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Fairmont Banff Springs

405 Spray Avenue, Banff - Alberta T1L1J4, Canada

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Experience legendary moments at Fairmont Banff Springs.

Located in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world-famous Fairmont Banff Springs is a landmark in the picturesque alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to guests since 1888. Unrivaled among Banff luxury hotels, our year-round mountain resort offers a 27-hole championship golf course during the summer, exceptional skiing in the winter, an award-winning spa, and several distinctive dining experiences.

Book your room by October 2, 2024, to receive the AAE discounted rate of $359 CAD per night + $16 CAD daily Group Surcharge* + 11% in taxes**. Reservations can be made online through the AAE special link or by calling 1-833-762-6866 (toll-free) or 403-762-6866 and referencing “2024 Insight Track Fall Conference”.

* This daily Group Surcharge is included in rate and covers porterage, business centre access, wireless guest room internet, fitness centre access, complimentary PressReader (online access to international newspapers and magazines) and select resort activities. We retain all of this daily fee and do not distribute any portion of it as wages, a tip or gratuity to Hotel staff.

**Current taxes are: Tourism Improvement Fee (TIF) applicable to Alberta Tourism Levy (ATL) and Federal Goods & Services Tax (GST) 2%, Alberta Tourism Levy (ATL) 4%, Federal Goods & Services Tax (GST) 5%.

Please note: The Fairmont Banff Springs has limited availability and once the block is sold out, we will not be able to add more rooms. Below is alternative hotel options.

The Rimrock Resort Hotel

300 Mountain Avenue, Banff - Alberta, T1L 1J2, Canada

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Please note: AAE does not have any rooms held or a group rate at this hotel.

Tucked in Banff’s peaceful wilderness, the Rimrock Resort Hotel offers an exclusive mountain retreat, inviting you to break away from the ordinary. Let the towering peaks and clear skies lead you to relaxation and rejuvenation, surrounded by stunning views of the Bow River and the majestic Rockies. With our warm, attentive service, every moment of your stay becomes a cherished memory.

Transportation to Fairmont

The Rimrock is pleased to partner with ROAM transit service to provide complimentary transportation within the townsite of Banff. Please view the Roam bus schedule here. Other ways to get here include:

· By Rimrock Shuttle – Our route includes stops at some of Banff’s finest attractions, such as the Luxton Museum, Banff Springs Hotel, Banff Springs Golf Course, and the Pedestrian bridge. Click here for schedule.


Traveling Internationally

Getting to and from Canada

Make sure that you have the following documents when traveling internationally (don’t pack them in your suitcase):


Transportation

Air

The closest airport to Fairmont Banff Springs is Calgary International Airport (YYC).

Calgary International Airport (YYC) is located approximately 80 miles (130 km) East of the resort. Most major airline carriers fly into Calgary.

Shuttles

Catch a convenient shuttle bus connection right from the airport to Banff and Lake Louise. Booking ahead of time is always encouraged as capacity is limited. Below are some shuttle options to choose from. If your flight times do not work with the shuttle schedule, there is an option for a private sedan below. Shuttles take approximately 2 hours. If you’re landing at the Calgary Airport, we recommend providing for 30 minutes to collect your bags and make it to our desk for domestic arrivals, and 45 minutes for international arrivals.

Banff Airporter: Book through the website or by calling 1-888-449-2901. Use code AAEInsight for 15% discount. Banff Airporter desk is located inside the airport on the arrivals level between exit doors 5 and 6. Please meet your driver inside the airport. Estimated cost - $95.10 CAD (includes tax plus driver gratuity) one way. $190.20 CAD Roundtrip (includes tax plus driver gratuity)

To Banff: Calgary departure times – 10:00, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30, 20:30, 22:30

Return to Calgary airport: Banff Departure – 5:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 17:30, 19:30

Brewster Express: Book through the website or by calling 1-877-625-4372. Brewster Express desk is located inside the airport on the arrivals level next to door 5. Estimated cost - $92.40 CAD (includes tax) one way, $157.40 CAD Roundtrip (includes tax)

To Banff: Calgary departure times – 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00, 18:30, 20:00

Return to Calgary airport: Banff Departure – 6:05, 7:35, 9:05, 10:35, 12:05, 13:35, 16:35, 18:35

Banff Sedan: Book through the website or by calling 1-800-587-9958. Your driver will be ready and waiting for you when you arrive at the International Arrivals gate or the Domestic Baggage claim area. Estimated cost - $500+ CAD (includes tax) one way.

Taxis and Ride Share

Taxi and private vehicle services are available from Calgary International Airport and can be arranged by our Concierge Team. Rates are subject to change at short notice. For current pricing and availability please email the Fairmont Banff Spring Concierge team.

Parking

If you are driving, a National Park Pass is required when entering Banff National Park. You can purchase your pass in advance here. The hotel's parking is located beside the Convention Centre. It is a three-level roofed parkade with 415 parking spaces:

Self-parking: $35 CAD/night, with unlimited access

Valet Parking: $49 CAD/night, with unlimited access


Tours

Register for this Friday activity through the Insight Track registration website.

Private Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour
Friday, November 8, 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
$40 USD per person (24 Person Capacity)

This tour is a perfect introduction to Banff. Keep your cameras handy as we visit all the spectacular viewpoints, landmarks and historic place in and around the Banff - and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife! Stops include Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, Hoodoo’s Lookout, Surprise Corner, Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake and more.

Additional Tours

We encourage attendees to use Banff Tours to find additional ways to explore Banff and the surrounding area. Get 10% off on any tour November 6-13 (packages excluded) when you use promo code AAE2024.

Some available tours include: