The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise resort hotel is visited by snow worshippers and nature lovers to experience one of Canada’s finest ski areas, some of the world’s best outdoor adventure, superb Canadian cuisine and personalised service in the comfort of this luxury hotel.

Situated on the shores of world famous Lake Louise, surrounded by majestic peaks, thousand year old glaciers and pristine wilderness, it is no wonder why Lake Louise is one of Canada’s favourite outdoor playgrounds. Ski unrivaled terrain just minutes away at Lake Louise ski area, spread over four mountain faces, in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is recognized globally for environmental stewardship and responsible tourism values at the heart of this historic resort.Guests who favour the personalized service and unique attention to detail of a boutique hotel will want to explore our luxurious Fairmont Gold service. With a six million dollar expansion in 2008, this ‘hotel within a hotel’ features an exclusive lounge with private check-in and a dedicated concierge as well as complimentary deluxe breakfast, evening canapés and honour bar. The Fairmont Gold floor at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise resort features the finest guest rooms and suites in the Rocky Mountains.

The journey to this treasured Chateau is a scenic drive featuring unparalleled vistas of soaring mountains, roaring rivers and abundant wildlife; just two hours from Calgary via the Trans Canada highway. For the ultimate tour of this region, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel is also the perfect starting-point for one of Canada’s most scenic drives: The Icefields Parkway, which connects you to The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

After an invigorating day in the captivating wilderness, enjoy an eclectic dining experience in one of eight outstanding settings. From afternoon tea in the shadow of a glacier or fine dining; to an intimate wine bar, you will discover a unique opportunity to please your palette.

Allow the Fairmont’s Concierge to create a personalized vacation experience with an extraordinary array of year-round recreational activities. From family getaways to romantic escapes, Chateau Lake Louise resort hotel is the ideal destination. 

Winter presents a dramatic wonderland of unique recreation including world-class downhill skiing, heli-skiing, cross country skiing on miles of groomed trails, snow shoeing with a Mountain Heritage Guide,  ice skating through an ice castle on Lake Louise, dog sledding, horse drawn sleigh rides, canyon winter walks and hiking and snowmobiling; your adventure awaits right outside the Chateau’s doors.

In summer, the wilderness of our National Park offers activities such as hiking, canoeing, horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking and rafting. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise also offers a wide range of kid’s activities for our younger visitors to enjoy. 

Lake Louise Ski Area, 10 minutes away, is one of Canada’s largest ski areas, with a 990-metre (3,250-foot) vertical drop, spread over four mountain faces, over 1,700 skiable hectares (4,200 acres) and 113 named runs to choose from. For the past decade, Lake Louise has been the host site for the Men’s and Women’s World Cup ski races. Sunshine Village, only 40 minutes away, is a vast bowl of deep snow that averages 9 metres (30 feet) of powder from November to June-the longest ski season in Canada. Kicking Horse Resort-with many winter activities, including skiing and tubing-is a short drive into British Columbia. Take in the awesome views along the cross-country trails, accessible from your doorstep, or book an extreme adventure and the ultimate thrill-heli-skiing.

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The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise
Alberta, T0L 1E0, Canada