Prince of Wales English Tea

We've enjoyed high tea at this location before but this visit was slightly disappointing. The window sills in front of guest tables were covered with dust and dead flies/wasps - rather unappetizing while you eat. The Tea, sandwiches and treats tasted great but delivery of food trays was very slow this time (short staffed perhaps?). The other annoyance we had not noticed before was general tourists walking through and around restaurant tables while tea guests were seated and being served. Maybe it's just me - but I thought this was a bit rude/awkward? This isn't quite at the same caliber as Banff Springs Hotel but the location and views remain spectacular so it will always a favourite stopping place in Waterton.

Loved the High Tea. Our server was wonderful. It was very busy, but the service was great. Hope to come back someday and stay at the hotel.

The afternoon tea at the Prince of Wales Hotel is a tradition in a hotel steeped in tradition. Other reviews of the hotel have noted it is a step back in time -- indeed, a step back to a more elegant time.The afternoon tea is one of those rare treats that is both elegant and accessible and relaxing and wonderful. The teas vary, depending on what you desire, and the sandwich squares and pastries are delicious. But having those wonderful things, without any rush, seems all the more wonderful with a look out the large south-facing windows of the hotel, overlooking fjord-like Upper Waterton Lake and the mountains running all the way down into the U.S.It's not an inexpensive experience, but it's one that you won't find often, and one that begs the question, what is the experience really worth?

From 1-5 pm the hotel offers an English tea service in its lobby. Seating is near the large south facing windows that provide a magnificent view of the Waterton and Glacier Parks' mountains and down Waterton Lake. We feel there is no finer view anywhere from a hotel. The view is just part of the experience. The tea was exceptional. The sandwiches, scones and deserts were excellent and all was only $30 per person Canadian. This should not be missed if you visit Waterton.

No one can claim a more grandiose view than the restaurant at the Price of Wales Hotel. Looking at the head Waterton Lake, sitting in a historic hotel, eating the "tiers" at high tea - who can ask for more. Food was VERY well prepared and a nice assortment. Staff is international and very pleasant and efficient.