Stay one night at Fairmont Banff Springs
Calgary Airport Pickup Information:
1. You will arrive at Calgary International Airport (YYC) today. Upon arrival, please take the hotel shuttle to your accommodation on your own. Based on your flight arrival time, our team will coordinate the hotel shuttle pickup in advance and send you full hotel details, reservation confirmation number and shuttle arrangement information. The shuttle operates from 08:30 to 22:30, departing every hour at the half-hour mark. Hotel check-in is available from 15:00 onwards.
After you reach the terminal at Calgary International Airport (YYC), please follow this route to the shuttle pickup zone: Disembark flight → Proceed to baggage claim carousels → Head to the Arrivals Level → Go to Door 4 → Exit the terminal building → Locate Bay 16 / Bay 17 → Wait for the hotel shuttle bus at Bay 16 and 17.
Guests with flight arrival times close to each other will be assigned to the same shuttle bus. A short waiting period at the airport may be required, and we appreciate your understanding.
The final hotel shuttle departs at 22:30 sharp. If you miss this last service, you will need to arrange your own transportation to the hotel.
2. Paid airport pick-up: You can book a private car for flights arriving between 07:00-23:00. The first 2 passengers are charged USD$75 (tax included)/CAD$90 (Canadian price excluding 5% GST), and each additional passenger is charged USD$15 (tax included)/CAD$20 (Canadian price excluding 5% GST). A maximum of 4 people are allowed in one order(Includes driver/guide service fee).
Welcome to Calgary to start a journey embracing nature. Here you can find dazzling peaks, lush alpine meadows, blue-green lakes, dense virgin forests and rich wildlife. You can integrate into nature, relax your body and mind, taste delicious food, leisurely enjoy the joy of blending with nature, and let life bloom between breaths.
Full-service conference hotel in northeast Calgary, about a 15-minute drive from Calgary International Airport and a 10-minute walk from Marlborough CTrain station for downtown. 248 renovated rooms and suites with a fridge, coffee maker and 42-inch TV. Barrington's restaurant and lounge (6:30 am to 10 pm), indoor pool, hot tub and fitness centre, 15 meeting rooms, free parking and free Wi-Fi; paid airport shuttle by reservation.
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Full-service Hilton-brand hotel at 16 Avenue NE and Deerfoot Trail in northeast Calgary, under 10 minutes by car from both Calgary International Airport and downtown, and close to the Calgary Zoo and TELUS Spark. 191 rooms with mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker and safe, some with balconies facing the skyline or the Rockies. Il Bivio restaurant and lounge, heated indoor pool, fitness centre, free Wi-Fi and over 16,000 sq ft of meeting space.
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A long-running Holiday Inn in northeast Calgary near YYC airport, renovated in 2025, with a free airport shuttle, heated indoor pool, hot tub and an on-site restaurant.
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A 103-room airport hotel opened in 2015, about 6 minutes by car from Calgary International Airport, with a free 24-hour shuttle, two hot tubs and a 24-hour gym.
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A 103-room hotel by the Clique group near Calgary International Airport, about 7 minutes by car, with a free 24-hour airport shuttle and a cooked-to-order breakfast.
See the hotel › 8 photosToday we'll explore Banff National Park in depth! We'll pass by the Victoria Glacier and head to Lake Louise, known as the "Sapphire of the Rockies," to experience its tranquility and beauty. During the summer when Moraine Lake is open, we'll visit the glacial lake at an altitude of 1885 meters, witnessing this Tiffany blue hidden among the mountains. Afterwards, we'll visit Yoho National Park, taking photos of the "natural bridge" sculpted by erosion. Our final stop is Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park. As its name suggests, Emerald Lake displays varying shades of green under different lighting, its beauty undeniable.
Summer itinerary during Moraine Lake's opening:
Calgary → Banff National Park → Castle Mountain (passing by) → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Moraine Lake (60 mins) → Lake Louise Village (45 mins, including optional lunch time) → Yoho National Park → Spiral Tunnel (passing by) → Emerald Lake (20 mins) → Natural Bridge (15 mins) → Banff
Summer itinerary during Moraine Lake's closing:
Calgary → Banff National Park → Castle Mountain (passing by) → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Lake Louise Village (45 mins, including optional lunch time) → Yoho National Park → Spiral Tunnel (passing by) → Emerald Lake (20 mins) → Natural Bridge (15 mins) → Kootenay National Park → Marble Canyon (60 mins) → Banff
Note:
1. Moraine Lake is expected to be open from 06/01/2026-10/13/2026. Please refer to the official announcement of Banff National Park for the actual opening hours. The itinerary on the day of the tour will be arranged by the tour guide.
On the day of the tour, you may add the Banff Night Tour (Price: USD$70.00 / CAD$85.00 per person). Catch the iconic “Golden Mountain” glow and picture-perfect lake reflections at sunset with gorgeous layered light and shadow, and keep an eye out for wild elk, bighorn sheep and even bears along the way for unforgettable natural surprises.
Due to the limited hotel resources in the Banff area, it is not possible to specify the room type. The hotel will randomly arrange a king-size bed room or a twin bed room based on the room availability on that day. Thank you for your understanding!
Contemporary mid-range hotel on Banff Avenue, a few steps from the shops and restaurants of downtown Banff and about 4 km from the Banff Gondola. Formerly the Banff International Hotel, renovated in 2016, it has 162 rooms, the Farm & Fire restaurant and lounge, a hot tub and dry sauna, and heated underground parking (CAD 10 per night). Run by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection.
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Simple 65-room inn on Banff Avenue, about a 5-minute walk from the downtown shops, run by the employee-owned Banff Lodging Co. Rooms are air-conditioned; the inn has an 8-person hot tub, a 4-person cedar sauna, a small fitness room, coin laundry and the El Toro restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Parking and Wi-Fi are free, and guests get a free Roam local transit pass.
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Budget 53-room inn on Banff Avenue a few blocks from downtown Banff, operated by the employee-owned Banff Lodging Co. as the economy sister of Irwin's Mountain Inn next door, where check-in takes place. Rooms have air conditioning, a mini-fridge and coffee maker; there is an indoor hot tub, free underground parking and free Wi-Fi but no restaurant on site.
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A 99-room hotel on Banff Avenue in the uptown part of Banff, about a 15-minute walk from the town centre, with a heated indoor pool, hot tub and sauna for the evening.
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A 65-room hotel on uptown Banff Avenue, a 3-minute drive from the town centre, with kitchenettes in the rooms, an indoor pool and a hot tub.
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A 99-room lodge on Banff Avenue, about 730 m from the town centre, with an indoor pool, hot tub, gym and its own restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.
See the hotel › 9 photosToday, we'll embark on a relaxing journey into the stunning Banff National Park. First, you can choose to take the Sulphur Mountain Gondola (at your own expense) to the summit for panoramic views of Banff's verdant mountains and shimmering lakes. Next, visit Devil's Rock, admiring its unique and rugged geological formations sculpted by nature. Then, head to Bow Falls to witness the graceful flow of the water; stop at Surprise Point to capture the breathtaking scenery of the lake and mountains, where every step reveals a new vista. Afterwards, arrive in the town of Banff and immerse yourself in the relaxed atmosphere and unique charm of this town at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. In the afternoon, visit Johnston Canyon, exploring its streams and cascading waterfalls along the trails, immersing yourself in the pristine natural beauty.
Itinerary:
Banff → Banff Town → Banff National Park → Banff Gondola (Optional, 90 mins) → Hoodoos (15 mins) → Bow Falls (15 mins) → Surprise Corner (15 mins) → Town of Banff (75 mins, including optional lunch) → Johnston Canyon (60 mins) → Fairmont Banff Springs
Drive from Calgary to Banff National ParkToday we embark on the Icefields Parkway, hailed as one of the world's most beautiful highways. The journey begins in Banff National Park, first visiting Peyto Lake to admire this shimmering glacial emerald from above and experience the awe-inspiring power of nature. We then proceed to Jasper National Park for a short rest at the heart of the Icefield. In the afternoon, we'll take you to the Columbia Icefield, boarding a unique snowmobile to venture deep into the Athabasca Glacier and walk on millennia-old ice. Next, we'll challenge ourselves on the Skywalk, walking suspended on a transparent glass floor for breathtaking panoramic views. Finally, we'll visit the majestic Athabasca Falls, feeling the incredible power of the glacial waters, before arriving at the tranquil and beautiful town of Jasper, concluding this magnificent day trip.
Itinerary:
Fairmont Banff Springs → Icefields Parkway → Banff National Park → Peyto Lake (30 mins) → Jasper National Park → Icefield Centre (45 mins, including optional lunch) → Columbia Glacier (150 mins, including mandatory Icefield Snowmobile + Skywalk tour) → Athabasca Falls (30 mins) → Jasper Town
Mid-range hotel on Geikie Street at the quiet edge of Jasper townsite, about a 10-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of downtown Jasper. 119 air-conditioned rooms, studios and suites, an indoor pool and hot tub, the Silverwater Grill & Lounge, on-site breakfast and free heated underground parking. Run by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection.
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Family-run three-star inn on Juniper Street at the north end of Jasper townsite, a short walk from the downtown shops on Connaught Drive. 137 large rooms and suites, many with kitchenettes or fireplaces, an indoor pool with indoor and outdoor hot tubs and saunas, a fitness room, the Whisky Jack Grill restaurant and bar, and free parking. Part of the local Decore Hotels group.
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A 139-room lodge on Geikie Street in the town of Jasper, about a 19-minute walk from Jasper Station, with an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and free parking.
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Modern 99-room hotel on Connaught Drive in the centre of Jasper townsite, one block from the shops and restaurants and about a 10-minute walk from the VIA Rail station. Formerly the Amethyst Lodge, it was rebuilt in a contemporary style by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection and has an indoor pool and hot tub, 24-hour fitness room, the Terra restaurant, free Wi-Fi and limited free parking.
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A 3-star motel-style lodge at the east end of Connaught Drive, Jasper's main street, about 1.4 km from the train station and 9 km from the Jasper SkyTram. Rooms open directly to the parking lot and range from cabin-style standard rooms to modern deluxe queens, kitchenette rooms and kitchen suites; all have fridges, coffee makers, air conditioning and cable TV. Heated indoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, sauna, Evil Dave's Grill and a Starbucks on site, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Check-in 4 pm, check-out 11 am.
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Three-star hotel on Connaught Drive at the edge of the Jasper townsite, minutes on foot from the shops and train station; formerly the Sawridge Inn, now run by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection. 241 rooms in two wings, including kitchen suites and pet-friendly rooms, an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and spa, and free parking. A full renovation runs until autumn 2026.
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A 64-room inn in the centre of Jasper, about 210 m (a 4-minute walk) from Jasper Station, with two restaurants, a café, a bar and breakfast available for a fee.
See the hotel › 8 photosToday we depart from the town of Jasper, passing the mystical Medicine Lake before arriving at Maligne Lake, the jewel of Jasper National Park. If it's during the boat season, you can optionally take a boat trip to explore the heart of the lake, enjoying the breathtaking scenery of shimmering waters and sailboats amidst the verdant mountains. If boat tours are closed, we'll instead stroll along the lakeside, appreciating the serene beauty of the surrounding mountains and the interplay of light and shadow, and will also visit the Samwapta Falls, experiencing firsthand the awe-inspiring power of the glacier flowing around the island. Afterwards, we'll return along the Icefields Parkway, passing Bow Lake, where we'll capture the reflections of snow-capped mountains in its crystal-clear waters and gaze at the Crowfoot Glacier, shaped like a raven's claw. Finally, accompanied by magnificent natural scenery, this journey to this hidden gem will come to a perfect end.
Maligne Lake Cruise Itinerary During Open Season:
Jasper Town → Medicine Lake (passing by) → Maligne Lake → Maligne Lake Cruise (optional, 90 mins) → Bow Lake (20 mins) → Ravenfoot Glacier (passing by) → Banff/Calgary
Maligne Lake Cruise Itinerary During Closed Season:
Jasper Town → Medicine Lake (passing by) → Maligne Lake (45 mins) → Sangwaputa Falls (20 mins) → Bow Lake (20 mins) → Ravenfoot Glacier (passing by) → Banff/Calgary
Note:
1. The expected opening period for the Maligne Lake Cruise in summer is from 05/29/2026-10/11/2026. Please refer to the official announcements from Banff National Park for the actual opening dates of attractions. The itinerary on the day of the tour will be based on the arrangements made by the tour guide.
19 hand-picked hotels over 19 nights of this itinerary. Open any property for photos, video, a full introduction and what's on site.
Full-service conference hotel in northeast Calgary, about a 15-minute drive from Calgary International Airport and a 10-minute walk from Marlborough CTrain station for downtown. 248 renovated rooms and suites with a fridge, coffee maker and 42-inch TV. Barrington's restaurant and lounge (6:30 am to 10 pm), indoor pool, hot tub and fitness centre, 15 meeting rooms, free parking and free Wi-Fi; paid airport shuttle by reservation.
See the hotel › 9 photosFull-service Hilton-brand hotel at 16 Avenue NE and Deerfoot Trail in northeast Calgary, under 10 minutes by car from both Calgary International Airport and downtown, and close to the Calgary Zoo and TELUS Spark. 191 rooms with mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker and safe, some with balconies facing the skyline or the Rockies. Il Bivio restaurant and lounge, heated indoor pool, fitness centre, free Wi-Fi and over 16,000 sq ft of meeting space.
See the hotel › 9 photosA long-running Holiday Inn in northeast Calgary near YYC airport, renovated in 2025, with a free airport shuttle, heated indoor pool, hot tub and an on-site restaurant.
See the hotel › 5 photosA 103-room airport hotel opened in 2015, about 6 minutes by car from Calgary International Airport, with a free 24-hour shuttle, two hot tubs and a 24-hour gym.
See the hotel › 8 photosA 103-room hotel by the Clique group near Calgary International Airport, about 7 minutes by car, with a free 24-hour airport shuttle and a cooked-to-order breakfast.
See the hotel › 8 photosContemporary mid-range hotel on Banff Avenue, a few steps from the shops and restaurants of downtown Banff and about 4 km from the Banff Gondola. Formerly the Banff International Hotel, renovated in 2016, it has 162 rooms, the Farm & Fire restaurant and lounge, a hot tub and dry sauna, and heated underground parking (CAD 10 per night). Run by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection.
See the hotel › 9 photosSimple 65-room inn on Banff Avenue, about a 5-minute walk from the downtown shops, run by the employee-owned Banff Lodging Co. Rooms are air-conditioned; the inn has an 8-person hot tub, a 4-person cedar sauna, a small fitness room, coin laundry and the El Toro restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Parking and Wi-Fi are free, and guests get a free Roam local transit pass.
See the hotel › 9 photosBudget 53-room inn on Banff Avenue a few blocks from downtown Banff, operated by the employee-owned Banff Lodging Co. as the economy sister of Irwin's Mountain Inn next door, where check-in takes place. Rooms have air conditioning, a mini-fridge and coffee maker; there is an indoor hot tub, free underground parking and free Wi-Fi but no restaurant on site.
See the hotel › 9 photosA 99-room hotel on Banff Avenue in the uptown part of Banff, about a 15-minute walk from the town centre, with a heated indoor pool, hot tub and sauna for the evening.
See the hotel › 9 photosA 65-room hotel on uptown Banff Avenue, a 3-minute drive from the town centre, with kitchenettes in the rooms, an indoor pool and a hot tub.
See the hotel › 9 photosA 99-room lodge on Banff Avenue, about 730 m from the town centre, with an indoor pool, hot tub, gym and its own restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.
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Canada's 'Castle in the Rockies': a 5-star châteauesque resort opened by the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1888 and a National Historic Site since 1988, minutes from the Town of Banff and 130 km west of Calgary airport. 724 rooms and suites, 12 restaurants and bars, the Fairmont Spa with mineral pools, indoor and outdoor pools, a 24-hour fitness centre, a 27-hole golf course and a conference centre.
See the hotel › 10 photosMid-range hotel on Geikie Street at the quiet edge of Jasper townsite, about a 10-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of downtown Jasper. 119 air-conditioned rooms, studios and suites, an indoor pool and hot tub, the Silverwater Grill & Lounge, on-site breakfast and free heated underground parking. Run by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection.
See the hotel › 9 photosFamily-run three-star inn on Juniper Street at the north end of Jasper townsite, a short walk from the downtown shops on Connaught Drive. 137 large rooms and suites, many with kitchenettes or fireplaces, an indoor pool with indoor and outdoor hot tubs and saunas, a fitness room, the Whisky Jack Grill restaurant and bar, and free parking. Part of the local Decore Hotels group.
See the hotel › 9 photosA 139-room lodge on Geikie Street in the town of Jasper, about a 19-minute walk from Jasper Station, with an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and free parking.
See the hotel › 9 photosModern 99-room hotel on Connaught Drive in the centre of Jasper townsite, one block from the shops and restaurants and about a 10-minute walk from the VIA Rail station. Formerly the Amethyst Lodge, it was rebuilt in a contemporary style by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection and has an indoor pool and hot tub, 24-hour fitness room, the Terra restaurant, free Wi-Fi and limited free parking.
See the hotel › 9 photosA 3-star motel-style lodge at the east end of Connaught Drive, Jasper's main street, about 1.4 km from the train station and 9 km from the Jasper SkyTram. Rooms open directly to the parking lot and range from cabin-style standard rooms to modern deluxe queens, kitchenette rooms and kitchen suites; all have fridges, coffee makers, air conditioning and cable TV. Heated indoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, sauna, Evil Dave's Grill and a Starbucks on site, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Check-in 4 pm, check-out 11 am.
See the hotel › 7 photosThree-star hotel on Connaught Drive at the edge of the Jasper townsite, minutes on foot from the shops and train station; formerly the Sawridge Inn, now run by Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection. 241 rooms in two wings, including kitchen suites and pet-friendly rooms, an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and spa, and free parking. A full renovation runs until autumn 2026.
See the hotel › 9 photosA 64-room inn in the centre of Jasper, about 210 m (a 4-minute walk) from Jasper Station, with two restaurants, a café, a bar and breakfast available for a fee.
See the hotel › 8 photosWhere a day says “or similar”, a comparable property of the same standard may be used on some departures. Room photos are representative; the room category is set by your booked package.
1. Transportation (The type of vehicle used will be based on the number of guests attending that day).
2. Professional Chinese-English driver and guide (or driver-guide).
3. Hotel (Nights are one day less than the total number of tour days).
1. 5% GST of all prices quoted in Canadian dollars.
2. Service fee: the rate is USD $15/CAD $20 per person per day (The number of days charged is equal to the number of trip days minus one).
3. Any food and beverages.
4. Admission fees mentioned in the itinerary (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).
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6. Additional fees caused by irresistible reasons due to traffic, war, coup, strikes, weather, flight cancellation or date changes.
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Reservations are only available for the period from June 1, 2026 to September 15, 2026 (the actual dates of the visit in the itinerary).
Minimum group size: 3 people
Canadian dollar prices do not include the 5% federal service tax (GST).
Time: 06/01-10/15.
Prices in CAD exclude 5% GST.
Included: Moraine Lake permit Fee (Reservations are only available during the period when Moraine Lake is open)
Prices in CAD exclude 5% GST.
Includes a total of 4 breakfasts throughout the trip: 1 breakfast at a hotel in the Calgary area, 1 breakfast at a hotel in the Banff area, 1 breakfast at a hotel in the Jasper area, and 1 breakfast at the Fairmont Springs Hotel.
This price includes tips and taxes.
The Canadian dollar price does not include the 5% GST (Government Service Tax).
Due to limited availability for the Sulphur Mountain Gondola, we recommend prepaying in advance to secure your spot. Inventory is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a discounted prepaid rate; if you do not prepay, any on-site booking will require purchasing a ticket for a specific group time slot at the standard walk-up price, and availability cannot be guaranteed.
Please note that once the booking is confirmed, it cannot be cancelled or rescheduled. We appreciate your understanding.
The expected opening period for the Maligne Lake Cruise in summer is from 05/29/2026-10/11/2026. Please refer to the official announcements from Banff National Park for the actual opening dates of attractions.
The resources of Maligne Lake are limited. It is recommended that you prepay in advance to ensure the resources of the cruise. The resources are limited in quantity and are on a first-come, first-served basis! Please understand that you cannot cancel or reschedule after the resources are successfully booked.
This price is a prepaid discount price.If payment is not made in advance, guests wishing to add a booking on-site must purchase tickets themselves for the time slot designated for the group; the price will be based on the on-site rate, and availability is not guaranteed.
CAD$ price exclude 5%GST tax.
Includes: Ice Explore + Glacier Skywalk
Effective October 13, 2026, this fee will no longer be charged during the Columbia Icefield Center closure period.
Includes lunch on the first day of the trip.
Canadian dollar prices do not include 5% federal service tax GST.
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The Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza stands on 33 Street NE in the Marlborough area of northeast Calgary, roughly 15 minutes by car from the airport and a 10-minute walk from Marlborough CTrain station, which runs into downtown. The 248 renovated guest rooms and suites have a 42-inch flat-screen TV, fridge, coffee and tea maker and free Wi-Fi; bathrooms have a bath or walk-in shower.
Barrington's, the lobby restaurant and lounge, is open daily from 6:30 am to 10 pm with a breakfast buffet and à la carte lunch and dinner. Guests can use the indoor pool, hot tub and fitness centre, and the conference centre offers 15 meeting rooms. Parking is free for registered guests; an airport shuttle is available for a small per-person fee with advance reservation. Check-in is at 3 pm and check-out at 11 am; pets are accepted for a nightly fee.
DoubleTree by Hilton Calgary North sits on 16 Avenue NE (the Trans-Canada Highway) just off Deerfoot Trail, less than 10 minutes by car from Calgary International Airport and from downtown; the Calgary Zoo and TELUS Spark science centre are nearby. Its 191 rooms have a work desk, smart HDTV, refreshment centre with coffee maker, microwave, mini-fridge and in-room safe, and select rooms open onto private balconies with views of the city skyline or the Canadian Rockies.
Il Bivio, the lobby restaurant and lounge, serves daily dining, and guests receive DoubleTree's signature warm cookie at check-in. The hotel has a heated indoor pool and a fitness centre with treadmills, elliptical trainers and bikes, free Wi-Fi, and more than 16,000 sq ft of event space for up to 300 people.
This Holiday Inn sits in northeast Calgary, close to Calgary International Airport (YYC). It first opened in 1982 and was renovated in 2025. It is a practical, no-fuss stay for the night before or after a flight, and Trip.com lists it as a 3-star hotel.
Rooms and suites have flat-screen TVs, a fridge and a microwave. Room types include two-queen rooms, king rooms and a king suite with a jacuzzi.
The on-site 1250 Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner from 06:00 to 22:00, and there is a lounge bar and room service.
After a long day you can use the heated indoor pool and hot tub, or the gym; both are open 06:00 to 23:00. There is a guest laundry with dryers.
The hotel runs a free airport shuttle around the clock (pick-ups need to be arranged in advance). The hotel says downtown Calgary is about 14 minutes away; Centre Street station is 6.7 km, roughly 11 minutes by car.
Hotel Clique is an independent airport hotel in northeast Calgary, opened in 2015 with 103 rooms. It is 3.5 km from Calgary International Airport, about 6 minutes by car, which makes it an easy overnight before or after a flight. Trip.com lists it as a 3-star hotel.
Rooms have a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a safe and a desk. Bathrooms have deep soaking tubs and rainfall showerheads.
Tonic Kitchen and Bar is the on-site restaurant and lounge, and room service runs during limited hours. A cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 06:00 to 11:00 at an extra charge.
There are two hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre.
The round-trip airport shuttle is free and runs 24 hours. The hotel has lifts, free parking, free Wi-Fi and laundry service (extra charge).
Applause Hotel is part of the Clique group and sits in northeast Calgary, 3.4 km from Calgary International Airport, about 7 minutes by car. It opened in 2015 and has 103 air-conditioned rooms. It is a simple, comfortable airport stop, and Trip.com lists it as a 3-star hotel.
Rooms come with a fridge, an espresso maker, a 47-inch flat-screen TV, a laptop-size safe and a desk. Bathrooms have rainfall showerheads. Room types are king rooms and two-queen rooms.
There is an on-site restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar, plus room service during limited hours. The hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 07:00 to 11:00; whether it is part of your stay depends on your tour.
The hotel describes a free round-trip airport shuttle available 24 hours. There are lifts, free parking, free Wi-Fi, a concierge and wake-up calls, and laundry service at an extra charge.
Elk + Avenue Hotel sits at 333 Banff Avenue, at the north end of downtown Banff, so the main street's shops and restaurants are a short walk away; the Banff Gondola is about 4 km off and Lake Louise 59 km. The former Banff International Hotel was rebuilt inside in 2016 and now has 162 air-conditioned rooms with a mini-fridge, flat-screen TV, coffee maker and free Wi-Fi, some with mountain views.
Farm & Fire, the hotel's restaurant and lounge, serves breakfast, dinner and drinks. Guests have a hot tub and dry sauna, coin laundry, ski lockers, a gift shop and an activities desk for tours and sightseeing. Heated underground parking costs CAD 10 per night with a 6'1" height limit and limited spaces; check-out is at 11:00.
Irwin's Mountain Inn is a modest 65-room property at 429 Banff Avenue, roughly a 5-minute walk from downtown Banff and close to the local bus and ski shuttle stops. Rooms come in several layouts, all with individual air conditioning and free Wi-Fi; the front desk also handles check-in for the Red Carpet Inn next door.
El Toro, the in-house restaurant, serves breakfast and dinner with a Canadian menu influenced by Latin American and Spanish cooking. Guests can use an 8-person hot tub, a 4-person dry cedar sauna, a small fitness room with cardio machines and free weights, coin laundry, a ski room with lockers and a 24-hour computer kiosk. Parking is free but limited, and every stay includes a complimentary Roam local transit pass.
Red Carpet Inn is a small budget property at 425 Banff Avenue, a few blocks north of the downtown shopping streets and next door to Irwin's Mountain Inn, which handles check-in and shares its owner, Banff Lodging Co. The 53 hotel-style rooms are simple but air-conditioned, with a mini-fridge, coffee maker and free Wi-Fi.
There is no restaurant, though El Toro at Irwin's next door serves breakfast and dinner, and downtown Banff's restaurants are within walking distance. Facilities are limited to an indoor hot tub, free underground parking and free local calls; express check-out is offered. It is the most basic of the Banff Avenue options on this itinerary.
Banff Inn sits at 501 Banff Avenue, in the uptown stretch of the main road into Banff. It opened in 2000 and has 99 guest rooms. It is a straightforward, practical stay for a night in the national park, within about a 15-minute walk of the Banff National Park Information Centre on the main street.
Room types range from standard queen and two-double rooms to deluxe rooms, family suites and loft suites. Rooms have a desk, coffee and tea maker, cable TV and free Wi-Fi; bathrooms have a shower/tub combination with a deep soaking tub.
After a day on the coach, you can use the heated indoor pool, the hot tub or the sauna. The lobby has a fireplace.
There is a pizza restaurant and a bar/lounge on site.
Charltons Banff is on Banff Avenue in the uptown part of town, about a 3-minute drive from the Banff National Park Information Centre on the main street and 9 minutes from the Upper Hot Springs. It opened in 2000 and has 65 guest rooms.
Rooms have kitchenettes, a 37-inch TV with cable, free Wi-Fi, a coffee and tea maker and an iron. Room types include deluxe queen and two-queen rooms (some with mountain views), kitchenette suites and loft suites, a few with a fireplace.
There is an indoor pool and a hot tub, handy after a long day of sightseeing. The lobby has a fireplace, and there are gas grills for guests. Bicycles can be borrowed free of charge.
Royal Canadian Lodge is on Banff Avenue, about 730 m from the centre of the Town of Banff, so shops and restaurants are within walking distance in the evening. It opened in 2000, Trip.com lists a renovation in 2026, and it has 99 guest rooms.
Rooms range from standard king and two-queen rooms to premier rooms with a fireplace and junior suites. Each has free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a safe, a desk and a hair dryer.
The Evergreen Restaurant & Lounge serves breakfast from 7:00 to 11:00 (extra charge) and dinner from 16:00 to 22:00. There is also a bar, and room service during limited hours.
The heated indoor pool and hot tub are open 10:00 to 23:00, and the gym 7:00 to 23:00, so there is time for a swim after dinner.
Fairmont Banff Springs stands above the Bow and Spray rivers at the southern edge of Banff townsite, inside Banff National Park; the town centre is minutes away and Calgary International Airport is about 130 km east, with daily door-to-door airport shuttles. Opened in 1888 as one of Canada's grand railway hotels, the present stone buildings date from 1914–1928 and were designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1988.
The 724 rooms and suites range from cosy castle rooms to suites with mountain views, plus the Fairmont Gold floor with private check-in and lounge. There are 12 restaurants and bars, including the Rocky Mountain afternoon tea. Guests have the Fairmont Spa with mineral pools, an indoor lap pool and a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, a 5-pin bowling alley, tennis courts and the Banff Springs golf course. Self-parking is CAD 39 and valet CAD 59 per night with free EV charging; check-in is at 4 pm and check-out at 12 pm.
Chateau Jasper sits on Geikie Street just beyond the town centre of Jasper, inside Jasper National Park, roughly a 10-minute walk from the shops and restaurants on Connaught Drive. The 119 rooms, studios and suites have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker and kettle, and a bathtub or walk-in shower; suites add a king bed and sitting area.
Breakfast and dinner are served at the Silverwater Grill & Lounge on site. Guests have an indoor pool and indoor hot tub (closed Monday mornings for maintenance), a hair salon and a spa, and heated underground parking is free though spaces are limited. The hotel is pet-friendly for a fee and is a common base for coach tours visiting Maligne Lake and the Icefields Parkway.
The Tonquin Inn sits on Juniper Street on the quiet north side of Jasper, inside Jasper National Park and about a 10-minute walk from the restaurants and shops of downtown; the Jasper VIA Rail station is also within walking distance. Its 137 rooms include standard rooms, junior suites and one- and two-bedroom suites, some with sunken living rooms, kitchenettes, fireplaces and balconies with mountain views, all with free Wi-Fi, a fridge, coffee maker and flat-screen TV.
The Whisky Jack Grill serves breakfast and dinner, and the inn has an indoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, saunas and a fitness room. Parking is free and pet-friendly rooms are available. The Tonquin is owned by the Decore family, whose Decore Hotels group runs several properties in Jasper.
Lobstick Lodge is on Geikie Street in the town of Jasper, inside Jasper National Park. It is 1.3 km from Jasper Station, roughly a 19-minute walk, and has 139 guest rooms.
Choose from standard and deluxe rooms, suites and two-double rooms with a kitchen. Rooms have free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a coffee and tea maker and a fan; bathrooms have a tub or shower and a hair dryer.
There is a heated indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and a gym, a welcome way to loosen up after a long drive.
Crazy Elk Café is on site, and grab-and-go breakfast is sold from 6:30 to 13:00 (extra charge).
The Crimson sits on Connaught Drive, the main street of Jasper, so trailheads, shops and restaurants are on the doorstep and the railway station is a short walk away; the hotel is in Jasper National Park, about 4 km from Jasper SkyTram's base and a drive from Maligne Lake and the Icefields Parkway. The 99 rooms and suites have contemporary décor, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and walk-in showers; some have balconies or kitchenettes, and pet-friendly rooms are available for a fee.
Terra, the on-site restaurant, serves locally inspired dishes (reservations recommended). Facilities include an indoor pool and hot tub (closed for maintenance until noon on Mondays), a 24-hour fitness centre, elevator, luggage storage, vending machines and meeting rooms. Check-in is 4 PM and check-out 11 AM; parking on site is free but limited, with paid street parking from May to October. Earplugs are offered because the rail line runs nearby.
Marmot Lodge sits among evergreens on Connaught Drive at the eastern edge of Jasper townsite, roughly a 15-minute walk from the shops and the VIA Rail station and a short drive from Pyramid Lake, the Jasper SkyTram (9 km), Maligne Canyon and Athabasca Falls (34 km). It is one of Pursuit's Banff Jasper Collection hotels and is priced below the town's full-service hotels.
All rooms have motel-style exterior entrances: standard rooms keep a cosy cabin look, deluxe rooms with two queen beds are more modern, and there are kitchenette rooms and kitchen suites for self-catering families; every room has a fridge, coffee maker, cable TV and air conditioning, and pets are accepted for $25 a night. A heated indoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs and a sauna are on site, along with Evil Dave's Grill, a Starbucks, coin laundry, a gift shop and seasonal mountain-bike rentals (May to mid-October). Wi-Fi and parking are free. Check-in is from 4 pm and check-out by 11 am.
The Forest Park Hotel occupies the former Sawridge Inn on Connaught Drive, the main road through Jasper, minutes from downtown shops, restaurants and the VIA Rail station; Jasper SkyTram is about 5 km away and Maligne Lake roughly an hour's drive. Rooms are split between the Alpine wing and the renovated Woodland wing, and all have free Wi-Fi, a coffee and tea maker, mini-fridge and 50-inch smart TV; one-king and two-queen kitchen suites add a full kitchenette and a balcony or patio.
Amenities include a heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and Spa Jasper, 6,000 sq ft of event space, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and free on-site parking with electric-car chargers. The hotel is being renovated through autumn 2026: during this period on-site dining is closed (guests are directed to sister hotels Chateau Jasper and The Crimson) and the pool and hot tub of the neighbouring Marmot Lodge are used instead. Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out at 11:00; pet-friendly rooms cost C$25 per night extra.
Whistler's Inn is in the centre of Jasper on Miette Avenue, about 210 m from Jasper Station, a 4-minute walk. The town's shops and restaurants are right around it, so the evening is easy on foot. The inn has 64 guest rooms.
Rooms are standard doubles or two-queen rooms, with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a desk, a coffee and tea maker and a shower/tub combination.
There are two restaurants, including Cassios for Italian food, plus a café and a bar. Full breakfast is served from 7:00 to 10:00 (extra charge).