Location, location, location! The Lodge at Lake O'Hara is at a spot that many artists consider the…read morejewel of the Rockies. With humble, but clean accommodations in vintage log cabins, panabodes or the lodge guest rooms, this is a place to enjoy pristine sub-alpine and alpine beauty. Totally off grid (no internet, room phone, or cell coverage), no fancy trimmings like spas or night life, this is where to come for unpretentious mountain hiking and scenery. But beyond location, location, location, hosts Bruce and Allison, as well as David, Amanda and the rest of the staff provide exceptional hospitality and dining (breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner in the lodge) and lunch bags for refuelling on the trails. This is a special place. You need to apply in the fall for a spot on the invitation list for the following summer. If you get an opportunity to go, take it. I'd recommend going in on the morning transport, leaving on the afternoon transport. You park near Hwy 1 between Field, BC and Lake Louise, AB, and take the Lodge shuttle up 11 km to Lake O'Hara. That may mean staying some place else not to far away to 'stage' your visit. The Lodge at Lake O'Hara is very exclusive, not just because the high cost per day, but the number of people who can access this part of Yoho National Park is very limited. Be prepared for variable weather, take good hiking footwear, and lots of capacity on your photo memory card! Also hydrate well, due to the elevation and the elevation changes on some of the trails.

You must be a very experienced skier/snowshoer just to reach the Lake O'Hara Lodge and enjoy it in…read morethe winter! The trip up to the lodge, on a narrow, one lane road, is 11 km (7.2 miles) long, ascending 578 m (1900 ft) up a steady 13 per cent grade to an altitude of 2025 m (6650 ft). At a minimum, skiers need wide, metal-edged backcountry skis (described as "light touring" locally) with skins. The trip from parking lot to lodge took us, experienced xc skiers, over 4 hours. Once at the lodge, the food is terrific and the staff extremely friendly and accommodating. The terrain from the lodge is too difficult for touring skis, due to the steep trail pitches, and is suitable only for alpine backcountry skis or snowshoes. The rerun trip to the parking lot may be the most challenging aspect of the trip, particularly on touring skis. The trail, c. 2 m (6 ft) between ski tracks is extremely narrow for the steep, continuous 11 km descent and is one approachable by strong, very experienced skiers, particularly with backpacks attached. If you need outsiders to get in touch with you while you are away or vice versa, Lake O'Hara Lodge is NOT for you. There is very limited phone service and no wifi (the front desk has a computer but not for public use). Cell phone coverage is nil. If no one answers the desk lodge phone, it is not possible to leave a phone message to staff or guests because the Lodge does not have a voice message machine or service, nor email address. The telephone hours at the desk are very limited, 9-3 Monday thru Thursday, not including holidays. If one needs to get in touch with any staff member or guest between Thursday at 3 PM until the following Monday morning, it is not possible. There is only a general emergency number for Canadian Parks. Be sure to bear all this in mind before booking a trip. The views are unsurpassed and the lodge experience is very tranquil and friendly. Just be very careful getting to and from there in the winter!

We had a long drive getting there form Washington State and arrived late into the evening but our…read morehost was ready and waiting to assist us into our room and help us with our next day itinerary. I am from the east coast of the states, so the night sky just amazed me. The host, Jonathan even made a campfire for me so I could sit and relax and watch the stars. The nature sounds provided me with a wonderful mediation. The lodge is only a 15 minutes drive to downtown Golden yet you have the privacy of a real mountain retreat. We stayed for 4 days and could have stayed longer. Each daily breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Our hostess, Lucille made inquires to see if we had any special dietary requirements too. A bonus was that she left baked goods under glass on the counter for a later snack at our leisure. This is a family owned B&B who make you feel as comfortable as family. They live on the walk out first floor beneath the guest rooms. Fortunately for me, they have a lovely black Labrador retriever named Ollie. His gentleness added to my stay. Nothing is perfect but these owners are committed to making your stay completely delightful in every way.

We stayed 3 nights in a private cabin at the end of June as part of our honeymoon at Heather…read moreMountain Lodge. It was opening weekend for the summer season for the Lodge and Restaurant. The cabin (cabin 2) has a wood-burning fireplace, hot tub (use with doors and windows open for full effect), and an extremely comfortable medium-firmness california king bed (my wife prefers a soft mattress and I prefer firm, so medium is as happy as we can find). The views of the mountains in the morning and evenings are truly magical, especially after a day spent doing mountain activities in Glacier National Park. We ate 3 meals at the restaurant. 2 dinners and a breakfast. The service was exceptional, and I wish I lived closer to the food! I had the most inspired charcuterie plate that I've ever had, my wife was extremely impressed with the gluten free bread for her sandwiches, and do not pass on the creamy leeks with baked eggs and maple bacon! I wish this place was in Chicago. Oh, and if you are a beer snob like me, you have to try Mt. Begbie's Cream Ale if they have it.... All the staff are extremely accommodating and ready to help you find things to do between the best meals you'll have in Canada.

I went to this place for my birthday and was pleasantly surprised. It was more beautiful and nicer…read morethan I even imagined. The lodge is simple, but has tastefully appointed rooms with most amenities. The view is stellar, and it was great sitting on the adirondack chairs, or hanging out in the hot tub when the sun goes down facing the beautiful mountains. The staff were EXTREMELY friendly and knowledgable about all the questions we had about the hikes, and activities in the surrounding area. Breakfast was included, and was all local or used food grown in the hotel's garden. My only gripe is, there are no fridges, and you either have to drive to Golden or Revelstoke to eat, otherwise it has to be the food at the hotel restaurant, which isn't cheap. They serve it buffet. Breakfast is $15, lunch $20 and dinner $23. we brought our own snacks, but ate at the hotel twice outside of bfast and then in Revelstoke for the other meals. This hotel is gorgeous in summer and has so many places nearby to hike, and horseback ride, as well as is a heli-skiing heaven. I'd definitely go back. Apparently they have wedding here all the time, we saw one taking place and it was absolutely stunning.

Very Impressed. Nice staff. Nice lobby. Big rooms. Great beds. Very quiet #218, ground floor ,…read morefacing rear . Free parking. Looks newly renovated. We paid $113. for one night. We always book thru Expedia.ca and earn points Free wifi. Did not get a chance to use pool or hot tub. Very nice and clean

The front staff followed Covid-19's protocols. And were fast and friendly booking us in. Never used…read morethe pool or hot tub or exercise room as it was way too busy for our liking. Our bedding smelled strong of bleach. The beds were a medium soft so fine by us. The room was clean by first sight. But upon opening the window blinds noticed a bit of dirt on the tracks and the ledge. As well the top shelf and the cupboard in the bathroom had dust . The running board need to be cleaned as well. Was able to adjust the the thermostats easy to keep it warmer and cooler . Our stay was quiet for the amount of people who was there. We stay three days and went to desk for more coffee, garbage bags and TP, they were very helpful and friendly.

July 2026: 4 stars for my stay overall, though the FOOD itself deserves 5!…read more I stayed in a cabin with my husband - the cabin/porch were divided in two with another couple staying on the other side, though it still felt very private and quiet. Our side wasn't that big, but it felt cozy rather than cramped. We loved all the window options - for light, a switch controlled the shade for a large top window, and many of the others could be twisted open to let fresh air in and had screens for bugs. We slept with the window above the bed cracked to allow a nice breeze in since there's no A/C. The gas fireplace was extremely easy to use as well, preferable to the wood option I saw in other upscale lodges around here. I didn't mind no TVs in the room as it went with the serenity vibes, but the spotty wifi was annoying. Even in the main lodge, I could not do certain things on my tablet. No gift shop, no spa, just a completely introspective experience they're going for. There is a little lake you can sit by lined with classic Canada red chairs, which is very peaceful, though the water is so cold. Now to dining... the food was outstanding! They use seasonal/local ingredients which can change the menu from day to day. We were part of a larger travel group, and everyone was raving. Standout dishes from the party: Duck Confit Gnocci appetizer, Venison Tenderloin entree, and Carrot Cake dessert. I'm personally gluten free which they accommodated very well, but multiple folks rated the Carrot Cake the best they'd ever tasted. Seating was clunky. The outdoor deck has top heaters and blankets on request, but dining there still got very chilly especially during windy breakfasts. When being seated for the included breakfast, I objected to the outdoor table, but the staff claimed it was the only option due to reservations while half the dining room was totally empty... I requested for this not to happen the next day, but the next morning I was again showed to the same exact outdoor table...

The staff was awesome - Elise, Lea, others and Daryl the GM. The hotel shuttle to Morraine Lake…read morewhich included a canoe rental ($170 value) was so great and convenient (Adam our driver was great as well!). The property is well maintained and the rooms well appointment. Great beds and bedding. Restaurant served an incredible breakfast. Would highly recommend!

fantastic stop!! great people, amazing food, great prices. rustic charm. Just doesn't get any…read morebetter out in the middle of nowhere. love it!

Had a great time with the live music! Was here on a family road trip with 10 ppl in the Banff area…read more The folks here were super accommodating. Definitely make reservations as the place gets crowded during dinner hours. The offering of bison ribs drew us in! Burgers were pretty good. We had a variety of food to share. Enjoyable experience! Nice beer selection!