Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

For obvious reasons, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has the most amazing views of Lake Louise! I was awed from the moment I walked into the lobby. The staff were incredibly kind and efficient everywhere I went on the property. My Lakeview King room was fantastic. Spacious, cozy and comfortable. I love the sitting area – I could sit there and look at the mountains all day long. The property amenities and facilities were excellent. There were a couple of restaurants to choose from including a grab and go, shops selling everything from clothing to home décor, paintings to souvenirs, equipment rental for skiing, boarding and skating, and a fabulous indoor pool. I came here on a separate occasion for the afternoon tea and that was phenomenal. Pricey but worth the experience.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise sits in one of the most spectacular locations anywhere in the Rockies. The hotel is positioned directly on the edge of the lake, offering uninterrupted views of the turquoise water framed by towering peaks and Victoria Glacier. Whether you’re looking out from your room, walking through the lobby, or stepping onto the lakeside trail, the scenery feels almost unreal. Sunrise paints the mountains in soft pinks, and sunset reflects golden light across the lake—both moments worth planning your day around. The ability to walk straight out of the hotel and onto world‑class hiking paths is a huge advantage, and in winter the frozen lake and snow‑covered mountains create a postcard-perfect setting. If your priority is breathtaking natural beauty and immediate access to Lake Louise, this property is unmatched.

We came for the afternoon to the Chateau and to walk around the lake. There would have been ice skating on the lake but that was closed due to some slushy areas at the water's edge. There was an ice castle to walk around, walk along the lake, or walk the pathway around the lake. Then we went inside for something hot to drink and a snack.

We don’t usually write reviews but after our experience today, we just had to! We checked in early in order to make our afternoon tea reservations for my husband’s birthday. It started out with Lina who checked us in with smiles and welcomes and so much more pleasant surprises of the day. To where we walked into the Fairview Lounge where we received the same welcome from Emile who showed us to our table. This is where we met Sonya. She was such a super knowledgeable server. Although to call her a server would be an under statement as she was more of a gracious host making us feel totally at home with her heart filled smiles and excellent care to ensure such an amazing experience for us. And amazing it was ! Thank you so much Sonya. You made it such a super special day for us and a positive experience to be remembered for years to come. Lina: your surprises at check in were so unexpected. Thank you for choosing us as members of the day. We are still so pleasantly surprised and grateful. 5 star rating today is an understatement! Thank you all so much. It was magical!

The best New Year’s Eve experience I have ever had. The service and genuinely positive attitude of the staff surpassed anything I’ve encountered at any hotel. From the exceptional Fairview Restaurant to Louisa, every team member was outstanding and made us feel truly special. The NYE Gala was an absolute blast—the band was phenomenal and played a fantastic mix of music that kept the dance floor full all night. Midnight was truly magical, and our time at the Château is something we will cherish forever. A heartfelt thank you to all the staff who made this trip unforgettable and easily one of the greatest experiences we’ve ever had.