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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 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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Adara to Be Different

Where: 4122 Village Green, Whistler, BC, Canada, V0N 1B4

Those crazy neighbors of ours. Canada prounces the phrase boutique hotel as "hotel boutique."

And in the ski resort town of Whistler, The Adara Hotel Boutique has opened up.

The Canadian paper, The Globe and Mail, has gone into the hotel which opened late last month and this is what they found:

·In the lobby: Bright red doors, a stone fireplace, a funky, bird-cage chair, two curvy banquettes, resin antlers on the wall of mirrors, and a bar without a liquor license. At least for now.

· Rooms:There are 41 rooms total ranging from queen studio to a two-bedroom loft suite with private terraces facing the mountains. Faux-mink wraps are tossed on the bed and fireplaces built into custom-designed cabinets.

· Amenities: high-speed Internet access, an iHome Clock Radio and stereo with an iPod docking station and a fully stocked bar fridge with San Pellegrino.

Another random fact: Sir Paul McCartney and Teri Hatcher got gift certificates to the hotel as part of the swag bag for this year's Grammy Awards.

However, despite the buzz of this place, there is still no spa, fitness cetner, bar, self-contained restaurant and the pool is yet to be opened. With prices as high as a Four Seasons resort, it may not be the most economical of choices.

Related Stories:
· Don't Forget About Whistlers Newest Hotel [HotelChatter]
· Adara Hotel, Whistler [Globe and Mail]
· Adara reviews [TripAdvisor]

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Four Seasons Whistler Opens With Androids?

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

The Four Seasons Whistler is now open for business.  Located at the base of Blackcomb mountain, there is no doubt this property has a prime location, and more than likely primo service, but what is up with those androids in the photo?

Does the Six Million Dollar Man serve drinks to cyborg guests at the Four Seasons Whistler?  

According to the Four Seasons:

The Concierge can even arrange bear watching tours with a local bear researcher for a Canadian summer wilderness experience to be remembered.

So maybe these Whistler/Blackcomb area androids can do absolutely anything.