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Updated January 2024
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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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Herbie
intermediate skier ⛷️
Jan, 25 2024
Whistler Ski Resort's pristine powder is a dream for snow seekers, yet its popularity means it gets skied quickly. The vibrant village boasts lively bars, but the repetitive music might leave some yearning for variety. The expansive skiing terrain caters to all, but the crowds can be overwhelming. For seasonal workers, navigating the scarcity of accommodation adds a challenge to the overall experience. Despite these nuances, Whistler remains a top-tier destination, blending exhilarating slopes with a bustling atmosphere, creating an unforgettable winter adventure.
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Tom
intermediate skier ⛷️
Jan, 25 2024
Not great that a large amount of the runs are not pisted daily I think this is to save money. other than that a great resort
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Nalini
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 24 2024
Love whistler blackcomb! I have lived here and worked here the past two year and to say it has been a life altering experience is just a little bit of how much I love it. I moved from Australia to ski some proper Canadian powder and I dont think I could ever go back!! Whistler has such good opportunities to improve aswell being that there are two mountains to ski on! Love Whistler so much and Im thankful to have made it my home :)
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Emily
advanced snowboarder 🏂
Jan, 24 2024
Had an absolutely amazing week at Whistler. Went on a week where there was fresh pow. Did full day group lessons with the ski school and the instructors took us to untouched pow and amazing runs Id never find myself. Theres so much terrain when the snows good. Also met amazing friends through the ski school and my accomodation.
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Cameron
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 24 2024
A great resort but if you happen to be on holiday there on a pow day then you will miss half a day of skiing and have basically wasted paying for the days pass due to the queues getting up the mountain
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Oliver
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 23 2024
Sooooo expensive. But lots of fun :) People say the lines are a big problem but i have yet to notice this
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Kenneth
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 23 2024
The snow is SUPER sticky. Most groomed runs I encountered are family zones, but I dont think I explored enough. This is the biggest ski resort Ive been to with TWO mountains that you can ski. Backcountry wise it is definitely very impressive. The views are of other peaks all around you, very beautiful. Accommodation is very expensive unless you know someone with a place and lift tickets are atrociously priced at 270-300 dollars?? The mountain is so beautiful and the runs too but NO MOUNTAIN IS WORTH 300 dollars for DAY skiing only. Youre spending $37.50 an hour to ski here for up to 8 hours max in a day before lifts close. Value=terrible but mountain is one of the best youll get in North America.
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Eric
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 23 2024
I love skiing at whistler. Its not only because it was the first resort that I skied at, and it has the most variety of terrain and features some of the best terrain parks in the world! But what I love the most is definitely the powder days, its something that I think we all love. So I hope you get a chance to enjoy too.
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Haoran
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 22 2024
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Jay
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 22 2024
I prefer ski towns to ski resorts and Whistler is definitely a resort. Someone called it the Apple of ski resorts. I couldn't think of a better description. It's like Disneyland, you should once just to see but there way better ski areas out there.
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Ian Gu
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 22 2024
One of my all time favorite resorts, super crowded with tourists and people from lower mainland on pow days, but the mountain is so big if you know where to look there is always stashes to be found! Lift accessed backcountry is probably the best part of the resort experience, spend a day out in the backcountry to cruise back into the village on groomers for Apres
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Jack
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 22 2024
It is one of the best ski resort for a reason! Epic terrain, massive mountains, good mixes of different types of runs. The only problem is since it is a tourist destination everything is VERY VERY VERY expensive.
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Elliott
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 21 2024
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Euan
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 21 2024
Theres always good places to ski at whistler, no matter the time of year in the season, and I learnt to ski through the whistler blackcomb whistler kids scheme and it always brought great memories. Now whenever I go there its a highlight. The only downside to it is how overpriced it all is.
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Kathryn
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 21 2024
Great ski resort for anyone of any ability. Ski school for any age is legendary. Options for dining down the mountain are endless. On mountain dining is average and expensive and crowded during peak times. Great to be able to ski 2 mountains effortlessly in a day.
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Louis
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 21 2024
Doing a season in WB and safe to say its an extremely vast and fun mountain range to ski on. Stuff to discover everyday
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Sally
intermediate skier ⛷️
Jan, 21 2024
This was one of the best resorts I have been to and I have been to many in Europe, the runs on these mountains are so quiet and not super busy (except Saturday would become busy) the village itself was very good with plenty of food places to eat and loads of shops to look around! We stayed at the Listel hotel which was also a very nice hotel to stay at and the location was close to two main gondolas which took you up with whistler and blackcomb! I would definitely ski in this resort again!
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Paula
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 21 2024
Whistler is a great resort in terms of terrain. The quality of the resort business has decreased significantly since Vail corporation purchased the mountain. Nonetheless, there are unreal runs for any level, a very accessible backcountry, and a good amount of snowfall later in the season.
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Matthew
intermediate skier ⛷️
Jan, 20 2024
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Woody
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 20 2024
Whistler is a fantastic place if you want to ski powder, trees or moguls. There is all in abundance and for the adventurous is a incredible experience. The groomers are good however can be quite busy and turn into moguls later in the day. The snow parks are insane, there is so much variety and they are frequently changed to create new lines and features. Compared to European apres it isn't as good as it is at the base of the mountain but the night life is still amazing with lots of choices. For families or adventurous skiers this place has everything you could ask for. The only issue is the lifts in the morning especially on a powder day there will be massive queues with large wait times. Worth getting up early to beat the queue. There are many good places to eat either in the various hotels, earls, or the Irish bar. The only other downside is it can be very cold so make sure to take layers.
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