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The Fairmont Banff Springs |
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The Fairmont Banff Springs
Box 960
Banff, AB T0L 0C0
Nightly Rates (405.27 - 441.37)
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Property Description |
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William Van Horne, General Manager of Canadian Pacific Railways, is credited with recognizing the tourist potential of the hot springs near the station of Banff. His vision was fueled by the philosophy "If we can't export the scenery, we will import the tourists" and thus began the campaign to design a luxury hotel amidst the beautiful mountain scenery of the Canadian Rockies. To travel there, the visitors would naturally arrive via the Canadian Pacific Railway, and Van Horne proposed the establishment of a series of luxury hotels along the railway line through the Rocky and Selkirk Mountains. In 1886, Van Horne commissioned Bruce Price of New York, one of the foremost architects of the day, to draw up plans for a hotel to be built above the confluence of the Bow and the Spray Rivers overlooking the beautiful Bow Valley. Construction started in the spring of 1887 and the hotel officially opened on June 1, 1888. The Fairmont Banff Springs was finished in 1928 and over the years has been lovingly maintained and restored to retain its original grandeur. The furniture for the hotel was made by Castle & Son Manufacturing of Montreal, and the pieces are exact replicas of original designs from European castles and manor houses. The Fairmont Banff Springs has been open year round since 1969, and since that time, all the rooms have been remodelled, as have the swimming pool and health facilities. In the spring of 1989, a new golf clubhouse and nine additional holes were added to the Banff Springs Golf Course, rolling out 27 holes of spectacular mountain golf. With the need for expansion, a $23 million state-of-the-art conference centre opened in January 1991, increasing the total meeting space to 76,000 sq ft. In August 1995, the hotel opened Solace - The Spa, its fabulous European-style spa. The Fairmont Banff Springs continues to follow Van Horne's dictum of dynamic expansion and excellence. Offering something for vacationers and business visitors alike, it also endures as a meeting place for the world's fashionable and wealthy. On March 22, 1992, The Fairmont Banff Springs was declared a historical site by the Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. |
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Amenities |
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AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Barber/Beauty Shop
Business Center
Coffee Maker in Room
Concierge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Express Checkout
Fishing
Golf
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Modem Lines in Room
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
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Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pets Allowed
Pool
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe Deposit Box
Shops/Commercial Services
Skiing
Fitness Center or Spa
Tennis
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
VIP Rooms/Services
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Room Information |
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Fairmont Room
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Located in the Main and Manor wings, Fairmont Rooms are comfortable for two occupants. Bed Type: one King, one Queen bed, 2 Twin beds, or one Queen bed plus one Twin bed. Size: approximately 185 sq. ft. View: woodland and mountains
Fairmont Deluxe
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Deluxe rooms offer the largest regular guest accommodations at The Fairmont Banff Springs. Rooms are located in the Main or Manor wings or in the Conference Centre and are suitable for up to four adult occupants. Bed Type: one King, one Queen, two Twins, two Queen, or one Queen plus one Twin bed Size: 210 sq. ft. View: Mountain
Deluxe View Room
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Deluxe View rooms are located throughout the hotel and offer a variety of beautiful valley views. More spacious than Fairmont rooms, they are perfect for travelers requiring more living space. Comfortable for up to four people, they are available on smoking and non-smoking floors. Bed Type: one King, one Queen, two Singles, one Queen plus one Single or two Queen beds Size: 210 sq. ft. View: Bow Valley
Signature Room
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Signature Rooms are luxuriously furnished in Scottish Highland or elegant traditional decor. Rooms are located in the Main or Manor wings of the hotel. There are two configurations for the Signature room. Main Wing: Signature rooms have unique architectural features that reflect the era in which the Hotel was constructed. These rooms are comfortable for two people and are available in smoking or non-smoking. Bed Type: one King or one Queen bed Size: 260 sq. ft. View: Bow Valley or Mountain Manor Wing: Signature rooms are comfortable and designed to reflect the familiar surroundings of home. These elegant traditional-styled rooms can accommodate from two to four people depending on bed configuration. Bed Type: one King or two Queen beds Size: 260 sq. ft. View: Bow Valley or Mountain
Junior Suite
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Junior Suites offer spacious accommodations with a defined bedroom and sitting area all within one large room. Located in the Main or Manor Wings of the hotel: Main Wing Junior Suites are available in either smoking or non-smoking. Suitable for 2 people. Bed Type: one Queen plus Sofabed, or one Queen, one twin and a Sofabed Size: 264 sq. ft. View: woodland Manor Wing Junior Suites are designed to meet the needs of families. Can accommodate a rollaway if needed. Please note that these rooms are available in non-smoking only. Bed Type: two Queen beds Size: 305 sq. ft. View: woodland
One Bedroom Suite
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One-Bedroom suites are designed for guests that require more living space than traditional rooms. Located in both the Main Wing and the Tudor House, the suites offer a bedroom with an adjoining parlor. Bed Type: one King bed plus the Sofabed or 2 Queen beds plus the Sofabed Size: 400 sq. ft. View: spectacular view of the Bow River Valley and the surrounding mountains
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Miscellaneous Information |
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Canadian Dollars is the native currency.
Check in time is 4pm
Check out time is 12pm
Time Zone is Mountain
Opened in 1888
Renovated in SUMMER 2002 - All restoration projects have been completed. September 2002 ? January 2003 - 2nd floor guest rooms will be completed.
770 rooms.
0 suites.
9 floors.
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Directions |
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Approx. 2 hour drive. TransCanada HWY 1 West Exit at Banff townsite on the right In Banff take the first exit into Banff. At the stop sign turn left on Banff Ave. Follow Banff Ave to the end and over a bridge. After the bridge, turn left and stay in the left lane...this street wil take them directly to the front doors of the hotel.
Approx. 10 hours driving time from Vancouver. Trans-Canada highway 1 East. (via Revelstoke, Golden) Taken off travel time if turn off for Coquihalla Hwy 18 is taken (approx 2 hours) In Banff take the first exit into Banff. At the stop sign turn left on Banff Ave. Follow Banff Ave to the end and over a bridge. After the bridge, turn left and stay in the left lane...this street wil take them directly to the front doors of the hotel.
Approx. 4.5 hours driving time from Edmonton. Highway 2 south to Calgary (via Red Deer) Trans Canada Hwy 1 West Exit Banff to townsite on the right. In Banff take the first exit into Banff. At the stop sign turn left on Banff Ave. Follow Banff Ave to the end and over a bridge. After the bridge, turn left and stay in the left lane...this street will take them directly to the front doors of the hotel.
Highway 93 north (Via Radium) In Banff take the first exit into Banff. At the stop sign turn left on Banff Ave. Follow Banff Ave to the end and over a bridge. After the bridge, turn left and stay in the left lane...this street wil take them directly to the front doors of the hotel.
Located on Spray Avenue on the banks of the scenic Bow River (a 10 minute walk from downtown Banff) and cradled by the surrounding majestic Rocky Mountains, Fairmont's "Castle in the Rockies" is situated within the borders of Banff National Park. The Fairmont Banff Springs was designed and built in 1888 in the style of a stately 19th century Scottish Baronial castle. The Banff Springs lies just 130 km west of Calgary, on the scenic Trans-Canada Highway.
Calgary International Airport150 kms./90 Miles
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Guarantee Policy |
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All reservations must be guaranteed to a Credit Card.Please see Christmas Cancellation Policy for Deposit information. |
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Cancellation Policy |
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XCL is 72hrs prior to arrival date **Except for Arrivals from Dec. 20/04 - Jan. 3/05: Deposit charged on 1-Bedrm Suites & Junior Suites. Full prepayment due 30 days after booking & 1 night room and tax will be forfeited if XCLD within 30 prior to arrival |
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Restaurant Information |
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Banffshire Club (fine dining)
Dress Code: Jacket is required for gentlemen, tie optional, No denim Reservations required This elegant and luxurious haven offers contemporary North American cuisine featuring the freshest ingredients prepared in a most innovative fashion. In many ways the Banffshire Club suggests the extravagance, subdued elegance, and intimacy of a private dining room. There are rich, luxurious tapestries, fine food and wines and a delightful live harpist making the Banffshire an unforgettable experience. Please Note: The Banffshire Club is not included in the Castle Experience, Canadian Rockies Experience or the Ultimate Golf Retreat) - On these packages guests get a $60 credit per person per day towards dining in the Banffshire Club. Location: on the Mezzanine Level 1 of main building (just above the main lobby) Dinner only, Fine dining Winner of the 2001 Wine spectator award of excellence for their wine list. Wine and Liquor - ARFEX - Alberta Restaurant and Food Service Award. Extensive Wine Lists, including over 500 labels, prices range from $40 to $6000. Smoke Free Environment Fairmont Banff Springs's Fine Dining experience Table d'hôte -- $90 to $110 per person (two, three or four courses) Hours of Operation: Sunday & Tuesday to Thursday - 6:00pm to 9:00pm Friday & Saturday - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Bow Valley Grill (family dining)
Dress Code: Resort Casual Reservations are recommended for dinner however walk-ins will be accepted, subject to availability. Location: on mezzanine level 1 (just above the main lobby) Savour the finest and freshest seasonal market cuisine while overlooking the Fairholme Mountain Range. From May 1 to September 30, 2002 the Bow Valley Grill offers a fantastic lunch buffet featuring fresh made soups, garden fresh salads, fresh baked breads, our chef?s daily pizza creations, hot entrées and a delightful selection of desserts, for $26.95 per person. Included with every buffet lunch is a guided Historic Castle Tour. Please check with the Maitre d? for tour times and availability on day of service. An impressive open kitchen provides an opportunity to see our talented chefs in action. Hours of Operation: Breakfast Buffet (Monday - Saturday) 6:30am - 11:00am $25.00 Brunch (Sunday) 10:30am to 2:30pm Luncheon Menu (Monday - Saturday) 11:30am - 6:00pm Lunch Buffet (Monday - Saturday) 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A la carte dinner menu from 6:00pm to 9:30pm
Castello Ristorante
Dress code: Resort Casual Reservations: recommended Location: in the Manor Wing "Italian Courtyard in the Castle" Savour the delicious flavours of Italy when you join us for dinner at Castello Ristorante. It will be a feast for the senses offering true Italian ambiance and fine Italian cuisine. Experience a very special evening of exquisite Italian fare including: bruschetta, veal cutlets, gourmet pizza, pasta, rib eye steak, lemon peppered seabass and minestrone soup. The food is complemented by our fantastic wine list. Entrées range from $14.00 to $29.00 (+ tax and gratuities) Smoke free environment. Hours of Operation: Open: from 6:00pm to 9:30pm for dinner, every day of the week.
Castle Pantry
Location: on the main level of the hotel A delicious selection of gourmet foods for those on the go. The Castle Pantry features a selection of tasty salads, sushi, sandwiches, soups and chili. Choose from a wide selection of beverages and treats to take on a picnic or enjoy in our comfortable Seating area. Smoke-free environment No reservations Open 24 hours a day
Golf Clubhouse (open May to September)
Breathtaking views of legendary fairways, sparkling rivers and majestic mountains make the Clubhouse at the Golf Course a perfect haven for visitors. Our Stanley Thompson Luncheon Buffet offers an assortment of succulent fare, while our all day menu will be sure to satisfy your appetite. Hours of Operation: Hours may vary in early and late season Breakfast 7:00am - 10:00am (subject to change) All day menu 11:00am - 9:00pm Dinner features starting at 5:00pm Lounge menu from 11:00am - 10:00pm Breakfast: Continental Breakfast Buffet and wide selection of A la Carte items such as eggs benedict, French Toast and Pancakes. All Day menu: From a Selection of Wraps, Sandwiches and Fresh Salads to more consistent items such as Lasagna, Quiche and Fish & Chips. Dinner: Mouth watering food items such as Ribeye Steak, Ribs and Lamb Chops.
Grapes Wine and Bistro
Dress Code: Resort Casual Reservations are not accepted Smoke Free Environment Located on mezzanine level of main building Rustic Canadian intimate setting, specializing in a generous selection of vintage wines Exquisite flavours of fondues, pates, cheese, salads and sumptuous specials for dinner Open 7 days a week for dinner only from 5:30pm - 10:00pm Entrees range from $11.95 to $22.95
Ramsay Lounge
Dress Code: Resort Casual Reservations: no Location: Located upstairs above the Manor Lobby, beside the Castello Ristorante, the Ramsay Lounge is a hideaway in the Manor Wing where you can enjoy a quiet interlude and cocktail in our cigar-friendly lounge. Before or after an exquisite meal in Castello Ristorante, make your way to the Ramsay Lounge. While relaxing in our hideaway in the Manor, enjoy a quiet interlude with a singlemalt scotch or a martini in our cigar friendly lounge. Smoking allowed Hours of Operation: Daily from 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Rundle Lounge
Dress Code: Resort Casual Reservations: No Location: on Mezzanine level 2 of the hotel Pleasant and bright by day, enchanting and intimate by night, the Rundle Lounge is where you can come and explore tried and true drinks of yesteryear, like the Cosmopolitan, the Brandy Alexander, the Martini and the Manhattan. You will be delighted by all our potables that compliment your view of the spectacular Bow Valley in an intimate and relaxing atmosphere. Sir William Wallace Room The Sir William Wallace Room is a cigar Lounge located on Mezzanine Level I, just under the Rundle Lounge. There will be service available nightly form June to September Hours of Operation: 7 days a week from 12:00pm - 1:00am Nightly live piano music Smoking and non-smoking sections (No cigar or pipe smoking)
Afternoon Tea (in the Rundle Lounge)
From June 1st to September 30th Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday from 2:00pm - 5:00pm A hallowed English custom makes it way to the Canadian Rockies. Join us for traditional afternoon tea in the magnificent Rundle Lounge, and enjoy a refreshing cup of tea and delectable pastries in a friendly, relaxing atmosphere. Gaze upon breath-taking views of Bow Valley as you dine... it?s a tradition you?ll quickly adopt as your own. Cost: $24.95 Menu Items: Petit Fours, Elegant Tea sandwiches with ingredients such as tomato, watercress, cucumber, cream cheese, one meat sandwich being ham or chicken, Freshly baked Scones, Crumpets and Fruit Salad. Assortment of Tea, including the Banff Springs Hotel own Blend of tea.
Samurai Restaurant
Dress code: Resort Casual Reservations: recommended Experience the true taste of Japan at the Samurai Restaurant. You will find the freshest and finest sushi in town and shabu shabu as well as other traditional specialties in authentic Japanese surroundings. Let our Sushi Chefs and friendly staff inform you about our fresh seafood and sushi. Located: Lobby level of the hotel, across from the Fairmont Store. Seasonal Hours: from 6:00pm to 10:00pm for dinner Japanese-speaking server and sushi chef are always available. Entrées range from $26.00 to $38.00 (+ tax and gratuities)
Alhambra Dining Room
Seasonal - Open June to September Opening June 1, 2002 Dress Code: Resort Casual Reservations: Recommended Located on the Mezzanine 2 Level Hours of Operation: Breakfast: 6:30am to 11:30am Dinner: 6:00pm to 10:00pm For dinner enjoy favourites such as Prime Rib, salmon and beef tenderloin to freshly prepared salads and indulgent desserts Live music of the High Life Band celebrating the golden era Smoke Free environment
Bow Valley Terrace
Weather permitting, Open from June to August Our outdoor terrace offers the most spectacular view in Banff and a tantalizing lunch menu. Located on Lobby Level, beside the Samurai Restaurant. Serve snacks and drinks, ice-cream, etc.
Waldhaus Restaurant
Now closed for the season - reopens May 15, 2002 Dress code: Resort Casual Reservations recommended Location: a short walk from the hotel The Waldhaus is the Banff Springs? " House in the Forest". The Bavarian Cottage-style building was erected in 1927 to be used as the Banff Springs Clubhouse and is set on the edge of the Golf Course and the Spray River. The menu consists of authentic German dishes such as cheese and beef fondue, schnitzels, smoked rainbow trout, pheasant ragout, roasted duck, venison medallions, sauerbraten, chocolate fondue and apple strudel. Entrées range from $23.00 to $29.00 Non-smoking environment Hours of Operation: Open daily from 6:00pm to 9:00pm for dinner Note: Will be closed on May 22, 23, 29, 30, 2002!
Waldhaus Pub
Now closed for Renovations until middle of June, 2002 Dress code: Resort Casual Reservations: no Location: in the downstairs of the Walhaus Restaurant. Cozy and casual style pub offering multiple locally brewed bottled beer, as well as beer on tap Smoking allowed Full Pub Menu available Hours of Operation: Summer from 3:30pm to 1:00am Cue up at the pool table, throw some darts or catch the latest sports on the televisions
In-Room Dining
In-Room Dining is available from 7:00am to 12:00am The Castle pantry is available from Midnight to 7am for the Early Birds. Castle Pizza menu available from 11:00am to 12:00am There is a Castle Pizza and an in-room dining menu including a Children's Menu in all guest rooms
Kosher Food
There is no kosher kitchen at the Banff Springs; they do have an agreement with a facility in Calgary; If you require kosher food it is possible with prior arrangement with the Hotel. Must be advised at least two weeks prior to date of service Royal Service Agents have the necessary forms. Telephone: 1-403-762-1733
Special Dietary Needs
Should you have have any special dietary requirements, or strict religious practices, please contact the Concierge or Royal Service prior to your stay, in order to ensure your needs can be met. Requirements should also be advised when booking dining reservations.
Sunday Brunch
Dress Code: Resort Casual (Jacket and tie are not required however many people do dress up) Reservations: required - Please book early to avoid disappointment 1-403-762-6860 Please Note: If you are on a Bed & Breakfast rate and want to have the Sunday Brunch instead of the à la carte or buffet breakfast, you may do so for a surcharge of $10.00 Bow Valley Grill (Smoke Free Environment) Hours of Operation: Every Sunday from 10:30am to 2:30pm Brunch Buffet features: Cold Buffet (cold meats & cheeses), Seafood Buffet, Salads, Eggs Benedict, Bacon, Eggs, Pasta Station and Dessert Buffet. Juices, milk, coffee and tea are also included. Parking for in-house guests: Maitre? D will validate up to 3 hours of complimentary parking (not valid for valet parking). Prices: Regular Sunday Brunch Adults: $35.00 Children ages 6 to 12 years: $9.95 Children 5 and under Free Credit card required for groups of eight or more. Special brunches (Mother's Day, New Year's, etc.) require a credit card for any size of group at time of reservation booking.
Breakfast Information
For guests on the Bed & Breakfast package, breakfast is served: Bow Valley Grill a la carte and buffet breakfast Monday - Saturday 6:30am - 11:30am Sunday 6:30am - 9:30am Sunday Brunch 10:30am - 2:30pm Alhambra dining room a la carte and buffet breakfast 6:30am - 11:00am Clubhouse Restaurant: 7:15am - 11:00am Brunch upgrade: If you are on a rate including breakfast and want to have the Sunday Brunch instead of the à la carte or buffet breakfast, you may do so for a surcharge of $10.00/person
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Meeting Facility |
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Meeting Space
Total amount of meeting space is 76000 sq feet including... - 55 unique meeting rooms if varying capacities - Van Horne Ballroom at 15070 sq feet - 1600 ppl - 250 seat Amphitheatre - themed events and conferences are available - full array of audio - visual equipment available - extensive catering options
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