The Approach Hotel

Hotels
Independent
6.2 (129 reviews)
2040 Summit Dr, Panorama, British Columbia, V0A 1T0 , Panorama , CA

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Express check-in/check-out
Sauna
Ski storage
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Picnic area
Fence around pool
Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great view
Comfortable bed
Good amenities
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Inconsistent service
Food quality issues
Room discomfort

Categories

Cleanliness
4.91
Multiple reviews highlighted the lack of cleanliness in hallways and rooms, leading to a lower score.
Service
5.88
Service was inconsistent with complaints about poor attention to guests, reflected in service rating.
Location
8.42
Location was frequently praised as excellent and convenient.
Room Quality
6.37
Rooms received mixed feedback, with some complaints about comfort and cleanliness.
Amenities
7.4
Amenities like the heated pool received praise, but hot tub access times were restrictive.
Value for Money
6.36
The price is considered fair, but some reviewers felt the quality did not match the cost.
Food and Beverage
3.91
Food quality was severely critiqued as cheap and not made from scratch.
Overall Experience
6.38
Guests had a mixed experience; while some enjoyed their stay, key issues negatively impacted overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:21

Property Description

Outdoor Activities and Recreation
Whether you're a golfer or a swimmer, The Approach Hotel has something for everyone. Enjoy a round of golf or take a refreshing dip in one of the two outdoor swimming pools.

Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the hotel's dining establishments. From fine dining to casual coffee breaks, satisfy your cravings without having to leave the premises. End your day with a drink at the bar/lounge for a perfect evening.

Convenient Amenities
From complimentary wireless internet access to laundry facilities, this hotel offers a range of amenities to make your stay comfortable and hassle-free. Enjoy free self-parking and easy access to ski storage during your visit.

Book your stay at The Approach Hotel today and enjoy convenient access to Panorama Mountain Ski Area and other nearby attractions!

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from July to August.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YYC

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 129 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.91
Service: 5.88
Location: 8.42
Room Quality: 6.37
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 6.36
Food and Beverage: 3.91
Overall Experience: 6.38
S
Snezana
6
Pros:

Friendly staff
Room not smelling good

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
J
Jean-Roch partner
6
Pros:

I think the property can be a little bit cleaner.
Great view, Hot tub is great.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
D
Daryl family
8
Pros:

It was very nice.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
R
Rogerio
6
Great place but poor service
Pros:

Hotel guests are not the main focus here. Garbage left in the hallwsy in front of our room for two days. Our room was not cleaned during our stay.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
M
Mike
6
No A/C
Pros:

No air conditioner in room , room was over the top hot and uncomfortable stay was good rest was not

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
T
Troy
10
Getaway
Pros:

Not as quiet as we hoped but lota to do.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
S
S family
6
Pros:

I did not like the condition of the property the hallways and the main entrance very dirty, elevators not clean at all, I don't think I would like to stay at the property again due to the fact that is not well kept, extremely run down.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
J
Jeff family
10
Pros:

Comfortable would be back

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
A
Aneta
8
Pros:

Good experience

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Not bad, but can improve
Pros:

Location is excellent, bike storage is great, just bring your lock. The room had a fan but was not enough to circulate air in the room, so was a bit too hot. The mattress are not confortable, you will sink into a hole. Also, it is a better deal booking directly with Pano if you plan to use the attraction there to get discounts! They will not offer discount if you booked with 3rd party like Hotels.com

2025-08-09 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Not bad
Pros:

Good location in the heart of the village. But rooms were not cleaned and in room coffee was not refreshed each day. Not a huge deal but the village coffee shop doesn’t open until 8am. Just a bit of a pain.

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
I
Ian partner
8
Pros:

No air conditioning, thankfully gets cool at night

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
A
Ariya
10
Pros:

Comfortable bed and decent mini fridge

2025-08-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
4
Be Careful!
Pros:

I was given a room beside the ice machine, beside the elevator and overtop of the room that heated and cooled the entire building. My room was shaking and rumbling none stop and it was insanely warm in the room. The AC control was deactivated and all I had was a small fan.

On night two my key card stopped working so they called for a new card. I waited 15 minutes for the card and when they brought it they found out that the battery for my door was dead. I wanted another 20 minutes, sitting on the floor in front of my room the people walking by me smirking and laughing. I finally got in my room but had to wait for maintenance to take the door apart, replace the battery and put it back.

The restaurants on site were insanely expensive but the food was horrible. It’s not that it was served cold or the service was bad. The food itself was the cheapest frozen food anyone could buy, and then they cooked that and served it. Nothing was made from scratch.

2025-07-31 via Nuitee
C
Cyndee
10
Fantastic Stay in a Fantastic Area
Pros:

This was our second stay at Panorama Mountain Resort but our first stay at The Approach Hotel. We stayed for 3 nights in July and used the location as a pit stop for trips out to other areas such as Golden and Lussier Hot Springs.
We thoroughly enjoyed the heated pool and hot tubs, but really wished they would allow access later than 10:00 pm as the sun was just going down and we would have loved to continue relaxing in the peaceful scenery under the stars.
The Approach is a self-serve type stay and we did not mind this in the least. More towels or other requests were easily placed with the main check in. The only snag we hit was calling T-Bar & Grill to order takeout - the phone was never answered so we had to walk over, order and then wait for food. Still not a big deal and the food was very good!
The rooms were very nicely refinished, modern and clean and we appreciated that the toiletries in the shower were in locked dispensers instead of bottles that could possibly be tampered with.
Such a great stay in an incredibly beautiful area - we will be back soon!

2025-07-29 via Nuitee
B
Bon Vizmark family_with_children
10
Pros:

The property was mice and clean. Accessible to everything. We love our stay and definitely we’ll comeback. 😁

2025-07-27 via Nuitee
S
Shareen partner
6
Pros:

Nice area

2025-07-26 via Nuitee
M
Megan partner
10
Pros:

Amazing room and location! They even accommodated, so we could stay an extra night.

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
K
Karim
4
Pros:

Despite the room being clean when checking in it was still dirty. Numerous issues were found in the room (sink clogged etc.). Signage to the room was confusing and no elevator or easy access to the 5th floor.

2025-07-23 via Nuitee
N
Nemat
10
Pros:

Great location

2025-07-23 via Nuitee