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Globe and Mail
3 days ago
- Globe and Mail
B.C.'s Eleven Revelstoke Lodge is a boutique hotel for adventure seekers in all seasons
Revelstoke is one of my favourite B.C. ski towns. In 2021, I spent a week floating through deep powder and steep treed runs of Revelstoke mountain, an otherwise terrible year marred by pandemic shutdowns. So when I returned to Revy on a sunny June day, I was already half in love with this gritty little town of 8,000, a mecca for skiers and boarders. The other half was slightly bewildered by the mountain bikes, hiking shoes, climbing gear and canoes on display. A summer Revelstoke? This would require some adjustment. The elegant and decidedly upscale Eleven Revelstoke Lodge helped make that painless. Why you should visit Unlike the other heli-skiing adventure lodges owned by Colorado-based tour company Eleven, which are scattered in remote parts of Iceland, Patagonia and New Zealand, the Revelstoke property is on a main street in the middle of a former mining and logging town in the interior of B.C. The 1911 heritage red brick building has been a tobacco shop, a billiard hall, a bowling alley and a dentist's office, among other things, before the latest renovations by design firm Twelve Interiors (yes, you read that right). With 12 bedrooms and space for 24 people, Eleven is a boutique hotel, grand but unassuming from the outside. The magic starts when you enter. The hotel is a feast for the eyes, with vibrant colours, refurbished furniture, varying textures and elegant finishings with a mid-century-modern-meets-boho appeal. Marlin Fontaine, a 53-year-old hotel guest from Regina, was on a road trip with a friend when they stumbled across the lodge. 'I saw the beautiful front doors and the wooden bar and thought that someone had put a lot of thought into this place,' Fontaine said. The rooftop terrace has a fire pit, hot tub, red cedar sauna, steam room and ice plunge. The outdoor seating is casual, with plenty of cushions amid potted plants and stunning views of the surrounding mountains that, yes, did make me momentarily ache for my skis. The cozy third-floor indoor space is where I spent most of my time. A wooden bar stretches across one end, with a Nespresso coffee maker for us early risers, a plush couch and cozy armchairs facing a wood-burning fireplace. There's a record player and a collection of vinyl tucked in the corner. An L-shaped couch facing a large television anchors the adjoining room, with wrap-around window views of the snow-capped Monashee Mountains. The entire space has plush carpets and an array of books on topics from nature to architecture, biographies to fiction and, yes, skiing. My two-storey suite had a main-floor mini-bar fridge stocked with water (in a reusable metal container), a portable radio, a couch, chairs and more books. Upstairs, I was delighted by the reading light and cellphone charging pad by my king-sized bed, which brought new meaning to the word comfortable. Many guests come to Eleven looking for adventure – and the staff takes that seriously. They've partnered with local vendors to book any outdoor activity your heart desires and your legs can handle for an extra fee. I spent an afternoon white-water rafting with Apex Rafting. After a short bus ride and good deal of instruction, our group geared up and set out for a half-day of adrenalin-pumping action. Our guide calmly propelled us 26 kilometres down a glacier-fed river, through churning water, rocks and rapids, and, at moments, gentle waters, all of it framed by jaw-dropping natural beauty. That's the thing about summer Revy: It kept surprising and delighting me. Long seen as a pit stop for travellers winding their way from Vancouver to Jasper, Alta., Revelstoke is quietly emerging as a warm-weather destination, says Nina Frohlicher, general manager of Eleven Canada, a Swiss native who settled in Revy seven years ago. 'This town is up and coming for summer. We're a destination on our own – there's so much to do here and we want people to stay longer,' she said. Breakfast for lodge guests is included in the adjacent restaurant, the Quartermaster Eatery. The shrimp toast with avocado was delicious but the potato rosti that accompanied the eggs was my morning highlight. There's a tiny cocktail bar for guests tucked away in the basement of the lodge, which opens sporadically, as well as a gym and wellness area, where you can book a massage. Room for improvement If you're someone who likes to unpack their clothes, you'll find the layout of the three Eleven suites frustrating – there's a narrow space to hang some clothing on each side of the bed. To reach the one chest of drawers, you'll have to go up and down the stairs. Given that Eleven Revelstoke is surrounded by buildings, there are limited views from the bedrooms. My suite faced a parking lot so I kept the day shades lowered. Similarly, the rooftop lounge overlooks electrical wires, and you can hear and see the train from the hot tub space. I found it charming, but not everyone will. Since you're in the neighbourhood From December to March, only heli-skiers who book with Kingfisher Heli-Skiing can stay at Eleven Revelstoke Lodge. But in the summer months, it's open to all guests. And if extreme outdoor adventure is not your jam, there are scenic walks and light hikes you can undertake in or near the bustling town, home to shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as a growing music and arts scene. The take-away Revelstoke Lodge isn't geared for small children or large families. The rooms are set up for two people, and the vibe in the shared spaces is decidedly adult. Older kids could comfortably stay, since three of the bedrooms offer split king beds. But it's an ideal place for couples with communal or opposing passions; say, one goes hiking while the other fly fishes, then they meet up for dinner and a rooftop soak. Me? I'd happily travel there with my skis or my hikers. The writer was a guest of Eleven Revelstoke Lodge. It did not review or approve the story before publication.
Condé Nast Traveler
01-07-2025
- Condé Nast Traveler
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge — Hotel Review
Why book? Among the constellation of stunning ski destinations that string across Canada, Revelstoke in interior British Columbia is a rising star of a mountain town that promises so much more than just its pristinely snowy slopes. Set the scene While the lodge's website serves in part as an interactive sizzle reel of frontiersman adventure—envision skiers zipping through cumulonimbus clouds of powder, rafters burping out of whitewater fangs, the whip snap of a fly-fisher's reel—Revelstoke is the kind of place that can swing along to most tempos of life. The town itself has the idyllic and quaint charm of a lego set, the streets skirted with two- to three-story townhouses where moms and pops have set up shops. Situated on a central corner just off the side of Mackenzie Avenue, Eleven Revelstoke Lodge is a charming red brick building accented by sharp black trim. The lobby is a modest space where the front desk is the focal point. The real hub lies behind the adjoining door at the Quartermaster Eatery, the on-site restaurant and regular watering hole of the surrounding town. As an intimate 12-key property, the lodge itself doesn't see much traffic, but you'll find plenty of the town's visitors and residents milling through the Quartermaster for upscale bites and a glass or two of local BC wine. Everyone you come across tends to have a certain vacation glow about them, whether it's the C-suite execs who've swapped their button-downs for waders, the honeymooners pairing their Hokas with newly purchased Revy merch, or even the lodge's winsome, laid-back staff who feel like they're genuinely invested in tales from your morning hike. The backstory Originally constructed in 1911 by architect Hector McKinnon (who's also the building's namesake), the lodge lays claim to a lengthy resume. Once serving as a haberdashery, pool hall, apartment building to name just a few of its past lives, the hotel feels made of Revelstoke history. Just prior to Eleven's ownership of the property, it lived as The Explorers Society Hotel with a more modern, raw material aesthetic. In its current iteration, the lodge embodies the full Eleven treatment with cozy, texturally satisfying interiors that feel lifted from an aspirational Pinterest board for whimsical winter cabins. The rooms Whether it's one of the property's smaller standard rooms or spacious Captain's suites, stepping into your lodgings feels like stepping into the canvas of a Helen Frankenthaler painting. It's all warm mustards, deep sage greens, and the occasional pop of a bright blue or red on the walls or bedding. The decor is a masterclass in color, and it doesn't hurt that almost everything is fuzzy, plush, and velvety to the touch. The two-story Captain's suites are where Eleven pulls out all the stops. The lower story reads as a low-key entertainment space with an impressive flatscreen, classy mini-bar, and sprawling couch with room for a few to sink into. Heading upstairs, there are those small, key details that prove that the team has truly thought of everything—whether it's the portmanteau of travel reading up in the bedroom comprised of a healthy mix of guidebooks, deep cut travelogues, and memoirs or the ultra-techy Japanese bidets. From the threshold to the bathroom, gold pieces thread through the decor and lend a subtle yet artful flourish to the design. Aesop soaps and bath products fill the bathroom with a floral ambient aroma and after a warm shower, you're met with radiant heat floors rather than jarring cold tiles—a real creature comfort for the winter. Food and drink The Quartermaster Eatery currently operates three days of week with plans to ramp up to daily service. While guests can join for breakfast daily where well-executed staples are available, you really want to come here for lunch and dinner. The menu plays with fresh, local ingredients, and while each dish's twists are certainly inventive, rest assured that there are no cheap plays for novelty here. To start, don't skip out on the sablefish wings with a tangy, gochujang sauce with a sweet heat reminiscent of kissing the glass of a tajin-rimmed margarita. Entree offerings run the gamut from the flaky, light-as-air cod to the rich, comforting schnitzel. Top off with the deconstructed cheesecake that mixes in sugary graham cracker crumbs and fresh blueberries in the whorls of thick cream. The spa Though small in quantity, the four treatment rooms here do the trick and finish with a curtsy with full body massages, facials, aromatherapy, and more on offer to work out any knots or sore spots you might have from the day's adventures. If you're more inclined to me time, head up to the rooftop for a steam, sauna, or soak in the hot tub overlooking the mountains, and should you feel so inclined, the staff can even fill up the cold plunge for you. The service The amiable staff encapsulate an unfailingly friendly, utterly Canadian attitude. They'll help tailor your itinerary, handily provide recommendations, and guide you through your itinerary in Revelstoke. Queries about local hiking trails, the building's history, or the best spot to pull up a stool and get a pint of the best local IPA are answered with the same casual expertise. Eleven's staff will be the first to ease you into the town's casual sense of mountain time. For families While some standard and king rooms can be joined together as a makeshift two-suite set-up and there is a kids' bunk room, Revelstoke is best enjoyed as an outdoor destination. Families with younger kids who may not be ready to raft, hike, or take to the slopes, might want to save their stay for another year or two. Eco effort All Eleven properties abide by the brand's commitment to sustainability which includes the opportunity for guests to invest in carbon offsetting initiatives, partnership with local community organizations, a 'leave no trace' ethos to their outdoor excursions and furniture sourcing, and an approach to renovation that emphasizes historical preservation of the existing build site. Anything left to mention? The rooftop lounge is arguably the crown jewel of the entire hotel fit with a vibey record player, cinematically large flatscreen, and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The whole space feels like a penthouse perching above the valley. For longer stays, you might even want to dedicate an evening to indulging in a little R&R while you wait for the sunset.
CTV News
10-06-2025
- CTV News
Crown to consider charging RCMP officer who fatally shot suspected car thief in Revelstoke, B.C.
The older sister of the man shot to death by police in Revelstoke, B.C., in August 2023 has identified him as Garry Pashe Jr., a 23-year-old father of two from Manitoba. (Mellisa Pashe) The office that investigates the use of force by police officers in B.C. has referred the case of a man shot by Mounties in Revelstoke in 2023 to the provincial prosecution service. The referral stems from an incident that occurred shortly before midnight on Aug. 27, 2023, according to a statement issued by the Independent Investigations Office of B.C. on Tuesday. At that time, Revelstoke RCMP responded to a call about a stolen vehicle, and an officer located the vehicle in question on Victoria Road East, the IIO said. 'There was an interaction, and shots were fired by police,' the agency's statement reads. 'Emergency Health Services (EHS) attended, but the man who had been driving the stolen vehicle was later pronounced deceased.' The IIO investigated the incident, and chief civilian director Jessica Berglund determined that 'reasonable grounds exist to believe that one officer may have committed offences in relation to the use of force.' Berglund has now referred the matter to the B.C. Prosecution Service, which will determine whether the officer should be charged. In making its decision, the BCPS will consider whether there is a substantial likelihood of conviction and whether prosecuting the officer would be in the public interest. The IIO said it would not be making any additional comment about the facts of the case while prosecutors are deliberating. 'Whatever happened is not right' While authorities shared little information about the case on Tuesday, statements from the time of the incident shed a bit more light on the situation. In its statement days after the shooting, the B.C. RCMP alleged that there had been contact between the stolen vehicle and a police vehicle. It also said that the driver of the stolen vehicle had gotten out, led officers on 'a brief foot chase,' and then entered the police vehicle. Police said one officer fired at the man, striking him. He was taken to hospital, where he died from his injuries. In the weeks after the incident, CTV News was contacted by the sister of the deceased man, who identified him as Garry Pashe Jr., a 23-year-old father of two from Manitoba. Mellisa Pashe described her youngest brother as a 'happy kid' who had come to B.C. to help a cousin move and was trying to get home in time for his son's first birthday. Pashe said she thinks he messaged her on the day before his death because he was looking for financial assistance to help him get back to Manitoba. She said she thinks that's also why he stole the car, but whatever the reason for his encounter with police that night, she's convinced it shouldn't have ended the way it did. 'It's not right,' she said. 'Whatever happened is not right.' She said her brother 'wasn't a violent person' and 'never had weapons on him.' 'They could've Tased him,' she said. 'They could've used any other kind of force other than shooting him … He was a big kid, but I think he was more scared than anything. For them to pull a gun out on him, I can just imagine his fears.'
CTV News
10-06-2025
- CTV News
IIO refers fatal 2023 Revelstoke RCMP shooting to Crown for consideration of charges
The older sister of the man shot to death by police in Revelstoke, B.C., in August 2023 has identified him as Garry Pashe Jr., a 23-year-old father of two from Manitoba. (Mellisa Pashe) The office that investigates the use of force by police officers in B.C. has referred the case of a man shot by Mounties in Revelstoke in 2023 to the provincial prosecution service. The referral stems from an incident that occurred shortly before midnight on Aug. 27, 2023, according to a statement issued by the Independent Investigations Office of B.C. on Tuesday. At that time, Revelstoke RCMP responded to a call about a stolen vehicle, and an officer located the vehicle in question on Victoria Road East, the IIO said. 'There was an interaction, and shots were fired by police,' the agency's statement reads. 'Emergency Health Services (EHS) attended, but the man who had been driving the stolen vehicle was later pronounced deceased.' The IIO investigated the incident, and chief civilian director Jessica Berglund determined that 'reasonable grounds exist to believe that one officer may have committed offences in relation to the use of force.' Berglund has now referred the matter to the B.C. Prosecution Service, which will determine whether the officer should be charged. In making its decision, the BCPS will consider whether there is a substantial likelihood of conviction and whether prosecuting the officer would be in the public interest. The IIO said it would not be making any additional comment about the facts of the case while prosecutors are deliberating. 'Whatever happened is not right' While authorities shared little information about the case on Tuesday, statements from the time of the incident shed a bit more light on the situation. In its statement days after the shooting, the B.C. RCMP alleged that there had been contact between the stolen vehicle and a police vehicle. It also said that the driver of the stolen vehicle had gotten out, led officers on 'a brief foot chase,' and then entered the police vehicle. Police said one officer fired at the man, striking him. He was taken to hospital, where he died from his injuries. In the weeks after the incident, CTV News was contacted by the sister of the deceased man, who identified him as Garry Pashe Jr., a 23-year-old father of two from Manitoba. Mellisa Pashe described her youngest brother as a 'happy kid' who had come to B.C. to help a cousin move and was trying to get home in time for his son's first birthday. Pashe said she thinks he messaged her on the day before his death because he was looking for financial assistance to help him get back to Manitoba. She said she thinks that's also why he stole the car, but whatever the reason for his encounter with police that night, she's convinced it shouldn't have ended the way it did. 'It's not right,' she said. 'Whatever happened is not right.' She said her brother 'wasn't a violent person' and 'never had weapons on him.' 'They could've Tased him,' she said. 'They could've used any other kind of force other than shooting him … He was a big kid, but I think he was more scared than anything. For them to pull a gun out on him, I can just imagine his fears.'
CBC
29-05-2025
- General
- CBC
Alberta woman wrongfully released from jail on fake papers arrested in B.C.
Social Sharing An Alberta woman on the lam for more than a month after being wrongfully released from an Edmonton-area jail has been arrested by B.C. RCMP. Alberta RCMP said in a news release that 24-year-old Mackenzie Dawn Hardy, as well as alleged accomplice, 27-year-old David Joseph Wood, had been arrested in Revelstoke, B.C., on Thursday. Hardy had been charged with several offences, including possession of stolen property, impaired driving, flight from police and driving without insurance or registration and was arrested in March by Red Deer RCMP. The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service said earlier this month that Hardy was released after staff at the Fort Saskatchewan Correctional Centre, about 40 kilometres northeast of Edmonton, were shown documents saying her charges were stayed — but those papers were false. According to the news release, Red Deer RCMP determined that Wood conspired with Hardy and assisted with the fraudulent release. An arrest warrant was issued for Wood last week. The pair were arrested after a patrol officer with Revelstoke RCMP observed two individuals recognized as Hardy and Wood walking away from a stolen vehicle, police said. In addition to Hardy's outstanding warrants, she has additionally been charged with escaping lawful custody, police said. Wood has been charged with assisting the escape of a prisoner, identify fraud and uttering a forged document. A woman who identifies herself as Hardy posted videos on the social media platform TikTok, where she taunts law enforcement and denied that the papers were fake. Both Hardy and Wood have been taken before a Justice of the Peace and remanded into custody, police said. They will be taken back to Alberta will they will be brought before the courts regarding future court dates.
