Best Ski Resorts in Canada: Lodging, Mountains, and Resources
Skiing in Canada is an experience worth exploring. With an ideal climate, high altitudes in eastern Quebec and western British Columbia and Alberta, the whole country has something to show when it comes to skiing and riding. The following five resorts are a small sampling of Canada’s biggest and best mountains to tackle this year. Each strives to improve upon their own merits year after year to keep vacationers coming back to their mountains. Many offer a myriad of alternate activities, so never plan a trip without exploring all that there is to do at these top picks.
1. Whistler Blackcomb
4545 Blackcomb Way
Whistler, BC, Canada V0N 1B4
(866) 218-9690
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season:
Adult: 93.00 Canadian Dollars
Whistler-Blackcomb Ski Resort is one of the world’s largest, most well-known and visited resorts. Located about an hour north of Vancouver, Whistler is the largest resort in North America and has one of the highest vertical drops, measuring slightly less than one mile on both the Whistler and Blackcomb peaks. The resort was originally built in 1966 in anticipation of winning the bid for the 1968 Winter Olympics. While it did not win, Whistler-Blackcomb was fortunate to be included in Vancouver’s bid for the 2010 Winter Olympic games, and hosted the Alpine Skiing events in February of the year. With 200 trails and 8,171 skiable acres, the area has more than something for everyone; it has everything.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 2,140 feet
Summit Elevation: 7,349 feet
Total Skiable Acres: 8,171
Trails: 200
Longest Trail: 7 miles
Average Annual Snowfall: 402 inches
Lodging Nearby:
Chalet Luise Inn – Whistler
7461 Ambassador Cres.
Whistler, BC, Canada
(800) 665-1998
http://www.chaletluise.com/
Stay here for: proximity to Whistler-Blackcomb (closest B&B to resort), choice between eight rooms, private baths, private balconies, in-room fireplaces, sauna, complimentary tea and coffee, ski storage and boot-drying
The Inn at Clifftop Lane
2828 Clifftop Lane
Whistler, BC, Canada V0N 1B2
(604) 938-1229
http://www.innatclifftop.com/
Stay here for: elegant and warm environment, new construction, private baths, in-room Jacuzzi, dining area and living room, common fireplace, complimentary full breakfast
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
4599 Chateau Boulevard
Whistler, BC, Canada V0N 1B4
(800) 606-8244
http://www.fairmont.com/whistler
Stay here for: luxurious packages, on-site spa, two on-site restaurants, on-site lounge, fitness club, concierge team, steam rooms, sauna, hot tubs, heated lap pool with underwater music, business services, ski in/ski out facilities
2. TLH Heliskiing
Tyax Resort
Gold Bridge, BC, Canada V0K 1P0
(250) 238-2204
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Peak Season: see website for packages and details
TLH Heliskiing offers expert skiers the ultimate adventure. The company has a variety of options for individuals or groups looking to take to the slopes including three, four, five and seven day tours. Addition packages are available for small groups or those looking to ski Whistler as well. A Private Platinum Tour is available, which includes accommodation in Vancouver before and after the tour, transportation between the airport, hotel and heliport, use of a private helicopter, two guides, unlimited vertical, private massage therapist and concierge, private chef, use of resort facilities, powder skis and safety equipment and $1000 in complimentary alcoholic beverages.
Lodging Nearby:
Reynolds Hotel
1237 Main Street
PO Box 430
Lillooet, BC, Canada V0K 1V0
(250) 256-4202
http://www.reynoldshotel.com
Stay here for: on-site pub, free wireless internet, liquor store on premises, standard hotel room accommodations
Tyax Resort
Tyaughton Lake Road
Gold Bridge, BC, Canada V0K 1P0
(250) 238-2221
http://tyax.com/
Stay here for: choice between chalets, rooms or campsite reservations, hot tub, sauna, on-site restaurant and lounge
Gold Dust Motel
Haylmore Avenue
Gold Bridge, BC, Canada V0K 1P0
(250) 238-2423
http://www.golddustmotel.com/
Stay here for: clean accommodations, choice of rooms with full kitchens, wireless internet, on-site bar, proximity to Gold Bridge TLH Heliskiing
3. The Lake Louise Ski Area, Ltd.
1 Whitehorn Road, Lake Louise
Alberta, Canada T0L 1E0
(877) 956-8473
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Season: please call for pricing
Lake Louise Mountain Resort is located in western Alberta, Canada in Banff National Park. Part of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the resort has a good mix of green, blue black and double black diamond trails. With over 4200 skiable acres and unlimited off trail backcountry ski and snowboard areas, Lake Louise is one of the largest resorts in North America. Each chair lift allows riders and skiers to choose beginner, intermediate or expert runs from their drop off locations. Experts will enjoy chutes, glades and bowls.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 5,400 feet
Summit Elevation: 8,650 feet
Vertical Drop: 3,250 feet
Total Skiable Acres: 4,200
Lodging Nearby:
Post Hotel and Spa
PO Box 69
200 Pipestone Road
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada T0L 1E0
(403) 522-3989
http://www.posthotel.com
Stay here for: alpine chalet, proximity to Lake Louise Ski Resort, spa packages, gourmet packages, romance packages
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
111 Lake Louise Drive
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada T0L 1E0
(403) 522-3511
http://www.fairmont.com/lakelouise
Stay here for: luxurious lakefront resort, complimentary deluxe breakfast, guest rooms or suites available, wireless internet access, clean luxuriously appointed rooms
Lake Louise Inn
210 Village Road
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada T0L 1E0
(403) 522-3791
http://www.lakelouiseinn.com
Stay here for: choice of nine room styles, wireless internet, standard hotel room amenities, choice of rooms with kitchens and fireplaces
4. Sunshine Village
1037 11th Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2R –G1
(877) 542-2633
Ticket Prices for 2009/2010 Season:
Adult (18-64): $76.14
Senior (65+): $61.86
Child (6-12): $26.42
Youth (13-17): $54.28
Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort has been in business for almost 100 years, and they pride themselves on building bigger and better attractions for skiers and riders. The resort receives more than 360 inches of snow annually, and the mountains’ high altitudes mean that the majority of this snow is delightfully powdery. With 12 lifts, visitors are always within reach of the 3,300 acres spread out over three mountain peaks at Sunshine Village.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 5,440 ft
Summit Elevation: 8,954 ft
Vertical Drop: 3,514 ft
Trails: 107
Total Skiable Acres: 3,358
Lodging Nearby:
Sunshine Mountain Lodge
1037 11th Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2R –G1
(877) 542-2633
http://www.sunshinemountainlodge.com/
Stay here for: Canada’s only hotel located within a national park (offers ski in/ski out capabilities), choice between economical and luxurious rooms or suites, private balconies in some rooms, waterfall view in some rooms
The Fairmont Banff Springs
405 Spray Avenue
Banff, Alberta, Canada T1L 1J4
(866) 540-4406
http://www.fairmont.com/banffsprings/
Stay here for: luxurious castle-like estate with national park surroundings, gorgeous location, luxuriously appointed rooms, on site fine dining establishments, health club, spa
Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel and Conference Center
222 Lynx Street
Banff, Alberta, Canada T1L 1K5
(800) 661-9266
http://www.banffparklodge.com
Stay here for: concierge service, 24-hour security, environmentally responsible lodging option, choice of superior or deluxe Jacuzzi rooms, restful and cozy decor
5. Mont Tremblant Ski Resort
1000 Chemin des Voyageurs
Mont Tremblant, Quebec, Canada J8E 1T1
(866) 356-2233
Ticket Prices for 2010/2011 Peak Season: please call for pricing
Mont Tremblant’s slopes are home to 95 trails serviced by 14 chair lifts. In addition to alpine skiing and snowboarding, Mont Tremblant is host to a variety of other winter activities such as dog sledding, ice climbing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, nightly activities, ice skating, horseback riding, sleigh rides, helicopter tours and paintball.
Mountain Facts:
Base Elevation: 750 feet
Summit Elevation: 2,871 feet
Vertical Drop: 2,116 ft
Trails: 95
Total Skiable Area: .98 square miles
Lodging Nearby:
Hotel Du Lac
121, rue Cuttle
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada J8E 1B9
(800) 567-8431
http://www.hoteldulac.ca/
Stay here for: lakeside accommodations, four star hotel with gourmet dining on site, luxurious amenities and warm/friendly hotel staff
Le Grand Lodge Mont-Tremblant
2396 rue Labelle
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada J8E 1T8
(800) 567-6763
http://www.legrandlodge.com/
Stay here for: mix of comfort and amenities, Chez Borivage restaurant (won 2008 Table d’Argent award), on-site bar, large indoor swimming pool, full service massage and body treatments
The Fairmont Tremblant
3045 Chemin de la Chapelle
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada J8E 1E1
(866) 540-4415
http://www.fairmont.com/tremblant/
Stay here for: gorgeous grounds and site location, choice between guest rooms and suites, on-site restaurants, lounges and café-bistro, European spa, health club, indoor and outdoor saltwater pools, steam room, whirlpools, fitness room
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