Hotels in Lake Louise
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Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise offers unsurpassed recreational and leisure opportunities sure to please the most discerning traveller. A relaxing stay in one of the area's well-appointed hotels makes a trip to this mountain getaway complete. Awe-inspiring scenery and all-season fun are the trademarks of this wilderness escape, and unlike other more bustling mountain towns, Lake Louise's simplicity lends itself to much more intimate and tranquil encounters with nature. After a day on the slopes, an afternoon of hiking or a sightseeing excursion, visitors will appreciate the conveniences and warm beds provided at area hotels. Luxurious suites, family-friendly accommodations, economy rooms and alpine-inspired, rustic retreats await.
IN THE TOWNSITE
In Lake Louise village proper, which is an approximate five-minute drive from the spectacular Lake Louise, an array of services and amenities are available to those who choose the hamlet as an overnight or extended-stay destination. Convenient to Moraine Lake, area hiking, downhill skiing, Banff and Jasper National Park, hotels in the townsite offer the best of all worlds. The family-friendly Lake Louise Inn offers a full range of accommodation choices to suit groups small and large, including economy rooms, executive king rooms, family suites, loft units and multi-bedroom options. In addition to standard hotel amenities, the property also features casual, on-site dining, an indoor pool facility, a laundrette and ski equipment storage. An excellent choice for a romantic getaway, the Post Hotel, a well-appointed mountain sanctuary, offers the full spectrum of room choices and features fine dining, a full-service spa, a Roman-inspired pool and a fitness centre. The attractive property, known for hosting the annual Wine Summit in late spring, is nestled among towering pines along the banks of the glorious Bow River and offers stunning mountain vistas.
SPECIAL MENTIONS
Standing sentinel over the majestic, turquoise-hued Lake Louise, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers complete year-round luxury in the heart of one of Canada's most prized destinations. Surrounded by mountain peaks and nestled opposite the magnificent Victoria Glacier, this upscale property offers scenery that is difficult to match. At the high end of the rate scale, the historic, impeccably appointed hotel offers luxurious guest rooms and suites, many of which offer panoramic lake and mountain views. Multiple dining experiences, a world-class fitness complex, a pampering spa facility, comprehensive business services and banquet capabilities are just a few of the on-site amenities.
Favouring a cozy atmosphere and natural feel over modern amenities, Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, located 40 km (25 mi) north of the Lake Louise townsite, offers rustic lodge-style accommodation, where rooms are basic and free of the distractions of televisions and telephones. Views of mountain peaks and the glistening waters of Bow Lake create a tranquil backdrop for a peaceful stay. Licensed on-site dining, a lounge and easy access to area attractions and amenities are offered.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Many of the aforementioned properties offer additional traveller services sure to make any vacation more pleasurable, including complimentary shuttle services to the Lake Louise Ski Area, Mount Norquay and Sunshine during the November-to-April ski season. Stay-and-play packages and shoulder-season promotions are also attractive to travellers looking for a great deal and convenience. Concierge services, including restaurant reservations, activity bookings and transportation arrangements, are an added benefit of a stay at a Lake Louise area hotel.
IN THE TOWNSITE
In Lake Louise village proper, which is an approximate five-minute drive from the spectacular Lake Louise, an array of services and amenities are available to those who choose the hamlet as an overnight or extended-stay destination. Convenient to Moraine Lake, area hiking, downhill skiing, Banff and Jasper National Park, hotels in the townsite offer the best of all worlds. The family-friendly Lake Louise Inn offers a full range of accommodation choices to suit groups small and large, including economy rooms, executive king rooms, family suites, loft units and multi-bedroom options. In addition to standard hotel amenities, the property also features casual, on-site dining, an indoor pool facility, a laundrette and ski equipment storage. An excellent choice for a romantic getaway, the Post Hotel, a well-appointed mountain sanctuary, offers the full spectrum of room choices and features fine dining, a full-service spa, a Roman-inspired pool and a fitness centre. The attractive property, known for hosting the annual Wine Summit in late spring, is nestled among towering pines along the banks of the glorious Bow River and offers stunning mountain vistas.
SPECIAL MENTIONS
Standing sentinel over the majestic, turquoise-hued Lake Louise, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers complete year-round luxury in the heart of one of Canada's most prized destinations. Surrounded by mountain peaks and nestled opposite the magnificent Victoria Glacier, this upscale property offers scenery that is difficult to match. At the high end of the rate scale, the historic, impeccably appointed hotel offers luxurious guest rooms and suites, many of which offer panoramic lake and mountain views. Multiple dining experiences, a world-class fitness complex, a pampering spa facility, comprehensive business services and banquet capabilities are just a few of the on-site amenities.
Favouring a cozy atmosphere and natural feel over modern amenities, Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, located 40 km (25 mi) north of the Lake Louise townsite, offers rustic lodge-style accommodation, where rooms are basic and free of the distractions of televisions and telephones. Views of mountain peaks and the glistening waters of Bow Lake create a tranquil backdrop for a peaceful stay. Licensed on-site dining, a lounge and easy access to area attractions and amenities are offered.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Many of the aforementioned properties offer additional traveller services sure to make any vacation more pleasurable, including complimentary shuttle services to the Lake Louise Ski Area, Mount Norquay and Sunshine during the November-to-April ski season. Stay-and-play packages and shoulder-season promotions are also attractive to travellers looking for a great deal and convenience. Concierge services, including restaurant reservations, activity bookings and transportation arrangements, are an added benefit of a stay at a Lake Louise area hotel.

