Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
$$$$ - 9.2/10 - Elevated luxury perched high above the clouds, offering unparalleled, panoramic mountain views and world-class dining.
The Rimrock Resort Hotel (recently joined under IHG's Vignette Collection/Emblems ethos) is a legendary luxury property carved into the side of Sulphur Mountain. Known for its dramatic floor-to-ceiling views of the Bow Valley, this upscale resort offers a sophisticated escape just minutes from the Banff Upper Hot Springs. With fine dining, a pristine spa, and elegant interiors, it’s designed for travelers seeking a premium, mountain-enclosed sanctuary.
Top Reasons to Book the Rimrock Banff
Spectacular Elevated Views
Perched high above the town, the property offers some of the most dramatic, unobstructed vistas of the Canadian Rockies found anywhere in the park.
Fine Dining Excellence
Home to Eden, one of the few AAA Five-Diamond restaurants in Canada, making it a premier culinary destination for food lovers.
Premium Wellness & Spa
The on-site spa and health club offer a truly luxurious environment to unwind after a day of alpine adventures.
Room Types
Elevated Alpine Luxury & Cliffside Vistas
Terraced along the slopes of Sulphur Mountain, the Rimrock offers refined, warm-toned guest rooms designed to maximize its dramatic elevation. Standard accommodations feature plush bedding and dark-wood accents, but guests seeking the quintessential Rimrock experience should opt for the Grand View Rooms or upper-tier Suites, which feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Bow Valley and Mount Rundle.
Alternative Hotels to Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
Moose Hotel & Suites
Best for luxury seekers who want to be right downtown. It offers premium, mountain-chic amenities but trades the isolated, high-mountain views for walking-distance access to Banff Avenue.
The Juniper Hotel
Best for mid-range boutique lovers wanting a similar viewpoint. It offers a historic, nature-immersed vibe on the opposite side of the valley at a more accessible price point.
Peaks Hotel & Suites
Best for travelers wanting modern, minimalist design. It swaps the expansive, full-resort amenities of the Rimrock for a sleek, compact room right in the town center.
Typical Seasonal Starting Rates for Rimrock Banff
(mid June–Sept): $850 CAD
(late Sept–Oct): $500 CAD
(Nov–Mar): $350 CAD
(Apr–mid June): $450 CAD
Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection
Location
300 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1C3, Canada
Loyalty Program
ALL – Accor Live Limitless