Hotels in British Columbia, Canada

British Columbia spans from the Pacific coast to the Rocky Mountains, with mild winters in Vancouver averaging 37°F (3°C) and snowy alpine interiors averaging 14°F (-10°C) in January. Famous for its rugged Coast Mountains and old-growth rainforests, you can ski at Whistler Blackcomb from November to May, then kayak with orcas in Johnstone Strait from June to September when temperatures reach 72°F (22°C). The Okanagan Valley offers hot summers up to 95°F (35°C) ideal for wine tours, while spring and fall bring fewer crowds for hiking the 1,545-foot Shannon Falls near Squamish.