Sep 2, 2010
LOVED our stay here - we had a King Suite room 142 in the lodge wing. It
included a kitchen which was great to cook meals in. One complaint - very sparse
on the knives and they were very dull (only two cutting knives, and we joked
that a butter knife could cut better than both of them!). Wonderful king bed,
with room darkening curtains. We had a view of the inner roundabout where you
check in to the hotel, but beyond the hotel are mountains everywhere, so we did
get a tiny nice view too! Large flat-screen tv and very large bathroom.
The hot tub was nice to enjoy at night until 10pm. Towels are provided right by
the pool/hot tub.
Parking is not included (bummer, but nowhere seems to really include parking).
It's normally $20 a night, but if you book a package like we did, you can get a
discount on half off your parking, a $5 starbucks gift card each, and free
wireless internet. Not sure if this package is offered year-round or just the
summer. We were here two nights in August. Best to check the hotel website and
then look at their packages. I found them to be a better deal than any of the
offerings for the Crystal Lodge on websites such as expedia.
You can't get a better location. You are just steps to the gondola up the
mountain, to ride the well-worth it "Peak to Peak" gondola at the top. Shopping,
restaurants, and bars are just outside your hotel as well. We never experienced
any noise problems, but we weren't facing the village stroll so I don't know if
it's different on that side of the hotel.
I would definitely try to stay here again the next time I'm in Whistler!
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
Aug 16, 2010
After reading other reviews here, I found the Crustal Lodge to be a better and
quieter property than expected. Good location, right on the "Stroll."
Rooms in the hotel section are small, but after reading the history of the hotel
I understood the original objectives (and was reminded of Nancy Green's role in
the development of both the hotel and Whistler). The history also explained the
several steps between the lodge and the hotel rooms.
Good hot tub (actually hot and with strong jets), but in kind of a strange
location--likely because it was the only place to put it and the pool quite a
few years after the hotel was built and the town grew up around it. Very good
front desk staff.
Management response from Bryan Pilbeam, General Manager
Aug 20, 2010
Thanks for sharing your feedback; I am glad you enjoyed your stay and found the
property to be quiet despite our good location "at the centre of it all". You
have certainly done your homework - good for you ! You are right, that the hotel
section (former Nancy Greene Lodge wing) does have smaller, simpler rooms- and
we price them accordingly (discounted/lead in rates). That said, we have just
finished a refresh on these this past year and are very comfortable. We have
deluxe oversized rooms, as well as many varieties of suites to choose from in
the lodge wing as you mention. The pool and hot tub - believe it or not it has
been suggested we move it - which of course is quite tough to do, but you are
exactly right - there was much around when it was originally built ! Thanks
again.
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
Aug 8, 2010
My husband, 2 daughters ( 13 and 10) and myself stayed in a loft suite at the
Crystal Lodge. It was a two story with a full bath, kitchenette and living area
with pull out sofa on the main level and an upstairs with a king size bed, tv
and full bathroom plus separate entrance. The room was newly redone in modern
decor and very clean. We looked onto the main strip in Whistler village where
restaurants and shops are happening at night. The hotel is just steps away from
the gondola that takes you up Whistler mountain and across the Peak 2 Peak to
Blackcomb mountain. Beautiful sights! This was our second stay at Crystal Lodge
and we loved it! On our trip we ziptreked which we would also recommend! I would
definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
Aug 6, 2010
Crystal Lodge is a big hotel, with a top notch location, friendly staff and
overall a great service. We stayed there during the August long weekend, when
the village was very busy and vibrant and were so thankful to have found
accommodation in the heart of all the happenings while paying only $107 on
average per night. The hotel was more than we expected for the price. Our room
was big, clean and comfortable, with decent interior furnishing and quiet nights
so we were able to get enough sleep. Everything in Whistler is accessible from
this location - most importantly, the Starbucks that was literally an elevator
ride away.:) We would definitely stay there again
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
Aug 6, 2010
Stayed here with my 16 year old daughter. The hotel was fantastic. Whistler
Village is amazing. There is lots to do here and we were never bored. This is a
fantastic hotel to stay at. The staff were excellent and I would definitely stay
here again. Well done.
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
Aug 3, 2010
This hotel is top notch, the service provided by the staff was excellent they
were all very polite well presented and extremely helpful. The hotel its self is
situated perfectly there is all you need in regards to shops pubs and
restaurants within a 5 min walk as well as the ski lifts being a stones throw
from the hotel. There are many excursions and activities that the hotel staff
are more than willing to help you with.
The hotel its self is of a high standard everything was very clean, tidy and
worked as it should with beautiful views. The restaurant in the hotel was one of
the best meals we had in Canada the choice was excellent and food was lovely.
All in all this was a pleasurable stay and would recommend it to anyone.
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
July 28, 2010
This is the second time we stay at the Crystal Lodge in Whistler. (1st time was
for our Honeymoon!) This time we brought our kids and in-laws. We can’t say
enough about this hotel and it’s staff! The hotel is super close to the lifts,
it right smack in the of the Whistler Village, and there are a ton of really
good restaurants and pubs around it. The hotel staff keep the hotel really clean
and it feels so nice and cosy, it just feels like home! The pool is heated and
the Jacuzzi is ready to roll after a long day on the slopes. The kids loved it!
We really loved staying here and look forward to coming back for another stay!
=o)
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
July 23, 2010
Right in the heart of the village
The Crystal Lodge was a great jumping off point to our day. Everything we needed
was in a few feet of our hotel. The bed was very comfortable as well which is
what matters most to me when I vacation.
Hotel Review of the Crystal Lodge Hotel Whistler
July 14, 2010
The Crystal Lodge us a big hotel in Whistler Village, right on the 'village
stroll'. It is also close to Whistler Mountain's cable car and all attractions.
We stayed there in July 2010, during the first warm weekend. It was very busy in
Whistler, but the hotel was just fine. The staff was very friendly, to my
personal taste a bit over the top. They were clearly trained for service
attitude.
Our room was rather small, but ok for 2 nights. The room was comfortable, clean
and nicely decorated. Car parking in the hotel's garage is very convenient but
comes with a price tag of $20 per night excl taxes. Using the public parkings
saves you about one third of that cost. |
