A spacious alternative to the usual hotel stay but with standard perks like free internet the non-smoking Blackstone Mountain Lodge blends urbane style with rugged Rocky Mountain awe. The four-floor Blackstone is home to 123 non-smoking condos including one- two- and three-bedroom options offering up to 1300-square-feet of space. The look is chic and contemporary with rich organic palettes upscale maple furniture and plush textiles. Full kitchens include granite countertops breakfast bars stainless steel appliances and wine cabinets. Private balconies or terraces and slate fireplaces have guests fired up. Welcome gadgetry includes free high-speed internet LCD flat-panel TVs and DVD players. Spa-like touches include rain shower heads soaker tubs and designer bath products. Guests looking for TLC can take advantage of on-site spa services. A well-equipped fitness room and outdoor pool-hot tub work whether staying active or vegging out. Pets are welcome for a fee. Parking is free. The Bla... Read more »

A heated indoor pool and private balconies are among the perks at the non-smoking Best Western Plus Pocaterra Inn on the doorstep of the Canadian Rockies. This four-floor Best Western has 83 non-smoking rooms in an Alpine lodge setting that all entice with private fireplaces and balconies showcasing stunning views of the surrounding Rockies. Practical in-room perks include high-speed internet mini-fridges and microwaves. Guests can energize for the day with a blood-pumping workout in the fitness room. After a long day on the road the slopes or the trails guests can ease their tired muscles with a soak in the hot tub or steam in the sauna. Kids flip for the indoor heated pool with water slide and on-site game room. Parking is free. One block from the Trans-Canada Highway 1 in Canmore the Best Western is about 60 miles west of Calgary and a 20-minute drive southeast of Banff. There are varied dining options within a block of the hotel. One mile away guests can explore the intriguing sho... Read more »