Scout loves
- The cool urban vibe in the lobby area.
- The friendly and down-to-earth service.
- The peace and quiet that comes from the hotel’s location – which is slightly removed, but still not too far from everything you need.
- You can show off your skills to the world by borrowing a complimentary GoPro camera for a couple of hours.
Scout tips
- For only a little bit extra you can upgrade to a superior room on a higher floor – offering vaulted ceilings, more space and better views.
- Hot tub has some great mountain views.
- The hotel provides an on-call shuttle service if you need it.
- Ski rentals on site and heli-ski meeting place is next door.
SCOUT REVIEW
Although the Aava Hotel is slightly removed from all the action in Whistler, this is actually one of its main strengths – ensuring you’re away from all the noise and thus able to get a good night’s rest. For a ski resort renowned for being a party town, this is a priceless asset! Plus, it’s really not all that far away – only a short walk from everything the village has to offer.
Despite its quieter location, the Aava still has a young, happening vibe. The hotel has a smart lobby area, several lounge areas, and super cool hanging chairs (the perfect spot to read). The Aava also has many of the luxuries of the higher-end hotels, but at mid-range rates. There’s a small (but adequate) gym, hot tub and heated pool, sauna and ski concierge service – which all help to make your stay easier and more comfortable.
The rooms, however, are more reflective of the mid-range price bracket. They’re small and fairly basic with no kitchen facilities (except for the two bedroom suite), and offer just enough storage room for all your stuff. Scout recommends upgrading to the Superior rooms which have lovely vaulted ceilings – creating more space and offering better views of the surrounding mountains. They also have a few nice touches such as Keurig coffee machines, bathrobes and Aveda products. Many rooms can be interconnected opening up the possibility of larger suites for families - these have a smart layout, with a full kitchen, lounge and fireplace in between two deluxe rooms. Ideal for a shorter stay with the family in Whistler. Most rooms were renovated in recent years, so they offer fresh and contemporary mountain decor.
Aava Hotel is the perfect option for couples and small families who seek great amenities, fantastic service, and easy access to the Whistler Village.
Who should stay here
The Aava Whistler hotel would suit a younger crowd who don’t want to be in a mountain lodge style hotel and who want a convenient yet peaceful location.
Location
Aava Hotel is located down the ski-lift end of Whistler village, a little bit separate from the action. It’s next to the golf course and driving range (which is closed in winter) and is about a seven minute walk in ski boots to the lifts. All of the village’s restaurants, bars and shops are within walking distance.
Find a great map of the Whistler Village area and location of the Aava Whistler here. Aava is the red building 8.
- <10 min walk to lifts
About Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler is spectacular in many ways. Whether it’s the two gigantic mountains delivering more than 8000ac (3237ha) of skiing, the jaw-dropping scenery, a village life that puts most major cities to shame or terrain that is steep enough to give even the most extreme skiers an adrenaline rush, you will never be short of being amazed at Whistler. Long the favorite of skiers everywhere, Whistler became even more famous when it hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics and showed itself off to the world. Whether you’re a family of beginners or training to be an instructor, anyone will have a blast at Whistler.
Read more about Whistler Blackcomb and other hotels in the area.
Hotel Amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- concierge desk
- dry cleaning/laundry service
- elevator/lift
- fireplace in lobby
- fitness facilities
- free wi-fi
- in-room accessibility
- laundry facilities
- luggage storage
- patio
- pets allowed
- porter/bellhop
- roll-in shower
- sauna
- self parking (surcharge)
- ski storage
- smoke-free property
- spa tub
- swimming pool - outdoor
- television in lobby
Hotel Policies
- You must present a photo ID when checking in.
- Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.
- Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival.
- The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking.
- Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed
Deals & Packages
Thank you for your inquiry. A copy has been emailed to you. We will scout out availability and rates for your selected properties and get back to you as soon as possible with an answer.
There are currently no pre-set packages at Aava Whistler. To create your own package use the Room Selection booking process and one of our agents will get back to you to confirm availability and add your extras
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Scout Booking Terms & Conditions
- Availability: Booking of all packages & accommodation is subject to availability at time of confirmation of package option by customer.
- Rate includes: All associated taxes. Some hotels charge extra fees for parking, cots, rollaways etc. Such fees can be confirmed on request based on your requirements.
- Payment Schedule:
- Deposit: 25% of the full amount is due WITHIN 7 DAYS OF CONFIRMATION to secure the booking.
- Final Balance: Invoice will be issued for the remaining balance 80 days prior to departure. PAYMENT IS DUE 70 DAYS PRIOR to departure. Failure to pay by 70 days may result in the auto-cancellation of accommodation by the accommodation provider or late payment fees.
- Bookings within 70 days: Full payment is required within 7 days to secure the booking.
- Variations: In some circumstances suppliers may have different payment policies to the above. Additionally some Early Bird deals require full payment by or soon after the book-by date. In these instances Scout will clearly communicate any variances prior to confirmation.
- Cancellation Policy:
- All deposits are non-refundable once received.
- For balance payments made within 70-45 days prior to the trip the deposit amount is non-refundable.
- No refund for total amount for cancellations 45 days or less prior to arrival and no-shows. In unexpected, unfortunate circumstances (family death etc) Scout will work to negotiate with the supplier for a full or partial refund, however this is not guaranteed. We recommend taking travel insurance to make sure you are covered. Cancelling due to weather, missed travel connections or lack of snow is not considered an unexpected circumstance and is one of the risks you must wear as part of taking a ski trip. Unless the supplier has a snow guarantee or weather cancellation policy, Scout will not refund any part of the package due to these factors.
- Variations: Please note that some hotels may have stricter policies (such as no refund within 60 days) and we are required to pass on these policies. We will communicate any varations to the above cancellation policy prior to confirmation of booking.
- Changes Policy:
- Once bookings are confirmed and deposit is paid service fees will apply for every amendment to existing elements, late final payment and travel document re-issue in addition to fees charged by suppliers
- In a few instances we purchase products through third party providers. If you change part of your package whilst at a destination, the 3rd party provider may have a different refund policy to that of the supplier in the destination. Wherever possible we will work to recover any refunds that come from a change at the destination, however it is not guaranteed.
- Surcharges: Scout does not charge any additional fees for the booking. Prices quoted are for cash (bank transfer) payments only. Credit card payments (Amex, Visa or Mastercard only) will be subject to 1.8% surcharge.
- Booking Currency: Scout will quote and charge in one currency of your choice from AUD, USD, CAD, JPY, EUR or GBP only.
- Currency Exchange Policy: If you book an international destination all remaining balances are subject to change (based on currency fluctuations) until the final payment has been processed. This can go either way (if your currency gets stronger you will be invoiced less!). We will confirm at the time of invoice what the final amount is, based on the exchange rate at that time. Should you wish to pay the balance earlier (prior to when it’s actually due) to secure that current exchange rate you are welcome to request the final invoice at any time. Once payments have been made (deposit or final balance), no refunds will be given for changes in the amount of what that payment would be, based on currency changes at any time prior to your trip.
- Travel Insurance: Once your booking is confirmed, we strongly recommend taking out travel insurance as it will often cover the cost of cancelled reservations.
For any questions regarding booking terms & conditions please email: inquries@scoutski.com
Available: This selection is currently available for this price. Once you submit an inquiry our agents will confirm your booking via email and send you an invoice for a deposit. You will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking.
On Request: Our agents need to confirm availability of this room. Once you submit a request we will endeavour to get back to you by the next business day to confirm availability (some properties may take longer). If prices are listed they are the exact prices for your dates, room selection and room occupancy. Where prices are not listed we will confirm the price when we confirm availability. In either instance, you are not committed to your selection until after we confirm availability and price. Once you agree to that confirmation, you will be sent an invoice and will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking. If your requested room is not available, we will present alternative options.
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