5. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
Flanking the northern base of Blackcomb Mountain, The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler prides itself on its picturesque surroundings, upscale lodging and first-rate service. Previous visitors recommend booking a mountain-facing room. Although they’re pricier than other accommodations, these rooms come with cozy comforts such as designer bath products, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. You’ll also find an abundance of activities to choose from: Wintertime yields skiing and sleigh rides, while summer offers opportunities to hike and whitewater raft. And at any time of year, you can lounge along the heated outdoor pool, rejuvenate with a Canadian maple syrup and brown sugar scrub or enjoy wine tastings. In the evening, sip a cocktail at the on-site bar or sample prime slices of tenderloin at Sidecut Modern Steak + Bar (recent visitors mention that meals here are pricey, but worth every penny). Recent guests were thrilled with the exceptional service at this Four Seasons property, but thought the parking fees were a tad high.
6. The Hazelton Hotel Toronto
Enter one of the property’s 65 rooms or 12 luxury suites and you’ll experience what previous guests praise most about the Hazelton: ample space. Rooms here are an average size of 620 square feet and feature amenities such as Nespresso makers, Juliet or walkout balconies and flat-screen TVs. The expansive bathrooms also come complete with TVs as well as L’Occitane bath products and separate soaking tubs and rain showers. The amenities outside of the rooms are also top-notch. The hotel houses its own private screening theater with leather chair seating for 25 people, as well as a spa perfect for pampering yourself. When you get hungry, try the hotel’s ONE Restaurant that features dishes from celebrity chef Mark McEwan. ONE serves French and Italian cuisine that recent diners described as well-priced for the quality. Plus, Yorkville’s shopping and high-end dining options sit just outside the Hazelton’s doors. Part of The Leading Hotels of the World, the property participates in the Leaders Club loyalty program.
