Thu, 17 Oct 2024

2024 Award Winners: Best Ski Resorts and Hotels

We know Banff, Lake Louise and SkiBig3 offer some of the best skiing and accommodation in the world and so do top critics in 2024!  

We are excited to announce that 2 of the SkiBig3 resorts have been recognized in multiple categories for the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveller and the 2024 MICHELIN Keys for Hotels. 

In the category of ‘Best Ski Resort in Canada’ Lake Louise Ski Resort came in 2nd with a score of 90.22 (out of 100) and Banff Sunshine ranked 3rd scoring 89.22. 

For ‘Best Ski Resort in North America’ we were excited to see Banff Sunshine being ranked as the 3rd best with an incredible score of 93.70.

Conde’ Nast Traveller is a prestigious accolade with global authority on luxury travel. Rankings come from over 100,000 readers who have travelled to the destinations and shared their experiences.  

Want to stay in award-winning accommodation while experiencing the best skiing in the world? Look no further than The Post Hotel. A recent winner of the 2024 MICHELIN Key Hotels in Canada, The Post joins the Fairmont Banff Spring and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise as outstanding One Key MICHELIN hotels in Canada.  

 

What makes this destination so award-worthy?  

Banff Sunshine is located on the Continental Divide in Banff National Park, just 20 minutes from the town of Banff. The resort boasts over 3,300 acres of skiable terrain, catering to all skill levels, including the acclaimed Delirium Dive, recognized as one of the top off-piste destinations globally. 

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Sunset laps at Banff Sunshine Village | Photo by Jillian Tester 


Lake Louise Ski Resort, the largest of the SkiBig3 resorts and one of the biggest in North America, offers an impressive 4,200 acres of diverse terrain across four mountain faces. Renowned for its blend of gentle slopes, glades, chutes, and open bowls, it has earned the title of 'Canada’s Friendly Giant.' Visitors are treated to breathtaking views of majestic mountains, shimmering lakes, stunning glaciers and forestry. 

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More about these spectacular resorts

Planning a ski trip to Banff: When is the best month to visit? | SkiBig3 
The Secret Behind SkiBig3’s Exceptional Quality Snow | SkiBig3 

 

Ready to book your next vacation to an award-winning ski resort  

No matter which month you choose to visit Banff and Lake Louise, you're in for an unforgettable winter adventure. Each month brings a unique experience, from early-season excitement in November to the thrilling spring skiing in March and April. Book your ski vacation package and enjoy the vacation of a lifetime.  

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