Where to stay in Big White
Stay in Big White's car-free village for ski-in/ski-out, in condos and chalets around the mountain served by the free village shuttle, or in Kelowna about an hour away for lower prices.
- Fly into
- YLW
- Pass
- Independent
- Base elevation
- 4,950 ft
- Snow next 7 days
- 1.3"
Best areas to stay near Big White
Big White Village
$$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: ski-in/ski-out, restaurants, and families
A car-free village at mid-mountain, billed as Canada's largest ski-in/ski-out village. Most lodging puts you right on a run.
See places to stay in Big White Village ↗Mountain condos and chalets
$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: groups and longer stays with a kitchen
Condos and chalets spread across the mountain, many ski-in/ski-out. A free shuttle runs around the village daily in winter.
See places to stay in Mountain condos and chalets ↗Kelowna
$$Drive to the lifts · Best for: lowest prices, wineries, and the airport
About 56 km (35 miles) away, roughly an hour's drive up a mountain road. Airport shuttles run to the resort in ski season.
See places to stay in Kelowna ↗Big White lodging areas compared
| Area | Getting to the lifts | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big White Village | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$$ | Ski-in/ski-out, restaurants, and families |
| Mountain condos and chalets | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$ | Groups and longer stays with a kitchen |
| Kelowna | Drive to the lifts | $$ | Lowest prices, wineries, and the airport |
Map of hotels and rentals near Big White
Hotels and rentals near Big White load here.
Or search places to stay now ↗Tips for booking a Big White trip
- Holidays sell out first. Christmas week, MLK and Presidents' Day weekends, and spring break fill slopeside lodging months ahead. Other weeks often have deals close in.
- Book refundable, then watch the snow. Hold a room you can cancel, then check the Big White snow forecast a week out. The best time to ski Big White page shows which months are usually snowiest.
- Know what "ski-in/ski-out" means. Some listings are a long walk or a shuttle from the lifts. Read what ski-in/ski-out really means before paying extra.
- Traveling with kids? Stay close to ski school drop-off. See the family ski trip guide and the free ski trip planner.
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Where to stay in Big White: FAQ
Where should I stay in Big White?
Stay in Big White's car-free village for ski-in/ski-out, in condos and chalets around the mountain served by the free village shuttle, or in Kelowna about an hour away for lower prices.
Is there ski-in/ski-out lodging at Big White?
Yes. For lodging at or steps from the lifts, look in Big White Village and Mountain condos and chalets. Expect to pay the most for these areas, especially over holidays.
Where is the cheapest place to stay near Big White?
Kelowna is usually the lowest-cost area: About 56 km (35 miles) away, roughly an hour's drive up a mountain road. Airport shuttles run to the resort in ski season.
What airport do you fly into for Big White?
The closest major airport to Big White is Kelowna International (YLW). Snow Way lists it as the nearest airport with regular flights.
When should I book lodging for Big White?
Book Christmas to New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, Presidents' Day weekend, and spring break months ahead, since slopeside lodging sells out first. For other weeks, refundable bookings let you hold a room and still move your trip toward the best snow forecast.
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Big White snow report · Ski resorts in British Columbia
Cost tiers are relative within Big White, not quoted prices. Bus and shuttle routes can change by season, so confirm lift access with your lodging before you book.