Hotels in Lake Louise, Alberta
A breathtaking alpine destination, Lake Louise, Alberta is a "community townsite" within Banff National Park. The lake of the same name attracts visitors from around the world to experience its iconic turquoise waters. Known as the "Jewel of the Canadian Rockies," Lake Louise serves as a gateway to the raw wilderness of the Rocky Mountains.
Summer activities centre on paddling canoes across the glass-like water or hiking and biking the multitude of trails. One of the most famous hikes in the Rockies is to the historic Lake Agnes Tea House for a high-altitude brew. Experienced hikers can continue onto the challenging Big Beehive trail for even more spectacular views of the turquoise lake below. Beyond the lakefront, the Sightseeing Gondola offers a bird's-eye view for spotting grizzly bears in their natural habitat.
When the landscape transitions to winter, it becomes a global hub for world-class skiing at the Lake Louise Ski Resort, ice skating under a sparkling ice castle on the frozen surface of Lake Louise, and horse-drawn sleigh rides along the snowy shoreline. Annual winter festivals such as SnowDays and Ice Magic, and the intricate sculptures from the Ice Magic International Ice Carving Competition, intrigue visitors from every corner.
