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Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Jan 25, 2010
We have just returned from the Westin Whistler, and have to thoroughly
recommend it to others.
We travelled from the UK with Ski Independence, and stayed in a one
bedroom suite in the East Tower (I think!) overlooking the Gondola to
Whistler and the lower run into town, in room 501. I would ideally have
later picked a higher up room for an even better view, but on check-in
we felt extremely looked after by the man there, who did his best to
find us a lovely mountain view room with a King sized bed.
The room was more than spacious for two, with the sofa bed in use to
take 4 it may have been a little more fuller feeling, but I could have
managed more than happily with our two little ones had I been travelling
with them. There was a table for 4, crocks, etc and full facilities for
4 and plenty of storage for 4 skier/boarders in my opinion, but I don't
take masses of gear and clothes either. As long as you don't 'take the
kitchen sink' there's plenty of room for 4, and masses for 2 anyway!
And the bed.....I want one!!!!! So comfy like sleeping on a cloud, and
pillows to match. Fantastic! Changed to your preference according to
their usual environmental policy. Couldn't fault it. Can I buy one in
the UK??!!
The kitchen is great, Starbucks coffee and takeout cups too save a
dollar or two, and even the dishwasher is emptied for you (!), fab!! My
only gripe was that the service staff for the room were at times a
little variable. On most days my robe was wet from the pool so it went
in to change, and it wasn't replaced (there are no heated rails in the
bathrooms so they don't dry - I would have been more than happy to
re-use if this was the case), and I was left traipsing the corridors
looking for the staff. This happened at least half the time. Cleanliness
was mostly great, but some dusty areas were regularly missed. But this
is just me being picky, and we were more than happy otherwise.
The pool however was perfectly warm, lovely to swim outside, with piping
hot whirlpools in and out, with a deliciously cold dash from one to the
other!! Lovely mountain views (not the ski hills) too. On return back
through the pool to cool off, again was a lovely cold warmth that didn't
leave me dithering. Perfect temps all round, and the pools themselves
were fantastically clean.
WiFi sadly was extortionate as other reviewers had said, and you can get
it for free (well a coffee anyway!) at many places in town, try the Lift
Coffee Co (right outside the hotel), Starbucks and Blenz Coffee Co.
Wouldn't dream of paying the prices they charge at the hotel (they are
not alone apparently), especially as aren't local calls - and therefore
the internet call - free in Canada anyway? The cost of the rooms, this
should be thrown in in this day and age imho...gripe over!!
Location is fab, a very short walk to Whistler Gondola, where the
skiiing and boarding was great, if a little poor snow into the village
below Olympic station level and the equivalent on Blackcomb. However
snow above this was world class, and we had many good days over our 9
days on the hill, including two or three powder days, one with 15" or
more :D
Other than this we would 110% recommend Sushi Village - Sushi
perfection, again Spider Rolls, and Mango Caterpillar Rolls were
amazing! Sit at the Bar and watch - you get to see other stuff to try
beyond your usual faves, and the Sushi chefs are incredible! Go go go!!!
(Yum I miss it can you tell!?)
On the whole, the Westin exceeded our expectations, I would thoroughly
recommend it to anyone. Apart from maybe the traveller who has nothing
better to do than stay at great places and then score them very low on
here for very small problems. Nowhere is 100% all the time, I am
representing my very tiny little niggles for all to see, but also
championing a very worthy 5 star rated, 5 star ranking hotel and thank
all the lovely staff for a fabulous stay. We will be back.....one day!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Jan 25, 2010
I have been to Whistler many times now and been in all hotels. The
Westin is undoubtedly the best hotel in the Village, and although very
expensive - it is unrivalled!
The Spa/ Gym facilities are fantastic as is the Firerock lounge for food
and drinks.
The rooms have Kitchen & Laundry amenities, which can cut the cost of
your stay!
The Westin is also very relaxed in comparison to the other up-market
hotels in the village. The Fairmont Chateau for example does not have
such a good location and is very dated and uncomfortable
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Jan 18, 2010
We stayed here in January with our 3 boys aged 11, 9 & 7. Firstly
Whistler is a great place to ski with a great village. The Westin was in
a great location right next to the Gondola and with a great Ski Valet
service at the bottom of the hill.
The service from staff was quiet good.
We stayed in a 2 bedroom dulux which had two bedrooms, kitchenette and
living room. In short the rooms were some of the smallest that we have
ever stayed in and for that reason alone I would not stay here again.
Also given all the ski gear for 5 people we had little room.
The pool and spa was good. There was a coin operated washing machine and
dryer on every level.
The other negative thing was the mattress and pillows (were not of
typical Westin Standard).
All in All great location but ho hum rooms and would not stay here again
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Jan 16, 2010
I have been to Whistler many times now and been in all hotels. The
Westin is undoubtedly the best hotel in the Village, and although very
expensive - it is unrivalled!
The Spa/ Gym facilities are fantastic as is the Firerock lounge for food
and drinks.
The rooms have Kitchen & Laundry amenities, which can cut the cost of
your stay!
The Westin is also very relaxed in comparison to the other up-market
hotels in the village. The Fairmont Chateau for example does not have
such a good location and is very dated and uncomfortable.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Jan 14, 2010
I've stayed at this hotel many times since it opened. They used to
charge a flat resort fee, but have recently done away with this in
favour of charging a-la-carte.
We only stayed for one night on a last minute deal. The room was about
$200 after taxes. However, valet parking is $32 and ski valet is $6 per
pair of skies. They do not allow you to have skies in your room, so this
is pretty much a mandatory charge unless you leave your skies in the car
and self-park. For some reason, we were never charged the ski valet, but
still...
The room was recently renovated and very nice overall. The location is
also excellent for access to the gondolas. However, beware of all the
extra charges!!
One tip: if you have to check out, but still want to ski, you can leave
your bags with the bellhops and use the fitness facilities to change
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