The best thing about the Num-Ti-Jah lodge is the location. This lodge is situated just off Hwy 93 on the shore of Bow Lake, a stunningly beautiful lake with hiking trails to the headwaters of the Bow River. The lodge itself is "rustic" to be sure, so don't expect a Fairmont property. Our room was merely comfortable, but that's not why we stayed here; we stayed for the beautiful location.

The dining experience was a bit quirky and wildly expensive. I had an elk burger, which was fine. My friend had a chicken and gravy dinner that was also fine, but the presentation was weird. The salad was served on a flat rock! Not kidding - a flat piece of stone. The chicken was served on a regular plate, but on top of a slab of cornbread and cole slaw, which had absorbed the gravy from the chicken. Again, it was fine, but weirdly glopped together.

I don't want to make this sound like a negative review; I will stay here again. Temper your expectations and you will enjoy yourselves.

room dingy i ordered leek and potato soup which had not been heated. i sent it back and it was ok. i ordered fried chicken which was raw in the middle, a clear health risk. They then bought an overcooked burger which was at least edible. they did not charge for dinner. reception staff were courteous. we had booked for 2 nights but left early. they did not refund the lost night even though they knew what had happened.