The town of Jasper, Alberta, is a wilderness experience with luxury accommodations in the mountains of Canada. Located in the center of Jasper National Park, you will find golf, skiing, wildlife viewing and hiking right outside your doorstep. There are luxury hotels in Jasper to help you relax after enjoying the outdoor activities. Some of the hotels have award-winning restaurants with fine wine cellars. The main attraction for golfers is the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course, surrounded by picturesque mountains.
Astoria Hotel
The Astoria Hotel, in the center of Jasper, was one of the first hotels in town. It started out serving lunch to tourists, and today offers 35 guest rooms, 26 of which offer a view of the mountains. The remaining rooms overlook the landscaped grounds. Rooms include cable TV, Internet access, a small work area and a fridge. There is also a casual restaurant with a stone hearth and roaring fire, and a bar.
Astoria Hotel
404 Connaught Drive
Jasper, Alberta T0E 1E0
Canada
(800) 661-7343
astoriahotel.com
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Rustic, yet upscale and comfortable describes the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Settled in a mountain valley, this resort has it all including the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course. This course was rated number on by Canada's SCOREGolf Magazine. Ski resorts and wildlife watching are all within reach. The resort boasts 441 rooms, including suites and modern, lakeside vacation cabins and cottages.
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Old Lodge Road
Jasper, Alberta T0E 1E0
Canada
(780) 852-3301
fairmont.com
Sawridge Inn
The Sawridge Inn features standard and king-sized rooms with Internet access. It also has executive suites with king beds and a Jacuzzi tub. You can choose from balcony or interior rooms. The inn features two restaurants and a sports bar lounge. One of its restaurants, Walter's Dining Room, serves award-winning Canadian cuisine, and has a wine cellar with wines from all over the world. Enjoy a relaxing treatment in the spa--perfect for after a game of golf.
Sawridge Inn
82 Connaught Drive
Jasper, Alberta T0E 1E0
Canada
(780) 852-5111
sawridge.com
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