Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

4.0 star property

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Lobby
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Exterior
Daily full breakfast for a fee
3 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB, T1L1J4
  • Place, Banff National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bow Falls
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

Fairmont Gold, Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Fairmont Gold View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold, Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Banff

Located in Banff Springs District, Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience is adjacent to Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Bow Falls. This 115-room, 4-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with a golf course, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Banff National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banff Springs Convention Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Spray River West Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bow Falls - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Banff Station - 10 min drive
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Banff Avenue Brewing Co - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shoku Izakaya - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chuck’s Steakhouse - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hankki Banff - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

Guests of Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience have access to a golf course, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool. Parking is CAD 39 per day (CAD 59 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CAD 75 per person. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this ski hotel include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym.
Guests can expect WiFi and flat-screen TVs with pay movies. Tempur-Pedic beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free newspapers, and free local calls.
Guests can play rounds at the 27-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 3 outdoor tennis courts, a health club, and complimentary bicycles. An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna, a fitness center, and in-room fitness.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology and thalassotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily. There are hot springs/mineral springs open between 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (CAD 10.50 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Self parking on site (CAD 39 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (CAD 59 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 24 for adults and CAD 12 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • 1888 Chop House
  • Castello Ristorante
  • Vermillion Room
  • Waldhaus Restaurant

Things to do

  • 27-hole golf course
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Ice skating
  • Indoor pool
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Steam room
  • Stereo
  • Tennis lessons
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 22 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 73 ºF
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Workout equipment

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 50 per accommodation, per day
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 24 for adults and CAD 12 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: CAD 10.5 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: CAD 75 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CAD 45 (from 1 to 14 years old)
  • Self parking fee: CAD 39 per day
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 59 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Hot springs access available from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold
Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience Hotel
Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience Banff
Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience Hotel Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience on Jul 11, 2026 start from $1,703, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

This hotel is situated in Banff Springs District, just steps from Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Bow Falls. You'll also find Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

Yes, valet parking is offered for CAD 59 per day and self parking is available for CAD 39 per day. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, hot springs, and detox wraps.

Does Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience include a casino at the property?

No, Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 7 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and hot/mineral springs.

Does Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy hot/mineral springs at this hotel.

Does Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience has 7 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience for a fee of CAD 50 per accommodation, per day.

Does Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience.

Does Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience.

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, friendly, helpful and thoughtful staff. We were staying for three days of relaxation and spa and we left feeling very refreshed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a memorable trip. Everything was excellent. Only small grip was that we could hear noise from our suite in the hallway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service and amenities all round. Fantastic stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wenko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean but a little outdated. TV is hard to connect to Internet. One of the power outlets was a little broken (I need to push toward right side to use the power.) Bathroom is kind of small.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at the Fairmont was truly amazing, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The building was beautiful and the views were breathtaking
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional level of customer service and friendliness of all staff, especially Tania and Charles. Loved staying here and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenery was spectacular, staff was very accommodating and friendly. Very expensive but worth it if you can afford it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A special place in a wounderful surrounding! Nearly perfect!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic all around!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

DAnielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, views were fantastic, I loved the outdoor pool & yoga class; staff was incredibly helpful; didn’t need to spend $ on food because the Gold Experience Lounge provides breakfast & snacks at dinner time (which is more like a good quality buffet); fireplace in room nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view great gold floor service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Fairmont Banff Springs lives up to the hype! We had an amazing experience. The facilities were inviting and fun, and the staff was exceptional--going way beyond expectations for how we were treated. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking views! Staff was fantastic. We stayed Fairmont Gold Level so breakfast, afternoon meal, dessert, and drinks were included. Can’t say enough great things about our stay! Phenomenal visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breathtaking views from the castle!

The fairmont was magical! What a beautiful place in a beautiful setting! Loved the “gold” experience from a food standpoint! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

amado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most amazing property and service. Definitely will be back. Views are out of this world!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
World class service Worth the upgrade to Gold. Cannot say enough about the welcome team and their relationship building. We weren’t there for long but easily felt like part of the family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

PATRICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bathroom was very small and disappointing for a Fairmont Gold room. It felt cramped and basic, not in line with the premium experience advertised. For the price, I expected a more spacious and well-designed bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow!!! What an amazing trip my husband and I had visiting Banff and staying in the Fairmont Gold in Banff Springs. The staff truly roll out the red carpet and made a very memorable experience. The food was great and the spa was lovely!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely the view of the majestic Rockies when you wake up in the morning.Nothing beats that.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous experience at the Fairmont. It was bar none the best vacation for us. From the incredible mountain views, lovely room, breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres, friendly, service oriented staff, Banff will forever be a beautiful memory. We are recommending the Fairmont to all our friends & family. Canada holds a special place in our heart. We love Canada!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Everything was seamless upon arrival due to our Gold Experience. The room was beautiful, the view spectacular, and all the Gold amenities spoiled us. I travelled with my 11 year old daughter, and I don’t think she realizes how lucky she was to experience Banff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couldn’t ask for beer.

Nicest hotel in Canada maybe. Nicer location than the Château Frontenac and just as nice if not nicer. You can get a great view of the hotel from “Surprise Corner” look it up in Google maps.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022