The Fairmont Banff Springs - Banff/Lake Louise

Overview

Other facilities

Set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Rocky Mountains and Banff National Park, Banff offers access to 3 excellent ski resorts. The area is home to beautiful wildlife, natural hot springs and extensive apres ski and dining options. All of these factors, along with the excellent snow reliability and long ski season, make Banff a premier ski destination.

The award-winning Fairmont Spa provides a quiet sanctuary where you can re-balance your body. For pampering perfection, indulge in a healing wildflower body polish incorporating therapeutic minerals.

The hotel offers a wide range of recreation facilities to suit every taste. The championship golf course is famous for its captivating beauty and challenging layout. Expert tuition is available. The hotel offers a ski school, rental facilities and a shuttle bus to three spectacular skiing locations in the area. In addition, hire mountain bikes and other equipment at the hotel rental shop to sample the scenic Rockies area.

Dining information

You’ll have an impressive range of places to eat and drink at Fairmont Banff Springs, starting with the hotel’s standout dining rooms. At 1888 Chop House, you can settle into a sleek, modern space with warm wood, soft lighting and a refined mountain-lodge atmosphere while choosing from Alberta beef, Oceanwise seafood and sustainably sourced wild game. The menu leans into quality without feeling formal, making it just as good for a celebratory evening as it is for a relaxed steak dinner. Over in The Vermillion Room, you step into a bright, bold and stylish brasserie where French classics are given a Canadian twist. The open, lively dining room sets the tone for long lunches or leisurely dinners with a great wine list to match. And if you want something more tucked away, Waldhaus Restaurant gives you the feeling of discovering a secret alpine cottage, with timber interiors, soft lighting and Bavarian comfort dishes that make it easy to linger over fondue, pretzels or schnitzel after a day outdoors.

If Italian cooking is calling, Castello Italiana serves generous handmade pasta, tempting antipasti and classic comfort dishes in a warm, atmospheric room filled with stone accents and soft, amber lighting. It feels like a place to settle in and really enjoy a meal. For something more playful, Grapes offers handcrafted pizzas, creative antipasti and indulgent desserts in an intimate space with a wine-cellar feel — ideal for a casual dinner or a relaxed sharing-style evening. When you’re after something easygoing, STOCK Food & Drink keeps things fresh and flexible with artisanal pastries, sandwiches, salads and rich coffees. Its bright, modern café setting works whether you’re grabbing something on the go, stopping in between activities, or taking your time over breakfast.

You can also enjoy a more timeless moment with the hotel’s Afternoon Tea, served in a refined setting with mountain views, classic tiered stands and a selection of sweets and savouries that make the experience feel particularly special. Later in the day, Rundle Bar becomes the hotel’s social hub, offering crafted cocktails, a polished yet comfortable lounge atmosphere and a lively pulse that makes it perfect for pre-dinner drinks or a relaxed evening. And when you’re spending time by the water, the Pool Bar lets you enjoy handcrafted cocktails and light bites while you stretch out on stylish loungers overlooking the Rockies — ideal for unwinding with the scenery front and centre.