Loden Hotel

This unpretentious, eco-friendly hotel has lovely views of the North Shore Mountains, plus it's pet-friendly, so you can bring along your dog. The 70 rooms are decorated in shades of green and chocolate brown, and thoughtful touches include en suite Wii units and yoga mats. At night, locals congregate at the buzzy Tableau Bar Bistro for French-influenced dishes and an expansive wine list.