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The Fairmont Banff Springs Frommer's Recommended

405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J4
Rates from
$252.00+
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Location Around Town
Phone 800/441-1414, 403/762-2211
Fax 403/762-5755
Web site www.fairmont.com
Room Information 770 units
Prices C$469-C$699 double; C$719-C$769 suite. Rates include full breakfast and service charges
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV/VCR w/pay movies and video games, dataport, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron
Parking Valet parking C$28; self-parking C$21
Other P.O. Box 960

The Fairmont Banff Springs Review

Banff wouldn't be Banff without the Springs. Literally. Credited with kick-starting the modern local tourist trade, the stately stone building, looking like the mountain retreat of some opulent monarch, was the magnet that drew tourists west in the early part of the 20th century to discover the majesty of the Canadian Rockies for themselves. When the Canadian Pacific Railway opened its crown jewel property in 1888 it was an instant hit, and started the company on the road to being one of the country's premiere corporations (since its heyday in the '90s, it has since contracted, selling off most of its units, including its hotels, to Fairmont). The Springs has been added to, renovated, and reconstructed more times than anyone can count, but nothing dents its majestic air; it is still the signature hotel of the Rockies, and the level of service -- not to mention the prices -- reflect it. The rooms aren't huge, but expect sumptuous linens, fancy soaps and lotions, real art, and quality furniture. Bathrooms are small. Besides the basic Fairmont rooms, there are a slew of suites (ask for one in the Tudor House for more privacy). With the views, the spa, the history, and the near pageantry of service (the Springs maintains a staff of 1,200), this is an amazing testament to a bygone era of luxury.

Facilities: 15 restaurants; 3 lounges; Olympic-size pool; the famed Banff Springs golf course (considered one of the most scenic in the world); 4 tennis courts; the European-style Solace Spa, with mineral baths, a full range of beauty and health treatments, plus fitness training, nutritional consultation, and lifestyle programs; Jacuzzi; bike rental; concierge; tour and activities desk; business center; shopping arcade; 24-hr. room service; babysitting; laundry service; same-day dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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