Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee of approximately CAD 19 per person.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features elevators, step-free entrances, and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located 1.5 miles from Icefields Parkway and 2.2 miles from Athabasca Glacier. It is also close to Jasper National Park South Entrance and Banff National Park.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age. Specific age details are not provided.

Glacier View Lodge Inn in Alberta

Average nightly price at Glacier View Lodge by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$725
March	US$723
May	US$359
June	US$584
July	US$660
August	US$689
September	US$527
October	US$377

What guests think

At Glacier View Lodge, travellers consistently praise the breathtaking glacier views and convenient base for Icefields activities, along with generally friendly, helpful staff and modern, comfortable rooms that many find clean, quiet, and thoughtfully appointed.

Multiple guests, however, struggled with room temperature controls—especially heat or shared thermostats—and a few noted noise from corridors or exterior equipment. Facilities feel limited in this remote setting; elevator outages occurred on some stays, and the evening reception and 24/7 lobby coffee were appreciated. Dining feedback is mixed: some praised Altitude and the welcome charcuterie, while others found menus slim, a buffet not hot, or the cafe underwhelming. Expect stunning views and warm service, with some trade offs in amenities and climate control.

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Facilities

Facilities are limited for a remote lodge, but guests appreciate the evening reception and 24/7 lobby coffee; free parking is noted. A few reviews reported elevator outages.

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Angela

14 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Einfach eine herrliche location, schöne zimmer, freundliches personal am Empfang, kostenlose benutzung der kaffeemaschine den ganzen tag, lift, kostenloser parkplatz, wenn die tagestouristen weg sind, geniesst man die ruhe

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Stefan

20 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Das Hotel ist im Visitor Center des Columbia Icefields im 3 Stock. Die Lage ist einziartig schön. Von der geschmackvollen Hotellobby aus hat man einen einzigartigen Blick auf den Gletscher und die imposante Bergwelt. Als Hotelgast kann man kostenfrei auf dem hoteleigenen Parkplatz parken. Von 17 bis 19 Uhr gibt es einen Empfang mit Drink und kleinen Häppchen in der Lobby. Um 18:30 Uhr startet der Ausflug zum Skywalk, die Hotelgruppe ist die letzte Gruppe auf dem Walk. Am nächsten Morgen um 9:30 Uhr ist die Fahrt mit dem Monsterbussen auf den Gletscher. Die Hotelgruppe ist die erste Gruppe und hat den Gletscher exklusiv, genau wie die Skybridge am Vorabend. Das ist ein wertvolles Asset bei den Menschenmengen, die da durchgeschleust werden. In der Lobby gibt es einen Kaffeevollautomaten, der 24 Stunden kostenfrei genutzt werden kann. Wir hatten ein Maisonettezimmer mit 3 Qeenbetten und Bergblick (hinten raus). Dort läuft 24 Stunden ein Mördergenerator. Wer Lärmempfindlich ist, sollte Gletscherblick buchen (und zahlen😁). Die Zimmer waren sehr schön., hochwertig eingerichtet und ausgerüstet. Das Restaurant haben wir nicht genutzt Insgeamt ein tolles Erlebnis, nicht ganz billig, aber uns hat es gut gefallen. Die Ausflüge kosten 99 CAN $ pro Nase, sind aber ein Musthave.

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Amanda

1 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful boutique hotel with incredible views of the glacier. Great welcome reception with cocktails and charcuterie. Room was upgraded to a glacier view through Expedia gold membership.

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Susanne

15 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Glacier View lodge is a very good option for people wanting to explore the Columbia Icefields area and the Icefields Parkway. Great views! I did think it was a little pricey for what you get (no room service available, only had two very small towels in the bathroom, ect.) For $600 a night I would expect better services and higher quality. Overall a pleasant stay, however.

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Barry

5 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The elevator wasn't working and the rooms are on the third floor. No prior e-mail to notify of this issue. At the time there was no porter to carry our cases, the booking clerk did his best, (we received a discount for the poor initial service) The room could not be faulted, bright airy and very clean, and a stunning view. The only real complaint would have been the food (not the cocktails). Only a limited buffet that wasn't very hot. For both the evening and breakfast. Due to the location there is no other option anywhere nearby.

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Joyce

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient! Clean. Friendly staff. Altitude staff very friendly and helpful. Wished Starbucks opened earlier, would’ve liked to have taken a coffee on the road since it was such a cool morning.

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Sunny

13 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Can’t beat the glacier view from welcome hall. Both glacier tour and glass walk bridge tour for Hotel guests were wet comfortable and great experience. Hotel staff was very helpful during our entire stay.

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Christine

29 May 2022

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Stayed 1 night

La vue est magnifique, l’ascenseur était brisé ce qui est problématique pour les bagages

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Elsa

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely love Glacier View Lodge. The views of the Athabasca Gracier from the lobby and restaurant are incredible. The room was very clean and nicely decorated. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the welcome complimentary cocktail and charcuterie board. We have breakfast and dinner at the onsite restaurant, Altitude, the food was delicious. I highly recommend Gracier View Lodge.

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Max

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upon arrival we were upgraded to a Glacier view room the rooms are clean modern and the view is spectacular we were blessed with amazing weather. All staff went above a beyond and were very personable. I would definitely recommend for 1 night only as the dining options are not good. Avoid the Altitude at all costs. As you get a better view from the hotel lobby. They serve a charcuterie board a couple of drinks one Alcoholic and one alcohol free.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are generally very clean with quality bedding noted. There are isolated complaints about a dirty bathtub or an insect.

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Wei

6 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to have a family getaway, wife and son enjoy our stay at this hotel. Clean and comfortable

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Ravishankar

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms excellent service and superb view

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Chan

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hot water was not functioning at the beginning and black out for few minutes. Staff resolve the problems quickly. Room very clean with Dyson fan and hair dryer. Excellent view in room, very convenient to go for Icefield bus station.

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Carter

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was nice, great views. The food was also good, but could be better. Definitely not 5 or 4 star, but it could be one day. This place needs more activities for the guests like a private balcony with a bar, pool table and hot tub. We hiked the whole time we were there so it would have been nice to have some other dinner options or a kitchen or sinple stove top in the room would be nice. The only real downside I can think of is that there was a tick on my pillow as i walked into the room. I killed it but like.. kinda gross

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Jialing

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room is large, modern, and clean. The view is breathtaking!

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Jim

22 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The location was great, easy walk to ice cream and food if not in the hotel. But the place looked unkept bathtub was dirty and in poor repair - needs A/C - overall a little dingy and the staff was not always making us feel welcome.

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Elsa

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely love Glacier View Lodge. The views of the Athabasca Gracier from the lobby and restaurant are incredible. The room was very clean and nicely decorated. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the welcome complimentary cocktail and charcuterie board. We have breakfast and dinner at the onsite restaurant, Altitude, the food was delicious. I highly recommend Gracier View Lodge.

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MARK S

4 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable, and quiet...

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Xuefeng

10 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, nice view, and the food of the restaurant is fantasitc.

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XIAOPING

17 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location, clean and quiet. Stuffs are very nice.

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Rooms

Modern, comfortable rooms with standout glacier views; some are spacious and quiet. Several guests struggled with non adjustable or shared thermostats, and a few mentioned corridor or generator noise, especially in back facing rooms.

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Gabrielle

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Très belle hébergement, malheureusement mal insonorisé (dès que quelqu’un passe dans le corridor on l’entend).

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Jialiang

19 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice view of the glacier

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Stefan

20 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Das Hotel ist im Visitor Center des Columbia Icefields im 3 Stock. Die Lage ist einziartig schön. Von der geschmackvollen Hotellobby aus hat man einen einzigartigen Blick auf den Gletscher und die imposante Bergwelt. Als Hotelgast kann man kostenfrei auf dem hoteleigenen Parkplatz parken. Von 17 bis 19 Uhr gibt es einen Empfang mit Drink und kleinen Häppchen in der Lobby. Um 18:30 Uhr startet der Ausflug zum Skywalk, die Hotelgruppe ist die letzte Gruppe auf dem Walk. Am nächsten Morgen um 9:30 Uhr ist die Fahrt mit dem Monsterbussen auf den Gletscher. Die Hotelgruppe ist die erste Gruppe und hat den Gletscher exklusiv, genau wie die Skybridge am Vorabend. Das ist ein wertvolles Asset bei den Menschenmengen, die da durchgeschleust werden. In der Lobby gibt es einen Kaffeevollautomaten, der 24 Stunden kostenfrei genutzt werden kann. Wir hatten ein Maisonettezimmer mit 3 Qeenbetten und Bergblick (hinten raus). Dort läuft 24 Stunden ein Mördergenerator. Wer Lärmempfindlich ist, sollte Gletscherblick buchen (und zahlen😁). Die Zimmer waren sehr schön., hochwertig eingerichtet und ausgerüstet. Das Restaurant haben wir nicht genutzt Insgeamt ein tolles Erlebnis, nicht ganz billig, aber uns hat es gut gefallen. Die Ausflüge kosten 99 CAN $ pro Nase, sind aber ein Musthave.

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Armilyn

30 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice view of the glacier

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Hui

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice friendly staffs! Help us upgrade to nice view room, thanks again ！

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William

26 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is the only hotel near the Athabasca Glacier, so while there are no other options, it’s still a nice hotel. My only complaint is that I couldn’t adjust the heat in the room. It was way too hot for us. I had to open a window to cool down the room. But we were glad we stayed here. Definitely didn’t want to drive two hours back to Banff.

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Jerry

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the air conditioning cannot adjust

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Jialing

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room is large, modern, and clean. The view is breathtaking!

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MARK S

4 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable, and quiet...

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Calissa

17 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Staff were all great. Only downfall was room was extremely hot in the night. One room controls multiple rooms on a thermostat so other people had to suffer as well. Staff were sympathetic.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming and helpful, with early check in and view upgrades mentioned. A small number reported lapses such as slow follow up or an unattended late arrival, though issues were often resolved quickly.

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Sunny

19 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is great, but the service is bad. It was really annoying to be asked over and over if I was a guest, even though I donated food to the staff. To be exact, five times during one morning while I’m wearing the same outfit in the lounge. I also saw how differently they treated people of different races. And there were NO towels in the room when we arrived. When I asked for towels at night, I had to wait for an hour and remind them twice. They said they forgot while we were the only guest reaching out at 11pm. Seriously? And then I left some stuff at the hotel and I still haven't heard back from them, even though I contacted them through Expedia four days ago. I would not recommend this hotel if Jasper is reopen.

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YIWEI

27 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Receptionist Miss Kelsey was very nice and helpful .

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Trecy

25 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Kelsey and her team are TOP NOTCH! Dinner was one of best of our entire trip. Views of Glacier amd Mountain are spectacular. We also stayed on Gold Levels at other stays but our stay at the Lodge was truly a highlight. Room was unbelievably comfortable, beautiful and exceeded expectations. We will be back!

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William George

9 Jul 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The room was lovely,great bed. We arrived late, nobody at reception which was annoying , the restaurant had closed and there was no bar. On the plus side the views from the room were stunning.

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Xiao Meng

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome check in. Staff was so friendly and checked us in prior to the check in time. Thank you!

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Hui

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice friendly staffs! Help us upgrade to nice view room, thanks again ！

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CECILE

9 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The location of the property is one of a kind, and the service is excellent. I would go back in a heart beat!

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Chan

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hot water was not functioning at the beginning and black out for few minutes. Staff resolve the problems quickly. Room very clean with Dyson fan and hair dryer. Excellent view in room, very convenient to go for Icefield bus station.

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Roland

17 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, excellent food options, perfect location for viewing glaciers

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michael

29 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and engaging staff.

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Location

Unique, scenic location beside the Athabasca Glacier and very convenient for glacier tours, the Skywalk and breaks between Banff and Jasper. The remote setting limits nearby alternatives.

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Stefan

20 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Das Hotel ist im Visitor Center des Columbia Icefields im 3 Stock. Die Lage ist einziartig schön. Von der geschmackvollen Hotellobby aus hat man einen einzigartigen Blick auf den Gletscher und die imposante Bergwelt. Als Hotelgast kann man kostenfrei auf dem hoteleigenen Parkplatz parken. Von 17 bis 19 Uhr gibt es einen Empfang mit Drink und kleinen Häppchen in der Lobby. Um 18:30 Uhr startet der Ausflug zum Skywalk, die Hotelgruppe ist die letzte Gruppe auf dem Walk. Am nächsten Morgen um 9:30 Uhr ist die Fahrt mit dem Monsterbussen auf den Gletscher. Die Hotelgruppe ist die erste Gruppe und hat den Gletscher exklusiv, genau wie die Skybridge am Vorabend. Das ist ein wertvolles Asset bei den Menschenmengen, die da durchgeschleust werden. In der Lobby gibt es einen Kaffeevollautomaten, der 24 Stunden kostenfrei genutzt werden kann. Wir hatten ein Maisonettezimmer mit 3 Qeenbetten und Bergblick (hinten raus). Dort läuft 24 Stunden ein Mördergenerator. Wer Lärmempfindlich ist, sollte Gletscherblick buchen (und zahlen😁). Die Zimmer waren sehr schön., hochwertig eingerichtet und ausgerüstet. Das Restaurant haben wir nicht genutzt Insgeamt ein tolles Erlebnis, nicht ganz billig, aber uns hat es gut gefallen. Die Ausflüge kosten 99 CAN $ pro Nase, sind aber ein Musthave.

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Debbie

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We wanted a stop between Banff and Jasper and to do the sky walk which was conveniently located

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MENG CHEN

16 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and cozy. Great for glacier icefield viewing.

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Cynthia

3 Jun 2023

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Falling into sleep and waking up alongside the glacier are something luxury and breathtaking. Staying here is super convenient if participating in the glacier tour and skywalk. The room interior is well set up and I enjoyed the book about the building of the Skywalk provided in the room.

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Werner

26 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Die Lage der Lodge zwischen Jasper und Banff Nat. Park ist prima

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Zishan

19 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The view from the lobby was awesome, but it’s actually accessible for non hotel guests too. The stay was a bit pricey but room condition was nice. Very convenient to attend those Glacier activities.

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William

26 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is the only hotel near the Athabasca Glacier, so while there are no other options, it’s still a nice hotel. My only complaint is that I couldn’t adjust the heat in the room. It was way too hot for us. I had to open a window to cool down the room. But we were glad we stayed here. Definitely didn’t want to drive two hours back to Banff.

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Lucia

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice updated lodge. Nice location and staffs. We saw aroura here!

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Nathalie

2 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lieu unique avec vue splendide

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Roland

17 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, excellent food options, perfect location for viewing glaciers

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Dining

Feedback is mixed: some enjoyed tasty meals at Altitude and the welcome charcuterie, while others found menus limited, buffet items not hot or the cafe underwhelming; options and hours can feel limited.

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Olivia

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The view is absolutely stunning. But there isn’t any food selection downstairs. I just hope there’s at least microwave so that we can warm up food.

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Trecy

25 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Kelsey and her team are TOP NOTCH! Dinner was one of best of our entire trip. Views of Glacier amd Mountain are spectacular. We also stayed on Gold Levels at other stays but our stay at the Lodge was truly a highlight. Room was unbelievably comfortable, beautiful and exceeded expectations. We will be back!

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Barry

5 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The elevator wasn't working and the rooms are on the third floor. No prior e-mail to notify of this issue. At the time there was no porter to carry our cases, the booking clerk did his best, (we received a discount for the poor initial service) The room could not be faulted, bright airy and very clean, and a stunning view. The only real complaint would have been the food (not the cocktails). Only a limited buffet that wasn't very hot. For both the evening and breakfast. Due to the location there is no other option anywhere nearby.

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Joyce

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient! Clean. Friendly staff. Altitude staff very friendly and helpful. Wished Starbucks opened earlier, would’ve liked to have taken a coffee on the road since it was such a cool morning.

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Carter

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was nice, great views. The food was also good, but could be better. Definitely not 5 or 4 star, but it could be one day. This place needs more activities for the guests like a private balcony with a bar, pool table and hot tub. We hiked the whole time we were there so it would have been nice to have some other dinner options or a kitchen or sinple stove top in the room would be nice. The only real downside I can think of is that there was a tick on my pillow as i walked into the room. I killed it but like.. kinda gross

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Roland

17 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, excellent food options, perfect location for viewing glaciers

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Amanda

21 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Premium property with some average experiences. We really expected a premium Experience, and the hotel staff did everything to provide that. Unfortunately the surrounding options are mediocre. The restaurant has a very slim menu, the cafe is poor quality with very slim menu, and there is literally nothing else to offer. I was quite disappointed because we paid for a premium experience and there is little room for error. One of the more beautiful properties in the national parks, but not without its flaws. The cafe should really offer a lot more.

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Elsa

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely love Glacier View Lodge. The views of the Athabasca Gracier from the lobby and restaurant are incredible. The room was very clean and nicely decorated. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the welcome complimentary cocktail and charcuterie board. We have breakfast and dinner at the onsite restaurant, Altitude, the food was delicious. I highly recommend Gracier View Lodge.

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Xuefeng

10 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, nice view, and the food of the restaurant is fantasitc.

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Max

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upon arrival we were upgraded to a Glacier view room the rooms are clean modern and the view is spectacular we were blessed with amazing weather. All staff went above a beyond and were very personable. I would definitely recommend for 1 night only as the dining options are not good. Avoid the Altitude at all costs. As you get a better view from the hotel lobby. They serve a charcuterie board a couple of drinks one Alcoholic and one alcohol free.

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