Travel
Flight
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
This is the closest airport to Banff and has many international flights to choose from. Approximately 1.5 hours driving to Banff via the Trans-Canada HWY/AB-1 W. A rental car is highly recommended due to limited ride sharing services outside of the Calgary Metro Area.
Travel Note
Shuttle
There is an option to take the Banff Airporter (Shuttle) between the Calgary airport, Canmore, and Banff. This can be booked on their website ahead of time. From there, taxi services can be utilized within Banff and Canmore.
Travel Note
Documentation
PASSPORT Please make sure your passport is valid for the duration of your travels NATIONAL PARK PASS Banff National Park requires a vehicle pass to enter, which includes downtown Banff and the surrounding areas.
Travel Note
Weather
Autumn in Banff is gorgeous! October is Amanda's favorite month of the year. We hope that the leaves will be changing, but with this comes cooler temps. The temperature can range from 50-60F during the day and 30F at night.
Hotel
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
This "Castle in the Rockies" is the location of our wedding ceremony and reception! A discount is provided for guests who would like to stay in this hotel via our link below. You must use this link to receive the discount; it is not applicable outside of the link. It is not expected that our guests have to stay here, as there are many great hotel options within the town of Banff at varying price points. More hotels/Airbnbs/VRBOs are available in the neighboring town - Canmore, approximately 15 minutes away from Banff, and approximately 30 minutes away from the wedding venue.
Hotel
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
A discount code is provided via the link below.
Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel
We stayed here a few years ago and loved staying in the heart of downtown Banff! Rooms here are limited so we recommend booking soon.
Hotel
Canalta Lodge
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The Malcolm Hotel
Located in Canmore, about 30 minutes away from our wedding venue, this hotel comes highly recommended from a few friends that have stayed here.
Hotel
Moose Hotel & Suites
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Elk + Avenue Hotel
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Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre
