Whistler travel guide
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You're Going to Love Whistler
With a population of 10,600, Whistler is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Whistler deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Whistler
Whistler Village North is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Whistler. These include popular favourites such as Hy's Steakhouse Whistler (4308 Main Street), The Brickworks (4308 Main St Unit 20) and Alta Bistro (104 - 4319 Main St). If you’re looking for affordable options, Araxi Restaurant & Oyster Bar (110 - 4222 Village Square) and 21 Steps Kitchen + Bar (10 - 4433 Sundial Place) are great picks.
When to visit Whistler
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whistler in August, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 192 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Whistler, with an average rainfall of 45 mm.
How to Get to Whistler
Plane
Although Whistler doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Vancouver Coal Harbour (CXH), which is located 57 miles from Whistler.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Whistler, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Whistler to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around €32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about €60 for a 7h 32m trip. The train station in Whistler is called Whistler Village, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Whistler is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 58 miles from Whistler. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whistler, including Rider Express, Amtrak and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Whistler takes 70 miles and will cost you around €51. From Seattle, the ticket costs about €93 for a journey of 165 miles. Whistler’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Whistler
Where to stay in Whistler
From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Whistler to great affordable options like the Whistler Cascade Lodge, Whistler offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €262 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Marquise and Hi Whistler - Hostel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Whistler, with prices from €9 to €2,224 per night. Whistler Village North is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Whistler are about 42% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Whistler
Most booked hotels in Whistler
Hiring a car in Whistler
Expect to pay €1.33 per litre in Whistler (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.96 and €21.28. The most frequently booked car type in Whistler is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 11% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.