Banff Park Lodge, Banff, Canada

· central location · ski bus stop directly outside with at least 3 departures every morning, depending on the resort · just 15 minutes from Mount Norquay, 25 minutes from Sunshine and 45 minutes from Lake Louise

A stylish pick right in the centre of Banff town, this is a great base to explore the Canadian Rockies from. And one of its best bits are the spa facilities – after a day on the hill you can kick back and relax in the warmth of the hot tub or steam room, or take a leisurely dip in the indoor pool.

And with exposed brick work, warm lighting and cosy seating areas, the bar and lobby are a great place to swap slope stories at the end of the day.

You’ll stay on a room only basis here, but you've got the option to upgrade to include meals if you want to. Pay a little extra to start the day with a buffet spread that ticks off everything from eggs and bacon to Bircher muesli. Then when it's time to refuel in the evening you can choose from the Park Lodge's three restaurants, each with a different dining option. Or head out into Banff town to grab a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants.

· indoor pool, hot tub, hot plunge pool and steam room · small fitness room · lobby area with large open fire · choice of two restaurants (La Terrazza and the Crave Mountain Grill) · lounge/bar area · extra charge for WiFi · in-house shopping arcade · ATM bank machine · 211 bedrooms

· room-only as standard · optional upgrade to bed & breakfast, with a hot and cold buffet breakfast · optional upgrade to half board, with a hot and cold buffet breakfast and evening meals to be taken in the Crave Mountain Grill (3-course set menu), Terrace Lounge Pub (choice of main and dessert) or La Terrazza restaurant (limited choice) · optional extra charge for Christmas and New Year's gala meals to be paid locally

Please note

All meal rates include tax and tips.

All rooms have a satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, and iron and ironing board, and they all come with a balcony too.

When you arrive, a pre-authorisation of between 250 and 300 CAD is added to your card to cover any spending during your stay. When you check out, you’ll pay the real value and the pre-authorisation will be cancelled.

Double room - sleeps 2-4: Two queen-size beds, private bath, private shower and WC.

Double room - sleeps 2: King-size bed, private bath, private shower and WC.

Deluxe double room with Jacuzzi - sleeps 2: King-size bed, private shower, Jacuzzi and WC.