Whistler Lodge Hostel

Very cool and ultra chill front desk staff but majority of folks staying here work in town/ at the hostel and they definitely form groups naturally amongst themselves so it’s not the best place to meet travellers. That being said, huge kitchen, spacious parking, fast wifi, comfy beds with individual lights and small lockable storage box, lofty common areas with some semi-private areas you could chill to yourself (probably the coolest quirk about this place), and plenty of patio space. Dorm areas are a 24/7 dead quiet zone, there was a window in my dorm but it was also closed 24/7 so at night it was straight silent. Because of this setting an alarm was tricky for me, I definitely do not wake up at first ring but if you snooze it a few times you will be told to shut up. There were 3 bathroom stalls and 2 showers for women, this could mean a small wait during peak hours but facilities were clean. Lots of stairs and it was a trip to go from your lockers where you store your luggage to your bed (not allowed by your bedside to make space) so it’s wise to keep a bag of clothes/toiletries on their own by your bed. Upper bunks are way more spacious than lower bunks. Overall this place definitely lives up to the name of being a lodge!

Cozy chill space with friendly and helpful staff. Clean and safe in my experience. Well organized so everyone gets their space in the fridge and the kitchen. Nice balcony and patio, seemed to have a nice working bbq as well. Most of the people were staying there long term or the staff. Will come back for sure!

In many ways, this is the best hostel in Whistler, but it does have some shortcomings. This review is for a stay we had in March 2025. I love how it's nestled in the forest right on Whistler mountain. The dorm beds are spacious and the hostel's policy of complete quiet in the dorms does lend itself to a better sleeping experience (provided guests follow the rules). The drying room for thermals and boots in each dorm is so nice to have. The kitchen is spacious, clean, and well-stocked with cookware. There are ample places to relax or eat, including a quieter area for study/work (the storage lockers are also huge). They have a dedicated shed for waxing skis and snowboards which is luxurious compared to some other hostels around. The aesthetic of the entire place is also just perfect, you really feel like you're having a proper mountain getaway in a cabin. I can't forget about the staff either who were always friendly and willing to help. I don't love how small the bathrooms are given the number of guests. The men's side has TWO toilets, sinks, and showers, plus one urinal. Due to the sheer volume of traffic it receives and poor ventilation, you can expect consistent humidity and overcrowding (like, dripping from the ceiling humidity). The women's side may be better. Skiiers may also find the walk to the gondola to be challenging and exhausting in their boots. While it's true the Creekside ski-out is only a 10-minute walk away, you will be walking up and down somewhat steep foothills on pavement that's often slippery. For snowboarders, there is really no better location in this price range. I didn't love how the luggage storage lockers are in the loft while the dorms are in the basement. Prepare to sleep with some clothes at the foot of your bed or you'll have to walk up two flights of stairs to get at your stuff.

Hostel with a cabin charm. The location is decent; walking distance to the Creekside Gondola and a short bus ride to the main Whistler Village. Not a super social vibe, most of the people staying here seemed to be workers living in the hostel. Good for a quiet night but not really a place to meet people. The staff were super friendly and helpful with recommendations. One thing I really didn’t like was that none of the rooms have doors. I always book female only rooms for safety reasons, but if your room is accessible to anyone staying in the hostel then that kind of defeats the purpose.

Whistler Lodge has a lot of rustic charm and is surrounded by beautiful scenery, which gives it a cozy, cabin-like feel. However, the cleanliness left a lot to be desired. The space could really benefit from a deep clean and better upkeep. While the atmosphere is nice, it’s hard to fully enjoy it when the basic standards of cleanliness aren’t met

Absolutely terrible experience. This motel refused to provide even the most basic necessities like potable drinking water. The rooms were dirty and clearly not cleaned before our stay. When I raised these concerns, Courtney, who claims to be the assistant manager, was extremely rude and dismissive, telling us “it is what it is” and that nothing would change.

We had the private room (156$ in the summer) and it was a great stay in a cute little room. Could sleep 3, the room contains a bunk bed with the bottom as a double bed, short walk to the bathrooms. You get fridge space, freezer access, kitchen access, pantry bin, wifi, paid laundry (I think, we didn’t use), separate male and female washrooms, large 24/7 dining room and lounge area, workspace and more.

Great hostel to stay at with comfortable beds, stocked kitchen, easy access to Creekside Gondola. Staff are very nice and helpful. Other guests are friendly and respectful. I’d recommend staying here if you’re looking for affordable lodging in Whistler