




Historic castle-style hotel with multiple wings including the Main Building and the Gatehouse.
19 features available
6 room types
1 queen or 1 queen + sofa bed
1 king + 1 queen + 1 single or 2 queens or 1 king/queen + sofa bed
1 king + 1 queen + 1 single or 2 queens or 1 king/queen + sofa bed
1 king + sofa bed
From
£280
per night
From
£550
per night
From
£950
per night
Banff sits within a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Canadian Rockies, approximately 130 kilometres west of Calgary. The Fairmont Banff Springs sits above the town of Banff itself, with ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes and a hotel shuttle providing connections to the wider resort area. Ski resorts within easy reach include Ski Banff at Mount Norquay, Sunshine Village, and Lake Louise — collectively forming one of Canada's largest ski areas. Banff town centre, a short ride away, offers independent restaurants, shops, and après-ski options. Transfers from Calgary International Airport are available as shared services, making arrival logistics manageable for groups flying in.
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Experience world-class skiing in the heart of Canada's first National Park.
Banff isn't just a ski destination; it is a historic mountain town nestled within the pristine wilderness of Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies. Serving as the ultimate alpine basecamp, it offers access to the world-renowned 'SkiBig3' resorts: Mt. Norquay, Banff Sunshine, and the Lake Louise Ski Resort. The combination of dramatic, jagged peaks, protected natural environments, and abundant wildlife makes skiing here a visually spectacular and truly unique experience. The skiing across the three resorts is legendary, characterized by light, dry champagne powder and sweeping, uncrowded slopes. From the family-friendly groomers and steep pitches of Mt. Norquay to the breathtaking alpine bowls of Lake Louise and the extreme freeride zones at Sunshine Village, there is nearly 8,000 acres of terrain to satisfy every level of skier and snowboarder. Beyond the slopes, Banff enchants visitors with its vibrant, bustling downtown, filled with top-tier restaurants, cozy pubs, and heritage architecture. After a long day on the mountain, relaxing in the thermal waters of the Banff Upper Hot Springs while gazing at the iconic Mt. Rundle is a quintessential Canadian Rockies experience.
The SkiBig3 area offers nearly 8,000 acres of skiable terrain spread across three distinct, unconnected mountains accessible via shuttle. Skiers can enjoy everything from long, rolling intermediate cruisers and gentle learning areas to some of North America's most extreme in-bounds freeride bowls.
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its towering peaks, glacier-fed lakes, and abundant wildlife.
An extreme, gated freeride zone requiring an avalanche beacon and a partner, offering 50-degree pitches and massive powder.
World-famous alpine bowls offering steep, wide-open powder lines and breathtaking views of the glaciers.
A fantastic network of rolling blue cruisers above the treeline with majestic vistas of the surrounding Rockies.
A gentle, wide-open beginner area perfect for first-timers to find their legs in a highly scenic setting.
A well-maintained park with progressive features, jumps, and rails, perfect for those looking to practice their freestyle skills.
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
1h 30min
145km
Regular scheduled bus transfers (like the Banff Airporter) run daily from Calgary Airport directly to Banff hotels. Plentiful parking at all three ski areas, plus free parking at the train station lot in Banff town.
Mid-November to Late May
Banff Sunshine often boasts one of the longest non-glacial ski seasons in North America, running until late May.
Lift passes
SkiBig3 Adult Day Pass (CAD 189), SkiBig3 Adult 6-Day Pass (CAD 1050)