Tantalus Resort Lodge

Whistler 50.11088800, -122.95938700 , 4200 Whistler Way (Show on Map)
8.3
Very Good


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Summary of reviewsThe Tantalus Resort Lodge receives commendations for its prime location, offering proximity to Whistler Village while maintaining a serene atmosphere. Situated near the lifts and the Sea to Sky Highway, it serves as an excellent base for exploring the region. Guests appreciate the convenience of being close to cafes, restaurants and scenic trails.

The lodge is praised for its spacious and comfortable apartments, which are especially suitable for families and value-oriented travelers. Clean, well-maintained rooms with fully equipped kitchens, multiple bedrooms and ample natural light contribute to a pleasant stay. The pet-friendly policies and helpful staff enhance its appeal, making it a popular choice for visitors.

Despite the lack of breakfast service, the Tantalus Resort Lodge excels in offering well-kept amenities, including a heated outdoor pool, hot tubs and a sauna, which are particularly appreciated by families. The pool area provides a relaxing retreat for both adults and children, though some guests wished for a larger space.

Cleanliness is a strong point with well-maintained living spaces and communal areas. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, contributing to a welcoming and comfortable stay experience.

Parking is secure but comes with a daily fee, which some guests find steep for the facilities provided. Nevertheless, the transparency of the parking charges is appreciated.

Families find the lodge highly suitable due to the spacious accommodations, central location and attentive staff. The combination of kitchens, two-bedroom suites and family-friendly atmosphere makes it an ideal choice for those traveling with children or planning extended visits.

Ski enthusiasts benefit from the lodge's proximity to ski lifts and shuttle services, enhancing the overall skiing and hiking experience.

The beds at Tantalus Resort Lodge are frequently praised for their comfort and cleanliness, contributing significantly to a restful stay.

Overall, the Tantalus Resort Lodge is highly recommended for its excellent location, spacious accommodations, family-friendly amenities and friendly staff. However, the addition of breakfast options could further enhance guest satisfaction.
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Hotel near Golf Courses
This lodge is positioned across the road from the Whistler Golf Club driving range and is a 5-minute walk from the Whistler Golf Club. It also explicitly mentions a golf playground on-site.

Hotel near Ski Resorts
Located in Whistler Village, Tantalus Resort Lodge provides easy access to both Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. The lodge offers spacious suites with fireplaces and full kitchens, plus a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub.

Hotel for Honeymoon
This resort lodge provides a relaxing environment. Its comfortable accommodations and proximity to Whistler's attractions make it a good option for a honeymoon.

Family Friendly Hotel
Tantalus Resort Lodge is great for large/extended families. It has an outdoor heated pool (open seasonally), 2 hot tubs, and a dry sauna. Families can enjoy the tennis courts, a picnic area with a BBQ grill, a beach volleyball court, and a kids' playground.

Hotel with Swimming Pool
Provides a pool and a lodge-style experience. Offers a blend of comfort and rustic charm.

  Heated Pool    Outdoor Pool  

Location of the pool: Outdoor pool
Is it a pool of special type?
Heated pool
When is the pool open? All year
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Hotel with Parking
Tantalus Resort Lodge provides parking and is located in Whistler. It offers convenient access to the village and outdoor activities, making it suitable for guests with vehicles.

Hotel with Tennis Courts
Located in Whistler, this lodge includes tennis courts and is close to Whistler Village. Its condo-style accommodations and amenities make it suitable for longer stays and family vacations.

3-Star Hotel
Tantalus Resort Lodge features spacious suites with full kitchens and fireplaces. The lodge is appreciated for its comfortable amenities and a relaxing atmosphere, offering a great value for families and groups.

Hotel with Outdoor Pool
Tantalus Resort Lodge features a heated outdoor pool and two outdoor hot tubs. The pool area is surrounded by a garden area and offers mountain or forest views from the suites.

Hotel with Heated Pool
This resort features a heated outdoor pool. Information regarding year-round availability or additional features is not specified in the provided text.

Dog Friendly Hotel

Hotel near Nightlife Spots

Room Types
Two-Bedroom Suite Featuring a flat-screen TV, this suite features a full kitchen and a living room with a fireplace. A balcony provides a view. Free WiFi is available. Please note a minimum age requirement applies to guests staying in this unit, refer to ‘the fine print’ for further information.

One-Bedroom Suite This family room has a balcony, dishwasher and cable TV. Please note a minimum age requirement applies to guests staying in this unit, refer to ‘the fine print’ for further information.

Guest Reviews
8.3
Very Good
Location
Tantalus Resort Lodge boasts an enviable location that garners praise for its proximity to Whistler Village. The hotel is situated in a quiet area, providing a serene atmosphere while being just a short, easy walk to the bustling village center, cafes, restaurants and scenic trails. Guests appreciate the convenience of being close to the lifts for mountain access and the Sea to Sky Highway, making it an excellent base for exploring the region.

Reviewers highlight the spacious and comfortable apartments, which are noted for their cleanliness and practicality. Many have found the setup ideal for a variety of needs, from family stays to value-oriented travel. Pet-friendly policies and helpful staff add to the appeal, making this lodge a well-rounded option for visitors. The combination of excellent location, sizable accommodations and the quiet yet accessible setting makes Tantalus Resort Lodge a highly recommended choice for those visiting Whistler.

Breakfast
Guests at the Tantalus Resort Lodge have expressed consistent feedback regarding the lack of breakfast service. Numerous reviews highlight the absence of any breakfast offerings, suggesting that the addition of a continental breakfast could be beneficial, particularly for short stays. Visitors also noted that breakfast, along with tea and coffee, would enhance their overall experience. The feedback strongly indicates that introducing breakfast options would significantly improve guest satisfaction.

Rooms
Tantalus Resort Lodge is known for its spacious and comfortable rooms. Guests frequently highlight the large apartments, often describing them as well-equipped with fully fitted kitchens. The rooms comfortably accommodate families, providing ample space to relax with some units featuring multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, perfect for groups.

Cleanliness is a recurring theme with reviewers noting the rooms are very clean and well-maintained. The spaciousness extends to the balconies, providing nice spots for relaxation and the natural light in many rooms adds to the pleasant atmosphere. Kitchens are well-stocked and functional, catering to longer stays or those who prefer to cook their own meals.

Despite the overall positive feedback, there are mentions of certain areas such as corridors needing refurbishment, which suggests some parts of the lodge feel outdated. Nonetheless, the value for money is apparent with guests appreciating the roomy accommodations and the additional amenities including hot tubs, a pool and tennis courts.

Overall, Tantalus Resort Lodge provides large, clean and comfortable units that are well-suited for families or groups looking for a spacious environment to unwind in.

Beds
Visiting Tantalus Resort Lodge promises a restful sleep experience with numerous guests highlighting the comfort and coziness of the beds. The twin bedroom, in particular, stands out as very comfortable, echoing sentiments that apply to the entire bedding experience. Cleanliness is a consistent theme with beds described as both comfy and clean. The mattresses receive glowing feedback, often praised as great with the bedding overall noted for its high comfort levels. Linen quality also adds to the positive sleep experience. While one review mentioned a broken bed, the overwhelming majority focused on the superb comfort and coziness, making it clear that the beds at Tantalus Resort Lodge contribute significantly to a relaxing stay.

Cleanliness
Tantalus Resort Lodge offers a predominantly positive experience regarding cleanliness, praised by many guests for its well-maintained rooms and facilities. The living spaces, including the living room and kitchen, are particularly noted for their cleanliness and comfort, meeting and sometimes exceeding guests' expectations. The hotel's staff contribute to the positive ambiance by being described as friendly, helpful and organized.

Most reviews highlight the spacious and comfortable nature of the accommodations with clean bedding and well-equipped apartments. The hotel's close proximity to Whistler activities adds to its appeal, ensuring convenience without the associated noise. Communal areas are also kept tidy, reinforcing the hotel's commitment to cleanliness.

However, some guests did note areas for improvement, such as minor issues with towel cleanliness and minor wear and tear, including carpets in need of repair and some signs of the hotel's age. Despite these occasional drawbacks, the overall sentiment points to a clean and comfortable stay.

Staff
At Tantalus Resort Lodge, guests frequently appreciate the amicable and supportive nature of the staff. The reception and check-in experience tend to stand out with the staff's upbeat and kind demeanor. Many visitors find the staff not only friendly but also very accommodating to their needs, contributing to a welcoming and comfortable stay.

Despite a few instances of less favorable interactions, where some found the staff lacking in empathy or professionalism, the prevailing sentiment remains positive. The staff are often described as fantastic, wonderful and extraordinarily kind, which enhances the overall guest experience. Instances of helpful and friendly assistance are commonly highlighted, reinforcing the resort's reputation for great staff service.

Pool
Tantalus Resort Lodge offers an appealing and well-equipped pool area that has received positive feedback from guests. The outdoor, heated swimming pool, along with two hot tubs and a sauna, provides a relaxing retreat suitable for both adults and children. Many reviewers appreciated the facility's good value for money, highlighting the pleasant and well-maintained amenities.

The pool, open until 10 PM, has been described as a fantastic place to unwind with a comfortably warm temperature and a wonderful atmosphere. Guests noted that the hot tubs are especially nice with one being super hot and the sauna adds an extra touch of comfort.

Families found the pool area great for kids to burn off energy, while the overall pool facilities were frequently mentioned as excellent and a nice addition to their stay. Some guests did mention that the pool area could be bigger and slightly nicer, but overall, the convenience and quality of the amenities were emphasized as significant highlights of the resort.

Parking
The Tantalus Resort Lodge offers secure parking for a daily fee with rates mostly mentioned at $20 to $25 per day. Guests have noted that the cost is clearly stated in the advertisements, which ensures transparency. Despite the extra charge, many find the parking convenient and fairly close to their lodgings. However, there have been remarks about the parking facilities being somewhat underwhelming with the parkade described as dimly-lit and run down. Some guests feel that the fee is high, especially when considering the availability of open space around the lodge. It appears the parking area can often be fully booked, but the security of the parking space is seen as a positive aspect.

Family
Families looking for a comfortable and convenient stay will find Tantalus Resort Lodge an excellent choice. The accommodations, featuring kitchens and two-bedroom suites, provide ample space and flexibility for families, making it an ideal option for those traveling with children or planning long-term stays. Guests consistently find the rooms spacious and perfectly sized for families, including larger groups of up to six people. The resort’s central location is an added benefit, as is the attentive and friendly staff who appear to maintain consistent relationships with returning guests. Families appreciate the convenience of two bathrooms in the suites and the overall atmosphere is described as cozy and family-friendly, catering well to both short and extended visits. However, occasional disturbances from kids running around and knocking on doors were mentioned, which may be a point of consideration for some. Overall, Tantalus Resort Lodge stands out as a highly suitable choice for families touring the area.

Ski
Tantalus Resort Lodge offers a prime location for ski enthusiasts and hikers alike. Guests appreciate the convenience of the hotel's proximity to ski lifts and the cable car, which are just a 5-minute walk away. The hotel also provides a free shuttle bus to the village, making it easy to travel with ski gear, although there were mentions of inconsistent shuttle service. The area surrounding the lodge is peaceful and removed from the more lively parts of the village, providing a relaxing stay. Overall, the lodge's location and amenities enhance the skiing and hiking experience with everything being conveniently close.


Yes, Tantalus Resort Lodge has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool. For more information, read the answers to the Pool questionnaire

No, a spa isn't available at Tantalus Resort Lodge.

Yes, Tantalus Resort Lodge welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Tantalus Resort Lodge.

No, Tantalus Resort Lodge doesn't have a gym.

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