Hotel & Lodging
Banff, Lake Louise
& Canmore
From ultra-luxurious to unbelievably cozy, the perfect room awaits you.
This place is where day and night compete for your love. The three ski resorts of Banff National Park can be accessed from three mountain communities: Banff, Lake Louise, and Canmore. Each location provides unique benefits and accommodation options to suit your vacation style.
Perhaps you prefer the grandeur of the Fairmont Banff Springs, styled after a Scottish Baronial Castle. The iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, set on a glistening emerald lake surrounded by soaring mountain peaks.
For those who like to be a little more independent, the local community of Canmore on the out-skirts of the National Park is beautifully tucked beneath the tower peaks of the Three Sisters. The perfectly situated Sunshine Mountain Lodge, Banff’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel. Or a true wilderness escape at secluded Emerald Lake Lodge.
Whatever your taste and budget, from secluded lodges to the many choices in Banff, Lake Louise, and Canmore, SkiBig3 has a memorable room with a view for you.
Staying in the town of Banff
Today, this vibrant resort town of 9000 residents welcomes over 4 million visitors annually. While skiing has long been central to Banff’s winter appeal, many other popular outdoor winter activities and experiences can be enjoyed, from dog-sledding to snowshoeing. Banff’s more than 130 bars, restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries will satisfy every palate, its nightlife rocks till the wee hours, and more than 50 accommodation options fit any style and budget (including, of course, the fairytale castle called the Fairmont Banff Springs). Culture also thrives here, with three local museums, eight contemporary art galleries and performances at the Banff Centre, a globally respected arts, cultural, and educational institution. And of course, you’ll want to soak it all up in those world-famous hot springs.
Staying in the village of Lake Louise
Welcome to the most iconic mountain community in the world! Just 40 minutes drive west of the town of Banff, the luxurious Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise overlooks this postcard pretty setting. Staying here or at nearby lodges in the village of Lake Louise gives you easy access to horse-drawn sleigh rides, dog sledding, cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing and, of course, The Lake Louise Ski Resort. Looking to unwind? Rejuvenate at the spa, read a book by a fireplace, or take a quiet walk in the stillness of the outdoors. In Lake Louise, you’ll find all the amenities needed: hotels, restaurants, bakeries, delis, grocery store, liquor depot, and outdoor sports equipment and apparel.
Staying in the town of Canmore
Canmore is the gateway to Banff National Park. Overlooked by the Rundle mountain range and the famous Three Sisters, this idilic mountain community provides easy access to both Banff National Park and Kananaskis Provincial Park. Home to the world-class Canmore Nordic Centre, this town offers a laid back mountain vibe for outdoor enthusiasts. With a thriving culinary scene, visitors can sample from a wide cross-section of restaurants, pubs, bakeries and cafes spotted throughout the town.
Visitors staying in Canmore can drive to the town of Banff and Mt Norquay with an easy 20 minute commute. Banff Sunshine is located 30 minutes west of Canmore, and Lake Louise is 60 minutes west.
