Mountain Magic

Just over an hour from Calgary’s city limits lies the perfect setting
for a weekend (or more) of rest and relaxation. Surrounded by
picturesque mountain vistas, with access to world-class hiking, biking,
rafting and golfing all summer long, Canmore is an outdoor-enthusiast’s
dream come true. With its luxurious spas, serene accommodation options
and boutique shopping, however, this charming town has equal appeal for
those who prefer their Manolos to Sorels.

Stay

Rustic-chic reins at Solara Resort & Spa and their spacious one, two and
three bedroom suites are almost as beautiful to behold as the wilderness
that surrounds them. Take advantage of the deluxe kitchens and dining
areas, curl up in front of the fireplace or sink into one of their
stand-alone spa bathtubs and you are sure to find the rejuvenation you
crave. solararesort.ca.

Paintbox Lodge

Owned by Olympians Sara Renner and Thomas Grandi, this stunning boutique
hotel strikes the perfect balance between warm and welcoming and poised
professionalism. With only five guest rooms, conversation flows easily
over locally-sourced breakfasts at the harvest table each morning.
Borrow a bike and hit the trails, stroll into town to explore, or take
advantage of the regular cooking classes that occur in the immaculate
Miele-sponsored kitchen. This lodge offers more than just comfortable
accommodation. paintboxlodge.com.

Shop

Though not noted as one of Canada’s fashion capitals, Canmore has a
surprising number of stylish boutiques to please the outdoorsy-set and
city-slickers alike. With a carefully curated collection of knitwear,
denim and footwear from brands like 7 for all Mankind, Fidelity and
Frye, Indigo Bay is just as tempting to a clothes horse as any downtown
shop. indigobaycanmore.com.

Relax

With a focus on fitness, physiotherapy and European spa experiences
there’s more to One Wellness than meets the eye. Try a TRX suspension
training class, indulge in a detoxifying seaweed body wrap and unwind in
the infrared sauna all under one roof. It’s Canmore’s one-stop health
and wellness shop. onewellnessandspa.com.

Eat

Boasting Canmore’s best latte, Mountain Mercato is much more than just a
coffee shop. Stacked to the rafters with specialty foods, it’s a
gourmand’s treasure trove. Dine-in on the Mercato Frittata or a
specialty panini or grab a hunk of Sylvan Lake Gouda and some Valbella
charcuterie and hike your way to a picturesque picnic. mountainmercato.com.

– Meghan Jessiman