5 Luxury Banff Wedding Venues

In the heart of the Canadian Rockies lies a place where romance flourishes amidst towering peaks and crystal-clear lakes. Welcome to Banff, a destination synonymous with luxury and romance, offering an unparalleled backdrop for your special day.

In this guide, we unveil the top five luxury wedding venues in Banff, each a masterpiece of design and hospitality. Whether you envision an intimate ceremony surrounded by pristine wilderness or a lavish affair in a grand ballroom, these venues promise to exceed your every expectation. Join us as we journey through Banff's most coveted locations, where love stories come to life against a backdrop of unparalleled beauty and opulence.

1. The Malcolm Hotel

Experience luxury in the Canadian Rockies at The Malcolm Hotel located in Spring Creek, Canmore, Alberta. The Malcolm hotel boasts stunning panoramic mountain views and a peaceful creekside location. Offering four star service, luxury amenities, and gorgeous views of the Three Sisters peaks. The roof top stage is the perfect location for your elopement with mountains views on all sides, the Edinburgh Patio and Edinburgh Castle Ballroom with mountain views and floor to ceiling windows are perfect for your wedding ceremony and reception.Perfect for your intimate wedding or elopement in any season.

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Features:

  • Outdoor and indoor ceremony locations

  • Indoor reception locations

  • Onsite hotel accommodations

  • Mountain Views

  • Capacity of 20-260

  • Plated and buffet meal options

  • 1 hour and 20 minutes from Calgary

  • Pet friendly up to 50 lbs with an additional charge of $50 per stay

Follow this link to find out more information about having your intimate wedding or elopement at The Malcolm Hotel

2. Fairmont Chateau Lake Louis

The iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has soaring mountains, glittering glaciers and a sparking turquoise lake. The Chateau offers fine cuisine and renowned service. The staff make it a priority to cater to your every need. There are endless breathtaking hikes near by and you can rent a canoe on the lake.Some of the most popular ceremony and receptions areas include the Lakeview Terrace, Victoria Terrace, and Victoria Ballroom.

Features:

  • Outdoor and indoor ceremony locations

  • Indoor reception locations

  • Onsite hotel accommodations

  • Mountain views

  • Capacity of 20-500

  • Pet friendly


    Follow this link to find our more information about having your intimate wedding or elopement at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

3. Fairmont Banff Springs

Fairmont Banff Springs is Canada’s Castle in the Rockies. The historic castle is one of the most luxurious and highly sought after venues in Banff. Your wedding day will feel like a modern fairytale! You can pamper yourself and your guests at the renowned Fairmont Spa, go golfing on a championship golf course, ski extraordinary runs and countless other activities year round. The Outdoor Terrace, Cascade Ballroom and Mt. Stephen hall are amongst the most popular spaces for weddings at the Fairmont Banff Springs.

Features:

  • Outdoor and indoor ceremony locations

  • Indoor reception locations

  • Mountain views

  • Onsite hotel accommodations

  • Plated and buffet meal options

  • 1 hour and 28 minutes from Calgary

  • Capacity of 10-220

  • Pet friendly with a one time cleaning fee


    Follow this link to find our more information about having your intimate wedding or elopement at the Fairmont Banff Springs.

4. Emerald Lake Lodge

Emerald Lake Lodge offers gorgeous mountain views and a stunning jade coloured lake. It’s the perfect location for a secluded and romantic intimate wedding or elopement. You can rent the entire island and have the island and its amenities all to yourself. It’s the perfect combination of privacy and beauty.

Features:

  • Outdoor and indoor ceremony locations

  • Indoor reception locations

  • Mountain views

  • Onsite hotel accommodations

  • Plated and buffet meal options

  • Capacity of 20-150

  • Limited number of pet friendly accommodations


Follow this link to find our more information about having your intimate wedding or elopement at the Emerald Lake Lodge.

5. Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge

Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is pet friendly, has hiking trail near by and is connected to the Kananaskis Nordic Spa.

Features:

  • Outdoor and indoor ceremony locations

  • Indoor reception locations

  • Onsite hotel accommodations

  • Mountain views

  • Nordic Spa

  • Pet friendly

Follow this link to find our more information about having your intimate wedding or elopement at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.