BANFF — Canada Day had extra special meaning for Banff’s iconic Mount Royal Hotel, which officially reopened its doors on July 1 following a devastating fire in December 2016.

Part of the Pursuit collection of travel experiences in the Canadian Rockies, the 133-room hotel has been successfully restored to its former beauty and now features a selection of contemporary and modern artworks as well as custom-made headboards from Toronto’s Moss & Lam art studio to serve as centerpieces in all guestrooms.

Other features of the historically-inspired décor include the highly anticipated rooftop lounge with outdoor hot tubs, and a custom-designed museum and a hotel library.

“The reopening of the Mount Royal Hotel will provide a truly unforgettable Banff experience for today’s modern traveller, bringing together a thoughtful juxtaposition of rich history and contemporary design,” said Dave McKenna, President, Banff Jasper Collection by Pursuit. “We look forward to welcoming both the local community and our global guests back to such an incredible Banff landmark and are delighted to reintroduce the Mount Royal Hotel into Pursuit’s collection of world-class attractions and exceptional experiences.”

For more information go to mountroyalhotel.com.