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$99 Sale at Fairmont Chateau Whistler Starts Tomorrow

Where: 4599 Chateau Boulevard, Whistler , BC, Canada, V0N1B4

The last time we visited the Fairmont Chateau Whistler (a few weeks ago, in fact), the ultra-luxe slopeside retreat blew us away with its four-season killer views, 550 swanky rooms and nightly Fondue event. But the rates blew us away, too; they were running a steep $429 CAD on average. Bleh.

However! Good news: the hotel is celebrating its 20th year in '09, and to commemorate the occasion, those kind Canadian folks at Fairmont Chateau Whistler are offering 20 rooms every day for the remainder of 2009 at $99 and rezzies open up tomorrow (Wednesday).

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More Hotels to Explore in Whistler

Please don't think that the only hotels to stay in when you visit Whistler are the ones we talked about in our Whistler Hotel Guide. In fact, we found it hard to keep track of all the lodgings right in Whistler Village and we didn't even get around to all the lodgings outside the Village. Oh and don't forget apartment rentals too.

As always, where you want to stay depends on the budget you have, the scene you are looking for and if being close to the slopes is really important to you. We tried to address a little bit of everything in some of our hotel picks, listed after the jump.

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Budget-ish Accommodations at the Holiday Inn Whistler

Where: 4295 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC, Canada, V0N 1B4

This week, we've taken a trip to the Winter Wonderland that is Whistler in British Columbia, Canada. Aside from enjoying the snow, the mountains and the adorable Canadian accents, we've also been checking out the hotel scene. Every day we'll sum up a hotel in the Whistler Village for your edification. Remember this place will be jammed packed next year with guests as the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Any questions? Let us know.

Now that we've rounded up where Hugh Jackman stays in Whistler as well as the two slopeside hotels that don't come cheap (the Hilton and the Fairmont) we thought we would take a look at the more reasonably priced Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort.

The hotel is located at the edge of the village next to Blackcomb Way but it is still within manageable walking distance to the slopes, even in ski boots.

The hotel looks pleasant on the outside but on the inside the rooms are a bit of an eyesore. While they do all have kitchenettes and fireplaces they also sport some crazy patterns. If you don't believe us, check out the hotel's Flickr photoset. But a few photos from this hotel guest don't look too bad. It is a Holiday Inn after all.

The hotel has a fitness center on-site as well as secured ski locker area, a 24-hour front desk and room service on request.

An advance purchase rate of $204CAD was available for next weekend for a queen deluxe studio which has a double murphy bed as well. That's about $161 in US dollars. Not bad. However, this requires a full pre-payment and is totally nonrefundable. Regular rack rates begin at $239CAD or $189USD.

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The Fairmont Chateau For Slopeside Luxury

Where: 4599 Chateau Boulevard , Whistler, BC, Canada, V0N1B4

This week, we've taken a trip to the Winter Wonderland that is Whistler in British Columbia, Canada. Aside from enjoying the snow, the mountains and the adorable Canadian accents, we've also been checking out the hotel scene. Every day we'll sum up a hotel in the Whistler Village for your edification. Remember this place will be jammed packed next year with guests as the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Any questions? Let us know.

While the Hilton Whistler can certainly accommodate all your ski-in, ski-out needs, a more luxe slopeside experience can be found at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.

We've already drooled over the hotel's killer view and that wasn't even in the winter. When there's snow on the ground, it looks far more magical. Another magical view of the hotel can be seen from the mountains. So when your legs are about to tire out from skiing all day (in our case, one hour), just look at the Fairmont for some motivation to propel you downhill. Magical indeed.

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The Hilton Whistler Fits Your Ski-In, Ski-Out Requirements

Where: 4050 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC, Canada, V0N 1B4

This week, we've taken a trip to the Winter Wonderland that is Whistler in British Columbia, Canada. Aside from enjoying the snow, the mountains and the adorable Canadian accents, we've also been checking out the hotel scene. Every day we'll sum up a hotel in the Whistler Village for your edification. Remember this place will be jammed packed next year with guests as the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Any questions? Let us know.

There are actually quite a few hotels in Whistler Village, and we do mean right in Whistler Village. No shuttle required. So when The Hilton Whistler boasts about being steps from the Whistler Blackcomb chairlifts and gondolas, it ain't misbehaving in saying that.

Above all, you should stay here if being close to the slopes is important to you. It is truly ski-in, ski-out and there's even a ski butler in the lobby to help store your equipment when you're not using it.

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Hugh Jackman and Eric Bana Take the Family to Four Seasons Whistler

Where: 4591 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC, Canada, V0N 1B4

This week, we've taken a trip to the Winter Wonderland that is Whistler in British Columbia, Canada. Aside from enjoying the snow, the mountains and the adorable Canadian accents, we've also been checking out the hotel scene. Every day we'll sum up a hotel in the Whistler Village for your edification. Remember this place will be jammed packed next year with guests as the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Any questions? Let us know.

The Four Seasons Whistler is not quite a ski-in, ski-out hotel. There is a ski concierge located at the base of the Blackcomb mountain but you still have to walk a little bit (no more than 5 minutes, maybe 10 in ski boots) from the slopes to the hotel.

Then again, if you like to measure the value of a hotel based on its celebrity guests, look no further.

On Sunday night while the Golden Globes were taking place in Hollywood, Ozzie actors Eric Bana and Hugh Jackman were dining with their families at the hotel's Fifty Two 80 restaurant. Jackman, the 2009 Oscars host and 2008's Sexiest Man Alive, was casual in jeans and a blue zippered sweatered. Bana sported a similar casual outfit but instead with a beige sweater. Both had several hyperactive kids in tow.

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