Num-Ti-Jah Lodge

Only a few words needed - if you are a foodie, if you are a hiker or if you just like to go for walks and admire the view, this is the place for you. Great, unparalleled and friendly service and atmosphere ! Don’t forget to remove your shoes! Well done Bruce and team - and thank you!

We really enjoyed our stay at Bow Lake Lodge. When we first stepped into the lobby we were greeted by Mia with a great big smile. We then met the hosts / managers, Mike and Nicola. They could not have been friendlier making us feel very welcomed. During our stay the staff remembered everyone's names.There is no elevator but they brought up our heavy suitcases . The rooms are very clean, bright and large. The room is locked by a keypad lock with a number of our choosing. The food was excellent and they were very accommodating if you did not want to eat at the "family style " table. The trail lunch was excellent with lots of choices of sides, fruit, trail mix etc. The Lodge was a warm place to stay in the middle of extraordinary scenery.

A really wonderful place to stay. The best part - of an excellent lodge - is the young, enthusiastic and helpful staff. Without exception, they were utterly charming. Exceptionally good management too. The price is all-inclusive and all the food is delicious and generous. Dinner is a four course feast, but there are many nice touches, such as a good afternoon tea, and an excellent spread from which to choose your packed lunch. Rooms have been refurbished and are modern, tasteful and spacious. Lots of welcoming public rooms too. Don't be put off by the unfinished exterior and rough grounds, for it is a work in progress.

My husband and I met friends at The Lodge at Bow Lake for 4 days a few weeks ago. The 1922 Lodge has had a complete renovation, integrating the original log style with elegant contemporary elements. Guest rooms are large and comfortable (fabulous beds!). Common spaces are welcoming, gracious and visually appealing. The location is classic Canadian Rockies, with a view that is gorgeous and grand. There is a beautiful trail along the edge of Bow Lake to a high country waterfall. On a warm day I even took a quick cool dip in the Lake. Other more challenging trails are minutes away by car. A gourmet four course dinner each evening was delicious. Maybe the best part of this place is the warm, welcoming spirit of the entire staff. When we asked, whether for a recommendation for dinner wine, a suggestion on seeking out the beaver who swims laps in the Lake each evening, or just hiking advice, we were answered like honored guests. We cannot wait to be back next year.

This is as much of a private paradise in the Canadian Rockies as we hoped for! Although day visitors stop by for sights and hikes, mornings and evenings were relished by the few staying in the lodge, including us. The food is plentiful and delicious. The staff very professional and personable. The rooms comfortable and spotless. We left this paradise and went to Lake Louise and felt we were in a tourist jungle! Such a contrast of atmosphere we would choose the Lodge at Bow Lake for any future visit.

We loved our stay here. The lodge is updated and perfectly blends a rustic look with new and modern furniture and finishings. Bruce and team were all so friendly and accommodating - the staff knows every guest by name. We enjoyed the communal dining and getting to meet other guests. The food was delicious and we were so full from all the meals and snacks. Great value for the price paid. The location is perfect for exploring the Icefields Parkway and a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the nearby towns. There is no TV, Wifi, or cell service which makes it even more special. Lots of opportunities to play cards, board games, read a book, or connect with each other. We will definitely be back!

Phenomenal stop. We stayed three nights and were fed exquisitely. They had packed lunches options in addition to a breakfast and excellent dinner. The room was immaculate and the staff were unbelievably friendly and welcoming. Sarah, Nico, Bruce, Nicola, and Mike went above and beyond with help at the lodge but also getting us tickets for Lakes Morraine and Louise with Fairview limousines. Everything was outstanding.

The lodge has been completely renovated and is a delight to stay in. The location is spectacular, offering beautiful views of not only Bow Lake but the mountains surrounding the Lake. The Lodge has been renovated with an homage to it's interesting and historical past . The artwork that graces the walls were painted by either local artists or by individuals who were artist-in-residence when that program existed at the Lodge. The hosts, Bruce and Allison, have had 25 years experience running the Ohara Lake Lodge, one of Canada's premier back country lodges. They were wonderful hosts, and the rest of the staff were equally gracious and helpful. The food was excellent and the dining experience, which seats all the guests family-style at large tables, meant you got to meet and talk with a variety of interesting people. The wines were excellent also, pairing wondering with the entrees. So if you are planning a visit to the incredibly beautiful Banff/Jasper area you will find no better place to stay.

Lake. Louise is just not my scene although that’s where we were staying warm. We took a ride down the road or rather app and came across a gorgeous lake that looks like a mini lake Louise and there we found the magical lodge. I felt like I was in a western movie, not to mention that I got to experience a lake and ice peaked mountain without anyone in sight. I even took a swim I. The frigid waters.