Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper, Canada

· in a quiet spot outside Jasper town · 20 minutes' drive to the Marmot Basin ski resort (free shuttle bus) · 20 minutes' bus ride to the ski school meeting point · 10-minute bus ride to Jasper town (approx. $5pp each way)

Part of the prestigious Fairmont group, the Jasper Park Lodge is a proper wildlife retreat. You’re outside of Jasper Town here, in a secluded spot around Lake Beauvert. It's part of a 700-acre resort dotted around the shore, with all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a Fairmont hotel – there's an award-winning spa, outdoor pool, yoga and fitness facilities, ice skating and cross-country skiing trails. Plus the resort's in the world's second largest dark sky preserve, and there's an onsite planetarium used for stargazing presentations, so keep your eyes peeled for some constellations or even the Northern Lights if you're lucky.

The rooms here are just as special – they've all got the Canadian-chic look, with classic alpine touches here and there. Go for a real treat with a junior suite for a knockout view of the lake, plus your own fire place to snuggle up next to every night. Food-wise, there's a whole heap of restaurants where you can grab a bite, from afternoon tea and Italian cuisine to proper mountain fare. And if you prefer fuss-free mornings, you can upgrade to get bed & breakfast included too.

· outdoor pool · hot tub, saunas and steam room · selection of onsite restaurants · lounge with open fire · health club · ice skating · sleigh rides · cross-country trails · weekly outdoor family fun programme · shopping promenade · ski valet · free WiFi throughout · free parking · 446 rooms

· room-only as standard · optional upgrade to bed & breakfast with full American breakfast

All rooms have a satellite TV, free WiFi, telephone and safe (available from front desk), fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.

When you arrive, a pre-authorisation of approx. 100 CAD per night 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.

Fairmont double room with balcony or terrace - sleeps 1-2 (approx. 26m²) : King-size bed, or queen-size bed, or two double beds, or two twin beds, private shower or bath, WC and balcony or terrace.

Junior suite with lake view - sleeps 1-4 (approx. 39m²): King-size or two double beds, double sofa bed, private shower or bath, WC. These rooms have a lake view

Junior suite with lake view - sleeps 1-4 (approx. 39m²) : King-size or two double beds, double sofa bed, private shower or bath, WC. These rooms have a lake view and a wood-burning fireplace.