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Banff Accommodations
Banff Springs Hotel
Cornelius Van Horne, the president of the CPR, recognised the need for hotels along the CPR route. He had already built dining stations at three locations along the way, as it was impossible to serve meals through the steep sections of the route through the Rockies — the dining cars were too heavy. People began to ask for accommodation so that they could break their journey, and the dining stations were transformed into elegant resort hotels. In the late 19th century alpine destinations were popular, but wealthy travellers also wanted luxury and comfort. As hot springs and spas were also popular, Banff was a perfect location for a luxury hotel in a pristine mountain wilderness. When Van Horne first saw the site beside the Spray River he called it "the million dollar view." Van Horne hired New York architect, Bruce Price, to design the hotel. He borrowed the Swiss Chalet style and created an overall chateau effect, incorporating influences of French chateau, German Schloss, and English Tudor. The hotel opened in 1888. In 1926, a fire destroyed the north wing of the hotel, but business continued in the centre block and south wing. The old wood Tudor building was gradually being rebuilt using Rundle stone. The new hotel was completed by 1928, still in the chateau style but strongly influenced by 19th century Scottish Highland castles. The new manager, Michael Delahanty, was a talented decorator and was given the job of choosing furnishings. Spacious bedrooms with period fixtures and furniture, special suites for visiting royalty, and a ballroom illuminated by hidden lighting were all features of the new hotel. Patrons enjoyed excellent cuisine in the quiet elegance of the two main dining rooms, The Alhambra and The Fairholme, or had tea in The Riverview Lounge. A new wing and major renovations were completed during the 1980's and 90's. Today, the Banff Springs Hotel is considered Fairmont's "western Canadian flagship resort and conference centre." It boasts 17 restaurants, 50 shops, a 27-hole golf course and a five-pin-bowling centre. The hotel has maintained its high standard of cuisine with its own on-site butcher and bakery and 90 kitchen staff. The hotel's 770 spacious rooms offer a wide range of amenities, great views and many complimentary services. There is even a "Kids Check-in." Did you know? The Banff Springs Hotel serves over 1000 breakfasts each day, handles 2000 bags per day, and goes through 16,548 towels per week. Accommodations
Pieter's Room: Located in the wings, Fairmont rooms are comfortable for two occupants.
Fairmont Room: Located in the Main and Manor wings, Fairmont rooms are comfortable for two occupants.
Fairmont View Room: Fairmont View rooms are well-appointed guest rooms equipped with all standard amenities. These cozy rooms offer a variety of beautiful valley side views. Best suited for two occupants, they have a chair and table. Available on non-smoking floors only.
Deluxe Room: Deluxe rooms offer the largest regular guest accommodations at The Fairmont Banff Springs. Rooms are located in the Main building, Manor wing or in the Conference Centre and are suitable for up to four adult occupants.
Deluxe View Room: Deluxe View rooms are located throughout the hotel and offer a variety of beautiful valley side 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.
Signature Room: 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. SUITES
Junior Suite: Junior Suites offer spacious accommodations with a defined bedroom and sitting area all within one large room. These rooms are located in the Main or Manor Wings of the hotel:
Manor Wing: Junior Suites are designed to meet the needs of families. These rooms can accommodate a rollaway if needed. Please note that these rooms are available in non-smoking only.
One Bedroom Suite: 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 parlour.
Two Bedroom Suite: There are a limited number of Two Bedroom Suites available at the hotel. Located in the Main Wing, these suites offer two bedrooms and an adjoining parlour.
Honeymoon Suite: Honeymoon Suites are split-level rooms with staircases (some of them are spiral staircases).
Presidential Suite: The Presidential Suite offers unsurpassed luxury for the stay of a lifetime. The master bedroom ensuite bathroom is finished in marble and has a whirlpool and shower. The split level living room boasts a working wood-burning fireplace, grand piano and library. Entertaining is a delight in this suite that offers a pantry, separate guest bathroom and stereo.
The Presidential Suite also offers the opportunity to secure the seven Fairmont Deluxe bedrooms that comprise the full Presidential area, at which point the rooms are serviced by a private elevator to the 10th, 11th and 12th floors. Common Amenities All guest rooms at The Banff Springs Hotel offer the following amenities:
Contact Banff Springs Hotel MAILING ADDRESS405 Spray Avenue Banff, Alberta Canada T1L 1L4
Phone: 403.762.2211 |
