Travel & Stay
Travel Information
Most events will be taking place within the Canmore area.
Flights
We recommend flying into Calgary, Alberta, Canada (YYC) because it is the closest airport to the venue area.
Getting Around
We recommend renting a vehicle to get around, as Canmore is an hour and 15 minute drive from the airport. Calgary International Airport has a rental car center on site and is within walking distance of the terminal. We’d also recommend having a car to travel around if you plan to extend your stay! There are also private transfers available to/from the airport, if you’d prefer to have a private driver.
Transportation to/from the wedding ceremony and reception will be provided.
Accommodation Recommendations
Canmore Hotels
We recommend staying in Canmore for the wedding, as most events will be closest to this area.
Malcom Hotel
We have a 15% discount offered by the Malcom Hotel. If interested, please book with the instructions below, or call the hotel directly to book. Please keep in mind the listed price is in CAD. There will be a shuttle bus option to and from the wedding events for ease of access and transport.
Malcom Hotel booking instructions:
Malcom Hotel Phone Contact
Reservations: 1-888-570-0603
Direct: 403-812-0680
Spring Creek Vacations
We also have a 20% discount with Spring Creek Vacations, which is a vacation rental company that offers 1-4 bedroom apartments. These are close to the Malcom Hotel, and close to events, but offers an apartment-style accommodation. These are also available on VRBO/Airbnb, but will likely be less expensive when booking directly (especially with the discount!)
To book, visit www.springcreekvacations.com to look at the accommodation options. When ready to book, bookings can be made only through the office directly, which is open daily from 9am - 8pm (MST), and can be reached at 403-678-5108. The discount is applicable for August 19 - August 24, 2026, or any dates in between. TOHU20 is the booking discount code, mention this code when booking!
Cost Canmore Hotel
For a generally less expensive hotel option, you can book with the Coast Canmore Hotel. This hotel is a 10-minute walk to the Malcom Hotel, where the shuttle bus will pick up and drop off for the wedding transportation.
There are plenty other hotel options in the area as well, so feel free to browse the linked options below, with discount codes provided by the venue.
Visit the Malcolm Hotel website at malcolmhotel.ca
Click ‘book now’
Add Code ‘Group Attendee’: 2608TOHU
Click the ‘Select & Go to the Next step’ button
Select your room type
Select add room & checkout
Enter all information required
A confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided
*This booking code will be valid for the dates of August 19 – 24, 2026
Airbnb/VRBO
Canmore also has plenty of Airbnb/VRBO options to choose from, which will likely end up being less expensive than a hotel room, especially if you’re traveling in a group (we highly recommend this option). The reception will be held in Harvie Heights (about 10 minutes from Canmore and 20 minutes from Banff). There are Airbnb and VRBO options very close to the Gem venue space, which may be a good option if you want to stay close to the venue! We will provide transportation from Canmore to and from the ceremony.
Banff Hotels
You can also stay in Banff if you would prefer. The ceremony will be within walking distance to the Buffalo Mountain Lodge. However, there will not be transportation provided from the reception venue back to Banff, so that would need to be coordinated on your own! Also worth noting a National Parks Pass is required to enter the town of Banff, per day.
Camping
There are plenty of campgrounds and camping opportunities within the Banff area, which could be an option for the wedding, or also for extending your stay, if you choose to do so! It’s worth noting that campground reservations are required, and typically book up quite far in advance. We’d recommend looking at this website for more information.
You could also rent a camper van, for an easy and comfortable camping experience. We recommend booking through Karma Campervans, which can be picked up in Calgary. Campground reservations are still required.
International Travel Tips
TSA Pre-Check is not a thing in Canada, so upon leaving the county, don’t be surprised if you’re asked to remove your shoes, electronics, etc.
Don’t put any liquids in your carry on if you can avoid it. Canadian TSA will make you put all your liquids in a small bag, and if it doesn’t all fit, you will have to throw it out.
If you have Global Entry, you will be able to skip the customs lines, but the lines aren’t typically that bad.