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 & Lounges
Bow Valley Grill
When you dine at the Bow Valley Grill, you'll savor the finest and freshest seasonal cuisine, while overlooking the Fairholme Mountain Range. The unique 50-ft. open kitchen provides an opportunity for you to interact with our talented chefs while your meals are being prepared.
The Bow Valley Grill offers a relaxing atmosphere that celebrates the spirit of the outdoors, with handcrafted mountain animal sculptures and tables constructed by local Alberta artisans, featuring the region's flora and fauna.
Banffshire Club
Join us for a remarkable evening in our intimate and exclusive Banffshire Club. This elegant and luxurious haven offers contemporary North American cuisine featuring the freshest ingredients prepared in a most innovative fashion.
A fine selection of single malt scotches combined with one of the most extensive wine cellars in Canada will complement your menu selection and enhance the evening. At the Banffshire Club you will be charmed by the atmosphere, while enchanting strains of the harp create an air of Scottish welcome. High-back chairs and antique reproduction tables of the Stuart period, set with fine linens, delicate bone china and crystal invite you to dine like royalty.
Castello Ristorante
'Italian Courtyard in the Castle'. Savor the delicious flavors of Italy when you join us for dinner at Castello Ristorante. It will be a feast for the senses offering true Italian ambiance and fine Italian cuisine.
Experience a very special evening of exquisite Italian fare including: antipasti bar, bruschetta, spinach salad, veal cutlets, , pasta, rack of lamb, pesto-crusted swordfish, osso bucco and more.
Health Club & Spa
Hours of Operation:
Spa Facility:
35,000 sq, feet
Spa facility amenities include:
- Men's/Ladies Spa locker areas
- Men's/Ladies Lounges
- Co-ed lounge
- Spa attire (robe & slippers)
- Spa amenities
- Men's/Ladies whirlpools
- Men's/Ladies saunas
- Men's/Ladies steam rooms
- Three waterfall treatments whirlpools
- Indoor Hungarian mineral pool
- Outdoor whirlpool
- Spa terraces
Health Club
Hours of Operation:
- Open seven days a week: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Spa Facility:
- 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
Hours of Operation:
$10.00 per guest per day, or$20.00 per guest for entire stay
Business Services
The Business Center
Location: Relizon 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: $22 CAD/night, with unlimited access
- Valet service is also available: $29 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.