Canadian Rockies Vacations Guide - Banff National Park

Banff to Jasper Accommodations – The Crossing Resort

Banff Hitch Hiker — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:49:26 +0000

Banff to Jasper Accommodations – The Crossing Resort

Banff National Park, Alberta

Between Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper there are so many great hotels, motels and accommodations to choose from that you really need to put some research in. What suits your family best? Is it pet friendly? Where is your vacation going to based from? Which offer the best amenities? Well there aren’t many accommodations between Lake Louise and Jasper. The Crossing resort is located at the Saskatchewan River Crossing, in the heart of the Icefields Parkway and the Canadian Rockies. The motel was originally built by that man again George Brewster in 1948 and still holds some of that same raw charm that attracted people to places like Banff in the first place.

The Columbia Icefields is a great place to stop for a visit on a drive between Banff and Jasper.

Though it still has a rustic feel, the Crossing has been updated several times over the years and it now has 66 motel rooms along with a 250 seat dining room, 125 seat cafeteria, 70 seat pub and a 3000 square foot gift shop. So, essentially you can have the biggest family reunion ever and old Auntie and Uncle McGuire can have a seat. As it is located in the middle of one of the scenic highways in the world and between two of the biggest and most touristy towns in the Canadian Rockies, the motel can make a really good stopping off point so you can really take your time enjoying the drive.

Considering its unique location, the prices are extremely affordable, especially when it’s not busy season. If you ask for certain rooms, you will be rewarded with some gorgeous views. The mountain view rooms feature a prominent view of Mount Murchison and Mount Sarbach. Both mountains were named after the first Europeans to reach the respective summits. If you are not under much of a time restraint while in Banff and the Rockies, stop in at the Crossing Motel and really feel like you are far from the maddening crowd.

Telephone: (403) 761-7000

Fax: (403) 761 7006

Banff Accommodations

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Banff Restaurants: Waldhaus Restaurant

amay — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:17:01 +0000

This restaurant at the Fairmont Banff Springs serves German and Swiss cuisine. Come to Waldhouse (“House in the Forest”) for venison, trout, schnitzel and beef tenderloin. Or try one of their cheese, beef or chocolate fondues. Main dishes usually cost between $28 and $38. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Waldhaus Restaurant
The Fairmont Banff Springs
405 Spray Ave.
Banff, AB, Canada
403-762-6860

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Banff Restaurants: Phil’s

amay — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:08:03 +0000

This affordable restaurant has a great mountain view and is extremely family friendly. They even have coloring books, toys, baby utensils and bibs! Phil’s serves breakfast all day, but also has charbroiled chicken, fish and chips, NY steak and daily specials. Or try one of their popular beef or pork “chubbies.” Entrees cost between $10-$16. Half sizes are available, as is a “Li’l appetite menu” for $3-$7. They also have free dollar-size pancakes for kids under 8 years old. In the summer they’re open from 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; in winter from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phil’s
109 Spray Ave.
Banff, AB, Canada
403-762-2902

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Banff Restaurants: Wildfire Grill

amay — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:51:49 +0000

Come up to Wildfire Grill for Canadian comfort food and fantastic mountain views. Menu items include AAA Alberta steaks, BBQ pork ribs, fish and chips, burgers, pizza and vegetarian dishes. Dinner entrees generally cost between $9 and $29, lunch costs between $9 and $15 and their breakfast buffet goes for $14 (a la carte also available). Open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wildfire cuisine is also available at the Bears Den Pub at Inns of Banff, which has a 54” TV, a pool table and a juke box.

Wildfire Grill
Inns of Banff
600 Banff Ave.
Banff, AB, Canada
403-762-4581

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Banff Restaurants: Tooloulou’s Bistro

amay — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:34:59 +0000

This restaurant in the Rundle Stone Lodge has a casual, elegant atmosphere that centers around a beautiful, warm fireplace. Their Canadian cuisine has some Creole spice to it. Menu items include blackened snapper and chicken, jambalaya, catfish, salmon, steaks, and pizza. Entrees range from $16 to $25. Breakfasts run from $9 to $13 and include items like eggs benedict, skillets, crepes and waffles. Open from 6:30-10:30 a.m. and 5-10 p.m.

Tooloulou’s Bistro
Rundle Stone Lodge
537 Banff Ave.
Banff, AB, Canada
403-762-2201

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