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Where To Stay In BC
British Columbia’s resorts and hotels offer world-class accommodations in some of Canada’s most popular travel destinations
Planning a vacation to beautiful British Columbia? Whether you’re dreaming of an epic outdoor adventure in Whistler, a city escape to trendy Vancouver, or a weekend getaway to romantic Victoria, let LuxuryBritishColumbia be your guide to the best luxury hotels, boutique inns, vacation rentals, and resorts in BC.
Some of the best Vancouver hotels are award-winning luxury properties, including the downtown 5-star Fairmont Pacific Rim, which has been named the #1City Hotel in Canada by Travel + Leisure, and the boutique Loden Hotel, a TripAdvisor 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best property.
The Best Places to Stay in British Columbia
Escaping to Whistler Blackcomb for some outdoor fun? Top Whistler hotels include the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort, the Westin Whistler, and the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler.
Exploring Vancouver Island or visiting Victoria, British Columbia’s charming capital city? Victoria hotels range from boutique inns and luxury properties to lovely B&Bs and vacation rentals. The Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria offers elegant ambiance and an afternoon tea service fit for royalty, and the boutique Magnolia Hotel & Spa was named the #1 Top Hotel in Canada in TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best 2020 awards.
Let LuxuryBritishColumbia be your personal guide to the top luxury accommodations, as well as the best shopping, food and drink, and things to do in this popular Canadian province.
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Fairmont Empress Hotel: BC’s Luxury Castle on the Coast
Contributor Cynthia Graham pays a visit to the most iconic hotel in British Columbia: Victoria’s elegant Fairmont Empress
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Discover the Best Luxury Hotels in British Columbia for 2023
You’ll find the perfect place to stay on travel expert Kim Kerr’s list of the best luxury hotels in British Columbia for 2023
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Class Acts: The Best Luxury Hotels in Victoria BC
BC’s capital is one of the best places in Canada for luxury travel. Contributor Maureen Littlejohn shares her list of the best luxury hotels in Victoria BC
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Local & Cozy: The Best Boutique Hotels in Victoria 2023
World traveler Caleb Dearsley gets cozy at the very best unique and chic boutique hotels in Victoria, British Columbia
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Get Pampered at the Best Vancouver Hotel Spas 2023
Nothing’s better than indulging yourself with a spa experience while traveling. Read our list of the best Vancouver hotel spas for a little pampering
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Unique & Chic: The Best Boutique Hotels in Vancouver
British Columbia offers some of the best small hotel experiences in Canada. Read our pick of the best boutique hotels in Vancouver, BC
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Tigh-Na-Mara – The House by the Sea
Maureen Littlejohn visits the exquisite Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre on beautiful Vancouver Island
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BC’s Top Luxury Hotel – Fairmont Empress Video
In a follow-up to her article on Vancouver Island’s best known luxury hotel, Contributor Cynthia Graham shares this excellent Fairmont Empress video
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Sonora Resort: Luxury in the Canadian Wilderness
Maureen Littlejohn visits spectacular Sonora Resort in the beautiful wilderness of British Columbia’s Discovery Islands. Her verdict? Read on to find out…
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Touch of Class: The Top Luxury Vancouver Hotels
British Columbia’s largest city is home to some of the best places to stay in Canada. Learn more with our list of the best luxury Vancouver hotels