Seven Ski & Spa Destinations You Need To Visit This Season.
February 05 2025,
Powder hounds and relaxation enthusiasts unite! British Columbia’s mountains beckon this time of year, offering the promise of fresh powder mornings and sensational spa afternoons. We’ve rounded up seven places worthy of a retreat this season, providing you all the inspiration you need to get out – just don’t forget to wax your skis.
Whistler
Ski: To any seasoned skier, the crown jewel of British Columbia’s mountain resorts needs no introduction. Whistler Blackcomb – the largest ski resort in North America, offers unparalleled mountain scenery and world-class lines to shred, with village amenities for après that are second-to-none. If this resort has eluded your bucket list, best add it to the top of your hit-list this season.
Spa: Tend to your muscles after a day of world-class skiing with a spa day at Four Seasons Resort Whistler – a true touch of luxury at the base of Blackcomb Mountain. Embrace the natural beauty of this mountain paradise in full with their heated outdoor pool and cedar sauna, plus a full suite of award-winning spa packages that are sure to delight the senses and rejuvenate your body.
Vancouver Island
Ski: Set your watch to Island time and experience the 1588m vertical of Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Don’t let the tame winter environment of the coastline fool you, the Comox Valley's alpine accumulates endless lap-worthy powder, with ocean views unlike any other.
Spa: In nearby Parksville, The Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort is a lavish wellness destination that puts emphasis on slowing down and soaking up lush comforts. Take in a breadth of solace with their two-hour, free-flow wellness retreat, featuring indoor pools, cedar barrel saunas, outdoor showers and more.
Kelowna
Ski: Skiing with the family? Big White Ski Resort might just be your new favourite mountain. The resort community is an hour from the City of Kelowna and offers the benefit of a full ski-in, ski-out village experience.
Spa: After a day on the hill, visit the Spa at Stonebridge and experience ultimate relaxation on the mountain. With treatments crafted using the Okanagan Valley’s best local and organic product lines, no visit to Big White is complete without a stop in at Stonebridge.
Revelstoke
Ski: This not-so-sleepy mountain town truly delivers on the “stoke,” as Revelstoke Mountain Resort turns the dial up to new levels. A preference for many skiers over busier Rocky Mountain resorts, Revy’s 1,713m vertical makes for unforgettable terrain that’s as technical or easy going as you’d like!
Spa: Your doorway to relaxation in Revelstoke opens at the base of the mountain. Sointula Massage & Day Spa, located within The Sutton Place Hotel Revelstoke, is a sanctuary of restoration with a number of soothing services, including deep tissue massages, esthetics, manicures, pedicures and more.
Golden
Ski: Known as the “Champagne Powder Capital of Canada,” Golden’s Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is another paradise of the Canadian Rockies known for high-altitude fun. With stunning views of nearby ranges, a base-to-summit gondola and deep ridges and bowls that keep the mountain fresh, it’s no wonder why Kicking Horse earns its acclaim.
Spa: You need not travel far in Golden to find relaxation. In fact, you don’t have to travel at all! The Purcell Wellness Mobile Massage is a unique service that brings a variety of massage treatments to you. Whether you’re in an AirBnB, staying at the resort or even with friends, practitioner Kristina Kotila will bring the comfort of a spa day right to you.
Nelson
Ski: Travel further afield to the stoic Kootenay mountains, home to not only some of BC’s oldest ski resorts but some of the most technical alpine terrain. Whitewater Ski Resort is one such destination and offers a truly natural experience, with “no cell service, wifi or snowmaking.” How’s that for a winter getaway!
Spa: Hot springs are the quintessential avenue for R&R in the Kootenay region, with Ainsworth Hot Springs providing rejuvenation just east of the Selkirks. In addition to the resort’s calming hot springs, their Spirit Water Spa offers an immersive and luxurious experience, with ample treatments to complement a dip in the pools.
Fernie
Ski: Still widely regarded as a hidden gem in BC’s Rocky Mountains, Fernie Alpine Resort is a signature skiing destination and foil to more popular (and crowded) resorts in British Columbia. Home to Polar Peak and five distinct bowls; Cedar, Siberia, Lizard, Currie and Timber – Fernie shouldn’t be slept on if you’re searching for endless thrill on the mountain this season.
Spa: Step into a sanctuary of luxurious rejuvenation at Lizard Creek Lodge’s Névé Day Spa. Bask in the many treatments Névé offers, including indulgent facials, relaxing massages, full-body treatments and even a half-day package!
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