The Best Way to Après Ski at Whistler Blackcomb

"Located at the back entrance of the Fairmont Chateau Whistler at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in Upper Village, this sprawling hotel lounge is treated as the town living room—guests kick off their ski boots and sink into fireside armchairs while local bands perform. A menu of hearty, locally sourced dishes like burgers and short rib poutine makes it easy to turn après into an early dinner, and the lounge highlights a signature Blackcomb Mountain Gin made with Pemberton Valley hops, cedar tips, and juniper berries (in collaboration with Montis) that stars in the citrusy Northern Soul cocktail." - Jen Murphy