hotel room to Festival events, you can’t beat staying at the Banff Centre itself. Their newly renovated rooms are being offered at the Mountain Festival rate from $146 per night which includes access to the impressive fitness and recreation facilites, including climbing gym.

On your visit to the Mountain Film & Book Festival, why not stay in the heart of downtown Banff at the Mount Royal Hotel, with its contemporary mountain inspired design. Midweek rates start at $139 per night for stays from October 26th to November 4th 2019 and breakfast is included.

A rate of $99 midweek and $129 at weekends can be found at Brewster’s Mountain Lodge. The special rate includes a continental breakfast and is valid from October 14 to November 30 2019, using Promo Code: FILM.

Douglas Fir Resort & Chalets is offering festival guests a discount of 15% off selected rooms for stays from October 25 to November 3. Use Promo Code FFB19.

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is offering 15% off the regular rate for Sunday-Thursday stays throughout the 2019 film festival.

At the world famous Fairmont Banff Springs Albertans can treat themselves to a luxury hotel experience by taking advantage of the special Alberta Residents Rate. Valid during the festival, this locals’ special gets you a discount of up to 30% off the best available rate.

Located close to the river in downtown Banff, the Banff Park Lodge is offering 15% off the best available rate, subject to availability, from October 25 to November 3. Use Promo Code: BMFF2019.

Charltons Banff is featuring a special rate of $134 per night from Sun-Thurs and $154 per night for Fri & Sat, which includes a continental breakfast, free parking and WiFi. Valid Oct 25 to Nov 3. Use Promo Code: FILM.

Banff Lodging Company properties the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa, Fox Hotel & Suites and the Moose Hotel & Suites are offering a 20% discount to festival goers using the Promo Code: MTNFILMFEST.

* The above rates are generally based on double or single occupancy and are subject to applicable taxes, subject to availability, and subject to change without notice. For current information and for reservations, please contact the Banff hotels directly.

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