Whistler may be the ideal destination for those wanting to get in one last ski weekend before spring’s arrival. Two hours from Vancouver and five from Seattle, Whistler offers plenty of outdoor recreation, including skiing, snowboarding, ice climbing, and dog sledding. More than 200 stores open their doors to shopaholics, and the town also boasts art galleries, spas, and fine restaurants.

I’ve tracked down several properties that offer a good value for your weekend getaway, each with reasonable prices and/or a little something extra to make your stay memorable.

The Cedar Springs Bed and Breakfast Lodge charges from $119 to $255 CAD per night ($118 to $253 USD), depending on room class, including a full breakfast each day. There are eight guestrooms and one condo. The property has a dry sauna, Jacuzzi tub, an outdoor sunken hot tub, and a guest lounge with a large-screen TV and movie library. Additionally, during certain months, kids stay free with a minimum three-night stay.The Alpine Chalet Whistler has rooms with private terraces or balconies, in-floor heating systems, and bathrobes. Rates start at $189 per night ($187 USD) for spring weekends, including a three-course breakfast. The hotel also has an outdoor hot tub, a spa, and a lounge with a fireplace.Nita Lake Lodge, a new property comprised of studios and suites, is having a grand opening special with discounted rates from $199 ($197 USD). Rooms have fireplaces, flat-screen televisions, soaker tubs, and luxury toiletries. The property also has a spa in the works (scheduled for a spring opening), a restaurant, and a cafe.

For further getaway planning, check out additional SmarterTravel.com coverage of the Whistler area.

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