If you want to be in the heart of the action: Crystal Lodge<\/b><\/p>\n
Located in the center of the lively Whistler Village, Crystal Lodge has 22 shops and restaurants attached to it. With complimentary ski valet service, bike valet service, and bike tuning station, activities are easy to enjoy. The hotel has an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, sauna, fitness center, and game room. Each of the 159 rooms are equipped with a flat screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-fridge, kettle and coffee maker, and complimentary wireless internet. \u00a0Room categories include traditional rooms, studios with kitchenettes, loft suites with bedrooms on the upper level, and 1-3 bedroom suites with coin-operated laundry facilities.<\/p>\n I stayed in the spacious Deluxe King Studio \u2013 also available with 2 queen beds – on the 3rd\u00a0floor (request this room for the unique rustic ceilings). \u00a0In addition to the standard amenities, the room has a balcony, living area with pull-out sofa bed, desk, and wet bar with a sink, microwave, glassware, dishes, and cutlery.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a comfortable home-away-from home with family or larger groups: Lodging Ovations<\/b><\/p>\n Sister properties and neighbours, Legends, Evolution, and First Tracks Lodge are all located in Creekside Village, a more upscale, family-oriented, and quieter alternative to Whistler Village, only a 5-minute drive away. Guests must be 25+ to check-in and all check-ins occur in the Legends hotel lobby. Best known for its ski facilities, Creekside Village is becoming more and more of a summer destination with bike rentals, water sports, boating, and swimming becoming popular in the area\u2019s three lakes.<\/p>\n Each of the three hotels provide free wifi, ski valet services, and the conveniences of a home, including a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living area, private balcony, and washer and dryer in all of the suites.<\/p>\n Legends is the lead-in, oldest, and largest of the three properties, offering one, two, and three bedroom suites. It is a ski-in\/ski-out hotel with a fitness room, game room, movie theatre, toy room, outdoor pool and hot tub, pool table, and barbeques.<\/p>\n Evolution is the mid-level and the newest of the three hotels. This pet-friendly property is equipped with a game room, movie theatre, gym, pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, and barbeques.\u00a0 The hotel has one and two bedroom suites distributed on four floors.<\/p>\n First Tracks, the most prestigious of the three hotels and another ski in\/ski out hotel, features up to four bedroom suites, a fitness room, pool, hot tub, and steam room.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for romance, privacy, and serenity: Nita Lake Lodge<\/b><\/p>\n This hotel is about a 10 minute drive from Whistler Village, set right on Nita Lake with\u00a0easy access to swimming, kayaking, and biking. The hotel features 77 luxurious suites, a yoga studio, fitness center, full service spa, and innovative cuisine. Visit the Fix Caf\u00e9 to sample fresh ingredients sourced from local farmers and the hotel\u2019s rooftop garden, relax in the hot tub or steam room, or spend some time in the art gallery. Later, retreat to your contemporary, oversized suite to enjoy the cozy fireplace, double soaker bathtub, and views of Whistler Valley. With a focus on wellness, this is the perfect place for a relaxing retreat into nature.<\/p>\n As if the standard 500-square foot studio suites aren\u2019t impressive enough, the largest and most lavish room, the Glade Suite, boasts two bedrooms and entertaining space in its two-storey location, with a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, and fireplace, perfect for family reunions or special occasions.<\/p>\n PLAY<\/strong><\/p>\n Featuring over 200 shops, 90 pubs and restaurants, a movie theatre, grocery store, and all of the modern conveniences desired on a vacation, Whistler Village<\/strong> is a fantastic tourist spot for a winter family vacation<\/a>. Whistler Olympic Plaza hosts free outdoor concerts and movies on the big screen during summer weekends, and turns into a free outdoor skating rink in the winter. Walk through quaint village stores, partake in skiing adventures, and sleep all in the same spot!<\/p>\n If you enjoy hiking, drive to Squamish to experience the new attraction, Sea to Sky Gondola<\/strong>. Take a gondola ride up into the mountains and admire the views from the platforms. Experience walking, biking, rock climbing, or simply enjoy a meal high in the mountains. Daily tours are available.<\/p>\n Gear up and glide across Fitzsimmon\u2019s Creek that divides Whistler and Blackcomb mountains on one of Ziptreck<\/strong>\u2019s ziplining eco tours. Choose from 3 guided tours and experience suspension bridges, trails, and informative nature tips along the way. (We did the \u201cBear\u201d tour, but I know you can handle soaring like an \u201cEagle\u201d!)<\/p>\n The outdoor Scandinave Spa<\/strong> is known for its hot and cold Scandinavian baths used for hydrotherapy and physical conditioning. Alternate from the baths to the steam room, sauna, and waterfalls to relax. Then, retreat to the solarium, hammock, or outdoor fireplace to clear your mind. If you wish, book a rejuvenating treatment in one of the indoor treatment rooms.<\/p>\n Test your skills on the terrain of Blackcomb Mountain as you ride your own ATV through valleys and hills on a Canadian Wilderness Adventures tour<\/strong>. Keep your eyes open for bears, mud, and of course, the breathtaking views. They also offer ski and snowboard schools, and snowmobile, dogsled, and snowshoe tours in the winter.<\/p>\n EAT<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"Crystal](\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Crystal-Lodge-Whistler.jpg\")
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