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Getting Here

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is located at 111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada. Just over two hours from Calgary International Airport, let iconic views of the majestic Victoria Glacier and glistening emerald Lake Louise welcome your arrival.

Calgary International Airport (YYC) is located 124 miles (201 km) from Chateau Lake Louise. Travel time by car is approximately 130 minutes.

From Calgary International Airport (YYC):

  • Exit the airport and turn left on Airport Trail NE towards Deerfoot Trail heading north.
  • Take the exit towards Stoney Trail NE heading west.
  • Follow signs for Banff on the Trans-Canada Hwy.
  • Continue on the Trans-Canada Hwy (Highway 1 ) for approximately 1-hour until you reach the Banff National Park entrance gates. The gates are open 24-hours as all visitors to the park are required to obtain a Park Pass. Passes can be obtained in advance through Banff Lake Louise Tourism.
  • After the gates, continue driving West until you reach the Lake Louise exit.
  • Turn left towards Village of Lake Louise, continue driving straight on Lake Louise Drive until you reach Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Airport shuttles are available via Pursuit from the Calgary International Airport to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise with regularly scheduled service. Reservations are required at least 1 hour in advance. Schedules and rates are subject to change without notice.

Please email our Concierge team for current schedules and pricing.

The hotel is connected to a partially covered parkade with plug-ins.

Parking is available to our overnight in-house guests at the following rates:

  • Self-parking: $40 per day
  • Valet Parking: $55 per day

Need a car to go exploring? Visit Hertz in Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise or visit their website for reservations.

Experience Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Experience luxury and adventure at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and offering a range of recreational activities.

Mount Temple Wing

The newest addition to the hotel, built in 2004 and houses the convention center

Walking Distance: 3 minutes
Painter Wing

The oldest part of the hotel as it stands today. The Painter Wing was buiilt in 1913.

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
Barrot Wing

The Barrott Wing, built in 1925 in place of the Rattenbury wing that was destroyed by fire the year prior.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
Glacier Wing

Built as part of the expnasion to an all-year-round resort the Glacier Wing added addtional guest rooms to the Chateau in 1987

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
Two snowshoes stuck upright in snow by a fir tree
Chateau Ski & Snow - Rental Shop

Chateau Ski & Snow offers a variety of high-performance rental equipment for all ages and abilities. Located just off the lobby.

children in winter gear looking down at the camera
Kids Adventure Camp

Our Kids Adventure Camp located half way up the stairs from the end of the Lakeview Lounge is committed to providing fun experiences for guests of all ages in one of the most unique environments in the world.

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
A group cross country skiing outside Chateau Lake Louise
Guide's Cabin

For the insider track at our famous backyard, meet out Mountain Adventure Guides at the Guide’s Cabin, located just past the Lakeview Lounge on the Lobby level.

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
group of women enjoying tea
Afternoon Tea

Experience the wonderful tradition of Afternoon Tea with piteresque views of Lake Louise. Located in Fairview Bar & Restaurant on the lobby level.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
couple ordering drinks at the ice bar
Ice Bar

Warm up at the coolest bar in town. Located on the Lakeview Terrace seasonally from mid-December – mid-April.

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
Chateau Lake Louise boathouse
Boathouse

One of the most iconic activities to do in Lake Louise, rent a canoe from the boathouse. Located on the left shore of the lake.

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
The living room of a Chateau Lake Louise guestroom
The Living Room
Walking Distance: 1 minute
Two snowshoes stuck upright in snow by a fir tree
Chateau Ski & Snow - Rental Shop

Chateau Ski & Snow offers a variety of high-performance rental equipment for all ages and abilities. Located just off the lobby.

Parkade

Located just off the main lobby. We have both self-parking and valet parking options available.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
aerial shot of a plate of ribs
Dining Reservations

Located in the main lobby, the dining reservations team are here to assist you with all your dining needs

Concierge Desk

The Concierge Desk is located in the main lobby of the hotel. They will gladly assist you with dinner and activity reservations, transportation and directions to major attractions.

Bell Desk

Located in the main lobby, by the front doors, the bell desk team can assist you with parking, luggage assistance and luggage storage.

living room with fireplace and view of the lake
Marquis de Lorne Suite

Located on the 7th floor of the Painter WIng this spacial one-bedroom suite with panoramic windows is the pinnacle of luxury

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
balcony with sitting area overlooking the lake
Tom Wilson Suite

This timeless suite is located on the 3rd floor of the Painter Wing with a private balcony that opens on to views of the lake and glacier

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
balcony overlooking the lake at nighttime
Belvedere Suite

With a vantage point fit-for-a-king this expansive two-level penthouse is located on the 8th floor of the Glacier Wing

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
balcony with sitting area overlooking the lake
Glacier Suite

Overlooking the majestic Victoria Glacier, this two-storey suite is located on the 8th floor of the Glacier WIng

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
bedroom with two beds a chair and a desk with a little window reading nook
Whitehorn Suite

Sweeping mountain vistas of the Lake Louise Ski hill, this two-storey suite is located on the 8th floor of the Glacier WIng

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
wrap around desk with seating for six that overlooks the lake
Fairview Suite

This elegant two-storey suite with private balcony perched right above Lake Louise is located on the 8th floor of the Glacier Wing

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
Fairmont Gold Lounge
Fairmont Gold Lounge

Private lounge for the exclusive use of guests staying on Fairmont Gold. Located on the 7th floor

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
Mount Temple Wing

The newest addition to the hotel, built in 2004 and houses the convention center

Walking Distance: 3 minutes
Painter Wing

The oldest part of the hotel as it stands today. The Painter Wing was buiilt in 1913.

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
Barrot Wing

The Barrott Wing, built in 1925 in place of the Rattenbury wing that was destroyed by fire the year prior.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
Glacier Wing

Built as part of the expnasion to an all-year-round resort the Glacier Wing added addtional guest rooms to the Chateau in 1987

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
bedroom with chair
Guest Rooms

Located through out the hotel the elegant and contemporary décor of these charming guest rooms offer a cozy stay in the mountains

bedroom with alcove seating area and desk that overlooks the property
Suites

Located through out the hotel the elegant and contemporary décor of these charming guest rooms offer a cozy stay in the mountains

a couple sitting in pink chairs while the bartender mixes drinks
Fairview Bar & Restaurant

Swanky, sleek, and views, views, views — you won’t find a more glamorous setting for your dining experience. Located on the Lobby Level, next to Lakeview Lounge.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
olive dish next to a purple cocktail
Lakeview Lounge

Lakeview Lounge is the resort’s iconic restaurant and bar with superlative views located just off the hotel lobby.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
group of friends at the bar walking to the bartender
Alpine Social

Eat, meet and celebrate at Lake Louise’s social hub located on the lower lobby level.

Walking Distance: 3 minutes
A smiling woman loading up her plate at a buffet
Louiza

Feed your senses at Lake Louise’s newest restaurant located on the lower lobby level.

Walking Distance: 3 minutes
man holding a bottle of wine
Walliser Stube

Innovative European Alpine cuisine in an intimate corner of the Chateau located on the lobby level

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
tablescape of baked goods
Guide's Pantry

Grab and go some delicious treats for your Lake Louise expeditions, located just off the lobby.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
A tray of towels and facial accoutrements
Fairmont Spa

Our day spa is the perfect spot to bring you a greater level of reconnection. Temporary location: Mount Temple Wing, Level 1 (L).

Walking Distance: 3 minutes
gym with workout equipment
Fitness Center

Located on the first floor by the baroot elevators, our full fitness facility will help you reach your goals.

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
indoor pool and hottub
Resort Pool

Make a splash in the hotel’s indoor heated pool, located on the first floor by the Barrot elevators.

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
Two snowshoes stuck upright in snow by a fir tree
Chateau Ski & Snow - Rental Shop

Chateau Ski & Snow offers a variety of high-performance rental equipment for all ages and abilities. Located just off the lobby.

children in winter gear looking down at the camera
Kids Adventure Camp

Our Kids Adventure Camp located half way up the stairs from the end of the Lakeview Lounge is committed to providing fun experiences for guests of all ages in one of the most unique environments in the world.

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
A group cross country skiing outside Chateau Lake Louise
Guide's Cabin

For the insider track at our famous backyard, meet out Mountain Adventure Guides at the Guide’s Cabin, located just past the Lakeview Lounge on the Lobby level.

Walking Distance: 2 minutes
group of women enjoying tea
Afternoon Tea

Experience the wonderful tradition of Afternoon Tea with piteresque views of Lake Louise. Located in Fairview Bar & Restaurant on the lobby level.

Walking Distance: 1 minute
couple ordering drinks at the ice bar
Ice Bar

Warm up at the coolest bar in town. Located on the Lakeview Terrace seasonally from mid-December – mid-April.

Walking Distance: 4 minutes
Friends skating outside a large ice structure
Ice Rink

Glide across our frozen stage located at the front of frozen Lake Louise. Don’t forget to pick up your skate rentals from Chateau Ski & Snow.

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
Brewster Stables

Experience the splendor that is Lake Louise on horseback or aboard a horse drawn sleigh with our neighbours at Brewster Adventures.

Walking Distance: 7 minutes
A skier carving down a hillside with mountains in the background
Lake Louise Ski Resort

Lake Louise Ski Resort is spread across four mountain faces and is one of the largest ski areas in North America and just a 15 minute drive from the Chateau

Chateau Lake Louise boathouse
Boathouse

One of the most iconic activities to do in Lake Louise, rent a canoe from the boathouse. Located on the left shore of the lake.

Walking Distance: 5 minutes
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