Travel & Accommodation

Welcome to Beautiful British Columbia

The RBC GranFondo Whistler is a stunning point-to-point cycling journey along the famous Sea to Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. Both locations offer travellers an unrivaled Canadian and West Coast experience, with fantastic accommodation options, activities keep you entertained and a whole host of ways to get around.

Why else should you ride here? As an event we’ve been voted the best Gran Fondo in North America in 2018, 2019, 2023 & 2024, and Vancouver Airport (YVR) only a 30 minute direct metro train from Vancouver downtown and the Stanley Park startline.

Vancouver Accommodation

About Vancouver

The RBC GranFondo Whistler is a stunning point-to-point cycling journey along the famous Sea to Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. Both locations offer an unrivaled Canadian and West Coast experience, with fantastic accommodation options, a variety of activities keep you entertained and a whole host of ways to get around.

Why else should you ride here? As an event we’ve been voted the best Gran Fondo in North America for the last two years running, with the best voted airport in North America (YVR) only a 20 minute direct metro train from downtown and a variety of excellent hotels for all budget ranges.

Book Vancouver

Book Vancouver - get $75 off your entry

Book through StayVancouverHotels.com using promo code “GRANFONDO2024” or by using widget above.

Min. 2 nights with the $75 post-race credit offer and for 2 racers when booking 3+ nights.  48 hours cancellation policy up to August 15th  and then non-cancellable.

Upon booking, you will automatically be eligible for $75 off RBC GranFondo Whistler registration.

Booking subsequent nights as separate reservations will be treated the same as a single reservation for multiple nights.

For stays from September 1-15, 2024

Bookings can be made using VISA, MasterCard, or American Express.

This offer is limited and may end at any time.

StayVancouverHotels.com Terms and Conditions Apply.

If you are already registered, and would like to take advantage, please email us a copy of your hotel booking confirmation and we will refund $75 back to your account per person, up to 2 codes maximum.

Maximum of $75 off per rider registration.

Whistler Accommodation

About Whistler

We work with Whistler.com, the Official Central Reservations for Tourism Whistler. Whistler.com offers a diverse selection of accommodation, which means you will find the perfect place to call home during your stay.

Whistler Village and surrounding area offer a selection of accommodation options, including attractive mountainside townhomes, full-service hotels, secluded alpine homes and fully equipped condominiums, all a short drive/taxi/bus from Creekside Village.

Stay 2+ Nights and receive a free dining voucher

Secure your lodging for the RBC GranFondo Whistler and receive a free Dining Voucher when you extend your stay.

  • Stay 2 nights or more, receive $50 CAD
  • Stay 3 nights or more, receive $100 CAD
  • Stay 5 nights or more, receive $200 CAD

Book your lodging online and enter promo code GRANFONDO2024 at check-out, or call 1.800.944.7853 and mention the offer to one our Whistler-based Travel Consultants.

Hurry this offer is available for a limited time while quantities last!

*Dining vouchers can be used at participating restaurants only and are issued for bookings made directly through Whistler.com. Vouchers are valid for arrivals from September 3 – 9, 2024. Unused Dining Vouchers expire on November 30, 2024. Only available while quantities last.

Book Whistler

Whistler Group Concierge

For groups looking for 8 or more rooms per night please contact Justin Biehl:

Justin@Whistler.com / 604-966-3218

For smaller bookings or general help, call or email Tourism Whistler direct.

Event Shuttles

We’ve got you covered

To help you get back from Whistler, we offer passenger and bike shuttles on both event day Saturday and also Sunday.

There’s a choice of buses that can take you and your bike up and down, plus free parking options and bag drop points so that you can simply focus on having fun.

Concord Pacific Park and Ride

For those that purchase an event shuttle, choose to add on FREE parking at Concord Pacific Place, Vancouver.

Located a 15 minute ride from the startline, shuttles will return you / your bike here after the event.

Please note: if you plan to stay the night in Whistler, you should not purchase the Saturday Bike Transportation option to avoid an overnight fee.

All cars must be picked up by 6pm on Sunday.

* availability is limited, first come first serve.

Sundial hotel logo

Thank you to the Sundial Hotel Whistler, who will be supporting the Concord Pacific Bike Park in Whistler after you’ve finished your ride.

Bike Services

Velofix: official mechanical support partner

Velofix logo

With the Fondo just around the corner there is no better time to get your bike race ready. Velofix offers premium bike shop servicing from the convenience of your home or office. Just visit us online and book your next service and we come to you. It really is that easy!

*Please note that VeloFix covers a large territory of both the USA and Canada however our service availability is subject to coverage in your area.

Bike boxing, shipping and builds

We can help get your bike packed up and delivered to your hotel or place of accommodation. Learn more

Need help getting your bike assembled when you get to Vancouver? Check out our build packages.

Alternative mechanical Support

If you still need a tune-up, or have any other mechanical needs, there are also many shops around Vancouver to help you out. Here are some great options:

West Point Cycles
The Original Bike Shop
Obsession
Reckless
Comor
Steed Cycles
Krusty’s Bikes
Pitt Meadows Cycle
North Shore Road Bike
Cycle City Tours

Bike Rentals

Fly

Air Canada travel deal

Air Canada is pleased to offer flight discounts for the RBC GranFondo Whistler event.

  • For North America – 5% standard fares, 10% flex & up
  • For International Travel – 10% on standard fares & up

Simply add the code  HJEAFGT1 in the promotion box when you book your flight at www.aircanada.com and the discounts will automatically calculate for you. Discounts also apply 7 days pre & post the event dates to provide more flexibility. For any question reach out to meetings.events@aircanada.ca. Enjoy your flight.