Fairmont Banff Springs – A Favorite for Families in Banff
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Fairmont Banff Springs offers rooms with views of Bow Valley, Spray Valley, or Tunnel Mountain. Suites include air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, and a seating area. Some rooms provide access to the Fairmont Gold Lounge, with deluxe continental breakfast. Family-friendly options include quadruple and triple rooms with extra beds or cribs on request. Bathrooms feature showers, hairdryers, and free toiletries.
Dining Options
The hotel features Banff National Park's top dining spots, using ingredients from local farmers and artisans. Chefs prepare dishes that reflect the region's flavors. Options range from casual meals to fine dining, with menus highlighting seasonal and locally sourced produce.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can golf on the 18-hole Stanley Thompson course or the 9-hole Tunnel Mountain course. Willow Stream Spa has three waterfall whirlpools, indoor and outdoor pools, and 23 treatment rooms. Summer activities include boating on Lake Minnewanka and canoeing the Bow River. Winter brings skiing and snowboarding, with gear available at the onsite retail store.
Location & Nearby
The hotel is in Banff National Park, 1 km from Bow Falls and 2 km from Banff Upper Hot Springs. Nearby landmarks include the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies (1.5 km) and Surprise Corner (1.5 km). The Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is 2 km away.
Services & Events
The hotel's event team handles meetings from 20 to 900 guests, with ballrooms featuring 1920s-style decor. Services include concierge support, Fairmont Gold Lounge access, and guided activities like treasure hunts and nature walks. Business facilities offer state-of-the-art technology in historic castle-style spaces.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Internet access
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Ski storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Electric vehicle charging station
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Ski school
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Golf course
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Car hire
- Ski equipment hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Ski pass vendor
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor