Step into the newly renovated rooms, where timeless décor meets refined luxury and comfort. Designed with warm woods and elegant furnishings, each space offers a serene retreat for relaxation. Enjoy a king-size bed (with an optional daybed), a wood-burning stone fireplace, and a spacious sitting area with lounge chairs.

Step out onto your private balcony to take in views of the lake and surrounding forest. The room also features a mini fridge, wet bar, built-in storage, a Nespresso coffee maker with a selection of teas, and a bathroom with single or double sinks and a step-in shower for a spa-like experience.

The lodge rooms offer an inviting retreat, featuring your choice of one queen-size bed, one king-size bed, or two double beds. Each room includes a warm wood-burning stone fireplace and a spacious sitting area with comfortable chairs, perfect for unwinding after a day outdoors.

Step onto your private balcony to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. Thoughtful touches include a Nespresso coffee maker, a kettle with a selection of teas, and a limited number of pet-friendly accommodations for those traveling with furry companions.

The Emerald Suites, available as studios or one-bedroom layouts, offer an elevated retreat with a perfect blend of comfort and charm. Each suite features a queen-size bed and a spacious sitting area with a sofa and chairs gathered around a wood-burning stone fireplace.

Step out onto your private half wrap-around balcony to take in stunning views of the lake and forested shoreline. Thoughtful in-room amenities include a Nespresso coffee maker, a kettle with a selection of teas, and all the comforts needed for a relaxing, nature-inspired escape.

Kicking Horse Coffee Bar – start your day with drip coffee, lattes, and freshly baked pastries from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the lodge’s coffee bar.

Mount Burgess Dining Room – for a refined dining experience, enjoy chef-driven seasonal dishes in a warm, elegant setting. Expect locally inspired fare like free-range elk, bison and caribou, seafood, pasta, and decadent desserts.

Kicking Horse Lounge – adjacent to the main lodge, this rustic lounge offers après-adventure bites paired with craft cocktails, regional micro-brews, single malts, and the full menu from the dining room – served daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Cilantro on the Lake – seasonally open (typically May–September) and perched right on the lake’s edge, this iconic “cabin on the lake” offers a shareable outdoor menu with casual Rocky Mountain cuisine – think poutine, pizzas, tacos, veggie bowls – served with breathtaking views. No reservations needed; open daily 12–7 p.m.

“The Window” & On-the-Go Meals – located beside Cilantro, this grab-and-go window (8 a.m.–4 p.m., weather dependent) and on‑the‑go breakfast or lunch boxes are perfect for fuelling hikes, paddles, or cross-country ski outings.

Emerald Lake Lodge offers a wide range of year-round activities and experiences that invite guests to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Yoho National Park. In the warmer months, guests can paddle across the turquoise waters of Emerald Lake in a canoe or kayak, hike scenic trails including the easy lakeside loop or guided treks to the Burgess Shale fossil beds, and relax on the lodge’s lakeside patio at Cilantro on the Lake.

In winter, the landscape transforms into a snowy wonderland ideal for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing along groomed trails. Ice skating may also be available when conditions allow. Inside the lodge, guests can enjoy amenities like a snooker table, communal fireplaces, and seasonal activities such as gingerbread house-making or snowman contests.