On the positive side this place was amongst lovely scenery, but 30 miles from the shops and civilisation. The cabins were clean and well equipped to cook food but no shop on site to buy anything so the 30 miles to the shops was a bit extreme. The restaurant on site was very expensive and we could not afford to eat there every night, so all in all not a good place to stay. Would not stay again.

As the only hotel/motel/lodge within 35 miles of the next lodging (the distance to Jasper) I assumed we would be sleeping in a log cabin room, with dated furniture, and eating at a cafeteria or diner. This was not the case. We stayed in one of the main buildings in a large, newly renovated room with comfortable beds and a nook/bay window with table and chairs where you could have a drink and look out at the scenery. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The dining room was very comfortable with a very good menu and excellent food. Almost up to the level of what might be called fine dining. It's a perfect location to stay for someone traveling south on the Icefields parkway and doesn't want to stay an additional night in Jasper.

The lodge is located right on the highway and is a bus tour stop .. both a bad omen. But the staff immediately erased any fears that I might have chosen the wrong place. They are super friendly and competent. We were walked to our cabin and thoughts of roads and bus tours disappeared. The cabins feel isolated from the road. The room was clean, comfortable and had a nice porch to sit and enjoy a wine before dinner. The dinner was excellent, and the dining room very pleasant. After dinner we strolled a short way to Sunwapta Falls. Very accessible for a quick view of the falls or there was plenty of places around the falls to walk off dinner. The next day, we hiked to Big Bend Campgrounds and enjoyed lovely views. All this without needing to drive anywhere. Breakfast was a treat. A bus tour arrived at the gift shop, but as overnight guests we were led into curved, windowed dining nook, away from the crowds. This is a great stop between Jasper and Banff. Don't forget that it's inside the park and you'll need to purchase a season pass (around $125) to drive to Sunwapta. You'll need the pass for other parks, too, so it's ok .... just a surprise on your first day. Sunwapta is about 30 minutes South of Jasper.

My husband and I were very pleased with our stay. Located conveniently between Jasper and the Columbia Icefields which was perfect for us. We had a perfect view of the mountains from our veranda. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Wonderful walk to Sunwapta Falls. The room was lovely, with a fireplace, the restaurant was delicious. Be sure to try the shrimp appetizer. It was a one night stay as we were travelling through, could have easily stayed longer. Remember you are in the wilderness, so no high speed internet here. However, they do provide internet by satellite. Thankyou Sunwapta for making our stay a pleasant one.