The Rimrock Resort Hotel

Banff, Alberta

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Divas Lounge & Bar
Larkspur Lounge
Larkspur Lounge
Eden Restaurant
Standard Room
Grandview Room
Primrose Restaurant
Standard Room
Premium Room
Divas Lounge & Bar
Larkspur Lounge
Larkspur Lounge
Eden Restaurant
Standard Room
Grandview Room
Primrose Restaurant
Standard Room
Premium Room

The hotel

A stunning resort hotel, The Rimrock Resort Hotel combines comfort and luxury with breathtaking mountain and alpine views. Its style, décor and hospitality is unmatched, making this a very special place to enjoy a very special holiday. Exquisite French cuisine can be enjoyed at the AAA/CAA 5-Diamond Eden Dining Room with its award-winning wine list. Primrose Dining Room also offers a delicious range of steak, seafood and à la carte meals. Before dinner, enjoy a drink in the very grand surrounds of the Larkspur lounge, retiring afterwards to Divas, a martini jazz lounge whose walls are adorned with Hollywood's most famous women!

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Ski
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • No Smoking
  • Babysitting service
  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access

Where is it

Perched above the town of Banff, across from Banff's Upper Hot Springs and within walking distance to Banff Gondola. 5-minute drive to Downtown Banff.

Hotel information

343 rooms on 9 floors in 1 building with 6 lifts. All with air-conditioning and heating, cable TV with pay-per-view films and Internet games, 2 telephones, complimentary WiFi access, safe, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, iron and board, hairdryer and bathroom amenities. Standard Rooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Please note: To guarantee a king-size bed, there is a $15.00 surcharge and would be based on availability.

Premium Rooms with views of the Bow and Spray valleys, bathrobes and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Grand View Rooms with views of the Canadian Rockies, turn-down service, bathrobes, complimentary valet parking and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

2 restaurants and 2 bars: Eden Dining Room (fine French cuisine, open for dinner), Primrose Dining Room (Italian influenced cuisine, steak and seafood, open for breakfast and dinner), Larkspur Lounge, Divas Martini Lounge and Rimrock Café. Indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, pool deck with sauna, lounge chairs and tables. Full-service spa*. Fitness centre (over 16 years only) with cardio equipment and free weights. Complimentary WiFi access in public areas. Boutiques and convenience stores on site. Laundry/dry-cleaning service* and secure ski-storage facilities. 24-hour room service*. Babysitting*. A complimentary bus service is available to Rimrock guests to downtown Banff. In winter, The Rimrock Resort also offers a complimentary Ski Connector service for guests heading to the ski hills. Concierge provides a complimentary ski connector service between the hotel and the downtown ski buses. Complimentary pick up from the ski bus back to the hotel is also available. Guests are advised to contact concierge on their arrival for more information on this service. Self-parking C$18, Valet parking C$32, both plus tax, (payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Breakfast is available at an extra supplement.

Please note: 100% Smoke-free - The Rimrock now offers a smoke free environment for all guests and staff. Designated smoking areas are located outside the Rimrock.

Please note: To guarantee a king-size bed, there is a $15.00 surcharge and would be based on availability.

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Jan 8, 2021 897kentl

We were in Canmore staying at the Falcon crest (great value kitchenettes) and found our way to the Rimrock for a couple of nights . Got lucky with an upgrade to the Grandview room. When they say they have the best view in Banff , they mean it!! We did the rise and shine breakfast deal and they did an exceptional breakfast. Nice menu options. We… Read more
We were in Canmore staying at the Falcon crest (great value kitchenettes) and found our way to the Rimrock for a couple of nights . Got lucky with an upgrade to the Grandview room. When they say they have the best view in Banff , they mean it!! We did the rise and shine breakfast deal and they did an exceptional breakfast. Nice menu options. We stayed during these Covid times so i wanted to mention that they are extremly cognizant and have taken many steps to eliminate risk. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating ANOTHER FABULOUS STAY AT THE RIMROCK

Dec 28, 2020 Mainyvdb Calgary, Canada

This was our first time traveling anywhere since Covid started in March. We had such a fabulous time in Banff. We felt very safe and secure during our stay at the Rimrock, there were more than plenty of hand sanitizing stations available, including in each elevator as well as outside of the elevators. The room was very clean and we had a beautiful… Read more
This was our first time traveling anywhere since Covid started in March. We had such a fabulous time in Banff. We felt very safe and secure during our stay at the Rimrock, there were more than plenty of hand sanitizing stations available, including in each elevator as well as outside of the elevators. The room was very clean and we had a beautiful view over the town of Banff. I can't say enough how much this trip made a difference to us, It was just amazing to spend some quality time with our uni kids in a magical environment. We climbed Sulphur mountain which is located only steps away from the Rimrock. The views on the top are out of this world. We can't wait to go back again. Read less
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Dec 10, 2020 MarshBird Calgary, Alberta

It's been awhile since i stayed here. Got a decent rate so thought i'd give it a try again. Booked a Mtn View 2 Queen room, got a Mtn View 2 Queen room (no complimentary upgrade). The view was magnificent. But the room itself was really showing its age. Many facilities were closed due to COVID, so not much to do really. My real complaint was… Read more
It's been awhile since i stayed here. Got a decent rate so thought i'd give it a try again. Booked a Mtn View 2 Queen room, got a Mtn View 2 Queen room (no complimentary upgrade). The view was magnificent. But the room itself was really showing its age. Many facilities were closed due to COVID, so not much to do really. My real complaint was their loyalty program. Joined again (old account was invalid), and registered our stay. After our stay, i tried logging in to see if the stay shows in my history, and I CAN'T. I guess that's their way of promising to give free parking for your next stay and then depriving you of that. Overall, i would not recommend staying here anymore, unless you got a really good rate. Otherwise, better value can be had with some of the other hotels in town. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Quiet and relaxing stay at Rimrock Resort Hotel

Nov 21, 2020 AlbertaChristiegirl Calgary, Canada

My husband and I stayed 2 nights at Rimrock to celebrate our wedding anniversary. A quick drive from Calgary, the hotel is located up the hill from town, close proximity to the Banff Hot Springs & Sulphur Mountain Gondola. The Rimrock provides guests with bus tickets to use during your stay so you can leave your vehicle parked in the warmth of… Read more
My husband and I stayed 2 nights at Rimrock to celebrate our wedding anniversary. A quick drive from Calgary, the hotel is located up the hill from town, close proximity to the Banff Hot Springs & Sulphur Mountain Gondola. The Rimrock provides guests with bus tickets to use during your stay so you can leave your vehicle parked in the warmth of the underground parking. The Roam bus runs every 45 minutes & conveniently picks you up right at the entrance to the hotel. There are several stops in town that have an electronic indicator when the next bus will arrive (real time) as well the hotel will give you a schedule. There are hiking trails right outside the property, so we took advantage of the nice weather to go down past the Banff Springs Hotel to the Bow River Falls trail, which leads you to downtown Banff. It's also a short walk to the springs & gondola, which is convenient when they are open. The hotel has many changes in place since our last visit, due to the pandemic. These include shields at the front desk, place markers on the floor to indicate physical distancing, removal of some snacks in the cafe, limited hours of restaurants & spa, as well as the closure of the pool/hot tub facilities. While we were very disappointed about the closure of the pool/hot tub, I will not reduce my rating of the property because of government restrictions that have been put in place - it's still a beautiful property & the staff are friendly & helpful. A this time, masks are required everywhere (indoors & outside) in Banff, unless you are eating/drinking. We received a nice bakery item & card from the general manager Trevor Long (thanks!) for our anniversary, that was a nice touch. Breakfast at the Primrose was included in our stay - it was absolutely delicious and always includes a fantastic view from your table at the window! Dinner at the Larspur Lounge was really good & we took advantage as well of the happy hour pricing. Our room was comfortable and quiet as always & room service is also available. We will continue to return to Rimrock Resort Hotel - in fact we'll be back in January! Read less
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Nov 18, 2020 Bob N Calgary, Canada

A first timer. A beautiful setting. Soo quiet and natural. It shows the best of Banff. Went for a room with a view and definitely was not disappointed. Room very clean. Great covid-19 protocols. Room service is great. Enjoyed our Primrose restaurant breakfast and can confirm eggs benedict was to die for. All the staff super friendly. Coffee… Read more
A first timer. A beautiful setting. Soo quiet and natural. It shows the best of Banff. Went for a room with a view and definitely was not disappointed. Room very clean. Great covid-19 protocols. Room service is great. Enjoyed our Primrose restaurant breakfast and can confirm eggs benedict was to die for. All the staff super friendly. Coffee bar awesome. Only learning was leaving on-line dinner reservations to day before not a good idea. Read less