Growing up in a state that's on the border of Canada, a lot of people I know made the 5 hour drive to this beautiful country when they turned 18 because the drinking age is several years lower than the age in the United State. This country has so much to offer to tourists from all countries; wildlife, mountains, French delicacies and seemingly endless roads that give off the impression that civilization is far off. Some of the most spectacular places to stay are found scattered throughout Canada. I read several articles and put together my list of the top 5.
1. FairMont Le Chteau Frontenac : Overlooking the St. Lawrence River, the Fairmont offers guests a memorable experience in Quebec, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Originally built as a stopover for Canadian Pacific Railway travelors in the 18th century, architects quickly used designs inspired by the Renaissance and Middle Ages.The guestrooms have been newly renovated, a renowned Chef dishes up meals in the dining room and of course there is the distinctive European charm as well as an indoor pool and fitness center. Guests can hold business and special events at their banquet facilities. The hotel is home to Santol, a canine who greets guests and is available accompanies them on walks. This hotel also offer complimentary "Green" parking for guests who drive hybrids. Famous guests of this hotel include: Alfred Hitchcock, Chiang-Kai-Shek, Princess Grace of Monoco and President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
http://www.fairmont.com/EN_FA/Property/LCF/AboutUs/HotelHistory.htm
2.Le Scandinave Spa Mont-Tremblant is located on Blue Mountain in Quebec. Surrounded by peace and nature, guests enjoy the luxury of a genuine Scandanavian bath, allowing the guest to leave rejuvenated and at peace. Scandanavian baths are benefitial because they cleanse the skin, improves physical conditioning and provides an increased sense of well being. The baths are located outdoors, surrounded by quiet nature. The spa also offers massage, yoga, a bistro, and spa packages. Large windows allow guests to sit in the warm inside while still enjoying the quaint Canadian countryside. This accomodation is listed in Canada's Most Romantic Places.
http://www.scandinavetremblant.com/en/
3.Pillar and Post Niagra-on-the-Lake: This hotel is renowned for its country charm!Originally built in the 1890's as a canning factory, this structure has been turned into a one of a kind hotel. Voted Best Hotel in Ontario, it is also Ontario's only five star country inn. Although elegant, the hotel has a relaxed atmosphere. Sunshine cascades down through skylights onto terra cotta tile floors. Inside the hotel is the 100 Fountain Spa, a true escape to relaxation. Recently renovated, the spa features more services, such as the heated saltwater pools and hot springs plus a larger interior. The Cannery and Carriages Dining Room features Executive Chef, Randy Dupuis who whips up treats from locally grown ingredients. For more informal dining, there's the Vintages Wine Bar and Lounge where you can design your own pizza. The assortment of options make the inn an ideal place to take your family or meet business colleagues. Other ammeneties to the hotel include: a babysitting service, free parking, pets allowed and concierge service.
http://services.worldweb.com/tourism-reservation.html?mode=showpropertyinfo&objecttype_name=PegasusHotel&hotel_id=2920&location_level=3:631&category_level=1:333
4. FAIRMONT CHATEAU LAKE LOUISE is considered an icon of the Rock Mountains. On the shores of Lake Louise, the hotel faces the impressive Victoria Glacier. From the hotel, guests can visit Alberta's Banff National Park or the village of Lake Louise. The hotel lies in the midst of Canada's fist national park which makes it ideallic for hiking,canoeing or horseback riding. The gues rooms are finely furnished and offer scenic views of the lake, mountains and hotel grounds. The hotel also is hoem to a spa and salon as well as eight dining options. The philosophy of the hotel is "turing moments into memories" for their guests. Ammeneties at the hotel include: Pets allowed, bike tours, boating,gondola rides, snowmobiling tours and snowshoeing.
http://www.fairmont.com/LakeLouise?cm_mmc=icppc-_-Branded-CLL%20-%20Chateau%20Lake%20Louise%20-%20Canada-_-google-_-fairmont+chateau+lake+louise
5.Emerald Lake Lodge of Yoho is situated in Yoho National Park in British Columbia. This hotel has been ranked fourth by Readers Choice Awards and rated as a top hotel in Conde Naste Magazine. The lodge first opened it's doors in 1902 by owners who were inspired by the surrounding scenery.Yoho Park is a quiet area that offers one of the most spectacular sites in the Canadian Rockies. To enhance this natural silence, there are no televisions to be found anywhere in the hotel. Instead the rooms offer fireplaces and down duvets. Entertainment for the guests are found in the nearby lake and mountains. Guests dont have to venture from the hotel to see wildlife;bears are known to be close to the lodge. Dont let the quaintness fool you. The lodge is only a 20 minute drive from Alberta and the on site restaurant offers excuisite cuisine. http://british-columbia-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/one_of_the_best_hotels_of_the_canadian_rockies
http://www.canada.worldweb.com/TravelArticles/Top10//8-147491.html
http://www.canada.worldweb.com/TravelArticles/Top10/
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