Fairmont Banff Springs

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Fairmont Banff Springs—affectionately known as the “Castle in the Rockies”—is a majestic, Châteauesque‑style luxury resort perched at about 1,414 m elevation in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, at 405 Spray Avenue. Opened in 1888 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, it stands amid stunning mountain peaks like Mount Rundle and overlooks the scenic confluence of the Bow and Spray Rivers . The hotel comprises an elegant 1914 central 11‑storey tower designed by Walter S. Painter, flanked by wings added in the 1920s by John Orrock—recognized today as a National Historic Site of Canada . Inside, guests enjoy over 700 rooms and suites—including the exclusive Fairmont Gold offerings—twelve dining venues, a world-class spa with indoor and outdoor mineral pools, and a renowned championship golf course; year‑round access to skiing, hiking, and wildlife excursions immerse visitors in Banff’s natural beauty