Author: Carolien Coenen (Page 20 of 41)

This restaurant is located nearby Lake Louise, but has the advantage that prices aren’t completely outrageous over here, compared to the Chateau. Staff is friendly and professional. The interior is classic lodge style: with lots of wood and mounted animals.

I started my meal with a cocktail ‘bison in the hills’ (wodka, lemon, black current wine). This cocktail was absolutely fabulous, so I ordered another one: the backcountry (bourbon, drambuie, honey), which was also very nice.

Since I had never before eaten caribou meat, I couldn’t resist ordering it here. I was not disappointed: the meat was excellent, very tender. Loved the gratin also.

In total we payed about 100 Canadian dollar for our meal. I would definitely come back here.

Mount Fairview Dining Room, 109 Lake Louise Dr, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 1E0, Canada
http://crmr.com/deer/
+1 403-522-4202

Visited August 2015. You can find my review about Mount Fairview Dining Room also on TripAdvisor. My scores: value 4/5, service 4/5, food 4/5.

This restaurant is located nearby Lake Louise, but has the advantage that prices aren’t completely outrageous over here, compared to the Chateau. Staff is friendly and professional. The interior is classic lodge style: with lots of wood and mounted animals.

I started my meal with a cocktail ‘bison in the hills’ (wodka, lemon, black current wine). This cocktail was absolutely fabulous, so I ordered another one: the backcountry (bourbon, drambuie, honey), which was also very nice.

Since I had never before eaten caribou meat, I couldn’t resist ordering it here. I was not disappointed: the meat was excellent, very tender. Loved the gratin also.

In total we payed about 100 Canadian dollar for our meal. I would definitely come back here.

Deer Lodge, 109 Lake Louise Dr, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 1E0, Canada
http://crmr.com/deer/
+1 403-522-3991

Visited August 2015. You can find my review about Deer Lodge also on TripAdvisor. My scores: value 4/5, service 4/5, food 4/5.

This beautiful canyon shouldn’t be missed when you visit Kootenay National Park. An easy walk from the parking lot and lots of bridges to admire the view from.

Marble Canyon, Kootenay Highway 93, Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada
http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/kootenay/index

Visited August 2015. You can find my review about Marble Canyon also on TripAdvisor.

The color of the ocher is really exceptional. Very photogenic. The information panels are in need of a make-over thought, some were hardly readable. Be warned though: insects love it over here, so make sure to put on lots of insect repellant.

Paint Pots, 85 km from Radium Hot Springs, Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada
http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/kootenay/index

Visited August 2015. You can find my review about Paint Pots also on TripAdvisor.

The Takakkaw falls are really a marvel of nature. This is a must see when visiting Yoho National Park. It is just a short and easy walk from the car park to the falls. Make sure to put on a raincoat, because this falls will get you very wet. Since the water comes from a glacier it is also ice cold.

Highly recommended.

Takakkaw Falls, Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada
http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/yoho/index
+1 250-343-6783

Visited August 2015. You can find my review about Takakkaw Falls also on TripAdvisor.

We stayed for three nights in one of the cabins of this beautifully located lodge. Prices for staying at the Lodge are high and to be honest, you mostly pay for the unforgettable location. That lake is really is a gem.

You can’t park nearby the hotel, so you’ll have to leave your car on the parking lot and take the shuttle bus. The bus drivers are very friendly and the service is available 24/7. We never had to wait longer than 10 minutes for a shuttle, but I have to agree that it is a bit of a hassle.

Our cabin was nice, with a comfortable bathroom with lovely bathing products. There was also a fire place and wood available in the cabin, which we didn’t use, since it was quite warm during our stay. The bed could be better though, from such an expensive hotel I expect superb sleeping accommodations.

There was also some noice in the room from (we think) the heating system, a bit annoying, especially when you are looking forward to a quiet place to sleep.

I did love the breakfast though. Two times we ordered from the menu. Both times we had an excellent breakfast, although we had to wait longer than expected. For our last breakfast we tried the buffet, which was good, but again, it took too much time before the pancakes and the scrambled eggs were replenished.

We also had lunch in one of the restaurants. Really great food, but again, pricy. Be warned, the bar closes at 23u, so late night drinks are out of the question, which is a real shame, because you can’t go anywhere else for drinks without taking the shuttle.

We especially loved the hot tub and sauna accommodations. Very clean. Beautiful hot tub, perfect temperature. A great way to relax after a long day hiking.

O yeah, there is only wifi in the reception area.

Emerald Lake Lodge, Emerald Lake Road Yoho National Park, Field, Yoho National Park, British Columbia V0A 1G0, Canada

Stayed August 2015. You can find my review about Emerald Lake Lodge also on TripAdvisor. My scores: location 5/5, cleanliness 3/5, service 4/5.

This is a breathtaking place, too bad everybody knows this by now. You’ll be standing on the shore of the lake surrounded by selfie sticks. I also disliked the Chateau a lot. A very ugly building in such a beautiful environment.

I have to add that renting a kanoo is ridiculously expensive: 55 dollars for half an hour. You better rent a kanoo on Emerald Lake, over there it only costs 66 dollar for two hours.

Lake Louise, 111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 1E0, Canada
http://www.skilouise.com/
1-877-956-8473-1-403-522-3555

Visited August 2015. You can find my review about Lake Louise also on TripAdvisor.

Num Ti Jah Lodge is beautifully located at the shores of Bow Lake. We had the pleasure of dining in the Elkhorn dining room, but didn’t stay in the lodge itself. We had to wait some ten minutes before we could got seated.

The dining room is built in typically lodge style and decorated with hunting trophy’s of almost all the wildlife you can find in Canada’s National Parks and paintings of the nearby lake and glacier. I liked the atmosphere, but would have preferred some better lighting in the dining room.

I ordered the rosemary marinated beef tenderloin and my boyfriend a burger. I ordered my steak to be cooked rare. I have to say, the beef tenderloin was excellent, very good and juicy meat. so, so tasty. My only remark is that the cook clearly cut in the meat to see if it was cooked properly. A no go, but since I enjoyed the meal so much, I was willing to let this pass.

We had a really pleasant dinner here. Quality of the food is high, but it is also pricy. My beef tenderloin costed 40 Canadian dollars.

Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, Mile 22 Icefields Parkway P.O. Box 39, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 1E0, Canada

Stayed July 2015. You can find my review about Num-Ti-Jah Lodge also on TripAdvisor. My scores: value 4/5, location 5/5, service 4/5.