Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Space specifically marked with a van-accessible sign, at minimum 4.7 metres wide, large enough to accommodate a vehicle with a side lift/ramp
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Multiple floors with an elevator that is large enough for a 180-degree turn with a mobility device (minimum turning area of 1,500 mm in diameter)
- Rooms for guests using mobility devices
- Accessible route to accessible rooms
- Lowered room controls (light switches, temperature controls)
- Lowered bed height (550-600 mm)
- Space between furniture is a minimum of 900 mm
- Space on both sides of bed for a 180-degree turn with a mobility device (minimum turning area of 1,500 mm in diameter)
- Lowered hanging space in closet
- Fixed maximum hot water temperature
- Roll-under sink minimum roll under height 684 mm
- Insulated pipes under sink vanity, where these pipes are exposed
- Lever style faucet controls
- Lowered mirror at sink vanity
- Fixed grab bars in shower
- Bathtub with grab bars
- Bath bench or chair with backrest
- Grab bars at toilet
Vision
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
- Elevators (if applicable) have verbal announcements at each floor, and braille on the buttons
Hearing
- Accommodation has closed captioning on TVs/video boards
- Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
General
- Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
- Staff have been trained on guide and service dog policies
- Business has a dog relief area on site
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, home to Canada’s largest natural mineral hot springs, is a year-round destination nestled in the heart of the the British Columbia Rocky Mountains and the stunning Columbia Valley. Guests and day visitors can enjoy everything one of Canada’s most all-encompassing experiences has to offer including the legendary natural mineral hot springs pools, 45 holes of golf across 3 courses, a stunning RV resort and a campground, the Natural Spring Spa, our family-friendly ski area, and a variety of outdoor experiences and activities. Our full-service destination resort promises to create memories and to connect people through the wonder of nature.
