If you pull up to the Pinnacle Hotel in Whistler after a snowfall, the green-trimmed Tudor-esque exterior may remind you of an idyllic Kincade painting. But when you enter the lobby you’ll see that the quaint mountain-lodge exterior belies a chic, modern interior. Once you arrive in your bright and homey studio suite, swap your winter coat for a plush robe while you recoup from your travels. Or, if you and your crew are raring to hit the slopes right away – Whistler Blackcomb is the #1 ski resort according to Ski Magazine, after all – head on down to the onsite Affinity Rental Shop to get your gear, then take the short stroll to Skiers Plaza. You’ll find almost 40 lifts and gondolas between Whistler and Blackcomb, plus a revolutionary mountaintop lift between the two peaks lets you explore the best of both mountains, making this mecca for skiers and snowboarders alike. Traveling with the kids? The world-class Snow School has both standard lessons and special programs; Adventure Camps provide younger kiddos with fun activities and small class ratios, while the Ride Tribe program lets teens try park, pipe and big mountain skiing and riding. They’ll be bragging about the air they caught and Snapchatting the friends they made over dinner at the Pinnacle’s onsite eatery Quattro. Enjoy the restaurant’s upscale alpine atmosphere, or beg off dinner duty, order everyone’s Italian go-to’s for delivery to your suite and carb-load in your comfy base layers around the fireplace. Be sure to save a night for a dinner date at Alta Bistro, whose seasonally-inspired d’hôte style menu is a popular draw among both visitors and locals. Went a little too hard on the slopes? Nothing like a good soak to soothe your weary limbs – whether in your own private Jacuzzi, or with the whole crew at the outdoor hot tub.

Not many resorts can boast “a kitchen and Jacuzzi in every suite,” but the Pinnacle embraces its amenities wholeheartedly. Each clean and cozy studio suite features a fully equipped kitchen – perfect for hearty home-cooked meals – and an en suite Jacuzzi soaker tub fit for two. Every unit features a fireplace, flat screen TV and small terrace. Deluxe Studios have a spacious sitting area with a sleeper sofa. Added bonus? The Pinnacle is pet friendly! No need to leave your furry family member behind – alert the staff and a welcome biscuit and water bowl will be waiting in your studio.

Though Whistler is one of the top ski destinations in the world, there’s much more to this winter wonderland. A ride on the famous Peak 2 Peak Gondola gives you 360 degree views of Whistler’s natural beauty and a glimpse into the village’s history. Explore Native American trails with the whole family via snow-shoeing, or book a dog-sledding excursion for a uniquely-Canadian adventure. Whistler Blackcomb also offers 160 kilometers (that’s a hundred miles for you Yanks) of cross country skiing – including many dog-friendly trails – and becomes a mountain biker’s haven in the summer months.