Whistler Blackcomb Reviews: 4.28/5 from 600+ Verified Skiers | Snomad
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Whistler Blackcomb Reviews & Ratings

How Skiers Rate Whistler Blackcomb

Overall Rating
4.28
Value for Money
3.31
Quiet Slopes
3.40
Après-Ski
4.26
Accommodation Options
4.24
Family Friendliness
4.41
Groomed Runs
4.38
Powder Zones
4.32
Tree Runs
4.44
Mogul Fields
3.86
Off-Piste
4.46
Snow Parks
4.18
Lift Efficiency
4.04
Eating Out
4.33
Ski School Quality
4.42
Beginners
4.15
Intermediates
4.34
Advanced
4.28
Experts
4.26
Snowboarders
4.29

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What Skiers Say About Whistler Blackcomb

Whistler Blackcomb attracts skiers and snowboarders across all ability levels, from beginners to experts. Reviewers consistently praise the massive skiable terrain across two mountains, the variety of runs including off-piste and tree skiing, and the efficient lift system connecting Whistler and Blackcomb via the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Snow conditions are frequently mentioned as variable, with several users noting rain at lower elevations, icy patches, and inconsistent coverage depending on the season. The resort is repeatedly described as expensive, with high costs for lift tickets, accommodation, food, and dining both on and off the mountain. Lift queues, particularly on weekends and peak times, are a common complaint, with waits of 20-40 minutes reported at busy periods.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • massive terrain variety
  • off-piste opportunities
  • tree runs
  • lift efficiency
  • après-ski options
  • mountain views
  • high costs
  • lift queues
  • variable snow conditions
  • expensive food
  • weekend crowds
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Great runs and off hill atmosphere but the lines can get crazy and the price has gotten quite pricey over the past couple years
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Awesome place - two great mountains in one - plenty of ways to get up the mountain. Good range of food options up top. We were very unfortunate with the weather as it was unseasonably mild but still had a ball. Its like Disneyland on snow. The drive up from Vancouver is special too. Very friendly resort with loads of bars and restaurant choice.
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Ir is hard ro rate this ski hill fairly because the snow was really bad when we went. It felt like an ice rink going down most runs and some weren't even open. And this was in February... anyways if I were to assume better snow conditions whistler would be amazing, over four days we didn't run out of runs to try, and the lifts were great. I wouldn't go on a weekend tho cause the lifts were starting to get way busier on the Friday already.
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Whistler/Blackcomb ski resort has variety of terrains for everyone - beginners, intermediate & advanced. The resort is very scenic & beautiful, and staff are friendly & helpful. I am a beginner skier so I value these, and makes me comfortable & enjoy my runs.
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I have been skiing for 50+ years and have visited many ski resorts.
Whistler can be intimidating because of the size but no need to freak.
Just get out and explore they have snow hosts or guides if you want to max out your time on the hill.
Great food and accommodations like most things now yes its expensive but you can do it on the cheap if needed
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Super expensive, but world class. Love the student pass, grateful to be close to this hill. Lines are super long on weekends and holidays. If you can, go at off peak times!! Especially love Symphony chair.
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A fun resort, with lots of terrain. Quite busy, on the weekend and holidays. Best to visit during the week if possible. Buy an edge pass to save on lift tickets as they are very expensive. Quite a few options for food in the village, fancy and budget.
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Very very fun ski resort. Huge amount if terrain as well as restaurant and bars. We had an insane amount of snow during our trip as well.
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Beautiful large resort - both the mountain and the village. Probably one of the best in North America. Lots of pros. Cons: everything is expensive, long lines
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A spectacular time! Probably the best ski hill(s) in North America! In Canada for sure. It isn't cheap though ( but nor is skiing/snowboarding in general ). A lift ticket can cost $784.00 CD. They are a great set of mountains.
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The accommodation options were great and accessible to hill was amazing(the resort was on hill). There were many workers to offer help ie directions. Vast amount of runs was there for days but saw less then half of the beautiful mountain. The apres was fun and right at bottom of hill. Prices for flights was a bit expensive but accommodation and buses to the resort from airport were very reasonable. Views were stunning when the days were clear , the runs at the very top were a little stressful as cliffs were marked with a little sign and no fence. All and all I would say an amazing place and would definitely go again on future.
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Best ski resort in North America, go before Christmas break and no lines,
Full of Australian working and party there, runs so long u prob won't do full thing without break
Great hotels all close to mountain,
Everything u need in one place
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Resort is amazing, tones of runs, both peaks have breath taking views, party are insane, gondolas everywhere, food at the peaks, craziest resort I been to
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Nothing but the best! Always love hitting up whistler. Great town, so many options for dining nightlife shopping and stays as well as the world class mountains.
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Up there with the best, something for everyone including incredible powder, tree runs and bowls. Can be insanely busy on a pow day and long queues which is the only downside
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Whistler Blackcomb has amazing terrain that is easy to access. if you can beat traffic or get a cheap room and its a snow day , then whistler cannot be beat. The terrain Is amazing. There is something for every level between both mountains and if one lift is busy, you can usually find one that isnt, or the line moves fast enough that its not a big deal. A single run on whistler can take 20 minutes so you are usually spending more time on the run than in the lift line. Whistler is best for green and black runs. Blackcomb is better for blue and blacks. Snowboarders will prefer blackcomb as there are less roads going uphill.

if youre not finding what you want you can always take the peak to peak to switch between mountains.

The biggest problem with whistler blackcomb is the traffic and the road. Theres one road into town and it backs up frequently. Lodging in town is quite expensive but you can occasionally get a deal. Apres and restaurants seemed expensive last time I looked so finding a place with a kitchen if you are staying over is a must.

The best mints to visit are late January through march. But theres usually one of the mountains open till may
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Awesome slopes, been skiing there since I was 3 and have never had a bad season. Recently though the lines for the lifts have been getting really long and there is a long waiting time. But it is still my favourite ski resort, and I the double back diamond runs are sick! Seven Heaven in my favourite. And for lunch, as I child I always had Alfredo pasta on the mountain! Such good memories and cant wait to go there again!! It has been a while
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Whistler is an amazing resort! Absolutely massive, loads of diversity in the runs and the views are insane. One of the best in the world for sure!
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Genuinely one of the best experiences Ive ever had. The hills are beautiful the accommodation is beautiful and the food you guesses its beautiful
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Amazing place to go for all abilities, lots of lesson availability for all levels too. Great apres and well looked after runs
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