Crystal Lodge HotelvsNita Lake Lodge
Both properties are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Nita Lake Lodge is the choice of most writers compared to Crystal Lodge Hotel. Nita Lake Lodge comes in at 89 with praise from 9 sources like Frommer's, Gayot and Jetsetter.
Crystal Lodge Hotel
4154 Village Green, Whistler, British Columbia V0N 1B4, Canada
From $104/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"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." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Not all rooms are created equal at the Crystal, forged from the fusion of two quite different hotel towers." Full review
Frommer's
"Right on Mountain Square, just 100 meters (328 feet) from the lifts...the suites are a quite nice. There's a heated pool outside, and the very popular Crystal Lounge." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Cheaper rooms in the South Tower are standard style – baths and fridges are the highlight – but those in the Lodge Wing match the handsome rock-and-beam lobby, complete with small balconies." Full review
Nita Lake Lodge Show All Reviews
2131 Lake Placid Road, Whistler, British Columbia V0N 1B2 , Canada
From $136/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
BlackBook
"Modern, spacious, dog-friendly lodge with a variety of floor plans, some with full kitchen, many featuring basalt fireplaces, flat-screens, leather seating and dark wood shutters."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Comfort is paramount here: double-soaker tubs, basalt-rock fireplaces, and heated floors offer an intimate counterpoint to sporty Whistler." Full review
Fodor's
"Within easy reach of the lifts and amenities of Whistler Creekside, this lovely lodge is Whistler's only lakefront hotel, so it feels a world away from the madding crowd." Full review
Gayot
"This lakefront resort offers a cozy sanctuary with its all-suite accommodations and stunning spa."
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Adjoining the handsome Creekside railway station, this swanky timber-framed lodge is perfect for a pampering retreat." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"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." Full review
Jetsetter
"Serene lakefront lodge at the base of Whistler Mountain with a spa and organic gourmet fare." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in Creekside, Nika Lake Lodge is less than a mile from the Creekside gondola and only a free 10-minute shuttle ride to Whistler Village." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"Cozying up to Whistler's picturesque mountains and Nita Lake's scenic shores, this property makes a convenient home base for skiers." Full review
New York Times
"For a quieter alternative outside Whistler Village, try Nita Lake Lodge, which sits on the shore of a glacier-fed lake, a short drive from the slopes. Studio suites with fireplaces and soaker tubs "
36 Hours in Whistler
January 30, 2020