Fairmont Chateau WhistlervsNita Lake Lodge
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort scores slightly better than Nita Lake Lodge. Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort is ranked #2 in Whistler with positive reviews from 9 publications including Travel + Leisure, Gayot and Oyster.
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Show All Reviews
4599 Chateau Boulevard, Whistler, British Columbia V0N 1B4, Canada
From $295/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
BlackBook
"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."
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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.
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Located at the foot of Blackcomb Mountain, this green-roofed property is removed from village noise, yet just minutes from the heart of the action and skiing on foot." Full review
Fodor's
"Just steps from the Blackcomb ski lifts, this imposing-looking fortress is a self-contained, ski-in, ski-out resort-within-a-resort with its own shopping arcade, golf course, and impressive spa." Full review
Gayot
"A luxurious resort in a gorgeous Canadian alpine landscape."
Lonely Planet
"Combining dramatic baronial lodge lobbies and comfortably palatial rooms, many with mountain views, the Fairmont is a handsome reproduction of Canada's high-end 'castle hotels." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Ski-in, ski-out resort in the quiet upper village, with a Robert Trent Jones Jr.–designed golf course. " Full review
Jetsetter
"Whistler’s landmark of luxury, with world class skiing, golfing and mountain biking right out the back door." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
2.0
"With its perch at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, Fairmont Chateau Whistler is a ski lodge with a knack for luxury." Full review
New York Times
"Higher-end hotel options abound in Whistler, though for a combination of location and atmosphere the Fairmont Chateau Whistler is hard to top"
36 Hours in Whistler
January 30, 2020
Frommer's
"Designed in a modern interpretation of the classic old railway lodges, this is Whistler’s landmark hotel." 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