Condé Nast TravelerAug 22, 2026
Where to Stay Near Banff National Park for Incredible Views and Proximity to Lake Louise
No matter the season, here's where to stay in the birthplace of Canada's national parks system.
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- Sulphur MountainSightBook a table at the top for an elevated dining experience.
- Rimrock ResortHotelDramatically poised on the edge of Sulphur Mountain.
- Parker's TableRestaurantServes Canadian dishes featuring locally-sourced ingredients.
- Rimrock SocialRestaurantOffers an afternoon Art of Coffee ritual.
- Upper Banff Hot SpringsSightHot pool.
- Fairmont Banff SpringsHotelThe copper-roofed castle with a million-dollar view.
- Banff Springs Golf CourseSightBoasts one of the world's highest-ranked holes.
- Surprise Corner lookoutSightOffers a view of the Fairmont Banff Springs.
- Rundle BarRestaurantOffers a mixology class.
- Waldhaus RestaurantRestaurantServes warm fondue.
- GrapesRestaurantOffers a cheese board.
- Banff GondolaSight
- Elsewhere
- Fairmont Chateau Lake LouiseHotelLake Louise, CanadaOne of the most photographed spots in Canada.
- Moraine LakeSightLake Louise, CanadaGuests can use a private shuttle service.
- Big BeehiveTrailLake Louise, CanadaOffers jaw-dropping views of Lake Louise.
- Victoria GlacierSightLake Louise, CanadaFlanks the turquoise waters of Lake Louise.
- Big Beehive trailTrailLake Louise, CanadaOffers unmatched views of the surrounding scenery.
- Fairview Bar & RestaurantRestaurantLake Louise, CanadaEnjoy cocktails with a view.
- Post Hotel & SpaHotelLake Louise, CanadaEuropean elegance meets Rocky Mountain grandeur.
- Lake Louise Ski ResortSightLake Louise, CanadaFive minutes away from the hotel.
- Temple Mountain SpaPlaceLake Louise, CanadaOffers a Roman-inspired saltwater pool and hot tubs.
- Moraine Lake LodgeHotelLake Louise, CanadaPerched right on the shores of Moraine Lake.
- Valley of the Ten PeaksSightLake Louise, CanadaOffers stunning lake views.
