Sun Peaks Lodge, Sun Peaks, Canada

· central location · ski-in, ski-out · 1-2 minutes' walk to the Sunburst and Sundance lifts

Sitting nice and snug in the centre of Sun Peaks is the friendly family-run Sun Peaks Lodge. The only privately-owned property in Sun Peaks is one of the smallest and most unique as it offers solely hotel rooms. lt has a distinctively European façade with its window baskets and dark wood cladding - a pretty addition to the colourful array of buildings that line the main street of the resort. Exploring the area is easy too - a plethora of restaurants and shops are right outside the front door and, what's more, you don't have to walk to the lifts - just pop on your skis or board at the door and off you go.

The Lodge itself is welcoming and comfortable and the German owners go out of their way to make you feel at home. The rooms are simple with a timeless design, and all have views of either Sun Peaks village or Mount Morrisey.

After you've unclipped your ski boots at the end of the day, you don't have to head into the village for a bit of entertainment. If you want to chill out, you can't beat reclining in the comfy armchairs by the open fireplace in the hotel's lobby or, for a little me-time, heading down to the wellness area to relax in either the sauna, steam room or whirlpool.

A stay at the Lodge also means you'll be able to fill up on a tasty continental buffet breakfast each morning. In the evenings you're free to try out some of the fantastic eateries in the village but, if you'd prefer, you can always dine at the on-site steakhouse followed by a drink in the hotel bar.

If you're expecting the grandeur and glamour of a big-name American hotel chain, you won't find it at Sun Peaks Lodge, but what you will find is unpretentious décor, top-class hospitality and a wonderful location in this stunning mountain resort.

· bar · free WiFi · sauna · steam room · whirlpool · extra charge for massage · on-site à la carte steakhouse · lift to second floor · in-house ski shop · ski room with boot rack

All rooms have a flatscreen TV, free WiFi, telephone, hairdryer, safe, fridge, tea kettle and coffee making facilities, and are non-smoking. Interconnecting rooms are available, on request, subject to availability. Some rooms offer a shared balcony.

Comfort Room - sleeps 1-2: either 2 queen beds or 1 king bed, private bath or shower and WC

Comfort Room - sleeps 1-4: either one king bed, or two queen beds, private bath or shower and WC.

· continental buffet breakfast