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2020
10
September
Need a Last-Minute Getaway for Your Family Within 2 Hours of Vancouver?

Question:

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Melissa

I need a super kid friendly mini break for tomorrow night. Anywhere within 2 hours of Vancouver. Amazing heated outdoor pool, that it isn't too late to sign up for, and in room movies is a must! Kiddo has been in and out of the hospital all week (not covid or anything like that) and we all need a last minute fun break.

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Monica

Not sure if they can quite meet those requirements, but Hotel Zed in Kelowna or Victoria are great family friendly (and budget friendly) hotels. We love to stay there! https://www.hotelzed.com/
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Hotel In Victoria & Hotel In Kelowna | Hotel Zed

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Liz

I’m sure Whistler has some cheap deals - especially through vrbo or airbnb! Hope you find somewhere for you all to relax.

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April

Harrison Hot Springs
(I think you can bring kids to the resort!?! Lol not sure on that)

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Amanda

April you can and the outdoor hot tubs are amazing

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Paula

April I second this! The 4pm cookies and tea, floating in the hot tub, walk by the lake....all wonderful reconnecting opportunities.

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Misty

Paula the tea isn’t being done due to covid and I heard the chlorine in the pools was too high? Interested If anyone has been recently

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Tara

Misty went last month - seemed fine

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Erin

Misty A friend of mine was there in the summer and she said they were zapping the hot tubs with chlorine between bookings to disinfect them.

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Ann

Check the times that Harrison Hot Springs allows kids in the pool. I haven’t been for some time, but recall being
disappointed with restrictions.

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Jennifer

kids are allowed in the pool until 10pm. One lap pool and one warm pool. There is an adult only pool that is off limits at all time. No tea and cookies right now due to Covid but definitely family friendly.

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Dave

Fairmont in Whistler. Fantastic outdoor pool, but they are requiring pool reservations due to covid.

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Edel

Dave I second this

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Mary

Dave this as well and the Portobello restaurant has yummy pastries and sandwiches

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Bryn

Hilltop Inn in Salmon Arm

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Chris

Quality Inn in Abbotsford is next door to Castle Fun Park.
https://www.castlefunpark.com/
https://tourismabbotsford.ca/summer-hotel-promo/
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Katherin

Sorry to hear that, Melissa. I stayed downtown at the Fairmont Vancouver with my daughter as a staycation. Pool is inside (needs a bit of touch up) but it was super quiet and reservations not required. We had movies we could cast to the TV and it’s close to a ton of fun things to do. There are a lot of hotels offering Visa cards to help with costs. Try this link: https://www.stayvancouverhotels.com/stayvancouverhotels/visa?var1=NL&var2=Email&var3=Visa&utm_source=NL&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=2020Q4Visa&utm_content=Visa1&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2019Q4Visa2&utm_content=Hurry.
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StayVancouverHotels - VISA - StayVancouverHotels

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Janine

Katherin yes this!

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Charn

Lots of hotels downtown have cheap deals to bring in business.

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Lacey

We stayed at the pan pacific a couple of weeks ago. Nice pool with a nice hot-tube and harbor view. You could also walk to Robson street and treat yourself to a back massage and reflexology at toe to soul. If you want to splurge the fairmont pacific rim is lovely. And they have a bmw car service that will take you anywhere for free.

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Hayley

We stayed at the Richmond signature sandman. They have indoor pool with waterslide and outdoor pool. And dennys is in the parking lot. If weather is good terra nova park is great and the west dyke trail or steveston. My kids loved it and constantly ask to go back there.

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Danijela

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Jaki

Executive Inn in Squamish is highly recommended for a quick escape! Heated outdoor pool and hot tub, all suites have kitchen facilities - great for kids and adults!

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Janine
There is a Stay Vancouver deal on now through their website for downtown hotels. With the visa gift card you get with booking some really nice hotels end up super affordable!

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Krista

Sandman Hotel in Squamish has a waterslide! https://www.google.ca/travel/hotels/Squamish/entity/CgoIw-DT7_yS2a86EAE?g2lb=2502548%2C4258168%2C4306835%2C4317915%2C4322823%2C4328159%2C4330862%2C4371334%2C4401769%2C4419364%2C4425458%2C4433754%2C4444000%2C4447566%2C4448315%2C4452532%2C4270859%2C4284970%2C4412690&hl=en&gl=ca&un=1&ap=aAE&q=squamish%20hotel.with%20waterslide&rp=EMPg0-_8ktmvOhCemKjmiIew9lUQjobq24uF6aLMARCrw62B5pyu05IBOAJAAEgCogEMU3F1YW1pc2gsIEJDwAEDyAEA&ictx=1&utm_campaign=sharing&utm_medium=link&utm_source=htls&hrf=CgUIyAEQACIDQ0FEKhYKBwjkDxALGAISBwjkDxALGAMYASgAWAGSAQIgAQ
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Sandman Hotel & Suites Squamish 4.2 ★ (554)

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Jennifer

Mountain retreat in Squamish also has an indoor heated pool and water slide and about $110 a night

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James

4 Seasons Whistler. Excellent pool, great kid friendly service.

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Chris

Fairmont Whistler..
Pool is inside and outside.
Best pool in whistler

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Amber

Vancouver hotels are offer 125.00 gift cards

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Lisa

River Rock, although not sure if it is open.

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Kelly

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Ann

Outdoor pool? Otherwise I’d say Pinnacle in North Van or Bayshore in Vancouver. Both have indoor pools but great deals. Bayshore near Stanley Park which is a plus.

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Anne

Sutton place hotel has a buy a night get a night deal.
Sandman in Squamish is very nice with a great pool.
We were recently in whistler & I thought the village was crazy in the evening. So many people, out drinking in public, too much a party vibe.
Our room was lovely at the Westin though

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Trey

Harrison Hot Springs

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Kim

Sheraton Vancouver airport, the staff is always amazing.

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Karen

RiverRock is a reasonably priced little getaway

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Deborah

I dont believe the River Rick is open.

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Sylvia

Harrison Hot Springs

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Nelson

Whistler is inexpensive this time of the year as the biking season has ended and skiing has not yet started.

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Kimberle

We were just at Harrison hot springs. It was so nice to relax in the pools.

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Tina

A pumpkin patch. There are 15 around vancouver

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Phillip

Fairmont Whistler has a great outdoor pool.

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View

Kathleen Macdonald
Harrison hot springs resort

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Ilona

It has a sale on right now for the next little while!

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Paul

I stayed at the Sandman Airport Inn at Abbotsford a couple weeks ago. Very nice big indoor pool pet friendly good restaurant attached.

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Eileen

yes harrison hot springs is lovely. also bumper boats on the lake if still open at this time of year.

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Tanya

Where did you go??


A.I. says...

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The Perfect Kid-Friendly Mini Staycation Near Vancouver

Looking for a last-minute, super kid-friendly mini break near Vancouver? We've got you covered! After a tough week of hospital visits, your little one deserves a fun-filled escape, complete with an amazing heated outdoor pool and cozy in-room movie nights.

The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler

Just a scenic two-hour drive from Vancouver, the The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler offers the perfect kid-friendly staycation. With its heated outdoor pool and hot tubs, your family can enjoy a splash-filled day, even in the cooler mountain air. Plus, their in-room movie packages ensure cozy movie nights with popcorn and snacks galore.

The resort boasts spacious suites with kitchenettes, perfect for whipping up quick meals or storing snacks. And if you want a break from cooking, their on-site restaurants offer kid-friendly options to please even the pickiest eaters.

Last-Minute Availability and Booking

Don't worry about missing out on this last-minute mini break – The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler often has availability for same-day or next-day bookings. Simply give them a call or check their website for the latest deals and availability.

So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags, load up the car, and get ready for a well-deserved, kid-friendly staycation in the beautiful mountains of Whistler!



   










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