On one side there is a glacier-fed river and the sublime peace of a protected wilderness paradise known around the world as Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with wildlife, wide-open spaces and jaw-dropping mountain views as far as the eye can see. On the other side, just steps away, lies the charming community of Banff with first-class amenities, superior shopping, and a wide variety of lively entertainment, restaurants and cultural attractions. With 211 bright spacious rooms that sport step-out balconies to enjoy the fresh alpine air, we are Banff's only 4-Star Canada Select full-service resort hotel and conference centre and the highest-rated independent hotel in Canada (Four Green Leaf) when it comes to our environmental programs. Regular guests loyally return each year for our friendly, relaxed and attentive service, convenient location and our casual Rocky Mountain atmosphere. Re-energize yourself in our recreation facilities including a eucalyptus-infused steam room, invigorating hot plunge bath and Jacuzzi tub, lounge in a comfortable leather club chair with your favorite beverage in front of a cozy fire, or enjoy fine Canadian cuisine in one of our two restaurants. Year-round adventures are just outside our doors. Whether it's canoeing on the Bow River next to the hotel, hiking the nearby walking trails that ribbon through the forest or an exhilarating bike ride through the Bow Valley, within minutes from the hotel you can find peace, quiet and solitude. In the winter, you can rent skates and glide around a cleared oval on the river, try your hand at dog sledding, or catch a convenient bus to three distinctive ski and snowboarding resorts. Cruise the art galleries, local museums that celebrate Banff's rich history, or shop for unique hand-made gifts in locally-owned shops. The Banff Park Lodge offers a rare opportunity to experience the best of adventures or shopping, both available within minutes of the hotel. Getting here is easy Banff is located just 90 minutes west of the Calgary International Airport. Guests can choose to take an airport shuttle service, a private taxi, or rent a car for the 130 kilometers (83 miles) trip. Dec 2008 Groups big and small we can handle them all Bright sunshine and stimulating mountain views fill the floor-to-ceiling windows that line our distinctive meeting rooms, and with 18,000 square feet of function space we can easily accommodate groups from five to 500. Specialty groups of all sizes from corporate functions to intimate weddings and reunions will find it easy to customize menus, add interesting decor to themed events and organize activities. Whether it's a large plenary session with rear screen projection or smaller breakout seminars, themed cocktail events or banquets, exclusive executive boardroom set-ups and hospitality suites, everything is under one roof and easy to navigate. No two rooms are alike, but they all come equipped with high-speed internet and our audio visual company can supply state-of-the-art AV needs. Eating and drinking fresh options available for everyone. Chinook Restaurant Tantalizing and delicious menu choices range from light snacks and health-conscious meals to a la carte dining and internationally-themed buffets in a comfortable casual room that seat 140 people. A private dining room with seating up to 30 people is available. Terrace Dining Room Sample exotic wild game, the finest in AAA Alberta beef, fresh seafood and gourmet regional Canadian cuisine in an intimate upscale room that seats 90 people just next to the lobby. Terrace LoungeUnwind in a comfortable leather club chair at the end of the day with your friends for a quiet cocktail or a light snack. Large screen televisions will keep you up to date on your favorite team. Room ServiceEnjoy a hot breakfast in bed or enjoy a full range of delicious menu options from 7 a.m. to midnight conveniently delivered to your room. Available Hotel Services ParkingHeated indoor parking and on-site motor coach parking Concierge24-hour services, valet parking, tour activities, etc. Recreationindoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, hot plunge bath, eucalyptus-infused steam room, and exercise room with free weights, treadmill, elliptical trainers and stationary bikes. Security24-hour on-site duty manager, secure electronic room entry, property wide sprinkler system and smoke detectors. InternetWireless high speed internet and internet kiosk in the lobby ShoppingBeauty salon, news stand and retail shops StorageSecure storage space for skis, snow boards, bikes, luggage etc. OtherSelf laundry facilities, valet laundry, ATM AwardsAlberta Housekeeping Award for several years in a row Dec 2008 211 Guest Rooms and Suites All our rooms and suites are restful and quiet, well-appointed and comfortably casual and all our guest rooms include Cable TV with pay-per view movies Direct dial telephones with voice mail In-room safe Clock radio / Coffee maker Individual climate control Convenience fridge Table with two chairs and large dresser Ample closet space Iron & board Hair dryer Private bathroom with full bath Private balcony or walk out patio Superior Rooms Each room is stylishly decorated and is appointed with a full bath and double vanity and boast close to 400 square feet of space. There are 142 with two queen beds, 38 with a king bed and a sofa bed, and 12 that include a king bed and jetted tub that adjoin to another room. Deluxe Jacuzzi Rooms Relax in a two-person Jacuzzi, stretch out on a king sized bed and enjoy the spacious bathroom with its two-person walk-in shower and double vanity. Some of these eight rooms adjoin to a Superior Room with two queen beds or a Parlour Suite. Executive Suites These three business suites boast a separate living room with an elegant sitting area, dining area, television, as well as a spacious bedroom with a king bed, television and closet. Luxurious granite stone accents the bathroom, along with a jetted tub, body spray shower and expansive double vanity. These suites are ideally for small corporate gatherings, either in a meeting or social setting. Lodge Suites There's ample space for a family of six in these six suites that are double the size of our superior rooms, with two queen beds, sitting area with sofa bed, television, DVD player and microwave. The suite has two full size granite-accented bathrooms, one with a jetted tub and vanity and one with a two-person walk-in shower with 4 shower heads and vanity. These suites are ideally for medium sized corporate gatherings, either in a meeting or social setting. Parlour Suites The two Parlour Suite will give you the feeling of being home with a comfy sitting area, cozy gas fireplace and a bar area with a convenience fridge and microwave. Each Parlour Suite comes with a king bed, a granite-finished bathroom with jetted tub, double vanity and body spray shower. Live it up and check into the Royal Suite which combines a Parlour Suite with a Deluxe Jacuzzi Room on one side and a Superior Room with jetted tub on then other. These suites are ideally for small corporate gatherings, either in a meeting or social setting. Dec 2008