Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Lake Louise, Alberta

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Fairmont Lakeview Room
Belgian style sleigh ride
Lakeview Lounge
Lake Louise
Glacier Saloon
Deluxe Room, Guest Room, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
Banff National Park
The Poppy Brasserie
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Fairmont Lakeview Room
Belgian style sleigh ride
Lakeview Lounge
Lake Louise
Glacier Saloon
Deluxe Room, Guest Room, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
Banff National Park
The Poppy Brasserie

The hotel

Surrounded by mountain peaks and a beautiful crystal-clear lake, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is an exclusive hotel offering a superb standard of accommodation and hospitality. An area offering a host of outdoor activities, you will not be short of things to do to fill your time. With world-class skiing in the winter along with ice-skating, snowmobiling and horse drawn sleigh rides to mountain biking, river rafting and scenic hiking in the summer, you are simply spoilt for choice! After an action-packed day, head back to your luxurious retreat in the mountains and savour the authentic culinary offerings, or rejuvenate your mind and body at the spa.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Babysitting service
  • Ski
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Located in Banff National Park, overlooking Lake Louise. 45-minute drive from Banff. The ski lifts are 10-minutes away. Transfer time from Calgary Airport: 2 hours 10 minutes.

Hotel information

552 guest rooms on 8 floors in 1 building with 8 lifts. Rooms with cable TV with pay-per-view films*, WiFi, telephone, alarm clock/radio, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, hairdryer and iron and board. Fairmont Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Fairmont Lake View Rooms are as Fairmont Rooms but with views of Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Rooms are larger in size with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Fairmont Gold Rooms are located on the 7th and 8th floors, with private check-in and access to the exclusive Fairmont Gold Lounge which offers Continental breakfast, tea and coffee and complimentary evening canapés (5:00pm-7:00pm), sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Fairview (upscale dining, open for dinner), The Walliser Stube (rustic European alpine restaurant and wine bar, open for dinner Mon-Sat), Alpine Social (craft beer, Canadian whiskey, cocktails and hearty comfort food), Poppy Brasserie (open for buffet and á la carte breakfast), Lago Italian Kitchen (open for dinner), Chateau Deli (open 24-hours; take out sandwiches, pastries) and the Lakeview Lounge (cocktails and afternoon tea with a majestic view of Lake Louise). Full-service spa (treatments*). Health Club with indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool, steam room and fitness centre with cardio-equipment and free weights. WiFi* access throughout the hotel. Horse sleigh rides* around the lake. Gift shops. Babysitting* (on request). Concierge service. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Room service*. The hotel has the most frequent ski shuttle in the Canadian Rockies to the Lake Louise ski area. Valet parking approx CA$35 per day or self-parking approx CA$30 per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

2 nights: 24-26 Dec '18, 15-17 Feb '19 and 19-20 Apr '19.

*Denotes local charge.

 

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Afternoon tea

Aug 11, 2025 Jacklyn E

We had an amazing experience with afternoon tea at Fairmont Chateau lake Louise. Our server Julia was very accommodating & very hospitable. She did an amazing job as a server. Can’t wait to bring my family next time we come back here
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible views but very expensive

Aug 11, 2025 Bowlerx_424 West Chester, Pennsylvania

Absolutely incredible view of Lake Louise and her glacier! All the tourists seem to want to come inside this hotel but are prohibited. Lots of high end shops in lobby and at least 4 restaurants. Some clearly better than others. Loved Fairview but not Lakeview…We had a lake view room with the view but rooms are relatively small with a tiny… Read more
Absolutely incredible view of Lake Louise and her glacier! All the tourists seem to want to come inside this hotel but are prohibited. Lots of high end shops in lobby and at least 4 restaurants. Some clearly better than others. Loved Fairview but not Lakeview…We had a lake view room with the view but rooms are relatively small with a tiny bathroom. Nicely appointed. lovely little chocolates and bubbly water brought to room. Staff everywhere was incredible. Restaurants change menus regularly which confused us so review at door before you commit! We wanted the lobster roll but it was off menu suddenly. The chicken we got was disappointing. The desserts were not! I will say they take food allergies much more seriously than most restaurants. Breakfast is expensive but extensive. Didn’t care for scrambled eggs. fruit and danish were to die for. Expansive cold buffet and nice menu. Pool and hot tub area very old and was crowded with families. gym old and small. we hear plans are in place for an outdoor facility. For the price, not sure it’s worth it. So many tourists come for the day and see the same sights! Read less
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Aug 11, 2025 threesisterstrans Canmore, Canada

As you journey through breathtaking landscapes, you’ll quickly discover why a Lake Louise tour is a must for anyone exploring Alberta.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Rooms Amazing - Non Accommodating Service

Aug 9, 2025 Bill S Chicago IL

Sadly, I wish I could rate our experience better for the >$2500CAD price tag. With the exception of a few encounters, the staff at this luxury hotel is far from accommodating. I get they deal with many non guests roaming the halls and trying to get into the restaurants.However, as a guest being told I can’t have two open chairs at the bar to sit… Read more
Sadly, I wish I could rate our experience better for the >$2500CAD price tag. With the exception of a few encounters, the staff at this luxury hotel is far from accommodating. I get they deal with many non guests roaming the halls and trying to get into the restaurants.However, as a guest being told I can’t have two open chairs at the bar to sit and have a drink is absurd. Also when requesting to adjust a reservation the immediate response was always a quick “No”. I get it’s summer and high season, but softening the messaging and at least trying could go a long way. Just not what should happen when you’re paying captive rates. As a comparison, the Fairmont Banff Springs has been a 180 degree difference and absolutely amazing customer service Read less
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Aug 9, 2025 Allison K

The Chateau Lake Louise is stunning. The views are tremendous, the restaurants and service from all parties was a 10/10. BUT what was most impressive is that we left very important documents and jewelry in our safe in our room. By the next morning, the hotel staff not only found it, but shipped it overnight to the Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver… Read more
The Chateau Lake Louise is stunning. The views are tremendous, the restaurants and service from all parties was a 10/10. BUT what was most impressive is that we left very important documents and jewelry in our safe in our room. By the next morning, the hotel staff not only found it, but shipped it overnight to the Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver - our next hotel that were staying in. We stayed in Fairmonts for almost 2 weeks in different cities - we were very pleased with ALL of them - this staff went above and beyond. EXCELLENT choice to stay!! Read less