Experience a Classic Canadian Winter with Coast Hotels
Canada’s winter season is a magical time, where the crisp air, snowy landscapes and outdoor adventures come together to create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re a fan of winter sports, cozy fireside evenings or traditional Canadian treats, there’s no shortage of experiences to embrace during the colder months. If you’re looking to explore the best of a classic Canadian winter, Coast Hotels has properties in some of the country’s most iconic winter destinations to experience a true Canadian winter, complete with ice skating, downhill skiing and eating tasty beavertails. With Coast Hotels as your home base, you’ll be perfectly positioned to dive into the season's magic. Here are some top spots near Coast Hotels to experience winter like a true Canadian.
Kelowna, British Columbia – Wine, Winter Sports, and Winter Magic
Kelowna, located in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, is a winter wonderland for both outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to relax. For those looking for exciting outdoor winter activities, it wouldn’t be a Canadian winter without skiing and snowboarding. Drive or take a shuttle from Kelowna to Big White Ski Resort and enjoy skiing or snowboarding through the snow, dog sled tours, horse sleigh rides, snowshoeing, nordic skiing, snow tubing, ice skating and snowmobiling. With 118 designated alpine trails, 10 chairlifts and 1 gondola, it’s one of British Columbia’s top ski resorts, offering something for all skill ski levels.
Although famous for its vineyards in the warmer months, Kelowna’s wineries have cozy tasting rooms throughout the winter. There are many perks to touring one of Canada’s best wine regions in winter as wineries are less crowded and the vineyards look beautiful coated in snow. Canada is the world’s largest producer of ice wine partly thanks to their cold winters! Ice wine is a style of dessert wine that’s created using wine grapes that have frozen on the vine, so make sure you add ice wine tasting to your list of winter activities. Many nearby wineries carry delicious ice wine, including Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Quail’s Gate Winery, Grizzli Winery, Little Straw Vineyards and Mission Hill Family Estate Winery.
After tackling the slopes at Big White or cozying up in the local wineries, retreat to Coast Capri Hotel to warm up in style. Treat yourself to a spa day at Beyond Wrapture Day Spa, cozy up in their cozy and comfortable accommodations, or head to Vintner, their onsite restaurant, for a delicious meal paired with a glass of Okanagan wine.
Edmonton, Alberta – A Winter Wonderland in Alberta’s Capital City
Edmonton transforms into a winter playground with its numerous skating trails and outdoor ice rinks, including the Victoria Park IceWay, a large oval for leisure outdoor skating, located a five-minute drive southwest from our downtown Edmonton hotel, the Rundle Iceway, a long, scenic ice trail through the park with skate rentals available on-site, located a 20-minute drive northeast from the hotel, and the City Hall outdoor ice rink, located just a 16-minute walk from the hotel and is a popular, downtown skating rink, surrounded by festive lights and the City Hall building. Tobogganing, or sledding, is another Canadian classic winter activity. Edmonton has many places where you can go tobogganing such as the scenic Gallagher Park Hill, the historic Government House Park Hill, or the Rundle Park slopes.
After braving the cold winter temperatures, get out of the cold by exploring the West Edmonton Mall. There’s a lot to do there including indulging in a Canadian classic, a warm Beavertail which is a fried-dough pastry, resembling the long, flat tail of a beaver and topped with many different sweet toppings, mini golf, an ice rink, a waterpark, go-karting, bowling, escape room, an underground aquarium, shopping and much more.
Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel by APA is your ideal retreat to relax and warm up for the evening after a day spent outside. Enjoy a hearty meal at their onsite restaurant, Prestons Restaurant and Lounge, then cozy up in your renovated room with soft bedding and a cozy atmosphere or warm up in their heated indoor pool, whirlpool and steam room.
Revelstoke, BC - Powder Paradise
Revelstoke is legendary for its snow, making it a haven for outdoor winter enthusiasts and the perfect place to experience a classic Canadian winter. Coast Hillcrest Hotel offers a daily shuttle to Revelstoke Mountain Resort which has the longest vertical descent of any ski resort in North America, with a variety of challenging terrains, including steep in-bounds slopes such as the 'Discipline' chute, known for its steepness and corniced entrance. With abundant winter activities, you have endless options to choose from, including backcountry touring, snowmobiling and heli-skiing. Backcountry touring, also known as backcountry skiing, is skiing on unmarked or unpatrolled areas either inside or outside a ski resort’s boundaries, whereas heli-skiing is off-trail or downhill skiing or snowboarding where the skier reaches the top of the mountain by helicopter, instead of a ski lift.
After a day carving powder at Revelstoke Mountain Resort or spending the day outdoors enjoying another classic Canadian winter activity, Coast Hillcrest Hotel offers the ultimate winter retreat. Relax in their dry sauna, or one of the indoor or outdoor hot tubs with stunning mountain views, or enjoy thorough relaxation in one of their massage chairs. You’ll also enjoy free parking, free wi-fi and a lobby restaurant with a cozy chalet feel. Their spacious and restful rooms are perfect for relaxing in after a busy winter day. Upgrade your room to enjoy an even more relaxing retreat with a jetted tub and a private or shared balcony.
Canmore, AB - Rocky Mountain Winter Bliss
Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, Canmore is a picture-perfect winter getaway with its iconic mountain peaks. With endless winter activities, you’ll have no shortage of classic Canadian winter activities to take part in. From cross-country skiing to dog sledding, ice climbing, snowshoeing, tubing and sledding, Canmore is the place to go to fully immerse yourself in Canada’s winter experience. If you’re wondering how ice climbing works, it’s a lot like rock climbing, but on ice. Instead of climbing on a rocky surface, ice climbers use crampons, picks, ropes and other equipment to climb on ice. After a day spent outdoors, the town itself is perfect for shopping and cozying up with a hot drink while enjoying the majestic mountain views.
Following a day in Canmore’s wintry outdoors, Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre is the perfect place to warm up. Enjoy comfortable, redesigned accommodations with free wi-fi throughout the hotel. If you’re looking for the ultimate winter retreat, book their Coast Premium King Suite with Soaker Tub which features a sofa bed, fireplace, soaker tub and steam shower. Your stay will be complete with an indoor hot tub and heated pool, fitness center and a seasonal fire pit & s’mores. This unique and classic Canadian winter activity involves roasting a marshmallow over the fire and sandwiching the marshmallow between chocolate and two graham crackers to make the perfect winter treat.
Hinton, AB - Gateway to Jasper’s Winter Magic
Hinton is Located near the Jasper National Park entrance, an excellent base for winter adventures. What could be more Canadian than ice skating on frozen lakes surrounded by mountains? Grab your skates, or rent some if you don’t have any, and head to Lake Mildred or Pyramid Lake in Jasper National Park to experience this one-of-a-kind Canadian winter activity. If you’re looking for something a little more lowkey and relaxing, experience a sleigh ride on Pyramid Lake. For the thrill seekers, try ice climbing, one of winter’s most exhilarating sports. There are also plenty of areas for you to snowshoe, cross-country ski, go for a winter hike, or do the Maligne Canyon Icewalk.
After a full day of winter adventures, Coast Hinton Hotel is the perfect retreat. Relax in spacious, modern rooms with all the amenities you need for a cozy night with some rooms featuring kitchenettes and jetted tubs. You’ll also enjoy a free continental breakfast, free parking, free wi-fi, pet-friendly rooms and block heater car plug-ins, which will be useful during a Canadian winter!
Whether you're hitting the slopes at Big White or Revelstoke, skating outside, warming up with a sweet Beavertail at the West Edmonton Mall, or gathering around a crackling bonfire with delicious s’mores at Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, Coast Hotels offers the perfect base to explore a classic Canadian winter. You’ll find affordable rates, flexible cancellation, comfortable accommodations as well as thoughtful amenities like free wi-fi, fitness centers, onsite restaurants and cozy winter perks at some locations. With our Refreshingly Local™ vibe and friendly staff, your retreat from the cold will leave you feeling relaxed and comfortable. Book your winter getaway with Coast Hotels today, and experience a classic Canadian winter!