Emerald Lake Lodge

Overview

Emerald Lake Lodge is an extraordinary heritage property set on the shores of Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, British Columbia, approximately 40 minutes west of Lake Louise. The lodge comprises 85 rooms spread across 24 hand-hewn timber-frame buildings, each featuring stone fireplaces and balconies overlooking the mesmerizing emerald-green lake and surrounding peaks of the President Range. Originally built in 1902 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, the property has been lovingly maintained to preserve its rustic elegance. With no cell service and no television, Emerald Lake Lodge offers a true wilderness escape with fine dining, canoe rentals, and access to pristine hiking trails.

Total rooms: 85

Established: 1902

Last renovated: 2018

Address: 1 Emerald Lake Road, Field, BC V0A 1G0

Popular Amenities

Room Features

Dining

The Mount Burgess Dining Room offers fine dining with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients including wild game, Pacific seafood, and Alberta beef, all with stunning lake views. The Kicking Horse Lounge serves casual fare, craft cocktails, and afternoon tea. Cilantro on the Lake provides light cafe-style meals in summer.

Location & Getting Around

Area: Lake Louise

Check-in & Check-out

Good to Know

No pets. Children welcome. No cell service — satellite WiFi available in main lodge. Cancellation typically 14 days in peak season. National park pass required for Yoho National Park entry.