Must-see hotels in British Columbia & The Canadian Rockies

  • EXchange Hotel

    Vancouver

    Vancouver's newest 'it' hotel has transformed the city's former stock-exchange tower into a swank, well-located sleepover. It is studded with stylish,…

  • Fairmont Empress Hotel

    Victoria

    One of the most famous hotels in Canada, the Empress was built in 1908 in French-chateau-esque style. There have been numerous renovations and a who’s-who…

  • Centro Motel

    Calgary

    A 'boutique motel' sounds like an oxymoron until you descend on the misleadingly named Centro (not in the center at all!), an old motel building that has…

  • Lake Louise Tent & RV Campground

    Lake Louise

    Near the village, this efficient, wooded 395-site campground accommodates RVs on one side of the river and tents and soft-sided vehicles on the other,…

  • Waterfowl Lakes Campground

    Jasper National Park

    Tucked between two beautiful lakes about 60km north of Lake Louise, this campground just off the Icefields Pkwy has wooded sites and plenty of hiking…

  • Seine Boat Inn

    Vancouver Island

    Named for a local fishing style utilizing weighted nets, the Seine sits on a forest of pilings above the water in an attractive dockside building. The…

  • Hotel Alma

    Calgary

    Cleverly tucked away on the university campus, this fashionable boutique establishment has a definite hip vibe. Super-modern Euro-style rooms are small…

  • Sunwolf

    Squamish & Around

    This idyllic place – a former logging resort – has a clutch of 12 comfortable, well-maintained cabins along a forested riverbank. The owners also run year…

  • Hotel Arts

    Calgary

    This boutique hotel plays hard on the fact that it's not part of an international chain. Aimed at travelers with an aesthetic eye, there are hardwood…

  • Wedgewood Hotel & Spa

    Vancouver

    The last word in old-world European–style luxury, the elegant Wedgewood drips with top-hatted charm. The friendly staff is second to none, rooms are…

  • Sooke Harbour House

    Vancouver Island

    Whether you opt for the Emily Carr or the Blue Heron, each of the 28 guest rooms here has a decadent tub or steam shower, while most also have wood…

  • Poplar Inn

    Banff Town

    Two lovely guest rooms and a brand-new self-catering two-bedroom apartment grace this heritage home just steps from Banff Ave. Luxury touches throughout…

  • Abbeymoore Manor B&B Inn

    Victoria

    A Victoria B&B worthy of Queen Victoria, the Abbeymoore has a decidedly posh address and was designed in the arts-and-crafts style in 1912. Seven deluxe…

  • Icefield Tent Campground

    Jasper National Park

    Jasper's sole tent-only campground, a mere 1.5km from the Columbia Icefield, is surprisingly welcoming despite its chilly high-country location and…

  • Pacific Sands Beach Resort

    Tofino

    Offering comfortable lodge rooms, all with full kitchens, and spectacular three-level beach houses, this family-friendly resort hugs dramatic Cox Bay…

  • HI Kananaskis Wilderness Hostel

    Banff & Jasper National Parks

    The rustic exterior at this place just north of Kananaskis Village might fool you into thinking you’ll be roughing it, but inside you’ll find HI's most…

  • HI Mosquito Creek Wilderness Hostel

    Jasper National Park

    Tucked away under the trees beside a rushing creek, this charming 34-bed backcountry hostel was originally built to house German POWs during WWII. There’s…

  • Woods on Pender

    British Columbia

    With lodge rooms and rustic cabins also available, the stars here are the six self-catering Airstream caravans, each with its own barbecue-equipped deck…

  • Swans Suite Hotel

    Victoria

    This former brick-built warehouse has been transformed into an art-lined boutique hotel. Most rooms are spacious loft suites where you climb upstairs to…

  • Bonniebrook Lodge

    British Columbia

    A handsome, wood-built retreat constructed in 1929 but luxuriously updated, this historic charmer occupies a tranquil waterfront stretch that feels like a…

  • Old House Village Hotel & Spa

    Vancouver Island

    There’s nothing particularly old about this high-quality modern hotel with slick rooms, slick service and a steamy year-round outdoor pool. Raising the…

  • Shades of Jade Inn & Spa

    British Columbia

    Aimed at tranquility-craving adults, this luxe two-unit B&B – with its Asian–West Coast decor – couldn't be more relaxing. Each spacious room (including…

  • Writing-on-Stone Campground

    Southern Alberta

    The campground at Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park is located in the shady valley alongside Milk River and has just 67 sites (three of them 'comfort…

  • Post Hotel

    Lake Louise

    This stately hotel with old-world charm and tranquil shaded gardens began as a ski lodge in the 1940s. Rooms are generally plush, though the less…

  • Ocean Village Beach Resort

    Tofino

    This immaculate beachside resort of beehive-shaped cedar cabins – hence the woodsy aroma when you step in the door – is a family favorite with a…

  • Mt Kidd RV Park

    Banff & Jasper National Parks

    Halfway along the Kananaskis Valley and handily placed for the facilities around Kananaskis Village, this place is the best option for trailer and RV…

  • Two Jack Lakeside

    Banff Town

    Right on Two Jack Lake, 11km northeast of town, Two Jack Lakeside is the most scenic of the Banff-area campgrounds, usually filling its 74 reservable…

  • Hummingbird Guesthouse

    Vancouver Island

    With four large suites and a huge deck with its own hot tub, this modern B&B has a home-away-from-home feel. There's a shared kitchen on each of the two…

  • Storm Mountain Lodge

    Banff National Park

    Just inside the border of Banff National Park and set amid the forest, these luxury cabins were built in 1922 and have been gorgeously restored right down…

  • Waterton Glacier Suites

    Southern Alberta

    This year-round lodge counts 26 spacious, suite-like rooms, all fully equipped with whirlpool bath, satellite TV, gas fireplace, fridge, microwave and air…

  • Fairmont Palliser

    Calgary

    All satin, velvet and crystal, with marble columns and golden ceiling domes, the Fairmont is palatial. Cut from the same elegant cloth as other Fairmont…

  • Arcturus Retreat Bed & Breakfast

    British Columbia

    Well located just up the hill from the Langdale ferry dock, this is one of the most convenient places to stay in Gibsons – no car required (they'll pick…

  • International Hotel

    Calgary

    Plans are underway to convert this great spot to apartments, but for now it remains a good option in the heart of downtown. Even the standard rooms are…

  • Crandell Mountain Lodge

    Southern Alberta

    With homemade cookies in the lobby, this 1940s lodge is doing a good impersonation of a Tudor cottage plucked from a quiet English village. The Crandell…

  • Taste the Past B&B

    Drumheller

    This converted turn-of-the-century house has evolved into a cozy downtown B&B. All rooms have a private bathroom, and there is a communal living room that…

  • Nuvo Hotel Suites

    Calgary

    Your hip home away from home, the Nuvo has large, stylish studio apartments with full kitchens, including washing machines, all for an excellent price in…

  • Calgary West Campground

    Calgary

    Featuring terraced grounds with views across the city, this campground has sites with great facilities, including a heated outdoor pool, nature trails,…

  • Metterra Hotel on Whyte

    Edmonton

    Sleek and regularly updated, this small hotel has a prime location on Whyte Ave. Earthy tones, new mattresses and splashes of Indonesian art give rooms a…

  • Hume Hotel & Spa

    British Columbia

    This 1898 classic hotel maintains its period grandeur. The 43 rooms vary greatly in shape and size; ask for the huge corner rooms with views of the hills…

  • Mayne Island Resort

    British Columbia

    Superbly inviting option with lots of deluxe flourishes, there are cottages and inn rooms to choose from here. You'll also find a restaurant, on-site spa…

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