The Fairmont Winnipeg

Embrace the spirit of the city, with its wide open spaces, blue skies and stunning cityscapes. In the vibrant heart of downtown Winnipeg -- at the corner of Portage and Main -- The Fairmont Winnipeg extends the naturally warm reception of the Prairies.

Step into our inviting lobby and instantly be charmed by the exemplary service and discerning surroundings. Step outside our doors and the city is at your feet: world-class ballet, the symphony, historical sites, eclectic boutiques and exceptional sporting venues.

The Fairmont Winnipeg
Two Lombard Place
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada R3B 0Y3
Telephone: (204) 957-1350 Fax: (204) 956-1791
Email: winnipeg@fairmont.com

Room Amenities

Common Amenities
All guest rooms at The Fairmont Winnipeg offer the following amenities:

• Air-conditioning with individual climate control
• Alarm clock-radio
• Bathrobe
• Cable television with in-room pay movies and video games
• Coffee maker with complimentary premium coffee and teas
• Desk
• Hair dryer
• High Speed Internet Access
• Iron and ironing board
• Mini-bar
• Telephone (three total) with voice-mail

• Bed board
• Computer data port
• Connecting rooms
• Crib
• Mini-refrigerator
• Rollaway
• VCR (extra $25.00/day)
• Windows that open to the outside

Restaurants & Lounges

The Velvet Glove

Enjoy fine dining in the province’s only CAA/AAA Four Diamond restaurant, the Velvet Glove. Celebrated as The Only Place to Be for over 30 years, the Velvet Glove has received numerous accolades. Among them, The Velvet Glove was voted by En Route Magazine as one of the top 100 restaurants to visit in Canada and most recently selected by Where to Eat in Canada, 2005, as one of Canada’s top 125 restaurants. The “Glove” has also earned the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for its extensive selection of VQA and international wines.

The Velvet Glove is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Restauraunt Chef Luc Jean ensures the menu is always exciting and reflects seasonal changes, but always includes authentic and unique Manitoba ingredients.

Hours of Operation:

The Lounge at The Fairmont

The Lounge at The Fairmont offers travelers and guests the comfort of a traditional lounge with a wide selection of wines, spirits and cocktails. The Lounge also features Winnipeg’s largest selection of Single Malt Scotches and Vodkas from around the world. It's a great place to meet and relax, close a deal or just to see and be seen.

The Lounge at The Fairmont is open for lunch, dinner and late night snacks.

Hours of Operation:

Open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m

Health Club & Spa

Health Club

Hours of Operation:

• Open seven days a week: 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Enjoy a stunning view of The Forks and the famous corner of Portage and Main while you work out on our 21st floor. Take a dip in the pool or slide into the jacuzzi tub and finish your day with a quick sauna.

Massage Service
Start or finish your day with a professionally administered massage. Available by appointment only, this services is a must for the busy traveler.

Business Services

Work Center

The Work Center offers complete work stations with computers, high-speed Internet access and Windows XP, access to laptop ports, printers, fax machines and stationery supplies. A boardroom table is also in place for impromptu meetings.

Location: Lobby
Hours of Operation: Available 24 hours a day

Rest easy knowing your conference has been organized at The Fairmont Winnipeg. Over 20,000 sq. ft. of diverse meeting and banquet space and, state-of-the-art business facilities create the foundation for the perfect event for groups of up to 1,000. Our expert staff is waiting to assist you in coordinating the elements together to ensure a successful, enjoyable meeting or event.

High-Speed Internet Access

Guests of The Fairmont Winnipeg will enjoy High Speed Internet connectivity in all guest rooms, as well as, Ethernet network connection in meeting rooms and wireless Internet access in public areas such as the lobby and lounge.

Guest Services

Information and General Services

• Babysitting
• Bell Staff
• Concierge (on Fairmont Gold)
• Elevators
• Housekeeping
• Laundry Services
• Parking
• Pet Policy
• Safety Deposit Boxes
• Wheelchair Accessibility

Transportation

Train

VIA Rail train station is located at 123 Main Street, about a five minute drive from the hotel. For more information, please call Via Rail at 1(800) 561-8630 or visit the Via Rail website

Driving Directions From the Winnipeg International Airport:

• Exit the airport onto Wellington Avenue
• Proceed to Route 90 South
  (King Edward)
• Turn right on Route 90 South
  (King Edward)
• Pass 5 traffic lights and move into the right hand lane
• A sign indicates a right hand exit to Portage Avenue. Take the exit and continue heading south—only several hundred metres
• Turn left (east) on to Portage Avenue
• Continue east on Portage, through downtown
• Cross the Portage and Main intersection; the hotel is on the left hand side.

Car rental

Car rentals companies located at the Winnipeg Airport.

• Avis: +1 (800) 879-2847
• Budget:+1 (800) 268-8900
• Enterprise: +1 (800) 367-2277
• Hertz: +1 (800) 263-0600
• National: +1 (800) 227-7368
• Tilden: +1 (800) 387-4747
• Thrifty: +1 (800) 367-2277

Limousine

Arrangements for a limousine can be made at the hotel front desk.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available in front of the hotel.

Parking

The hotel's parking is accommodated via The Lombard Parkade, connected directly to the hotel by elevator.

• Valet parking: $20.00 plus tax, includes unlimited access.
• Self-parking: $15.00 plus tax, includes unlimited access.
• Hourly parking:
  $1.25 for the first ½ hour
  $1.25 for the second ½ hour
  $2.50 for every additional hour
  

Metered parking on surrounding streets is also available.

Please note that parking fees may change.