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Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Oct 15, 2009
Great location! Great pool and spa! Parking is expensive, room view was nothing
special. We were very pleased to see that this nice hotel is only steps from the
Whistler Gondola---very convenient! Kids loved the warm indoor/outdoor pool, and
adults enjoyed the hot tubs, both indoors and out, as well as steam room and
sauna; workout room looked good too (didn't have time to use it!). Hotel is huge
with everything anyone could need. Room was adequate & comfy beds. It was a
very nice experience.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Oct 2, 2009
The hotel room was very clean, and quite at night. The bed and pillows was very
comfortable, no bach-ache or neck-ache the next morning. We stayed on the 9th
floor facing the shops. The close proximity to the shops and ski gondolas was
perfect. The food was very good and the service was fast. The night life was
great. The only issues we had were the hidden costs: hotel parking $25/night &
the Spa Resort club fee $13/day.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Sept 20, 2009
The Westin Whistler was a wonderful get away spot. They have a great location
that is right next to the gondola, shopping and dining. The room was very
comfortable and the facility was very nice. We enjoyed soaking in the
indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub after a day of skiing. The service was
wonderful. We can't wait to go back.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Sept 5, 2009
My husband and 15 year old daughter stayed for 2 nights for a mini "staycation"
We love travelling to Whistler since we are hosting the 2010 Olympics the road
has been improved making the road trip more enjoyable. If you are travelling up
there, remember to leave time for road construction. The weather is mountain
weather, so its quite unpredictable, we didn't get any pool time as it was
raining and quite chilly when the sun wasn't out.
Room service is expensive, so we ate along the village strip. Food is expensive
at Whistler, but still higher in the hotel. There is a sushi restaurant in the
hotel which is very good, but there are a few more in the village. The village
is a great place to people watch and you are bound to see some celebs up there.
Sit and have a cold corona and nachos it is something. Dogs are welcome in
Whistler and at the Westin. Rules are - not to leave them alone in the room, but
if you need, someone will come and look in on them if you ask. They have great
service and will do anything to make you happy! The room we had was a 1
bedroom suite, have included some pictures. Really comfortable room, bed was
dreamy. Balcony is small, but when its sunny, nice to sit out there and have a
glass of wine. Kitchen if fully stocked with dishes etc and they have a coffee
maker with starbucks coffee for you. They also have to-go cups so you can make
your java and head out with it! Nice touch. Goodies in the room are expensive so
we brought our own snacks and refreshments. Gummy bear pack is $9.00 Ouch! Water
bottle is $5.00 Ouch. TV has loads of movies $15.00 each, and all the Vancouver
TV channels. Hotel spa is very nice, my daughter and I had our eyebrows waxed,
very professional. The pool area is small, but there is an indoor hot tub and
outdoor, loads of workout equipment too. The hotel is located on the hill and
you can walk out into the back of the village. Head over to the Irish pub for
lunch and a Guinness, its a great little place and you can bring the kids in up
until 730pm. We ate dinner at the Mix, which was really great, warm goat cheese
and beet salad, got to have it. We had a great "staycation" at the Westin.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Aug 30, 2009
We visited the Westin at Whistler last weekend and enjoyed a beautifully
renovated room that felt like staying in a tiny cozy lodge. The kitchen was
small but fully stocked so that we were able to cook dinner. Loved this place!
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Aug 10, 2009
It's a beautiful hotel. The renovated rooms really added some new life to the
hotel. It is in a perfect location at the base of Whistler AND Blackcomb. Unless
you like to spend your nights in your room you need to stay in Whistler village
where all the activity is.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Jul 23, 2009
Liked the hotel a lot, but would not want to be staying there with all my ski
gear for a week, since there was definitely not enough space to put everything.
We stayed for two days and since it was summer now and warm we had plenty space.
The room featured a kitchenette equipped with everything. It was great. Rooms
are nicely furnished. Service was good, but not overly friendly. Went to eat
Dinner at the Four Seasons 52 80 restaurant, which was fabulous and affordable
(Steak for $25.00.) Loved it there.
Jun 17, 2009
My husband and I spent two nights at the Whistler Westin for a relaxing weekend.
Check in was smooth and efficient. Arrived late on a Friday evening. On first
glance everything seems nice. We were in a one bedroom suite on the 8th floor.
The linens on the bed were extremely comfortable.
Ended up going to the Firerock Lounge for a cocktail and appetizer the first
night. Julia H went out of her way to make us feel welcome. We had gone into the
village to get a bite to eat and actually sat in the Longhorn Saloon for 20
minutes and received no service. When we told her this she was appalled and gave
us 50% off our food and the two places arent connected in any way.
The spa is really decrepit. The pool and hot tub are actually sort a joke and
when after a "heavenly milk bath" the towel i was given to dry off had a big
hole in it! The manicure and pedicure were a complete waste of money and not
very relaxing as the stairs down to the gym are in full view of the treatment
area and people are pearing in at you as they go to the gym the whole time. Not
to mention that they add 18% gratuity automatically. It should be an option not
mandatory.
My husband and I expected a lot more from a "5 peak" hotel. especially
considering you are paying through the nose for everything. Parking was $24 for
self serve, there was no free internet and they do not refill the coffee/tea
basket every day though you can call and for $3 have an extra packet of coffee
delivered (did not do)
They are apparently spending upwards of 10 million dollars on renovations this
year for the olympics so it might be worth going after that due to location but
we will not be staying here again.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Apr 5, 2009
Stayed for 10nights in March, with wife & 2 yr old.
Put the 2 year old in the on site nursery (she loved it - especially going out
in the snow) whilst we went skiing.
Room had a kitchen section - ideal for making breakfast.
Bathroom was very clean with a separate bath and shower.
The hotel restaurant was running a rotation of fixed price menus which made
eating affordable - especially when combined with a 50 CAD$ a night subsidy, +
children ate free if you ate with them between 5pm & 7pm.
Restaurant staff all very friendly and efficient.
Hotel Review of the Westin
Hotel Whistler
Apr 3, 2009
I'm not sure it's worth the normal price. I won my ''package" as part of a
charity auction.
The good - outstanding location - accommodating - amenities - pool - fitness
area - bed size.
It's a nice hotel if you can afford the bucks. |
