Hotels in Whistler

I would recommend Lodging Ovations to families who want space and simple logistics. Family rooms come with a private bathroom and a balcony, plus air-conditioning and free WiFi. Ski storage keeps wet gear out of the room, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. Children will head straight for the year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, while parents can slip into the sauna. Alpha Lake Park and Nita Lake are close by.

Evolution Whistler gave us a spacious suite with a full kitchen and a gas fireplace, which felt like a home away from home for our family. The Creekside Gondola is a 10-minute walk, a manageable stroll even with kids carrying their skis. After skiing, the outdoor heated pool and two hot tubs kept the children busy, while we discovered the eucalyptus steam room. Ski storage kept the suite free of gear and wet gloves.

The Sundial Hotel's one-minute walk to the Whistler Blackcomb Gondola is the main reason I would suggest it to families carrying skis. Suites have full kitchens for meals in, gas fireplaces, and heated slate floors that are welcome after a cold day. Select suites have mountain views, so it is worth asking for one. The rooftop hot tub ends the day well, and on-site dining saves a trip out with tired children.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Whistler gave our family a room with a fully equipped kitchen, a balcony and a spa bath, which covered everyone's wish list. Being near Whistler Village made walks to dinner easy. The kids spent their afternoons between the outdoor pool and hot tub, and we managed a session in the fitness room. Ski storage meant gear never cluttered the room. It also seemed popular with couples on romantic breaks.

The Aspens gave us ski-to-door access, so the kids could ski right back to the building at the end of the day. Our unit had a fully equipped kitchen, a flat-screen TV and a private balcony, which made it feel like our own place. The swimming pool comes with striking views, and the hot tub was perfect after skiing. Free Wi-Fi was reliable, and the garden, sun terrace and tennis courts hint at a lovely summer stay too.

Legends Whistler suits families because it is ski-in/ski-out in Creekside, a short walk from the Creekside Gondola, so children can ski back to the building at the end of the day. Each suite has a full kitchen, a fireplace and a balcony, which makes meals in and quiet evenings easy. On a stormy afternoon the children's game room and media room help, and I would keep the outdoor pool and two hot tubs for the evening.

Woodrun Lodge gave us a spacious aparthotel unit with a balcony and mountain views, so the kids had room to play and we had room to breathe. Ski-to-door access was the best part: no long walks in boots at the end of the day. Ski storage kept everything tidy. The pool with a view was where the children spent their afternoons, while we alternated between the hot tub and the fitness centre. A great base for families.

For a family ski week, I would pick Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre for its distances: the Excalibur Gondola is 290 m away, so children walk to the lift rather than wait for a bus. Every unit is a suite with a full kitchen, a balcony and a gas fireplace, which makes breakfast and quiet evenings simple. The heated outdoor saltwater pool and two hot tubs with mountain views are the reward after skiing.

Summit Lodge gave us a suite with a kitchenette and a fireplace, a cosy setup that suited our family perfectly. The Blackcomb Excalibur Gondola is a 10-minute walk, fine once the kids got into the rhythm. Free ski storage was a nice touch, keeping the suite free of wet gear. After skiing, the outdoor pool and hot tub were where the children unwound, steaming away under the snow, while we sat by the fire with tea.

Pan Pacific Mountainside is 150 metres from the Blackcomb Excalibur Gondola, so getting our kids up the mountain took no time at all. Our spacious suite had a full kitchen, a fireplace and a private balcony, which gave us the comfort of an apartment with hotel service. After skiing, the outdoor heated pool and two hot tubs were full of happy children, ours included, while we used the steam room and fitness centre.

Powder's Edge gave us ski-in ski-out suites in Whistler Village, and having our own private hot tub was the thing our kids still talk about. The full kitchen meant relaxed family breakfasts and dinners, and the mountain views from the suite were superb. The Whistler Express gondolas are within a five-minute walk. We also had access to an outdoor pool, spa and fitness centre, though the private tub usually won.

Carleton Lodge is a two-minute walk from the Whistler and Blackcomb Excalibur gondolas, with ski-to-door access at the end of the day, so logistics with our kids were effortless. Our suite had a full kitchen, which made breakfasts quick and dinners relaxed, plus a fireplace and a spa bath we used every night. On-site ski storage kept boots out of the room, and the lively après-ski bar gave us a fun spot with mountain views.

The Crystal Lodge sits in Whistler Village, a five-minute walk from the Whistler Village Gondola, which suited our family's routine perfectly. With three restaurants, a lounge bar and a coffee shop on site, we never had to think hard about meals, a real bonus with hungry kids. After skiing we headed to the spa, the outdoor hot tub and the sauna to warm up. Convenient and comfortable for families and couples alike.

Being directly across from the Village Marketplace makes Northstar at Stoney Creek by Whiski Jack practical for families, since grocery shopping for apartment-style meals is quick. The free shuttle to the Whistler Blackcomb lifts stops right outside, and the gondolas are a short walk away. Each unit has a fireplace for evenings in, ski storage keeps gear out of the living space, and I would save the large year-round heated pool and hot tub for after skiing.

First Tracks Lodge sits at the base of Whistler Mountain with ski-in ski-out access, so our kids skied straight to the door each afternoon. The Creekside Express Gondola is a short walk away. Our suite had a kitchen for easy family meals, a gas fireplace for cosy evenings and a balcony for mountain air. The four-season outdoor pool and two hot tubs were the children's favourite, and ski storage kept the suite tidy.

My advice for families here is to lean on the kitchen: each family suite has a fully equipped one, plus a fireplace for evenings in. Ski-to-door access means children can finish a run close to the building instead of walking far in ski boots, and ski storage keeps wet gear out of the suite. The year-round outdoor pool and hot tub give everyone a good reason to come back early.

Delta Hotels by Marriott Whistler Village Suites works well for families because its suites have full kitchens and mountain views, giving more room than a standard hotel room. The base of Whistler Mountain is an eight-minute walk, and a shuttle is also available. After skiing there is an outdoor pool, three hot tubs and a dry sauna, plus ski storage. I recommend it for longer stays where cooking in matters; 191 reviews average 8.6.

Tyndall Stone Lodge gave us a family-friendly apartment with a kitchen, a balcony and a fireplace, all a 4-minute walk from Whistler Village. Having a proper kitchen meant breakfasts at our own pace and cheaper dinners in. Ski storage and hire made the gear side easy with three kids. The year-round outdoor pool and hot tub were the daily highlight, and we loved coming back to the fire after a long day.

Pinnacle Hotel in Whistler Village was wonderfully practical for our family: every room has a full kitchen, a gas fireplace and a spa bath, so we had everything we needed. Ski and snowboard rental on site meant the kids were kitted out without queues, and the public shuttle bus stop right outside took us to the slopes. The outdoor pool and hot tub were the children's reward each afternoon. Great value for families.

Lake Placid Lodge by Whiski Jack gave us a family-friendly apartment with a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom and a balcony, so the kids had space and we could cook. Each unit has a fireplace, ours lit every evening, plus air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Ski storage was handy for our four sets of gear. The sauna, hot tub and year-round outdoor pool kept everyone happy after skiing, especially the children.

The Listel is a two-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of Whistler Village, and the Blackcomb Excalibur Gondola is seven minutes on foot, manageable even with small skiers. Our room had a flat-screen TV, a fridge for the kids' drinks and a coffee maker for early starts. The shared indoor hot tub was perfect on the coldest evenings, and the on-site restaurant and lounge saved us going out when everyone was tired.

Tantalus Resort Lodge is one of the Whistler Village options I recommend most readily to families, because its spacious suites come with full kitchens and fireplaces. The Whistler Village Gondola is within walking distance, so ski mornings start without a car. After the slopes there is an outdoor pool and two hot tubs, and ski storage keeps gear out of the suite. With 1,167 reviews averaging 8.4, it has a long and steady record.

Aava Whistler Hotel sits a two-minute walk from Whistler Village, and I recommend it to families who want easy access to the slopes with some comfort on return. The ski valet service handles equipment, which helps with children. The outdoor pool and hot tub face the mountains, and there is a sauna. Rooms have mountain views and a fireplace. With 1,972 reviews averaging 8.3, the record is long, if a little below the top of the village.

Cascade Lodge is a few steps from Whistler Village, so we could walk to dinner and the lifts without ever moving the car. Our room had a kitchenette, perfect for quick breakfasts and snacks when the kids got hungry between sessions. The outdoor pool and hot tub were the highlight for the children, steaming away in the cold air, while we preferred the sauna. Free Wi-Fi helped us plan each day. Simple, practical and well placed.

Loft units are what I would look at first for families at Whistler Village Inn & Suites, alongside its hotel rooms and suites. Free WiFi works throughout, and ski storage keeps equipment out of the way. Children will head for the heated outdoor pool and hot tub, and parents can use the fitness centre. The hotel is pet-friendly, and The Keg Steakhouse and Bar is attached, so dinner after skiing needs no planning.

Adara is a boutique hotel right in the heart of Whistler Village, so restaurants, shops and lifts were all within an easy walk with the kids. The heated pool and hot tub run year-round with mountain views, and our children would have stayed in them for hours. Ski storage kept our room clear, and the fireplace in the lobby was a lovely place to thaw out. Small touches like organic bath products made it feel special.

With the Whistler Village Gondola 150 m away, Executive Inn Whistler keeps mornings with children short. Every room has a fireplace, which makes evenings in easy, and ski storage keeps wet gear out of the room. The 24-hour reception helps with late arrivals. The heated outdoor pool, hot tub and fitness centre are next door rather than in the building, and I would plan the after-ski swim around that.

Ski-to-door access at Mountain Side Hotel Whistler by Executive means tired children do not face a long walk in ski boots at the end of the day. I would book a family room for its kitchenette, handy for breakfasts and snacks, and every room has a fireplace and free WiFi. The year-round outdoor pool keeps children busy in the afternoon, while parents can use the sauna and the fitness centre.

This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo at Aspens was perfect for our family: the kids had their own room and nobody queued for the shower. Ski-in ski-out access meant we clicked in and went, and skied back for lunch. We loved the mountain views from the balcony. Whistler Village and Medals Plaza are a short walk away for evenings out, and the year-round outdoor pool, hot tub and fitness room kept everyone busy.