Story Ideas for Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Why Mountain Golf is gaining momentum, and how Whistler’s Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed-course elevates the experience
As demand for immersive outdoor travel continues to rise, Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club is emerging as one of Canada’s premier alpine golf destinations. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the par-72 course weaves through old-growth forest, dramatic granite formations, and 400 feet of elevation change, delivering sweeping mountain views at every hole. Signature features include the iconic par-3 8th hole and Canada’s only Leadbetter Golf Academy. Audubon-certified and ranked amongst Canada’s top public courses, the club reflects a broader evolution in golf tourism, one driven by travelers seeking experiences that extend beyond the fairway, and that foster a deeper connection to nature and place. Open May to October.
Fairmont taps into the rise of “Après-Everything” with Fairmont Fridays
The Mallard Lounge is bringing back its signature Fairmont Fridays series this summer in response to the growing trend for social rituals. Running every Friday from 5 – 7 pm, the weekly après-inspired gathering features live music, craft cocktails and elevated tapas, transforming the post-adventure and post-work window into a shared ritual of relaxation and connection. From July, editions will expand to the Croquet Lawn with outdoor garden party inspired programming.
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Redefines Luxury Adventure with Exclusive Wilderness Experiences
From cocktails on a remote glacier to wellness retreats deep in the wilderness, Fairmont Chateau Whistler is pushing luxury adventure travel beyond the expected. Available May through September, the hotel’s Glacier Mixology Class and Absolute Solitude Wellness Experience are designed for travelers seeking highly personalized, once-in-a-lifetime escapes in the heart of British Columbia’s alpine landscape. Combining nature, wellness, and elevated hospitality, the adventures offer a new take on experiential luxury in Whistler. Available May to October.
A Different Type of Board Meeting is Taking Off in Whistler
As AI burnout and digital fatigue fuel a growing interest in wellness-focused travel, travelers are seeking meaningful ways to recharge, reconnect, and spend more time in nature. At Fairmont Chateau Whistler, the ‘board meeting’ takes on an alternate meaning — from snowboarding on Whistler’s legendary slopes in winter, to paddleboarding on pristine alpine lakes in the summer. Exclusive to hotel guests, the Whistler Experience Guide program offers personalized, locally guided adventures ranging from hiking and snowshoeing, to cultural and wellness experiences, all designed to replace screens and reduce stress with movement, recovery, and authentic connection. Private bookings are now available.
The Mountain Resort Making Multi-Generational Family Vacations Easier
Family holidays don’t have to mean compromise or coordination chaos. Fairmont Chateau Whistler offers a one-stop adventure base where grandparents, parents, kids, and even pets can each enjoy their ideal vacation. Standout features include a golf course, playground, pickleball courts, pools, and the resort’s unique Whistler Experience Guide program, offering guests fitness classes, outings in nature, and cultural experiences. The summer Camp Fairmont program includes craft activities, scavenger hunts and wildlife education. On-site family dining locations, along with seasonal holiday programming, further help to reduce planning headaches, allowing families to focus on creating special memories together.
From AI Food Waste Tracking to Rooftop Honey Bee Hives: Inside Fairmont Chateau Whistler’s Sustainability Model
Fairmont Chateau Whistler continues a commitment to reducing environmental impact with key sustainable practices. Highlights include an employee-led Sustainability Committee, food waste management with innovative AI technology, 5 Green Key certification, sustainable food practices, landfill diversion, plastic reduction, edible rooftop garden, honeybee hives, bee hotel for solitary pollinator bees, and an Audubon certified golf course.
Celebrating An Extraordinary Year Together
We are honoured to be recognized among the world’s very finest in hospitality. To our guests—thank you for entrusting us with your vacations, celebrations and gatherings. Every accolade reflects the special moments that we have shared with you.
- #1 Resort in Canada – Travel + Leisure® World’s Best Awards 2026
- 2 MICHELIN Keys – MICHELIN Guide 2026
- #1 Resort in Canada – Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Award 2025
- #11 Resort in the World – Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Award 2025
- Best Ski Resort – Rolling Stone Travel Awards 2025
- North America’s Best Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant, The Grill Room – World Culinary Awards 2025
