Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
The only hotel on the lakeshore. Open year-round.
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Stay on the lakeshore, or in the village. The Chateau is the only hotel on the lake. Everything else is in or near the village, closer to the shops and the highway, and a short drive from the water. From 15 May to 12 October, Parks Canada charges $42 a day for the public lakeshore parking lot.
Post Hotel & Spa
A lodge in the Lake Louise village, a short drive from the lake.
Lake Louise Inn
A hotel in the village, with rooms and some condo-style units.
Mountaineer Lodge
A lodge in the village, a short walk from Samson Mall.
Paradise Lodge & Bungalows
Cabins and suites on Lake Louise Drive, between the village and the lake.
Moraine Lake Lodge
A lodge on Moraine Lake. Open in summer only, typically June through September.
Closed in winter.
Where should I stay in Lake Louise?
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is the only hotel on the lakeshore. The other hotels are in the village, about four kilometres below, closer to the highway and a short drive from the water. Rooms at the lake are limited and often book early. Search Lake Louise hotels.
How far is Lake Louise from Banff?
Lake Louise is 55 kilometres west of the Town of Banff on the Trans-Canada Highway, about a 45-minute drive. A park pass is required to stop there.
Is there a hotel on the lake?
Yes. Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is the only hotel on the lakeshore. The village hotels are about four kilometres below, a short drive from the water.
Do I need a reservation for Banff National Park?
No. You need a Parks Canada pass to stop in Banff or Lake Louise, but not a general reservation to enter the park. In peak season, parking at Lake Louise is limited, and Parks Canada runs a reserved shuttle to the lakeshore and to Moraine Lake, which is closed to personal vehicles. Check Parks Canada for the current access rules.
Is Deer Lodge open?
No. Deer Lodge, near the lakeshore, is closed to guests. It is being used as staff housing and has no published reopening date.