OverviewThis property is a collection of three, three-storey condominium buildings: Eagle, Bear and Deer Lodge. The first floor of the buildings houses shops and food outlets. The Whistler Olympic Plaza is located adjacent to this property and the Whistler gondola is 10 minutes away on foot. These condominium units are well-suited for guests who are looking for self-contained accommodations within the Whistler Village.
These condominium units are individually owned and may vary slightly in the amenities and bed configurations offered. However, all units are smoke free and include free Wi-Fi, a TV and DVD player, a washer and dryer, a fireplace, individual climate control and a kitchen with full-sized appliances. Most units also include a private balcony. Most units are furnished with a queen bed in the master bedroom and a sofabed in the living room.
Parking is available on site for an additional fee of $15 per day and pets are not permitted. Weekly housekeeping is provided. Units are located on the second and third floors of this property and there is no elevator.
Shared features include ski/bike storage, laundry facilities, a fitness centre, an indoor hot tub and a sauna.
The Whistler Museum is 5 minutes away on foot. Attractions in the lower Whistler Village, including boutique shops, nightlife venues and the Whistler Village Art Gallery, are about an 8-minute walk away. The Whistler Golf Course and driving range is 10 minutes away on foot. Access to the Sea-to-Sky Highway is a 2-minute drive away. (All walking and driving time estimates: Google Maps)
The GoodSeveral guests indicated that they enjoyed the accommodations at this property and that they were likely to return, among the reviews used for this analysis.
Many guests found the location central for exploring Whistler Village on foot. A few reviewers mentioned finding shopping and restaurants nearby.
Many reviewers described their rooms as well-equipped with amenities, including well-stocked kitchens and in-suite washers and dryers. One guest said that she felt at home immediately. Several guests thought that their rooms were well-appointed, generally comfortable and clean. However, a couple of reviewers felt the opposite and expressed concerns about the cleanliness of their rooms (more details below).
A couple of guests praised the views of the mountains from their rooms, while a couple of other reviewers appreciated the fast and reliable free Wi-Fi service.
The Bad
There were a couple of common concerns found for this property, among the reviews sourced for this editorial. Several guests complained about noise disturbances from people leaving the bars early in the morning. A couple of guests said that the noise was loud enough to disrupt their sleep, while one reviewer described the noise as "drunks making a rukus".
A couple of reviewers said that their units did not meet their cleanliness expectations and one guest described her room as dirty and dusty.
Expedia.ca gave this hotel an average score of 3 out of 5, with 43% of 7 guests recommending the property.
TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #18 out of 60 speciality lodgings in Whistler, with an average score of 3.5 out of 5, from 49 reviews.
Booking.com gave this property an average score of 7.1 out of 10, based on 4 guest reviews.
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