Inside the world-famous FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS HOTEL (Canada): impressions & review

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[dougball]

As has been said by others, Banff is one of the most beautiful places on Earth. We just finished staying at the Fairmont hotels in Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff - all exquisite and all quite different. And yes, the gold floor staff makes your visit feel like a dream. And while the hotels were wonderful, they pale in comparison to the Rocky Mountains. Maligne Lake has 10 of the 20 tallest peaks in the Canadian Rockies around it. Thank you again to all our Canadian neighbors for making our two week stay in Alberta and British Columbia a trip to remember.

[TH-tlsy]

My family used to rent a lodge in Banff every Christmas/New Years and every New Years day we'd go to the Banff Springs for the New Years Day brunch, absolutely exquisite! Best brunch I've ever had.

[deezhole]

I absolutely LOVE Fairmont hotels. This one in Banff Springs has taken my breath away. Thanks for sharing.

[ianhamilton]

WOW thank you! What a trip down memory lane. Spent the year 1980 working as a waiter in the Alhambra serving lunch to Japanese tour groups and the evening in the Rob Roy - which, at the time, featured the finest Alberta AAA beef and chops. We were taught a hybrid of French service with Chateaubriands carved at the table, and Flambes for desserts. Had the great honour to serve Mr Ivor Petrak on most nights, and I believe many years later the Rob Roy is now the Ivor Petrak room. What a great teacher he was as the legendary GM of The Springs. He did so much for the hotel and opening Alberta and British Columbia to Asian guests. And I am told he knew about the staff fire pit out past the golf course which, to a legion of young English and French Canadians where debauchery and shenanigans took place almost nightly. To say nothing of the day I dropped a soup on a Japanese guest at lunch one day and Mr Petrak asked me about it at dinner - thought I would have a massive coronary right then and there at the ripe age of 20, but he let it slide. RIP Mr Petrak. If you're looking at this video and inspired, its well worth the visit. Thank you for this.

[geraldcragle]

As an American Automobile Association field Representative and stationed in Calgary, inspecting hotels and restaurants there, I drove the 160 miles round trip in one day just to have lunch at the Banff and take in the experience of this fine old hotel. It has left a wonderful lasting memory. Thank you for this excellent video. Brought back many great memories.

[mothergoose]

Never seen the Fairmont in Banff before. It does look rather majestic. We didn't see too many of the outdoor patios or decks among the mountains but that would bring it all home about where you are. Can just imagine having a cup of tea in the clear mountain air.

[haitolawrence]

Beautifully filmed and edited, informative AND above all relaxing to watch...Thank you very much! :)

[cherylcampbell]

Husband and I stayed there when they had the Winter Olympics in Calgary. So very beautiful with the snow. Fell in love with Canada.💕

[edwardauyeung]

I don’t know if this was mentioned here in the comments section, but the Vermillion Room is famous for its Sunday brunch. It’s a must for those who are staying at the Banff Springs Hotel on any given Sunday. From 11:30am to 2:00pm, guests can enjoy the brunch buffet that is served there. A reservation is the best way to get a table. As for prices, it is C$69 per adult and C$35 per child.

[SandraNelson]

This hotel began all those years ago as a tourist lure, to get folks to use the railway system. Canada was dependent on the railways to move freight and people from one coast to the other. Having a beautiful hotel set among gorgeous scenery right near a railway station was a very tempting destination for the "upper" class of traveller.

[johnluke]

This was the largest hotel in the world when it was built.

[Digitalsurfer]

I stayed here years ago and loved it. I miss it so much, there is so much to see and experience. It was very cozy in the winter and there was even a wild herd of elk in the yard shown at 11:30. This place is truly magical, from the atmosphere of calming music to the year round outdoor pool.

[LoganCharlesII]

That brings tears to your eyes it's so beautiful! I know I may never be able to afford to stay there but I would sure love to see it in person one day.

[Damremont]

We visited Banff Springs three nights. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will go again. I love exploring and went all over the hotel. It's massive. I like heritage hotels and oftentimes you find that an old hotel, while grand may be a little tattered at the edges. You don't notice this as much at Banff Springs. For the most part the fabric of the hotel is very well cared for. One of my favourite spots is the Wine Bar which is a wonderful room in the hotel's old library. Completely panelled with mullioned and leaded pane windows it looks like a room out of an old stately home. Beautiful.

[low]

Banff is one of the most beautiful places on Earth. We were there many, many years ago and saw elk just walking around the town. We wandered around and got lost too. So much fun! Do they still have the indoor miniature golf course? We enjoyed that and having a waltz in one of the empty ballrooms. Your tour was lovely. Thank you!

[suzannecooney]

Went there for a week with my husband...excellent meals...small rooms ..but upgraded for our last two days to one of the suites in the spires at the top at each end..the bed room is in the spire at the top.The shower is all glass wall window ...fantastic...vue to the mountain....library...best room in the hotel.

[UnknwnGuy]

I live in calgary and visit this hotel often. The spa pools are a must

[monicamason]

Wow. I want to stay one day. Banff was a day trip in the summer, growing up in Calgary. I loved visiting the town.

[AnneMB]

Been here from Australia. Wonderful view from hotel room. Memories.

[GoWestYoungMan]

Banff and the Icefields Parkway: the most beautiful places I've ever been.