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Fairmont Banff Springs: The Castle of the Canadian Rockies Since 1888

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In brief
  • Opened in 1888 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, the Fairmont Banff Springs features 757 rooms and suites in the heart of Banff National Park.
  • The property offers 13 dining options, including the Vermillion Room led by Michelin-starred chef Mark McEwan.
  • The 4,000 m² Willow Stream Spa is globally recognized, featuring mineral pools and treatments inspired by alpine plants.
  • The 27-hole golf course designed by Stanley Thompson is ranked among the world’s most beautiful, operating from May to October.

In the heart of Banff National Park, Alberta, its castle silhouette, inspired by Scottish fortresses, dominates the Bow River Valley: the Fairmont Banff Springs, opened in 1888 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, is one of North America’s most iconic luxury hotels. With 757 rooms and suites · an XXL alpine palace where generations of royalty, celebrities, and Rockies enthusiasts have crossed paths.

13 Restaurants and Bars

With 13 dining options, Banff Springs offers a menu encompassing international and regional Canadian cuisines. Highlights include 1888 Chop House for premium Rockies meats, Rundle Bar for evenings (and its famous Canadian Caesar cocktail), Castello Italian Restaurant, Stock Food & Drink brasserie, and the Vermillion Room, a French brasserie led by Michelin-starred chef Mark McEwan.

Willow Stream Spa, 4,000 m²

The Banff Springs spa is one of the most impressive in the world, featuring four mineral pools (indoor and outdoor), hydrotherapy baths with mountain views, a sauna, a hammam, and a comprehensive menu of treatments inspired by alpine plants. It is often ranked among the top 5 worldwide.

Banff Springs Golf Course, 27 Holes

The 27-hole Banff Springs golf course, designed by Stanley Thompson, is regularly ranked among the most beautiful in the world, with riverside fairways, views of Mount Rundle, and wildlife traversing the greens. Open from May to October.

Practical Information

  • Address : 405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Canada
  • Capacity : 757 rooms & suites
  • Distinction : ‘The Castle of the Rockies’ since 1888
  • Spa : Willow Stream, 4,000 m²
  • Golf : 27-hole Stanley Thompson
  • Official Website : fairmont.com/banff-springs
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