Icefields Parkway Region Lodges

Located 40 km north of Lake Louise on Highway 93, Num-Ti-Jah Lodge overlooks one of the most dramatic scenes in the Canadian Rockies. Steeped in heritage, this majestic log lodge invites those seeking an extraordinary alpine experience. Offering 25 rooms, which are rustic and simple but very comfortable. The absence of television and telephone is a welcome repose. Outside communication via satellite telephone and fax available. The Elkhorn dining room, lounge and library provide a warm and comfortable place for guests to relax and socialize. Space is available for events, from conferences to weddings.

This all-season eco-tourism country lodge was awarded the first ALTO Award for Sustainable Tourism from Travel Alberta and earned a Five Green Leaf eco-rating by the Hotel Association of Canada. The inn and cottages are situated in a secluded setting on Abraham Lake, surrounded by mountains and forests and close to the national parks. Guests can choose from a variety of rooms offered in the lodge or one of the cottages and can choose B&B or half-board arrangement. The Aurum Lodge is an ideal destination for low-impact nature based activities.

Opened in May 1996, the new Icefield Centre, located across from the Columbia Icefield, is a beautiful chalet-style stone building created to serve half a million visitors every year. This facility is a cooperative venture between Brewster and Parks Canada and is a model of environmentally sensitive design. There are 32 Chalet guest rooms - most have at least two queen beds and a loft. All are well appointed, with satellite TV, direct dial phones, and of course spectacular views of surrounding mountains and glaciers. There are rooms well suited for families needing more space than a conventional hotel room, as well as traditionally sized rooms for couples or individuals. Relax in the dining room, the cafeteria or the snack bar, visit the expanded gift shop, and stop by the new and expanded Parks Canada Interpretive Centre.

The Sheiling is home to the Centre for Outdoor Education. The 4000 sq ft Cedar Bungalow can accommodate up to 30 persons in shared accommodation. Delicious meals are served family style. Beautiful mountain scenery, hot tub, perfect spot for small retreat or conference.

Goldeye Centre is a non-profit, private educational facility hosting adult and youth groups, family groups and weddings. They offer 24 hotel-style rooms, 8 hostel type rooms and 6 dorm cabins holding up to 20 people each. Facilities include two dining halls featuring delicious home cooked meals. They have lots of seminar space and recreational equipment including canoes and 32' climbing wall.