Fact Sheet

The Fairmont Banff Springs

Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, unparalleled skiing, classic cuisine and Willow Stream, a world class European-style spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness.

The Fairmont Banff Springs
P.O. Box 960
Banff, Alberta
Canada T1L 1J4
Telephone: (403) 762-2211 Fax: (403) 762-5755
Email: banffsprings@fairmont.com

Room Amenities

Common Amenities

All guest 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
• Mini-bar
• Telephone with voice-mail
• Windows that open for fresh mountain air

Amenities on Request

The following amenities may be available in selected guest rooms. Please indicate the request in your on-line reservation, or ask one of our reservation agents.

• Air Conditioning
• Bed board
• Connecting rooms
• Crib
• Rollaway
• Sofabed

Restaurants and Lounges

Waldhaus Restaurant

Our 1927 Bavarian cottage–style “house,” featuring authentic German and Swiss dishes.

Waldhaus Pub

Relaxed, cozy atmosphere, serving up pub fare and locally brewed beer.

The Banffshire Club

An exquisite epicurean experience—from savoury garlic soup to fresh arugula pasta with lobster to succulent meats from our Maplewood charcoal grill.

Bow Valley Grill

Three meals daily from a unique open kitchen, including breakfast overlooking the sunrise on the Fairholme Mountain Range.

Castello Ristorante

Exquisite Italian cuisine and atmosphere, with an extraordinary wine list.

Castle Pantry

Open 24 hours a day, with scrumptious salads, sandwiches, soups and meals to go.

Golf Course Clubhouse (seasonal)

The perfect place to tee your afternoon off with a great meal.

Grapes Wine Bar

Our wine bar and bistro, serving up fondues, pâtés, cheeses, salads and extraordinary Canadian wines 

Ramsay Lounge

The place to gather for ports, Scotches or cocktails.

Rundle Lounge

A fine selection of beer, Scotch, cognac, wine and classic cocktails, with afternoon tea service and an all-day dining menu.

Samurai Sushi Bar and Restaurant

A true taste of Japan, with the finest sushi and sashimi, and hot-pot dinners.

Willow Stream Spa & Health Club

Willow Stream Spa

Hours of Operation: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 

For first-class pampering surrounded by majestic mountain beauty, visit our 3,530-square-metre (38,000-square-foot) Willow Stream Spa. Reminiscent of the hot springs that beckoned travellers over 100 years ago, the pulsating waterfalls and the mineral pool in the heart of the spa rejuvenate tired muscles and soothe troubled spirits. 

The spa features:

• 23 treatment rooms
• Men’s/women’s locker areas and lounges
• Deluxe couples’ suite
• Men’s/women’s whirlpools, steam rooms, saunas and eucalyptus inhalation rooms
• Three waterfall-treatment whirlpools
• Indoor European therapeutic mineral pool
• Outdoor whirlpool
• Full -service hair salon and nail spa
• Co-ed lounge

Fitness & Aquatic Facility

Hours of Operation: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Indoor 32 m saltwater pool  
• Outdoor 20 m pool, open year round  
• Kid's wading pool  
• Indoor whirlpool  
• Change rooms  
• Fitness Center with:
  • Machine & Free weights
  • Elliptical Trainer
  • Stairclimbers
  • Stationary bikes
  • Treadmills
  • Aerobic studio and videos for use
  • Punching bag  

$16.00 per guest per day or $32.00 per guest for entire stay.

The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course

Renowned for its panoramic beauty, The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course is a captivating and challenging layout set in the heart of Canada's Rocky Mountains.  Stanley Thompson, Canada’s renowned golf course architect, laid out the original 18 holes in 1928 along the winding Bow River. In 1989, nine holes were added, resulting in 27 holes of championship layout that inspire everyone from first-time players to seasoned golfers. www.fairmontgolf.com/banffsprings

Business Services  

Business Centre:

Location: Data Group Document Services at the Conference Center.
Hours: Open Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Closed statutory holidays.  

High Speed Internet Access 

Guests of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will enjoy High Speed Internet connectivity in selected guest rooms as well as Ethernet network connected in meeting rooms and wireless Internet access in public areas such as lobbies and lounges.

Guest Services

Information and General Services  

• Babysitting
• Bell Staff
• Concierge
• Gift Shops
• Housekeeping
• Laundry Services
• Parking
• Pet Policy
• Ski Storage
• Wheelchair Accessibility

Transportation

Driving Directions

From Calgary International Airport

(about 1 hour 45 minutes):

• Take Barlow Trail South to 16th Avenue
• Go west (right) onto 16th Avenue
• 16th Avenue becomes Trans-Canada Highway 1, which takes you right to Banff
• You must stop at the National Park Gates to obtain your Park Pass
• 15 minutes passed the park gates exit at the Banff/Lake Minnewanka exit.
• At the stop sign turn left on Banff Ave.
• Follow Banff Ave to the end and over a bridge.
• After the bridge, turn left and stay in the left lane onto Spray Ave.
• This street will take you directly to the front doors of the hotel

Car Rental  

Arrangements can be made directly or through the hotel's Concierge. There is a Hertz Car Rental outlet located in The Fairmont Banff Springs.

• Tilden: downtown Banff - 1 (800) 387-4747
• Avis: downtown Banff - 1 (800) 879-2847

Parking

The hotel's parking is located beside the Convention Center. It is a three-level roofed parkade with 415 parking spaces:

• Self-parking: $25 CAD/night, with unlimited access
• Valet service is also available: $35 CAD/night, with unlimited access

Ski Shuttle

• To/from Norquay: $10.00 per person, return
• To/from Sunshine: $10.00 per person, return
• To/from Lake Louise: $18.00 per person, return

Please contact the Concierge for ski shuttle schedules, as they do vary throughout the ski season.