Lake Louise

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Banff National Park showing mountains, snow and tranquil scenes
Banff National Park showing a sandy beach, a lake or waterhole and kayaking or canoeing
Lake Louise
Lake Louise
Lake Louise

This remote hamlet is named after its glacier lake, which is so picturesque and placid that you won’t believe it’s real.

All of the glacial lakes of Canada’s Rocky Mountains are stunning, but there is something about Lake Louise that makes it look too good to be true. Yet, this hamlet is very real and even though it feels like it’s a world away from Calgary, it’s not hard to reach. Finding a diamond like this deep in the vast wilderness of Banff National Park certainly adds to the lake’s appeal.

The village of Lake Louise, 3 miles (5 kilometres ) downhill from the lake, has shops, gear rental stores, restaurants and a range of accommodation options. The stately hotel Chateau Lake Louise is part of the elevated Lake Louise Mountain Resort at the lake’s edge, providing a scenic place to eat, rest or soak in the spa.

Lake Louise is a popular tourist destination during both the ski season and summer months and offers plenty of exciting, or relaxing, activities year-round.

In summer, put your feet up in the resort or camp out in the wilderness. If you like hiking or horse riding, join a guided tour to traverse the trails around the lake, until you reach the point where you can overlook Peyto Lake with its beautiful turquoise-colored water. Another trail leads to Mirror Lake. Canoeing is the best way to explore the lakes, because the water is too cold for swimming.

By winter Lake Louise is in full swing again as it shifts to accommodate the flocks of wintersports fanatics. Lake Louise is home to some of Canada’s best powdery slopes. The town’s luxury ski resorts offer gear rental and direct shuttles to the mountains.

Reach Lake Louise, in the province of Alberta, by driving along the Trans-Canada Highway northwest from Banff, a 35-mile (57-kilometre) journey. Buses from Calgary, which has an international airport, take just over two hours to get to Lake Louise, but the best way to see the area is by car. The next town up, Jasper, is more than three hours away along the Icefields Parkway, a very scenic journey.

Lake Louise Inn

Lake Louise Inn

3 out of 5
210 Village Road, Lake Louise, AB
The price is CA $429 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $429
CA $490 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Lake Louise. Enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,982 reviews)
"Had to pay for an upgrade, do not book a standard double in block 4 - the rooms are so old & dated I was really shocked at how such a good hotel could even allow guests to pay so much for such tiny horrible rooms"

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2025

Lake Louise Inn
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

4 out of 5
111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, AB
The price is CA $1,449 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
CA $1,449
CA $1,660 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Lake Louise. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff at the hotel was amazing. Canoe trip, dining options, hiking and beautiful sun rises and moon sets."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Mountaineer Lodge

Mountaineer Lodge

2.5 out of 5
101 Village Road, Lake Louise, AB
The price is CA $520 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
CA $520
CA $579 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Lake Louise. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a steam room. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,568 reviews)
"This week I stayed in several motels in Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise area. This one is the best. Room is surprisingly modern, very bright and clean. Has mini-refrig, microwave, sink and safe. Great lightings. Nice bathroom. Staff was friendly. Plus free, good breakfast."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

Mountaineer Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family Superior Two Bedroom Cabin

Family Superior Two Bedroom Cabin

Lake Louise
Stay at this cabin in Lake Louise. Popular attractions Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Samson Mall are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
A Cute Cozy Cabin.
"Our Kids Loved the ice rink and outside fires to roast marshmallows and keep warm. The little kitchen was perfect and we enjoyed the TV break while we played games by the fire. Our hosts were fantastic and helpful.Thank you!"

Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2025

Family Superior Two Bedroom Cabin
Alpine Bliss | Premier Winter Getaway

Alpine Bliss | Premier Winter Getaway

Lake Louise
Stay at this apartment in Lake Louise. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Lake Louise Mountain Resort and ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"For a small room it had excellent storage, staff helped, good food, nice view!"

Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2025

Alpine Bliss | Premier Winter Getaway
Baker Creek | Two Bedroom Cabin

Baker Creek | Two Bedroom Cabin

Lake Louise
Stay at this cabin in Lake Louise. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Samson Mall ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"Our Cabin was nice / Had what we needed / Good shower & nice beds / No real cooking can be done except for the gas grills outside / The firepit area by the stream are lovely/ Check in was easy & informative. Loft bedroom has a ladder, and no bathroom up there. Loved the wood burning stove in the ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Baker Creek | Two Bedroom Cabin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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