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Towering over the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia are the majestic Canadian Rockies. With several world-class attractions and heritage sites, the Rockies are an international travel destination with something to offer everyone in all seasons. Book accommodations in the Canadian Rockies, and enjoy world-class ski resorts, hiking trails, indescribable views, wildlife at your fingertips, and a peace that you will wish you could take home with you. Communities to explore include:
Kananaskis and Canmore
Get ready to play in this premier recreation paradise, where bird watching, photography and every possible outdoor recreation activity is offered. At the end of the day, relax in one of several day spas in Canmore.
Kananaskis Country, located southwest of Calgary, comprises five provincial parks as well as the resort village of Kananaskis itself. This is recreation central: take advantage of beautiful scenery, bird watching (bird migrations in October are especially impressive!), and wildlife spotting. Get ready to see elk, deer, Rocky Mountain sheep, bears, snowshoe hares, and moose. Nearby Canmore is home to a cave system known as the 'Rats Nest', and with a guide, visitors have the opportunity to embark on an in-depth exploration of these mountain caves. Hiking companies offer escorted hikes deep into the Rockies, and Aboriginal guides teach about native traditions on horseshoe and cross-country skiing trips. Stay in Kananaskis Country and indulge your sporty side!
Banff and Banff National Park
World-renowned Banff National Park offers a small-town experience in the midst of the stunning Rocky Mountains. Spend the day skiing at one of three world-class ski resorts, camp out for the night, explore nearby caves and springs, cross-country ski spectacular trails, and relax in natural hot springs to unwind. The rumors are true: Banff is spectacular.
Imagine yourself away from the rush of city life, amidst shimmering glaciers, waterfalls, mountain pastures, and wildlife. Located just 128 km (80 mi.) from Calgary, Banff hosts four million visitors each year, yet still maintains its cozy small-town feel, making it a hot spot for visitors year round. Hop on the Banff Gondola and ride up Sulphur Mountain where three levels of observation decks offer a 360-degree view of Banff and the mountains surrounding the park. The Banff Upper Hot Springs (one of several hot springs in the area) is a historic spa and bathhouse set against the stunning Rocky Mountain scenery - talk about relaxation. The springs are 39 degrees C (102 F) year-round and offer visitors the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in the beautiful surroundings of Banff National Park. Banff is also home to three world-class ski resorts, so don't be surprised if everyone you meet has flown in from afar for the unparalleled ski conditions. Banff National Park with all its natural riches is the perfect place to enjoy all the Rocky Mountains has to offer.
Lake Louise
Stand in awe at the sight of the green-blue waters of Lake Louise, in front of the towering Victoria Glacier. Ski at this internationally renowned destination, or cross-country ski, hike, horseback ride or bike Lake Louise's world-class trails. White water rafting on four nearby rivers is also popular with the thrill-seeking tourist.
For a peaceful escape, check out Lake Louise, a crystal blue-green lake set against the backdrop of the Victoria Glacier (known as the 'Jewel of the Rockies') located 183 km (114 mi.) northwest of Calgary. Standing at the lakeside, its colour seems almost impossibly teal. Lake Louise must be seen to be believed. Hiking to the tops of lofty mountains, cross-country skiing, soaking at a spa or natural hot spring, canoeing … these are ingredients for a perfect day at Lake Louise. If you're in for a thrilling adventure, check out the escorted whitewater rafting tours for both beginners and more advanced rafters. The Brewster Lake Louise Stables offers guided horseback rides to the Plain of Six Glaciers or Lake Agnes. In the wintertime hop on a sleigh ride at the Chateau Lake Louise that will take you all the way to the end of Lake Louise. The Lake Louise sightseeing gondola is a fourteen-minute ride to a 6850 ft (2088 m) elevation where the surrounding region can be seen from a bird's eye view. Book accommodations in Lake Louise, and see this blue-green wonder of nature for yourself!
The Columbia Icefield
The largest ice field south of Alaska, the Columbia Icefield will astonish you. Walk around on glacial ice at Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park, and taste pure glacial waters.
Drive through this unique region alongside a chain of massive ice fields, and experience truly 'Canadian' sights of sparkling glacial ice and crisp snow. This type of scenery is generally expected to be found in Alaska; in fact, the Columbia Icefield is the largest ice field south of Alaska. Covering 389 sq km (233 sq mi), this territory is something every visitor to the Canadian Rockies should see. Several guided tours of the ice field are available, and you can even walk around on the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park, as well as have a taste of pure glacial water!
Jasper and Jasper National Park
Visitors to Jasper enjoy wildlife and nature untouched, unspoiled. Viewpoints overlooking falls, hot springs, lakes, ranching communities, and unparalleled wildlife experiences await you here in Jasper National Park.
Covering 10,800 sq. km (4170 sq. mi.) of land, Jasper National Park is a protected mountain ecosystem allowing visitors to enjoy nature through exploration and outdoor activities. Jasper is a 309 km (192 mi.) drive from Edmonton. Check out Athabasca Falls and the beautiful view offered at several points along the falls. If you have the time, stay awhile and picnic, or go cross-country skiing. Goat Lookout also offers stunning views as well as a picnic area where mountain goats and bighorn sheep can be seen. Several nearby lakes offer family fun in both winter and summer seasons. Plan the perfect day at the Miette Hotspring, the hottest in the Canadian Rockies, with trails and picnicking areas nearby. You can travel with one of the park's accredited guides for an extended hike deep into the wilderness, and can even stay the night with a wilderness pass. Cardinal Ranch offers horse-whispering demonstrations, as well as overnight campouts via horseback. Grand Cache, Alberta is the gateway to Willmore Wilderness Park, where you will find trails, big game, flowers, lakes and rivers only accessible by foot or on horseback. For a longer stay in Jasper National Park, consider the Jasper Institute's courses on natural and historical topics such as photography, bears and wildlife. However long you are able to spend in Jasper, you will wish you stayed longer. Book a Jasper accommodation today.
Our Banff hotel has simple affordable accommodations that are conveniently located in downtown Banff. The following amenities are available at our front desk upon request: Ironing boards, hair dryers, fans and basic toiletries. Rooms are not equipped with televisions or coffee makers. Television is available in the Café and lounge.
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Downtown Banff: 1.6km
Our Banff hostel is located in a wilderness setting. It features a common kitchen. Snowshoes are provided for your use. Wooden furnishings and natural daylight are offered in all of our dormitory rooms. Shared bathroom facilities are provided. Our hostel has no electricity to ensure a rustic experience. You can relax in the shared lounge or by the outdoor fire pit.
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Downtown Banff: 72.5km
The Spruce Grove Inn built in 2003 is one of Banff's newest hotels This 3-star hotel with 120 spacious, modern guestrooms offers an upscale product to its sister property next door. All rooms have individual climate controls and air conditioning, touch-tone direct-dial telephones with voice mail, coffee/tea makers, hair dryers, colour cable televisions and free high-speed Internet.
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Downtown Banff: 1.1km
This Banff hostel offers a cafe and bar, 2 community kitchens and Rocky Mountain views. The Cave and Basin National Historic Site is a 10-minute drive away. Private and dorm-style rooms. Some have private bathrooms. Cougar Pete's is the full service onsite restaurant with a varied menu. The Storm Cellar bar has dart boards and pool tables and provides a fun atmosphere.
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Downtown Banff: 2km
Our Banff bed and breakfast is the ideal private retreat after a full day of sightseeing, hiking, or skiing. Sit out on the private deck, like a local, and soak up the glorious surroundings with views of Mount Norquay and Cascade Mountain. You will be given a choice of continental breakfast supplies, which are provided in the kitchenette during your stay.
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Downtown Banff: 1.4km
Our Banff hotel is in the very heart of downtown. Our heritage dates back to 1908, but is modern with 135 charming and tastefully appointed rooms ranging from standard, premium, junior suite to executive suites. Within the hotel you can enjoy dining in the internationally acclaimed Tony Roma's Restaurant and Lounge and the all new Toque Canadian Pub.
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Downtown Banff: 0.7km
Our Banff Bed and Breakfast Inn in was built in 1908 and was well maintained throughout the years. We have ten small, uniquely decorated guest rooms, each with its own private bathroom and shower, as well as cable TV. Some rooms are decorated to reflect important Canadian historical themes and wilderness. In addition, most rooms offer fantastic mountain views.
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Downtown Banff: 1.2km
We offer a unique accommodation style in Banff, with one and two bedroom suites and hotel rooms. Come visit us and be sure to try our Chili's World Famous margaritas on the street front patio. The Fox Hotel & Suites offers a large hot pool, fitness room, change rooms at the Cave and Basin Hotpool area. Guests have free access to the Banff Town Bus to downtown, Sulphur Mountain Gondola and more.
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Downtown Banff: 0.4km
Our Lake Louise lodge has much of its original hand-hewn log structure and decor still in place making it the classic definition of rustic mountain accommodations. Located minutes by foot from the enchanting Lake Louise, this century old property has also seen substantial restoration of its early architecture. Our state-of-the-art rooftop hot tub offers a captivating view of the Victoria Glacier.
This Lake Louise lodge offers spacious accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a kitchen. It is surrounded by gardens including a barbecue and a playground. A seating area with a satellite TV in included in the lodge. Some rooms include a DVD player and a balcony with mountain views. Each is fitted with heating and a carpeted floor. Toiletries and a hairdryer are included.
Our Canmore condo style hotel is 20 minutes from Banff National Park. Behind our grand carriage house entrance an abundance of contemporary surprises awaits. Choose from a beautifully appointed hotel room with two queen beds or choose from luxuriously appointed one, two and three-bedroom suites. Heated pool, two outdoor hot tubs, fitness center, and Wi-Fi throughout the resort.
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Downtown Canmore: 0.9km
This Canmore guest house is at the bottom of Lady MacDonald Mountain, near the entrance of Cougar Canyon. The guest house offers mountain views, a daily breakfast and free Wi-Fi. The bed and breakfast features a refrigerator and fireplace in every guest room. Cable TV and a private bathroom are also provided. Guests can arrange an in-room massage.
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Downtown Canmore: 4.6km
Set in central Canmore, this luxury resort offers a panoramic outdoor hot tub and a fitness center. All elegant suites come with a fully equipped kitchen and mountain-view balcony. With parquet floors and contemporary décor, all suites at Spring Creek Vacations - Rundle Cliffs Lodge include free high-speed Wi-Fi and cable TV. Shops, restaurants and cafés are a 10-minute walk
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Downtown Canmore: 3.3km
Our Canmore hotel is less than a half-hour drive from Banff National Park. Guests can enjoy skiing, horseback riding and boating. Rooms come with a patio or balcony. The on-site Chez Francois restaurant serves a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guest rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, coffee/tea facilities and satellite TV. All rooms offer air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
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Downtown Canmore: 0.4km
Our Canmore hotel is an intimate heritage style mountain inn with the ultimate in romantic ambiance, charm, and elegance, recapturing the glory days of the early 1900s when visitors vacationed in the Canadian Rockies in the most luxurious of rustic quarters. Completely restored in the spring of 2002, great care was taken in providing guests with modern amenities and first-class comforts.
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Downtown Canmore: 2.6km
Our Hinton inn has 18 comfortable kitchenette rooms with free Wi-Fi, cable television, refrigerator and stove. The hotel is conveniently located right along highway 16 and within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. We offer daily, weekly and monthly rates. Some of our rooms are fully renovated.
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Downtown Hinton: 2.4km
We feature 99 guest rooms with a wide variety of suites. Each room is equipped with 32" televisions, iron/boards, coffee makers, fridge, microwave, hair dryer, high-speed Internet, pay per view movies, complimentary newspaper and local calls. Hotel amenities include business centre, indoor pool with water slide, hot tub, exercise room and guest laundry.
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Downtown Hinton: 2.2km
At our Hinton hotel we provide an affordable room and creature comforts and amenities. That's why we've outfitted all our rooms with modern luxuries like flat screen TVs, free high speed wireless internet, microwaves, and refrigerators. This means you can stay with us, and the only thing you won't get here that you'd find in Jasper is an oversized bill at checkout time.
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Downtown Hinton: 3.6km
Our Jasper bed and breakfast is located in stunning Jasper National Park. We provide free Wi-Fi, a microwave and a refrigerator in our rooms. Tea and coffee-making facilities and a dining area are featured. A furnished lounge offers a TV and DVD player. A desk is included for added convenience. Our library is available to you. Our property is non-smoking for more comfort.
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Downtown Jasper: 3.6km
Not far from the town of Jasper, this hostel gets you close to nature just up river from the powerful falls. Sleep in one of three rustic cabins and get together with your fellow nature-lovers in the cooking cabin or around the campfire to share stories and meals. Off-the-grid living: solar powered, fresh mountain well water.
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Downtown Jasper: 5km
Quietly nestled at the end of Jasper's main street where the mountains meet the town site, Maligne Lodge offers a relaxing haven in which guests can retreat after an adventurous day. Here, mornings bring the refreshing smell of crisp mountain air and evenings, the chance to sink into a cozy arm chair by a crackling fire with loved ones close by.
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Downtown Jasper: 5.9km
Our Jasper inn boasts heritage-style décor. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. A small refrigerator, a coffee maker, a TV and a seating area are provided in all unique guest rooms. Offering antique-style furnishings and wooden flooring, our rooms also include bathrobes for guest comfort. Select rooms feature a spa bath. Skiing at Marmot Basin is just 30 minutes' drive away.
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Downtown Jasper: 3.9km
Our lodge is a jewel in the Canadian Rockies, offering comfortable accommodation amongst the splendour of Canada's Rocky Mountains. Set in Jasper National Park, in Hinton, we also offer chalets for the perfect mountain getaway. We are committed to providing some of the best Jasper Park lodging available: come and experience what a true Canadian Mountain holiday can be.
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Downtown Jasper: 79.7km
Our new Jasper high end private adult only one-bedroom suite has a full kitchen and tiled bathroom with rain fall shower head. The house has been completely renovated. The suite, in the ground level, includes a separate bedroom with a queen bed, living area with a 47' LCD television, satellite tv, dvd player and free wireless internet. Full stainless steel kitchen. Breakfast is not served here.
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Downtown Jasper: 3.6km
Our Jasper inn offers complimentary bicycle rentals. Free WiFi access is available. Featuring a bath or shower, our private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Extras include linens, towels and ironing facilities. Some have a fireplace and a kitchenette. You will find a garden and a luggage and ski storage. We also offer free parking. Maligne Canyon is 9 km from the premises.
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Downtown Jasper: 4km
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