Moraine Lake Lodge

The Best Places to Stay in Banff National Park

"If you believe the aquamarine waters of Moraine Lake appear too perfect to be real, we're right there with you. However, after visiting this pristine place, we can confirm not only the existence of the ethereal blue glacial melt but also the opportunity to spend the night at the intimate 33-room Moraine Lake Lodge, perched on its spectacular shores. Accommodations on the property range from rooms to cabins, all of which offer stunning lake views. Guests at this lakeside jewel can take out complimentary canoes at their leisure, immersing themselves in the center of the snow-capped Valley of Ten Peaks. Embark on a hike in the fall that begins right outside the doors of your stay through the iconic Larch Valley for autumn yellow hues and unmatched mountain views. Curl up under a Woolrich blanket beside your woodburning fireplace when you return to your cabin. As you relax, contemplate which wine to order from the vintage-filled cellar at the romantic glass-walled Walter Wilcox dining room (a dinner spot that's exclusive to guests)."

"Open seasonally from June 1 through October 1, Moraine Lake Lodge is, as its name suggests, set right on the stunning turquoise waters of the glacier-fed Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. The lake is one of the most photographed locations in Canada , and the view once appeared on the back of Canadian $20 bills. The original lodge sprang from a teahouse that offered overnight camping at the turn of the 20th century, with the first lodge house dating back to the 1920s. A full redevelopment began in the late '80s, with new buildings designed by acclaimed Canadian architect Arthur Erickson. The cabins and rooms all feature custom-built log furniture, and many rooms have wood-burning river-rock fireplaces. The rooms' design reflects the soaring Rocky Mountains outside, with warm earth tones alongside cozy blankets and deep soaker tubs. All rooms are free of TVs and telephones, allowing guests to unplug from modern-day distractions, although there is Wi-Fi. It’s likely that cell phones will not work here either."

"Open seasonally from June 1 through October 1, Moraine Lake Lodge is, as its name suggests, set right on the stunning turquoise waters of the glacier-fed Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. The lake is one of the most photographed locations in Canada , and the view once appeared on the back of Canadian $20 bills. The original lodge sprang from a teahouse that offered overnight camping at the turn of the 20th century, with the first lodge house dating back to the 1920s. A full redevelopment began in the late '80s, with new buildings designed by acclaimed Canadian architect Arthur Erickson. The cabins and rooms all feature custom-built log furniture, and many rooms have wood-burning river-rock fireplaces. The rooms' design reflects the soaring Rocky Mountains outside, with warm earth tones alongside cozy blankets and deep soaker tubs. All rooms are free of TVs and telephones, allowing guests to unplug from modern-day distractions, although there is Wi-Fi. It’s likely that cell phones will not work here either."