Top 5: Ways to Enjoy Après Ski in Vancouver

Carb-load with Beer and Nachos at St. Augustine’s
2360 Commercial Drive
This is a cult-classic activity for ski-bunnies and bros. A plate of nachos and a brew or two to recharge after a day on the slopes. St. Augustine’s on Commercial Drive (a nice halfway point between the North Shore mountains and The Burrard) has the perfect recipe for a hearty après meal. The casual brewpub has over 60 different beers on tap with many coming from local breweries – and you can see how much is left in each keg live online! On the menu, you’ll find all the usual suspects: burgers, pizza, wings and nachos, all deliciously done. 

Warm Up by the Fire at The Keg Steakhouse (or, you know, with us!)
1011 Mainland Street (and various locations throughout the city)
Snuggle up by the fire at The Keg Steakhouse, with the bonus of chowing down on a plate packed with protein. Known for its steak and side dishes, The Keg also offers a warm fireplace to cozy up at. The heated and covered rooftop patio at their Yaletown location offers views of the city while you warm up. Of course, there’s another fireplace located much closer to home – the one in our inner courtyard! Grab a blanket and curl up at our place. It’s the perfect spot to unwind and the commute to your room is mere steps.

Soak Sore Muscles at the Robert Lee YMCA pool
955 Burrard Street
If sore muscles require a nice, hot soak then look no further than our neighbour down the street, the Robert Lee YMCA. Open to everyone, the facility features a pool, sauna, steam room, and that all-important hot tub. The perfect reliever for the aches and pains that can follow a day shredding powder. If you’ve spent the day on the mountains, consider visiting later in the evening for a quieter and more relaxed atmosphere. The pool closes at 9:00 pm (6:00 pm on weekends) so no need to rush. The facility also includes a state-of-the-art gym and yoga studio if you’re looking for a spot to stretch.

Keep the Good Times Rolling with The Improv Centre
1502 Duranleau Street (Granville Island)
They say laughter is the best medicine, so along with an ibuprofen for what will likely be some sore muscles, you might want to take in an evening of comedy at The Improv Centre. Take your friends from the slopes to the stage as you enjoy an evening of fun and games that promises to have you rolling with laughter. With alumni like Colin Mochrie of Who’s Line Is It Anyway fame, the players here have world-class talent. From seasonal shows to pop-culture parodies, performances are guaranteed to tickle your funny-bone. As a bonus: the venue is located on Granville Island, home to some great craft beers and a cozy Keg fireplace so you can enjoy more than one of our recommended activities.

Stretch it Out with a Restorative Yoga Class at YYoga
888 Burrard Street
With adrenaline running high after breathtaking views on mountain runs, ground yourself with a yoga class. Restorative yoga in particular is a beginner level style of yoga designed to rejuvenate and relax both the mind and body. With a number of studios downtown, including YYoga just down the road from The Burrard, it’s quick and easy to take part in the most quintessential of west coast pairings: going from powder to pigeon pose in the same day.