


















































































|
|
Top
10 Whistler Luxury Hotels
Rated as one of North
America's top ski resorts and co-host to the 2010 Olympic Winter
Games, Whistler is buzzing with a flurry of new luxury resorts and
boutique hotels... |
THE WESTIN RESORT
& SPA - WHISTLER VILLAGE Opened in 2000, The Westin is
the most centrally located 5-star hotel in Whistler, right in the
main village and just steps away from both Whistler and Blackcomb
gondolas (Four Seasons Resort and Fairmont Chateau Whistler are
located in the quieter Upper Village). The Westin is convenient to
all the shops, bars and restaurants of Whistler Village, as well as
being located slopeside at Whistler Mountain with ski-lifts,
ski-school and nursery. The entire property is non-smoking and all
of the 419 suites have been designed for the ultimate in residential
comfort with fireplaces to warm your surroundings and superb views
of mountains, forested hills or Whistler Village providing an
enchanting backdrop. Dining options include the Aubergine Grill,
with its dramatic show kitchen and the intimate FireRock Lounge, for
a chic après-ski atmosphere. The Avello Spa and Health Club is one
of the most comprehensive in Canada with a mountain-view lounge and
25 treatment rooms for facials, body wraps, and holistic therapies.
Take advantage of the indoor/outdoor pool and dual whirlpools,
Eucalyptus steam room, and extensive fitness area. |
 |
 |
 |
 |
FOUR SEASONS
RESORT WHISTLER - UPPER VILLAGE is Whistler's newest 5-star
resort, opened in 2005, and offers 273 guest rooms, suites and
townhouses that are generously sized and capture the spirit of a
luxurious mountain residence. All feature cozy wood interiors,
gas-burning fireplaces and superb views from private or step-out
balconies. The outdoor, free-form pool is reminiscent of a glacier
spring and the spa provides pampering therapies in 15 treatment
rooms. Guest have complimentary access to the well-equipped cardio
and weight training center. Extensive children's amenities are
offered for families. 5280 Bistro celebrates its spectacular alpine
location with glorious views from a brilliant fire-lit setting.
During the winter, a dedicated ski concierge is available to
simplify your day on the mountain, providing customized rentals,
equipment transfers, direct ski lift access, assistance arranging
lift tickets and booking lessons. In summer, just 3 km/2 miles from
the resort, is the 18-hole, 6,908 yard, par 71 Nicklaus North Golf
Course offering spectacular views of snow-capped peaks, an emerald
lake and beautiful fir trees. |
THE FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER - UPPER VILLAGE is
a majestic, classic hotel located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain,
a 5-minute walk to the main village. This 550-room chateau-style
hotel features ski-in/ski-out access to Blackcomb Mountain with ski
bulter service, as well as the Vida Wellness Spa, fitness center,
indoor-outdoor heated pool with three spa tubs and a heated outdoor
lap pool with piped-in underwater music. There's even bar service at
the hot tubs, so after a hard day of skiing, you can soak away your
tired muscles while enjoying a cocktail and watch the skiiers come
down the mountain. Each room offers spectacular mountain or village
views tastefully designed to blend with the alpine setting. The
gold-level rooms have fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, and offer
access to a private lounge and other perks. The Mallard Lounge
offers fireside après-ski or "19th-hole" golf relaxation
with the ambience of an English gentleman's club. It's just off the
vaulted lobby with its river rock fireplace. The resort's signature
Wildflower Restaurant serves fine Pacific Northwest cuisine and
wines against stunning mountain views.
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
PAN PACIFIC
WHISTLER MOUNTAINSIDE - WHISTLER VILLAGE is situated in the
prime ski-in/ski-out location at the foot of the Whistler Mountain
gondola, one block from Whistler Village Square. The hotel offers 45
Studio Suites, 51 One-Bedroom Suites and 25 Two-Bedroom Suites, all
with balconies and awe-inspiring views of the two majestic mountains
or the rustic charm of Whistler Village. The spacious suites offer
the comfort of gas fireplaces, fully equipped granite-top kitchens,
high-speed Internet access, plush robes, down duvets, soaker tubs,
Aveda bath toiletries. The hotel has an amazing pool deck
overlooking Skiers' Plaza, with stunning views of both the Whistler
and Blackcomb Mountains. The pool deck has a year-round heated
outdoor pool, two outdoor hot tubs and a steam room to help you
relax after a day on the slopes. So, not only can you ski right back
to your hotel, you can relax at the end of the day, gazing up at the
snowy slopes. Indulge in a hot-stone massage and aroma facial in the
Spa. |
SUNDIAL BOUTIQUE HOTEL - WHISTLER VILLAGE opened
in December 2003, this European-style boutique hotel features
ski-in/ski-out access and a residential ambience in the heart of
Whistler Village. The hotel anchors one end of the Village Stroll
and is adjacent to ski lifts, serving both Whistler and Blackcomb
mountains. The hotel's 49 one- and two-bedroom suites have
breathtaking mountain and village views from every room, as well as
full kitchens, living areas with gas fireplaces, premium bedding,
DVD players, wireless Internet access, and bathrooms with soaking
tubs and heated floors. Eight suites have private outdoor hot tubs
and the property features a rooftop hot tub; some suites have
step-out balconies overlooking Skier's Plaza. The comforts of home
are never far away when you stay at the Sundial, from boxes of
gourmet chocolates and luxurious Aveda bath products placed in every
room upon arrival, to complimentary hot apple cider and baked goods
in the lobby. Come back after a day of skiing and relax in the
rooftop hot tub or the in-house Vital Spirit Spa. The hotel also has
several popular restaurants in-house.
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
PAN PACIFIC
WHISTLER VILLAGE CENTER - WHISTLER VILLAGE Opened in summer
2005, this brand new 83 all-suite contemporary hotel is the sister
hotel to the Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside. Guests can utilize
the hotel's ski valet at the gondola base to store skis and gear.
All-suite accommodations come complete with full kitchen, gas
fireplace, balcony, large oversized windows and full four-piece
baths with soaker tubs, complemented by deluxe Aveda salon
amenities. Revitalize in the boutique spa or take advantage of the
year-round outdoor heated lap pool and two outdoor hot tubs, all
with spectacular views of the idyllic mountains. There is also a
cardio/weight room and sauna. The hotel offers an inclusive buffet
breakfast (a first for any Whistler accommodation). The hotel's
signature Pacific Lounge offers dramatic floor to ceiling windows
that take in epic views of the surroundings. Allow the hotel's
24-hour Concierge and Front Desk to assist you by recommending and
organizing activities and dining arrangements, so you can fully
experience all the magic that a Whistler vacation has to offer. |
HILTON WHISTLER
RESORT & SPA - WHISTLER VILLAGE completed a $52
million, 30-month renovation in May 2006, opening a brand new hotel
steps away from the lifts. All 289 spacious guest rooms have been
stylishly redesigned, including Hilton Serenity® bedding, luxurious
bathrooms with Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries and deep soaker
tubs. All rooms include up-to-the-minute amenities like
custom-designed alarm clocks with connection cables for MP3 players
and added luxuries available in a number of suites, range from
woodburning fireplaces, full service kitchenettes with granite
countertops, balconies, private in-room saunas and internal laundry
facilities. Lead by highly awarded Chef Jay Lynn, the Cinnamon Bear
Grille presents Canadian west coast cuisine in a casually
sophisticated venue. The Cinnamon Bear Bar is an excellent après
ski bar and a favorite with locals, featuring large screen TV, two
pool tables, fireplace and an outdoor patio with firepits. The
hotel's Artesian Spa offers an extensive menu of treatments, fitness
facilities, year-round heated pool, sauna and steam rooms. |
 |
 |
 |
 |
FIRST TRACKS
LODGE - WHISTLER CREEKSIDE Set at the base of Whistler
Mountain, in the Creekside Village, First Tracks lodge is literally
steps from the Creekside Express Gondola, shopping, fine dining and
apres ski. Creekside Village is ten minutes south of the main
village, and has its own Whistler Gondola and Town Centre with
restaurants and shopping. Elegant and richly styled, the lodge
features designer 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom suites. Heavy timber doors
lead to majestic interiors of stone, slate and glass, warmed by deep
colors and rich, authentic fabrics. Stainless steel appliances and
granite countertops lend a modern flair to gourmet kitchens. First
Tracks Lodge is designed to delight even the most discerning
travelers. Indulge in the outdoor, four-season pool and hot tubs or
spend some unhurried time in the lobby library. After a day on the
slopes, come home to one of Whistler's most prestigious addresses. |
ADARA HOTEL -
WHISTLER VILLAGE Opened in January 2006, Adara is an
intimate, "hip" boutique hotel and is just steps away from
the shops, restaurants, nightlife and ski-lifts of Whistler's main
village. Adara Hotel offers a completely new experience in Whistler,
integrating modern design elements with the warmth and intimacy of
traditional ski lodging. The hotel's highly professional staff is on
duty 24 hours, ensuring that whatever time you arrive, you'll be
welcomed, and whatever you need during your stay will be provided at
once. Choose from four distinctive room configurations, featuring
spa-like bathrooms, luxurious beds, floating fireplaces and artful
design details. Like most Whistler hotel accommodations, wood, stone
and other natural materials are used to reflect the beauty of the
landscape. At Adara, these materials are expressed playfully, and
are combined with iconic modernist furnishings, rich colors and
innovative surface treatments to create a stylish and light-hearted
Whistler lodging experience. A lobby bar serves après-ski cocktails
and a year-round outdoor hot tub provides a scenic soak after a day
of skiing or endless other adventures that Whistler offers. |
 |
 |
 |
 |
SUMMIT LODGE
& SPA - WHISTLER VILLAGE NORTH is a Kimpton Hotel,
known for their collection of boutique, pet-friendly properties.
This four-story lodge is located in Whistler Village North, three
blocks from the pedestrian-friendly Whistler Village Square. The
hotel provides a complimentary ski shuttle to the Whistler/Blackcomb
ski lifts. Eighty-one studio and one-bedroom suites feature
kitchenettes with granite countertops, fireplaces, soaker tubs, and
private balconies. An outdoor heated pool and hot tub is surrounded
by evergreens, and the hotel's unique Javanese-style, Taman Sari
Royal Heritage Spa, provides seductive treatments after an active
day of skiing. The hotel's Elements was named Whistler's Best New
Restaurant for 2005, and offers tapas, fresh seafood, infused
martinis and rare wines.
|
|