All Inclusive Ski Resorts Banff: 2025/2026 Packages Guide
There are no traditional Caribbean-style All Inclusive Ski Resorts Banff packages where one price covers unlimited food, alcohol, and skiing. However, you can create a near-identical experience by booking specific “Ski & Stay” packages that bundle luxury accommodation, SkiBig3 lift tickets, daily breakfast, and free shuttle transportation.
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To mimic an all-inclusive experience, book the Fairmont Gold Experience. It includes private check-in, a dedicated lounge with complimentary deluxe breakfast, afternoon canapés, and evening hors d’oeuvres. Combine this with a multi-day SkiBig3 Lift Ticket (which includes free shuttles), and you have covered 80% of your daily costs upfront.
Top “All Inclusive Ski Resorts Banff” Style Packages for 2025/2026
While you won’t find a wristband resort, these three properties offer the most comprehensive packages for the 2025/2026 ski season.
1. The “Castle” Experience: Fairmont Banff Springs
This is the closest you will get to a luxury all-inclusive. Their “Ski & Stay” offer is legendary.
- Package Name: Luxury Ski the Canadian Rockies
- Inclusions: Accommodation, daily à la carte breakfast, shuttle to all 3 ski hills, ski storage, and self-parking.
- Why It Wins: The hotel is a destination itself. With 11 restaurants and a world-class spa, you never need to leave the property except to ski.
- Estimated Price: $600 – $1,200+ CAD per night (varies by room type).
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2. The Only Ski-In/Ski-Out: Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Located at the top of the gondola at Sunshine Village, this is the only true ski-in/ski-out hotel in Banff National Park.
- Package Name: Ski & Relax or Shred & Breakfast
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3. The Downtown Hub: Moose Hotel & Suites
Perfect for those who want the “all-inclusive” convenience of walking to everything.
- Package Name: Best of Banff Ski Package
- Inclusions: Accommodation in a suite (often with kitchenette), Roam transit passes, and breakfast vouchers (depending on booking).
- Perk: Features two spectacular rooftop hot pools with views of Cascade Mountain.
- Location: Right on Banff Avenue, steps from 50+ restaurants if you want variety over a single hotel dining plan.
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How It Works for All Inclusive Ski Resorts Banff Trips: The SkiBig3 Ticket
The key to your all-inclusive trip is the SkiBig3 Lift Ticket. It covers all three major resorts: Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, and Mt. Norquay. Crucially, it includes free shuttle transportation from most Banff hotels to the slopes. This eliminates the need for a rental car, saving you $100+ per day and removing the stress of winter driving.
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The Costco Ticket Arbitrage
Do not buy lift tickets at the window ($160+ CAD). Stop at Costco in Calgary (e.g., Heritage Gate SE) on your drive in. They sell 2-packs of Sunshine/Lake Louise tickets for ~$200-220 CAD. You save ~$50-60 per person instantly. Digital Costco vouchers are occasionally available online but sell out by November.
The ‘Lake Louise Plus’ Card Math
Skiing 3 to 7 days? Skip the Ikon Pass. Buy the ‘Lake Louise Plus Card’ (~$139 CAD). It gives you free lift tickets on days 1, 4, and 7. For a 7-day trip, your average daily cost drops to ~$85 CAD/day, beating the SkiBig3 window rate by 45%.
Cost Analysis: Building Your Budget
Since meals aren’t typically included in the base rate, you need to budget for dining to get a true “all-inclusive” price estimate. Use these 2025 estimates to plan your daily spend.
Estimated Daily Dining Costs (Per Person)
- Breakfast: $20 – $35 CAD (e.g., Buffet at Vermillion Room or café grab-and-go)
- Lunch: $25 – $40 CAD (On-mountain cafeterias or lodge dining)
- Dinner: $50 – $100+ CAD (3-course meal at a mid-range to upscale restaurant)
- Drinks: $9 – $16 CAD per cocktail/glass of wine; $8+ for beer
- Total Daily Food Budget: ~$120 – $200 CAD per person for a “worry-free” experience.
If you are comparing costs with other destinations, check out our guide on Whistler vs Banff.
Whistler has more ski-in/ski-out village options, while Banff offers a more authentic town experience requiring short shuttles to the ski hills.
Shuttles & Logistics: The “Missing Link”
A true all-inclusive vacation means you don’t worry about transport. In Banff, the SkiBig3 shuttle system fills this gap perfectly.
- Frequency: Buses run frequently (every 20-60 mins) during peak morning and afternoon times.
- Pickup Points: Major hotels like the Fairmont, Banff Park Lodge, and High Country Inn have direct pickup.
- Cost: Free with your SkiBig3 lift ticket.
- Duration:
- Banff to Mt. Norquay: ~10-15 mins
- Banff to Sunshine Village: ~20-25 mins
- Banff to Lake Louise: ~40-45 mins
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When To Visit
For the best balance of snow quality and prices, aim for late January to February 2026. Christmas (late Dec) sees peak pricing and crowds. March offers warmer “spring skiing” days which are fantastic for après-ski on outdoor patios. See our full breakdown in the Best Time to Visit Banff 2026 guide.
Sample 5-Day “All Inclusive Ski Resorts Banff” Itinerary
Here is a blueprint for a hassle-free trip that feels like a curated package.
Day 1: Arrival & Acclimatization
- Transfer: Private SUV transfer from Calgary (YYC) to your hotel (~1.5 hours).
- Check-in: Fairmont Banff Springs (Gold Floor).
- Activity: Afternoon soak in the Willow Stream Spa mineral pools.
- Dinner: 1888 Chop House (on-site).
Day 2: Sunshine Village
- Morning: Gold Lounge breakfast. 8:30 AM SkiBig3 shuttle from hotel door.
- Skiing: Explore “Goat’s Eye” mountain. Lunch at Mad Trapper’s.
- Après: Drinks at the hotel’s Rundle Bar.
Day 3: Lake Louise
- Morning: Early shuttle to Lake Louise Ski Resort.
- Skiing: Long cruisers on the front side, bowls on the back.
- Lunch: Whitehorn Bistro (upscale on-mountain dining).
- Evening: Shuttle back. Dinner in downtown Banff at Park Distillery.
Ikon Pass ‘Base’ Restriction
Warning: The standard Ikon Base Pass blacked out SkiBig3 (Banff) completely during holidays in previous years, but for 2025/26, ensure you check the ‘Combined’ day count. SkiBig3 counts as ONE destination. 5 days total between Sunshine, Louise, Norquay combined, not 5 days each.
Sunshine Mountain Lodge Logistics
This is the only ski-in/ski-out property, but you cannot drive to it. You must park at the base (Bourgeau lot) and take a 20-minute gondola with your luggage. The gondola stops running at 5:30 PM (except Fridays). If your flight lands in Calgary after 2:00 PM, you will miss the last check-in gondola.
Why Choose This Over a Resort?
Banff offers a real town with history, not just a purpose-built tourist village. You get access to three distinct ski resorts on one ticket, giving you 8,000 acres of terrain variety that a single all-inclusive hill can’t match. Plus, with the Banff Family Park Pass, you are supporting national park conservation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Banff hotels offer full board (3 meals a day)?
Rarely. Most “Ski & Stay” packages include breakfast only. However, the Fairmont Gold level provides substantial food presentations throughout the day (breakfast, afternoon tea, evening hors d’oeuvres, late-night snacks) which can significantly offset food costs.
Is alcohol included in any packages?
No. Alcohol is not included in standard ski packages in Alberta due to liquor laws. You will pay for drinks separately at bars and restaurants.
Can I ski all 3 resorts with one pass?
Yes! The SkiBig3 lift ticket is the standard multi-resort pass. It grants access to Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, and Mt. Norquay, plus free shuttle transport. Check out our SkiBig3 Lift Ticket vs. Sightseeing Pass guide for more details.
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