Snow sports slay in this world-renowned ski town, found only two hours by car from Vancouver. Once the site of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Whistler is the largest ski resort in North America, where a pair of peaks provide endless terrain for an epic ski getaway. But the alpine adventures don’t stop at the slopes. When the weather warms, there’s still a ton to see and do here.
To start, there’s the Cultural Connector—a picturesque pathway that links a series of significant cultural sites, including the Audain Art Museum and Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. For food, head to Whistler in the Fall to attend Whistler Cornucopia, an annual 10-day culinary celebration featuring the best food and drink from Whistler and beyond. For a wellness escape, nip in for Nordic-style hydrotherapy at Scandinave Spa, where you can enjoy steams and soaks set in the West Coast wilderness. Head to the newly-updated Creekside Village for treats and trinkets, or take a jaunt to Function Junction, where art galleries, artisan workshops, and craft breweries showcase a lesser-seen side of Whistler. And for whatever you choose to do while you’re there, there’s a perfectly matched place to stay. From luxury lodges to sizable suites, this is our roundup of the best private rentals and Airbnbs found in Whistler.
We’ve vetted these listings based on Superhost status, ratings, amenities, location, previous guest reviews, and decor.
Logan Swayze/Wedge Mountain Lodge & Spa
Wedge Mountain Lodge & Spa
Bed & bath: 10 en-suite bedrooms
Top amenities: State-of-the-art movie theater, private spa, private chef and housekeeping
Nearby attractions: Green Lake, Vallea Lumina, Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort
Whether you’re hosting a family reunion, a corporate retreat, or a getaway with a group of friends, this massive mountain retreat has everything you need, and with a full staff, you can let someone else do all the work. The 12,000-square-foot luxury lodge is the first of its kind in Whistler, filling the void between small, high-priced hotel rooms that aren’t set up for larger groups, and self-service rentals that don’t offer the perks of a high-end hotel. Soak in the pools, cozy up by the fireplace, settle in for a movie night, or luxuriate in the spa—including Nordic-style hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, and a steam room. There’s so much to do here, you won’t want to venture beyond the property’s grounds.
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Alta Lake Chalet
Bed & bath: 11 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms
Top amenities: Sauna, hot tub, steam room, movie room
Nearby attractions: Alta Lake, Nita Lake, Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort
