Whistler

At the foot of Blackcomb Mountain, just steps from Whistler's Upper Village and its chairlift, Four Seasons greets wintertime guests with the warmth of a fireplace. — Afar Magazine

Ski-in chateau-chalet whose tastefully dramatic great hall opens to indoor/outdoor heated pool and hot tubs practically slopeside, with bar service by request. — BlackBook

A luxurious escape from the madness of the touristy parts of Whistler...sophisticated, mountain-town style, with high, vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, and beautiful balconies with gorgeous views. — Oyster

Hugging Blackcomb Mountain's western flank and set at the entrance of the Blackcomb Excalibur Gondola, Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside offers easy access to the slopes and Whistler village. — U.S. News & World Report

This mountain ski resort is in fact an ideal vacation destination during both the summer and winter months. — Gayot

A practical option, the upper-middle-range Pinnacle Hotel Whistler comes with a solid array of in-room amenities and on-site features. — Oyster

Although it bills itself as an all-suites boutique hotel, the Pan Pacific feels more like a beautiful apartment building with a fabulous concierge service. — Fodor's

Built as athlete accommodation for the 2010 Winter Olympics, this sparkling hostel is 7km south of the village, near Function Junction. — Lonely Planet

Whistler's only true boutique hotel is the Adara, sister to Vancouver's Opus Hotel and equally as hip. — Fodor's

Affordably priced and outfitted with gas fireplaces, kitchenettes,  large tubs, and balconies. There's a hot tub and outdoor pool, and an "east meets west" spa on-site. — Frommer's

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. — Oyster

The highlight of this 287-room, four-pearl hotel is its location, right by the Whistler Golf Course in the heart of Whistler Village. — Oyster

The cozy three-and-a-half-pearl Sundial Boutique Hotel has one of the best locations in Whistler -- right next to a ski lift. — Oyster

With apartment-style suites in a range of rates and an in-town location, the mid-range Whistler Peak Lodge has broad appeal drawing families, couples, and group travelers. — Oyster

Crystal Lodge was one of the first hotels in Whistler, and has the location to prove it: right on Mountain Square, just 100 meters (328 feet) from the lifts. — Frommer's

Just a few minutes past Whistler on Hwy 99, this facility-packed, family-friendly campground and RV park has elevated itself in recent years by adding cozy cabin and yurt options. — Lonely Planet

The studios and standard rooms are fine, but the loft suites are the way to go with their contemporary furnishings and handy kitchenettes. — Lonely Planet

Posing as a smarter, more private version of a hostel, Canada’s first capsule hotel...offering bed-sized ‘pods’ equipped with double futons, privacy curtains, individual air-con units, reading lights. — Lonely Planet