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Banff Upper Hot Springs vs Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Banff Upper Hot Springs and Cave and Basin National Historic Site are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Cave and Basin National Historic Site is the choice of most reviewers compared to Banff Upper Hot Springs. Cave and Basin National Historic Site ranks #1 in Banff with praise from 3 publications including Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
1 Mountain Ave, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 0C0, Canada
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Discovered a year after the Cave and Basin hot springs, the mineral waters (average temperature 38°C/100°F) now feed a large public pool perched on the mountainside and offering a good view of Bow Valley."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"There aren’t many places in the world where you can take a hot bath with a mountain view as spectacular as this."
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Fodor's
"Discovered in 1884, Banff's natural hot mineral springs were the impetus for the development of Canada's first national park."
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U.S. News & World Report
9.0
"These springs, which were first discovered by Canada's First Nations people prior to the 1880s, were regarded as sacred waters that could cure illness and maintain health."
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Frommer's
"The outdoor pool here is large, hygienic, warm (usually 90°F/32°C), and pleasant. It can also be very crowded. Come when it's chilly outside; it's particularly lovely on a winter's evening."
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Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
Atlas Obscura
Cave Ave., west of downtown Banff, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The arched stone edifice is home to an open-air pool and a natural basin, both of which are fed by hot springs (average temperatures 30-35°C/86-95°F - no swimming)."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The original cave and the old outdoor springs and bathhouse (closed in 1971) can be viewed, alongside a lovingly curated cinematic exhibition of Parks Canada's cache of 44 national parks."
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Fodor's
"This site commemorates the birthplace of Canada's national parks system, which began with the protection of the Banff hot springs in 1885."
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U.S. News & World Report
10.0
"This is a popular attraction among nature lovers and history buffs alike...the natural hot springs have lured travelers in search of solace for years. "
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Atlas Obscura
"The natural hot spring that was integral to the creation of Canada's first national park. "
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