Banff International Hotel

333 Banff Avenue

Banff, AB CA

Rating: 3 Stars

Experience warm hospitality and exceptional comfort from an ideally located base. The location is exceptional and provides walking access to all restaurants, shops and attractions. The hotel is modern, spacious and richly decorated with lots of wood and warmth to blend into the local surroundings. Ski and sightseeing buses pickup curbside. Spacious and elegant, our elegantly decorated and luxuriously appointed guest rooms have been designed with comfort and luxury in mind. An impressive and timeless style was achieved by using the finest quality fabrics and materials. Oak furniture - from huge armoires and classic writing desks, to nightstands and cocktail tables - was locally designed and carefully handcrafted exclusively for the Banff International Hotel. It is our attention to details such as oak trip accents throughout, textured wall coverings, marble bathroom vanities, damask bed coverlets with matching drapes, bronze-finish lamps with cream colored silk shades, floor lamps, local artwork and plush carpeting that allows our accommodations to rival Banff's best. The focal points of our impressive lobby are the central stone and log fireplace, rustic cedar beams, unique furnishings and extensive oak woodwork throughout that radiates warmth and captures and conveys the "nature" atmosphere and characteristics of the surrounding mountains. Guests can search for the perfect gift in the extensive "International Boutique" shopping area or enjoy refreshments in the lively open-concept "Lobby Lounge", complete with a second stone fireplace. enjoy complimentary use of the whirlpool, sauna, steam room, exercise room and underground parking. the "Mountain Grill" restaurant serves an ever-popular menu featuring Canadian Beef and Seafood and a visit will ensure a memorable dining experience. Banquet facilities will accommodate groups of up to 400 persons for a variety of functions. Functionality and superb comfort have been complimented with a carefully selected range of available room amenities and services including hairdryers ceiling fans, windows that open, coffee/tea makers, radio/alarm, pay- per-view movies, satellite TV, Nintendo, marble bathrooms and data jacks. Services include safety deposit boxes, currency exchange, coin laundry, dry-cleaning, business services, umbrellas, curb side pick-up point for sightseeing, airport and ski area transfers, multi-lingual guest service agents, concierge services, full-size individual ski lockers and tune-up area.

Room Information

Superior 2 Double

Superior room with 2 double beds. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Most rooms have a courtyard or limited view. All superior rooms have a full bathroom with shower and bathtub, marble bathroom vanity plus extra vanity outside bathroom. Room is comfortably furnished with a table, two armchairs, armoire, writing desk with chair, extra full length mirror, ottoman and luggage rack, and large clothes closet. The room is approximately 265 square feet. Sleeps 4.

Superior 1 Bed

Superior room with 1 bed. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Most rooms have a courtyard or limited view. All superior rooms have a full bathroom with shower and bathtub, marble bathroom vanity plus extra vanity outside bathroom. Room is comfortably furnished with a table, two armchairs, armoire, writing desk with chair, extra full length mirror, ottoman and luggage rack, and large clothes closet. The room is approximately 265 square feet. Sleeps 2.

Premium 2 Queens

Premium room with 2 queen beds. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Rooms are spacious and most have views. All premium rooms have a full bathroom with shower and bathtub, marble vanity, extra vanity outside bathroom, bay windows, table and 2 armchairs, armoire writing desk with chair, extra full length mirror, ottoman and luggage rack plus clothes closet. Sleeps 4.

Premium 2 Doubles

Premium room with 2 double beds. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Rooms are spacious and most have views. All premium rooms have a full bathroom with shower and bathtub, marble vanity, extra vanity outside bathroom, bay windows, table and 2 armchairs, armoire writing desk with chair, extra full length mirror, ottoman and luggage rack plus clothes closet. Sleeps 4.

Premium 1 Bed

Premium room with 1 double or 1 king bed. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Rooms are spacious and most have views. All premium rooms have a full bathroom with shower and bathtub, marble vanity, extra vanity outside bathroom, bay windows, table and 2 armchairs, armoire writing desk with chair, extra full length mirror, ottoman and luggage rack plus clothes closet. Sleeps 2.

Premium Deluxe

Premium deluxe room with 2 doubles or 2 queen beds. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Rooms are spacious and most have views. All premium rooms have a full bathroom with shower and bathtub, marble vanity, extra vanity outside bathroom, bay windows, table and 2 armchairs, armoire writing desk with chair, extra full length mirror, ottoman and luggage rack plus clothes closet. Sleeps 4.

Loft 3 Doubles

Loft Suite with 3 double beds. These rooms are very spacious and ideal for families and parties that are sharing and require 3 beds. Lofts have 2 levels, separated by stairs. The upper level overlooks the lower level with a vaulted ceiling. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Most rooms have views. Lower level offers one double bed, full bathroom and bathtub, marble vanities, extra vanity outside bathroom, bay windows in most rooms, table and two armchairs, armoire, television and telephone writing desk and chair, extra full length mirror ottoman and luggage rack clothes closet and living room area with sofa. Upper level has 2 double beds, windows in most rooms, table and 2 armchairs, armoire, television and telephone, writing desk and chair, and additional clothes closet. Sleeps 4 adults and 2 children.

Loft 2 Doubles

Loft Suite with 2 double beds. These rooms are very spacious and ideal for families and parties that are sharing and require 3 beds. Lofts have 2 levels, separated by stairs. The upper level overlooks the lower level with a vaulted ceiling. Interior decor features matching jacquard drapes, bedspreads and handcrafted oak furniture and oak trim throughout room and bathroom. Most rooms have views. Lower level offers one double bed, full bathroom and bathtub, marble vanities, extra vanity outside bathroom, bay windows in most rooms, table and two armchairs, armoire, television and telephone writing desk and chair, extra full length mirror ottoman and luggage rack clothes closet and living room area with sofa. Upper level has 2 double beds, windows in most rooms, table and 2 armchairs, armoire, television and telephone, writing desk and chair, and additional clothes closet. Sleeps 4.

Directions

YYC- Calgary International Airport: W

Driving Directions from the Primary Airport to the property: From calgary international airport exit airport. Exit onto barlow trail south. Exit onto 16th avenue n.w. which will become the transcanada Highway. Take banff exit after driving approximately one hour. Turn left and follow road straight into banff. The hotel is on your right at the corner of banff avenue and Elk street.

Restaurants

MOUNTAIN GRILL RESTAURANT AND BAR

Location: on site. Type: Full Service Restaurant. Cuisine: Canadian Steak and Seafood. Breakfast: 6:30-10:30. Lunch: 11-3. Dinner: 5-11. Rating: 3 stars. Dress Code: smart casual.

Area Attractions

Banff

0.0 Miles North

Gondola to Banff Restaurant

0.0 Miles North

Cave and Basin Hot Springs

2.0 Miles West

Sulphur Mtn Gondola

2.0 Miles West

Banff Center for Fine Arts

3.0 Miles North West

Whyte Museum

3.0 Miles North West

Mount Norquay

5.0 Miles West

Sunshine Village

10.0 Miles North

Lake Minnewanka

10.0 Miles North

Johnston Canyon

15.0 Miles East

Moraine Lake

35.0 Miles North East

Columbia Icefields

120.0 Miles West

Recreation

Snow skiing, Cave exploring, Hot springs, Theatre/Performing Arts, Museums, Outdoor activities/exploring.

Meeting Facilities

Meeting Facility Information

The property has 1 meeting room with a total maximum capacity of 180 people. MEETING SERVICES: Audio/Visual Equipment, Copy Service, Fax Machine, Shipping, Catering, Copy Machine, Fax Service.

INTERNATIONAL BANQUET ROOM

BANQUET ROOM SET-UP: Maximum Capacity - 120. Description - Warmly decorated with natural wood and wrought-iron light fixtures. Hand-painted mural of local scenery on one wall. Featuring built-in bar and Buffet tables. DINING ROOM SET-UP: Maximum Capacity - 180. Description - Main dining room with seating for 180 people. Featuring built-in bar and buffet tables. Great views from the front.