A practical option, the upper-middle-range Pinnacle Hotel Whistler comes with a solid array of in-room amenities and on-site features. Its 84 rooms have fireplaces, kitchenettes, and jetted tubs, though they're a bit small and the decor could use some updating. Throughout the interiors, the hotel feels devoid of personality. Still, perks like two restaurants and an outdoor pool and hot tub add to the hotel's appeal, though there's no breakfast served and parking comes with a fee. Travelers could consider the Ava Whistler Hotel, which has similar amenities, a breakfast buffet in winter, and meeting facilities.
A practical option, the upper-middle-range Pinnacle Hotel Whistler comes with a solid array of in-room amenities and on-site features. Its 84 rooms have fireplaces, kitchenettes, and jetted tubs, though they're a bit small and the decor could use some updating. Throughout the interiors, the hotel feels devoid of personality. Still, perks like two restaurants and an outdoor pool and hot tub add to the hotel's appeal, though there's no breakfast served and parking comes with a fee. Travelers could consider the Ava Whistler Hotel, which has similar amenities, a breakfast buffet in winter, and meeting facilities.
The 400 suites at the upscale Westin were updated to accommodate the masses that descended upon Whistler for the 2010 Winter Olympics. They're large and well suited for families or groups, with full kitchens, pullout sofas (in almost all), and fireplaces. Just note that decor is generic, and some wear and tear is visible. Nevertheless, the hotel's central location near the ski lifts as well as restaurants, shops, and nightlife make it a popular place to stay -- though this also means it can get crowded, leading to long queues for the mandatory ski valet (which incurs a daily fee) and crowds at the pool. The hotel offers great health and wellness facilities, including a modern gym and full spa, while dining options include a casual restaurant and cozy bar. Prices here are among the area's highest; some travelers might find the Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside to be a better value.
The 400 suites at the upscale Westin were updated to accommodate the masses that descended upon Whistler for the 2010 Winter Olympics. They're large and well suited for families or groups, with full kitchens, pullout sofas (in almost all), and fireplaces. Just note that decor is generic, and some wear and tear is visible. Nevertheless, the hotel's central location near the ski lifts as well as restaurants, shops, and nightlife make it a popular place to stay -- though this also means it can get crowded, leading to long queues for the mandatory ski valet (which incurs a daily fee) and crowds at the pool. The hotel offers great health and wellness facilities, including a modern gym and full spa, while dining options include a casual restaurant and cozy bar. Prices here are among the area's highest; some travelers might find the Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside to be a better value.
The Whistler RV Park and Campgrounds offers a quiet, well-maintained camping experience on a plateau overlooking Black Tusk and Whistler Mountain, near hiking and ATV trails. The budget property offers 44 tent and 102 RV sites with free Wi-Fi and hookups to power, water, and sewage. The RV park is open year-round, but tent camping is closed in the winter. There are also three trailer cabins and a tepee for rent. Facilities include a log cabin with hot showers, a laundry room, a market for basic provisions, frisbee and wiffle golf, and the free use of cruiser bicycles. The location isn’t near Whistler Village’s shops and eateries, but a free shuttle goes to town. Riverside Resort, with partial RV sites, offers a more central location.
The Whistler RV Park and Campgrounds offers a quiet, well-maintained camping experience on a plateau overlooking Black Tusk and Whistler Mountain, near hiking and ATV trails. The budget property offers 44 tent and 102 RV sites with free Wi-Fi and hookups to power, water, and sewage. The RV park is open year-round, but tent camping is closed in the winter. There are also three trailer cabins and a tepee for rent. Facilities include a log cabin with hot showers, a laundry room, a market for basic provisions, frisbee and wiffle golf, and the free use of cruiser bicycles. The location isn’t near Whistler Village’s shops and eateries, but a free shuttle goes to town. Riverside Resort, with partial RV sites, offers a more central location.
The mid-range Coast Blackcomb Suites at Whistler is a mixed bag of attractive amenities and notable drawbacks. On the plus side, it offers avid skiers a great ski-in location near the Wizard Express chairlift, and perks such as free breakfast and shuttles into Whistler Village. It also has a lovely pool/whirlpools area, fitness center, and underground parking (fee required). But it’s far outside the Village with nothing in walking distance -- and there's no on-site restaurant or bar. Its 186 Suites are spacious and have full kitchens and balconies with lovely views, but they’re dated and can be uncomfortable in summer months since they lack air-conditioning. Travelers looking for more amenities can check out Whistler Village Suites.
The mid-range Coast Blackcomb Suites at Whistler is a mixed bag of attractive amenities and notable drawbacks. On the plus side, it offers avid skiers a great ski-in location near the Wizard Express chairlift, and perks such as free breakfast and shuttles into Whistler Village. It also has a lovely pool/whirlpools area, fitness center, and underground parking (fee required). But it’s far outside the Village with nothing in walking distance -- and there's no on-site restaurant or bar. Its 186 Suites are spacious and have full kitchens and balconies with lovely views, but they’re dated and can be uncomfortable in summer months since they lack air-conditioning. Travelers looking for more amenities can check out Whistler Village Suites.
The upper-middle-range Whistler Village Suites combines a central location, renovated rooms, and an excellent amenities package that make up an appealing option for couples and families year round. While it’s not a ski-in, ski-out property, it’s a short walk or free shuttle to ski lifts and restaurants in Whistler Village. Highlights include an indoor/outdoor heated pool, three whirlpools, equipment storage and rentals, fitness center, sauna, two restaurants, and laundry facilities. On-site parking is expensive, however. Renovated in 2014, its 204 spacious rooms and suites feature equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and balconies (some with gorgeous mountain views). Suites have fireplaces and larger units have two bathrooms. Competitive rates make the pet-friendly property a solid choice. For an alternative that's next to a ski lift, consider the upper-middle-range Sundial Boutique Hotel.
The upper-middle-range Whistler Village Suites combines a central location, renovated rooms, and an excellent amenities package that make up an appealing option for couples and families year round. While it’s not a ski-in, ski-out property, it’s a short walk or free shuttle to ski lifts and restaurants in Whistler Village. Highlights include an indoor/outdoor heated pool, three whirlpools, equipment storage and rentals, fitness center, sauna, two restaurants, and laundry facilities. On-site parking is expensive, however. Renovated in 2014, its 204 spacious rooms and suites feature equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and balconies (some with gorgeous mountain views). Suites have fireplaces and larger units have two bathrooms. Competitive rates make the pet-friendly property a solid choice. For an alternative that's next to a ski lift, consider the upper-middle-range Sundial Boutique Hotel.
The cozy three-and-a-half-pearl Sundial Boutique Hotel has one of the best locations in Whistler -- right next to a ski lift. Its 49 modern yet homey one- and two-bedroom suites come with kitchenettes and fireplaces, and some have balconies with hot tubs. The hotel does well with three restaurants (breakfast is served at the pub), and there's a rooftop hot tub. Guests can also use the pool, which is open seasonally, at the hotel next door. On the downside, there are no fitness facilities. Travelers could also check out the Pan-Pacific Whistler Mountainside, which has a gym and pool on-site, though it's less intimate.
The cozy three-and-a-half-pearl Sundial Boutique Hotel has one of the best locations in Whistler -- right next to a ski lift. Its 49 modern yet homey one- and two-bedroom suites come with kitchenettes and fireplaces, and some have balconies with hot tubs. The hotel does well with three restaurants (breakfast is served at the pub), and there's a rooftop hot tub. Guests can also use the pool, which is open seasonally, at the hotel next door. On the downside, there are no fitness facilities. Travelers could also check out the Pan-Pacific Whistler Mountainside, which has a gym and pool on-site, though it's less intimate.
First Tracks Lodge is a upper-middle-range condo lodge located in a quiet spot adjacent to the Creekside Gondola in Whistler Creekside. The property’s 84 self-catering condos are well-suited to groups and families, with fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas, up to four bedrooms, and in most, beautiful mountain views. The fitness center has a decent selection of modern machines, and the outdoor hot tubs are a great treat after a day of hiking or skiing. The hotel also has a small outdoor pool with mountain views and a barbecue area. Sister property Evolution has slightly lower rates, but less mountain charm.
First Tracks Lodge is a upper-middle-range condo lodge located in a quiet spot adjacent to the Creekside Gondola in Whistler Creekside. The property’s 84 self-catering condos are well-suited to groups and families, with fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas, up to four bedrooms, and in most, beautiful mountain views. The fitness center has a decent selection of modern machines, and the outdoor hot tubs are a great treat after a day of hiking or skiing. The hotel also has a small outdoor pool with mountain views and a barbecue area. Sister property Evolution has slightly lower rates, but less mountain charm.
This 550-room Fairmont Chateau is perched amid Bavarian-styled buildings just outside of Whistler Village, with magnificent views and close proximity to ski lifts. The interior decor is typical of a Fairmont, but with a mountain-esque twist -- think crown molding meets exposed wooden beams and stone-tiled walls. The excellent Wildflower restaurant serves contemporary American fare, and the restaurants and bars in Whistler Village are a 15-minute walk away. The two eucalyptus steam rooms and multiple Jacuzzis make it easy for guests to warm up after a day in the snow.
This 550-room Fairmont Chateau is perched amid Bavarian-styled buildings just outside of Whistler Village, with magnificent views and close proximity to ski lifts. The interior decor is typical of a Fairmont, but with a mountain-esque twist -- think crown molding meets exposed wooden beams and stone-tiled walls. The excellent Wildflower restaurant serves contemporary American fare, and the restaurants and bars in Whistler Village are a 15-minute walk away. The two eucalyptus steam rooms and multiple Jacuzzis make it easy for guests to warm up after a day in the snow.
