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Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

525 Tunnel Mountain Road, BANFF, Alberta T1L 1B2, Canada
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 15 reviews from 2 sources
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.9 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
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Based on 15 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "If you are looking for a clean, comfortable, basic place to stay where you can cook your meals in-house, I definately recommend the Douglas Fir Resort." source Orbitz

    "Will recommend this resort and will be returning." source Orbitz

    "Great place for families on a bit of a budget." source Travelocity

    "Our second stay and we will stay again." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 4.9 out of 5

    "Booked because of the indoor playground which was impressive but the hotel should have spent their money on better cleaning training and some customer service seminars." source Travelocity

    "My wife and I enmjoyed the fantastic service and the clean and spacious condos." source Travelocity

    "Staff was caring, clean and friendly." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "The location just outside of the crowded Banff town center was perfect. Your room key shown to the bus driver is good for free travel throughout the entire Banff area." source Orbitz

    "Drive to downtown Banff in 5 minutes and see what you need to see. I did not think it was that important to be within walking distance to downtown, especially with younger kids." source Travelocity

    "You do need a car to get to downtown (5 min drive)." source Travelocity

  • Value: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "magnificient view of rockies, from beautiful studio apartment with full kitchen, bath, even fireplace, and garage parking, at a good price." source Travelocity

  • Room: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "The room was very nice and in a very beautiful setting. There were deer enjoying an early morning breakfast right outside of my room." source Travelocity

    "The room was awesome and the beds were great." source Travelocity

More information on Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort is located on scenic Tunnel Mountain 4 minutes away from downtown Banff. DFR consists of comfortable condo-style accommodations, wood burning fireplaces, free wireless internet and well-equipped kitchens. Families love the two giant indoor waterslides, swimming pools, and kiddy pool. Our Giant indoor kids playzone is a huge hit! Adults can relax in our saunas, whirlpools and steam room. Everyone can enjoy the new fitness room, tennis court, and outdoor playground. Other amenities include a convenience store, coin laundry, outdoor BBQ and liquor store. Opening on August 5th is our giant indoor playground!!

Check-in Time:

1600

Check-out Time:

1100

Year Renovated:

2000

Total Rooms:

133 rooms.133

Total Floors:

3 floors.

Rooms:

1 Bedroom Loft Condo:These one bedroom loft condo units have a free dedicated parking stall with plug-in and includes full modern kitchen (standard size fridge, stove with cook-top and oven, microwave, pots & pans, dinnerware, silverware, dishwasher, misc. kitchen utensils), woodburning fireplace, cable TV, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron & board, dual line phone with data port, free daily coffee, bathroom amenities, daily maid service, recycle bins. Rate is based on two adults, an extra person charge of $20CDN applies for each extra adult (15 yrs +)Loft Units:These two- level loft units have free indoor heated parking, elevator access and includes full modern kitchen (standard size fridge, stove with cook-top and oven, microwave, pots and pans, dinnerware, silverware, dishwasher, misc. kitchen utensils), woodburning fireplace, cable TV, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron & board, dual line phone with data port, free daily coffee, bathroom amenities, daily maid service, recycle bins, balcony. Rate is based on two adults, an extra person charge of $20CDN applies for each extra adult (15 yrs +)Studio Suites:These comfortable studio units have free indoor heated parking, elevator access and include full modern kitchen (standard size fridge, stove with cook-top and oven, microwave, pots and pans, dinnerware, silverware, dishwasher, misc. kitchen utensils), woodburning fireplace, free firewood, cable TV, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron & board, dual line phone with data port, free daily coffee, bathroom amenities, daily maid service, recycle bins, balcony. Rate is based on two adults, an extra person charge of $20CDN applies for each extra adult (15 yrs +)1 Bedroom Condo:These one bedroom condos have a free dedicated parking stall with plug-in and includes full modern kitchen (standard size fridge, stove with cook-top and oven), microwave, pots and pans, dinnerware, silverware, dishwasher, misc. kitchen utensils), woodburning fireplace , cable TV, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron & board, dual line phone with data port, free daily coffee, bathroom amenities, daily maid service, recycle bins. Rate is based on two adults, an extra person charge of $20CDN applies for each extra adult (15 yrs +)

Cancellation Policy

Must be received by 11 am, 2 days prior to arrival date

Directions

Just two miles from downtown Banff, this resort is located in the tranquil forests of Banff National Park.Downtown Banff - 2.4 km (1.5 miles), Central Park - 3.2 km (1.5 miles), Banff Park Museum - 3.2 km (2 miles), Bow Falls - 4.8 km (3 miles), Banff Springs Golf Course - 4.8 km (3 miles), Sulpher Mountain Gondola - 6.4 km (4 miles), Lake Minnewanka - 12.8 km (8 miles), Lake Louise - 57.9 km (36 miles).

Area

Town of Banff, Banff National Park

Pets

False

Dining

Nearby restaurants:Saltlik, Earl's, Melissa's, The Balkan, Bruno's, Magpie & Stump and Johnny Ray's

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