Shell Mountainside Lodge in Whistler listed for sale, first hotel offering in village since 2016

“This is truly a rare opportunity to own in the heart of the Whistler Village, steps away from Whistler Blackcomb, North America’s largest ski resort,” says Curtis Gallagher, principal, vice-president, and Canadian hospitality lead at Avison Young. “A potential owner will recognize the immediate investment opportunities, with significant revenue potential in such a vibrant, thriving setting that attracts tourists from around the world year-round.”

Property details

The Shell Mountainside Lodge is located at 4417 Sundial Place, only a three-minute walk from the Whistler Village Gondola. It consists of 42 units (56 of 93 strata lots), offering a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations. The property currently operates as a timeshare and features premium shared amenities, including an outdoor pool and hot tub, underground parking, storage areas for skis, snowboards, and bicycles, a fitness centre, and laundry facilities. Zoned for tourist accommodation, the site allows for future development up to eight storeys.

A vibrant destination year-round

Whistler Village is internationally recognized for its alpine appeal, located two hours north of Vancouver. Home to Whistler Blackcomb, the resort offers over 8,000 acres of skiable terrain. In warmer months, visitors enjoy mountain biking, hiking, golfing, and various lake activities. The pedestrian-friendly village boasts European-style charm with diverse shopping, dining, nightlife, and year-round festivals such as the Crankworks Mountain Bike Festival and the Whistler Film Festival.

Court-ordered sales process

Avison Young has been retained by BDO Canada Limited to manage the sale through a court-ordered sale and investment solicitation process (SISP).

“We are honoured to manage this sales process for BDO Canada Limited to secure the best buyer possible for this rare opportunity in one of the most incredible hospitality markets Canada has to offer,” says Bijan Lalji, senior associate with Avison Young’s Capital Markets Group. “We encourage investors to bring strong offers forward by March 25, 2025 if they’d like to be a part of this highly desirable tourism landscape in Whistler.”

The sale process will unfold in two phases:

• Phase One: Interested parties must meet preliminary participant requirements and submit a non-binding bid by March 25, 2025. The minimum bid amount has been set at CA$12,180,000.
• Phase Two: Qualified bidders from Phase One will be invited to submit binding bids by April 25, 2025. If multiple offers remain in consideration, an auction will take place no later than May 7, 2025.

The final closing date for the sale is scheduled for May 29, 2025.