{"id":"resorts-vancouver-2026","name":"Best Resorts in Vancouver","category":"Resorts","location":{"city":"Vancouver","province":"British Columbia","country":"Canada"},"canonical_url":"https://bests.ca/best/resorts/in/vancouver","publication_type":"algorithmic","methodology_version":"resorts-v4","evidence_cutoff_at":"2026-08-24T12:00:00.000Z","published_at":"2026-08-24T12:00:00.000Z","maximum_positions":3,"positions_published":3,"positions":[{"rank":1,"entity":"Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler","entity_type":"Organization","descriptor":"Upper Village resort at 4591 Blackcomb Way, Whistler","best_for":"High-touch service, year-round pool and spa with strong family and pet support","why_it_ranks":"Four Seasons leads for exact resort identity, twice-daily room service evidence, direct concierge, year-round pool and wellness, shuttle and ski-concierge detail and transparent valet and winter-driving guidance. Residences are excluded. Confirm room versus residence, seasonal services, CAD 58 valet, mandatory charges and cancellation.","decision_notes":["Service depth strong","Transport practical","Residences excluded"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/resorts/in/vancouver/profile/four-seasons-whistler-resort","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/resorts-vancouver-2026/four-seasons-whistler-resort","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null},{"rank":2,"entity":"Fairmont Chateau Whistler","entity_type":"Organization","descriptor":"Ski-in/ski-out Upper Village resort at 4599 Chateau Boulevard","best_for":"Immediate Blackcomb access with pools, health club and a large full-service resort footprint","why_it_ranks":"Fairmont Chateau Whistler ranks second for exact property evidence, ski-in/ski-out fit, detailed accessibility and health-club information and transparent parking and resort fee. Mountain operations do not belong to the hotel. Confirm lift season, room orientation, $55 resort fee, parking and cancellation.","decision_notes":["Slope access direct","Fees transparent","Mountain evidence separated"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/resorts/in/vancouver/profile/fairmont-chateau-whistler-resort","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/resorts-vancouver-2026/fairmont-chateau-whistler-resort","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null},{"rank":3,"entity":"The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler","entity_type":"Organization","descriptor":"All-suite resort at 4090 Whistler Way","best_for":"Suite space and village convenience close to Whistler Village Gondola","why_it_ranks":"The Westin earns third for exact all-suite property identity, pool, spa and fitness access, detailed room accessibility, pet terms and comparatively clear parking. Awards and Bonvoy status are capped. Confirm suite configuration, lift walk, seasonal services, parking, any resort fee and date-specific cancellation.","decision_notes":["All-suite format","Accessibility detailed","Loyalty capped"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/resorts/in/vancouver/profile/westin-whistler-resort","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/resorts-vancouver-2026/westin-whistler-resort","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null}],"interpretation":"Null metrics have not been published. A Bests list may contain fewer than three positions when the evidence gate does not support another entry."}