lists: Biggest destination resorts in B.C. in 2013
Biggest destination resorts in B.C. in 2013
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RANKED BY | Number of rooms in 2013
| Rank '13 | Resort | Amenities | Year founded | Peak season room rates | No. guest beds '13 | No. guest rooms '13 |
| 1 | Tourism Whistler/Resort Municipality of Whistler/Whistler Blackcomb1 www.tourismwhistler.com www.whistler.com www.whistlerblackcomb.com | Whistler-Blackcomb Ski Resort, Whistler Village, mountain biking, ziplining, wildlife tours, river rafting, horseback riding, four championship golf courses, summer and winter sightseeing, shopping, dining, Peak 2 Peak Gondola, outdoor skating | 19752 | NP | 31,860 | 15,880 |
| 2 | Big White Ski Resort www.bigwhite.com | A 118 market runs fanning from the summit, 2,565 acres of skiable terrain and 16 lifts, explore snow covered hills by snowmobile, explore backcountry on cross country skis and snowshoes, sleigh ride through the wilderness or mush behind a husky on a dog sleigh ride. We have a one of a kind ice climbing tower and North Americas highest elevation Ice skating+hockey down in Happy Valley. | 1963 | NP | 17,500 | 2,250 |
| 3 | Sun Peaks Resort www.sunpeaksresort.com | 3,678 acres of downhill alpine skiing - nordic skiing - snowmobile, dogsled and snowshoe tours - village shopping - sports centre - 18-hole golf course - lift-accessed downhill and cross country biking & hiking - canoeing - horseback riding - fishing - festivals and events | 1992 | NP | 7,000 | 2,000 |
| 4 | Silver Star Mountain Resort www.skisilverstar.com | Ski resort with 115 downhill runs, nordic resort with over 100km of nordic trails. Summer downhill mountain bike resort, hiking trails and horse back riding. Various golf resorts within 30 km of the resort. | 1957 | NP | 6,2003 | 1,5003 |
| 5 | Panorama Mountain Village www.panoramaresort.com | A 120-run ski resort, local village, Greywolf Golf Course | 1962 | $99 to $799 per night | NP | 810 |
| 6 | Hudson Bay Mountain www.hudsonbaymountain.com | In Smithers, golf, alpine skiing, boarding, #3 in North America fishing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, white water rafting, back country skiing, mountain biking | 19604 | NP | NP | 650 |
| 6 | Mount Washington Alpine Resort www.mountwashington.ca www.discovermountwashington.com | Mount Washington Alpine Resort | 1979 | NP | 4,500 | 650 |
| 8 | Tourism Harrison Hot Springs www.tourismharrison.com | Harrison Lake recreational activities such as boating, guided fishing, hiking, Circle farm tours, Spa facilties | 2007 | NP | NP | 600 |
| 9 | Delta Grand Okanagan Resort & Conference Centre www.deltagrandokanagan.com | Spa at the Grand, Grand Bay Cafe, Vines Lounge, Lake City Casino, area wineries, golf courses, Okanagan wine festivals, eco-tours, adventure tours | 1992 | $199 | 390 | 390 |
| 10 | Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa www.harrisonresort.com | Five hot spring pools, 3 restaurants, Healing Springs Spa, Resort Marina with boat rentals, fishing charters, three area golf courses, adventure tours, Harrison Festival of the Arts, Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Festival, Agassiz Fall Fair, Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival | 1926 | $169 - $299 | 557 | 337 |
| 11 | Kicking Horse Mountain Resort www.kickinghorseresort.com | Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, heli skiing, tube park, mountain biking, wildlife education, dining, shopping, White Water Rafting | 2000 | NP | NP | 2505 |
| 12 | Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa www.spiritridge.ca | Mica Restaurant at Spirit Ridge, deli/market, full-service spa, meeting space for 350, 2 pool, 2 hot tubs, steam room, and waterslide, 9-hole golf course, NK'MIP Cellars winery, fitness centre, NK'MIP Desert cultural centre, boat, bike and water sport rentals, pet friendly | 2005 | NP | NP | 226 |
| 13 | Penticton Lakeside Resort, Convention Centre & Casino www.pentictonlakesideresort.com | Apex Ski Resort, Penticton Golf & Country Club, premier golf courses all within a 30-minute drive, Skaha Rock climbing, on-site boat and seadoo rentals, parasailing | 1982 | $170.00 - $415.00 | 357 | 203 |
| 14 | Three Valley Lake Chateau www.3valley.com | Lakefront resort, 3 Valley Gap Heritage Ghost Town | 1960 | NP | NP | 180 |
| 15 | The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa www.bearmountain.ca | 156 Room Westin Hotel rated 4 diamond, 5 star. Two championship Nicklaus Design golf courses, three restaurants including wine cellar, 12 treatment room spa. A 10,000 sq.ft. athletic club with outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis courts. Hiking on Mt. Finlayson, Goldstream Provincial Park nearby, mountain bikes available. | 2004 | $359 - $429 | 239 | 156 |
| 16 | Fairmont Hot Springs Resort www.fairmonthotsprings.com | Natural mineral hot springs; 45 holes of golf including two championship courses, with clubhouse dining and two golf shops; airport,;RV Park; poolside shop featuring Western CanadaÂÂÂ's largest swimsuit selection; family ski area with chalet, dining and lounge; BC Rockies Adventures tour service; a full-service spa and wellness centre; gourmet restaurant and lounge; and conference and catering facilities for 300 people | 1965 | NP | NP | 144 |
| 17 | Lake Okanagan Resort www.lakeokanagan.com | Resort amenities include: - Par 3, 9-hole golf course - Two lit tennis courts - Outdoor swimming pools - Indoor & outdoor hot tubs - Saunas - Beyond Wrapture Day Spa - Full-service marina - Vantage Pointe Clubhouse- includes restaurants and lounge - Vantage Pointe Cantina- fully-licensed beach restaurant/bar - Summer Kid's Camp - Sandy beach with trampoline water park - Meeting & banquet facilities - Sport's Court - Extensive hiking & riding trail system (ATVs/Dirtbikes welcome) - Resort Store & Pro Shop Nearby amenities include: - Some of the region's best wineries including Mission Hill & Quail's Gate - Fintry High Farm Horseback Riding - Bear Creek Provincial Park- campground & hiking system - Fintry Provincial Park- campground & hiking system - Championship golf courses - 20 minutes from downtown Kelowna | 2010 (new ownership) | $219-$379 | NP | 125 |
| 17 | St Eugene Golf Resort & Casino www.steugene.ca | On-site 18-hole golf course, Casino of the Rockies, four restaurants, nearby: Kimberley Ski Resort, Fernie Ski Resort, Fort Steele heritage town, Canadian Museum of Rail Travel | 2000 | NP | NP | 125 |
| 19 | Predator Ridge Resort www.predatorridge.com | 1991 | $159-$179 | NP | 121 | |
| 20 | Walnut Beach Resort www.walnutbeachresort.com | Heated outdoor pool and hot tubs, private licensed beach, boat docks, complimentary barbecues, secure underground parking, wine bar, conference facilities for up to 150 people | 2008 | 259 - 699 | 259 | 112 |