How much is the total cumulative hotel tax? Room Rate Tax: 16% (8% PST, 5% GST & 3% Municipal Tax)
How much is the F&B tax? Food is general charged at 7% PST and 5% GST Carbonated beverages that contain sugar or sweeteners are subject to 5% GST & 7% Provincial Tax Alcoholic beverages are subject to 5% GST & 10% Provincial Tax
How much is the average F&B gratuity? 15-25%
AIRPORT
How many miles from the airport to downtown? Whistler Village to Vancouver International Airport = 132.3km / 82 miles Whistler Village to Downtown Vancouver = 121.3km / 75 miles
Is there public transportation, such as a bus or subway available? Skylynx, Whistler Shuttle and Epic Rides offer daily, frequent shuttle transportation from Vancouver to Whistler Several companies provide private car services, including luxury sedans, SUVs, vans, and even larger buses, depending on group size and preferences to travel between Vancouver and Whistler (Prices vary based on vehicle type and distance, but expect to pay between $450 and $1600 CAD or more). You can fly to Whistler by helicopter or floatplane – both fast, direct options with absolutely spectacular views (A one-way floatplane flight from Vancouver to Whistler with Harbour Air starts at $121 CAD, a private helicopter flight from Vancouver to Whistler generally starts around $3,865 CAD + GST for a one-way trip). Floatplane service available mid-May to mid-October. Traditional Cab Service Whistler itself has its own bus system (BC Transit) for getting around within the resort.
How much does the public transportation cost? A single rides within resort (within Whistler) costs $2.50 CAD/trip.
What is the shuttle bus fare from the airport to downtown? Approx $44 CAD round trip from Vancouver to Whistler.
What is the taxi fare from airport to downtown? A taxi from Vancouver to Whistler will likely cost around $300 to $400 CAD.
How many daily flights out of airport? Vancouver International Airport (YVR) manages around 682 flights each day.
Is the airport a hub for any carrier? Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a hub for both Air Canada and WestJet.
What are the major carriers serving airport? The major carriers at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) include Air Canada, WestJet, and Flair Airlines.
HOTELS
How many committable hotel rooms downtown on peak night? Whistler has approximately 10,000 hotel rooms, spread across various hotels, condos, chalets, and other types of accommodations. This capacity is able to accommodate roughly 30,000 overnight visitors, according to Tourism Whistler.
How many committable hotel rooms downtown on peak within walking distance to convention center? 3,000
How many headquarter hotel properties? 5 (Four Seasons, Fairmont, Hilton & Westin, Delta Hotel Whistler Village Suites by Marriott)
How many rooms available on peak night at the largest headquarter property? Fairmont Whistler – 519
Can you list hotels by rating?? 5 star , 4 star, 3 star? 5 Stars – Four Seasons Resort Whistler & Fairmont Chateau Whistler 4 Stars – The Westin Resort & Spa, Hilton Whistler, Pan Pacific Whistler, The Crystal Lodge, Delta Hotel Whistler Village Suites, Summit Lodge, Pinnacle Hotel Whistler, Legends, Sundial, Evolution Whistler 3 Stars – Pangea Pod, Aava Whistler, Whistler Village Inn + Suites, Blackcomb Springs Suites, Listel Whistler, Adara Hotel Whistler, First Tracks Lodge Whistler, Blackcomb Lodge, Executive Inn at Whistler, Tantalus Resort Lodge 2 Stars – HI Whistler, Whistler Lodge Hostel, Southside Lodge
CONVENTION CENTER
How many total gross square feet of exhibit space at Convention Center? 16,500 sq. ft. (Sea to Sky Ballroom) 6,530 sq. ft. (Grand Foyer)
How much of this exhibit space is contiguous? 16,500 sq. ft.
How many total gross square feet of meeting space is available at the Convention center? 40,000 sq. ft. of meeting space
How many meeting rooms does the convention center have? 22 Rooms
How big is the largest meeting room? 16,500 sq. ft. (Sea to Sky Ballroom)
How many ballrooms does the convention center have? 1 Ballroom (Can be split into Sea to Sky Ballroom A/B/C)
How big is the largest ballroom? 16,500 sq. ft. (Sea to Sky Ballroom)
When was the last renovation or expansion? 2021
When is a future renovation/expansion scheduled? Façade scheduled for Q4 of 2025 / Q1 2026
Is there free Wi-Fi at the convention center? Yes, in the public spaces and meeting rooms
Is there an exclusive in-house Electrical provider? Yes, this is operated by the building operations team
Is there an exclusive in-house AV provider? Encore is the Whistler Conference Centre’s in-house Audio Visual supplier and exclusive rigging company.
Is there an exclusive in-house decorator? N/A
Is there an exclusive in house caterer? Yes, Sodexo Live
Is the convention center a union property? No, it is not a union property. Legally known as the Whistler Resort Association, Tourism Whistler is the non-profit member-based marketing and sales organization representing Whistler. Tourism Whistler operates the Whistler Conference Centre, the Whistler Golf Club, and the Whistler Visitor Centre, as well as Whistler.com- Whistler’s official source for accommodation and activity bookings and information.
If union property, can you provide estimated pricing list? N/A
Here is a list of labor unions with whom planners will be required to work at the convention center: N/A
How many off site venues within a ten-minute bus transfer can host up to 2,000 people? None
How many restaurants are within walking distance of the convention center? Whistler has over 100 restaurants, offering a wide variety of cuisines and price points. This includes everything from casual cafes and pubs to fine dining establishments. Most are within walking distance from the Whistler Conference Centre.
Can you list 3-5 local attractions and there whereabouts? Whistler Blackcomb Resort including Whistler Mountain, Blackcomb Mountain, Peak 2 Peak Gondola (Skiing, Snowboarding in the Winter & Mountain Biking, Sightseeing in the Summer) Whistler Village Gondola – 1640 feet from WCC Blackcomb Village Gondola – .93 miles from WCC Audain Art Museum – 1968 feet from WCC Squamish Lil Wat Cultural Centre – .7 miles from WCC Ziptrek Eco Tours (Ziplining) – 1150 feet from WCC Whistler Eco Tours (Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking & Biking) – 1150 feet from WCC Whistler Golf Club, Nicklaus North Golf Course, Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course, Big Sky Golf Club
