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Let the spectacular views of the Canadian Rockies steal your breath away as you celebrate the most special day of your life on top of the world. Located in Banff National Park, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa is framed by snow-capped mountains that provide a tranquil backdrop to your celebration. Authentically rustic ambiance fills the Lodge, from the hand hewn log accents, to the vibrant tapestries, to the lobby’s massive fieldstone fireplace.

Facilities and capacity

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa boasts two newly renovated function spaces for couples to choose from. Both rooms feature windows, clean modern décor, cork floors, recessed lighting, wood trim accents, and individually controlled ELAN sound systems. The Woodlands Meeting Room is a quietly elegant room with tons of natural light located on the first floor of the mountain lodge. The room can accommodate up to 48 guests for banquet seating, or around 64 guests for a standing cocktail reception. The Tundra Meeting Room provides a warm intimate setting, located right beside the Woodlands Room. The same rustic elegance and majestic charm carries into the Tundra Room, which can seat up to 24 guests for an intimate seated reception.

Services offered

The experienced staff at Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa will work tirelessly to make sure your event is flawless. Catering services are provided by Keg Steakhouse & Bar, the Lodge’s in-house restaurant. Keg Steakhouse is known for their juicy steaks and fresh ingredients. Couples also have the flexibility to bring in outside vendors of their choosing.

Accommodations

Wedding guests are welcome to stay in any of the 190 rooms available at the mountain style hotel. Recently renovated in 2011, each room features luxurious amenities such as deluxe bedding, flat screen TVs, wireless internet, and a mini fridge. Jacuzzi suites are also available at the lodge, complete with a private fireplace and unparalleled views.

Other facilities

Make sure to take advantage of the Keg Steakhouse & Bar and Red Earth Spa during your stay. The full service spa includes six treatment rooms, a 30 person hot pool, and special romance packages. Other amenities provided by the Lodge include: fitness facilities, heated underground parking, a multilingual staff, ski storage, and dry cleaning services.

Location

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa is located on Banff Avenue, the main street in the town of Banff. It is an ideal vacation spot, situated at a close proximity from local attractions such as Bow Falls, Legacy Trail, and Cave & Basin.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet hall
Hotel
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

Classic
Country

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Catering / bar
Event planning
Event rentals
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chair covers
Decor
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,823

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,823

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,750

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,588

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$58

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$59

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$80

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$25

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$9

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited bar
Open bar
House beer
House wine
Champagne toast
House liquor
Signature drink
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Reviews for Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa

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4.9 out of 5 rating
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11 reviews
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Paulla
Paulla C. Sent on 28/08/2022
4.6 out of 5 rating

Recommend for small wedding

The caribou lodge was a fantastic venue for a small wedding
Barb
Barb O. Sent on 04/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Keg at the Caribou Lodge wonderful

Wonderful working with Lauren to plan the wedding reception for my daughter, she was so accommodating and helpful.

The staff that attended to us were perfect and the food exceptional . This venue I highly recommended.
Taylor
Taylor L. Sent on 04/03/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Simply amazing!

The staff at the lodge were very accommodating and helpful throughout our stay. We absolutely loved our loft room and can’t wait to go back.
Wendy
Wendy P. Sent on 20/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful accommodation

We stayed at the Banff Caribou Lodge and could not have asked for nicer accommodation services. There was a lovely decently priced restaurant on premise, a laundry room for guests use, swimming pool, sauna, and a spa. Absolutely loved it and would stay again.
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Jillian P. Sent on 27/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing group coordinator

Our dream to get married at the caribou lodge unfortunate did not come to fruition due to COVID, however, it was an absolute pleasure working with Ayla. She replied to our inquiries promptly, clearly laid everything out for us as far as day of scheduling and contract items, and we’d be fortunate to work with her again. Venue is beautiful and very reasonably priced.
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Caitlin C. Sent on 15/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Woodlands Room

We had our wedding reception in the woodlands room. Booking the room was easy and they allowed us to make changes to our contract in a shorter time frame due to covid. Food was good and the service was excellent. Thanks!!
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Deborah H. Sent on 02/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding

Natalie helped me via email to set up our special day. Not only did she nail my winter wedding to a tea but the hotel staff made sure everyone of our guests were accommodated. They decorated the Woodlands rooms with class for the ceremony. Our reception was at the Keg. Not an easy task on a Saturday night, but everyone of our guests were served at the same time and food was amazing. Not one person left hungry. Highly recommend
Joanne
Joanne Sent on 20/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Great for small wedding

We had the ceremony and reception here Nov 2018, for 31 people it was a great venue. The hotel setup was well done and they were easy to work with. We had about 2.5 months to get everything done, and the 2 planners we worked with were very good. For the reception Nat, Cynthia and Michelle kept everything moving along and their service was exceptional.

The food was catered by the Keg and all our guests enjoyed their selections.

The only problem I had was with some duplicate charges but the manager caught them and worked with me to resolve everything quickly. I would recommend this hotel for a wedding with
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Trisha G. Sent on 26/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We got married at the Banff Caribou Lodge this past Oct and it was absolutely beautiful! The hotel is just lovely and the Woodlands room was just the perfect size for our 30 person event! The staff was wonderful during the dinner and cocktail hour, very attentive and accommodating to all of our guests. The food was amazing (Who doesn't love the Keg?) and they did a great job for those guests with special dietary concerns. The wedding coordinator, Rebekah, took care of me from the very beginning of my wedding planning journey when I found her at the bridal fair early in the year, all the way to the big day! She knew my budget and was extremely knowledgeable in all her suggestions and ideas to help me pull it off! I would highly recommend the Banff Caribou Lodge for a cozy and intimate mountain wedding.
Geneviève
Geneviève G. Sent on 04/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I booked a room at the Caribou Logde, Banff on July 17, 2017 for my wedding reception. The room was perfect to seat more than 30 persons. The barmaid was very kind and the food was excellent. I got a very good service with Lauren (Groups sales coordinator). She was able to answer all of my questions! (and I had a lot with my language barrier! Lauren was very patient with me and very professional.) We also rent a room for that night at a great price. The room was perfect. We couldn't ask for better! Lauren also let us a beautiful card in the room with a bottle of wine as a welcome newlyweds guest :) Caribou Lodge really was a great place to choose for a real dream day! Thank you for the Caribou Lodge team!
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