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Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (often just called “Banff Springs Hotel” or “Castle in the Rockies”) in Banff, Alberta, Canada — what it is, its history, what to expect if you stay, and tips.

The Fairmont Banff Springs is a historic luxury resort hotel in Banff National Park, Alberta, part of the Canadian Rockies.

Altitude: about 1,414 meters (4,639 ft) above sea level.

Address: 405 Spray Avenue, Banff, Alberta.
📜 History & Architecture

Opened in 1888 by the Canadian Pacific Railway as one of its grand railway hotels.

Original building was designed by Bruce Price.

In 1926, a fire destroyed part of the original structure; subsequent wings/new structures were added in 1914 (tower), 1927/28 (north & south wings) by other architects like Walter S. Painter and John Orrock.

Designed in “Châteauesque” style — like many of the famous rail-hotels in Canada.

Recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1988.

Post by QUINOA. | Sep 29, 2025