Where Was Hot Tub Time Machine Filmed?
The hilarious and nostalgic comedy, "Hot Tub Time Machine," took audiences on a wild ride back to the 1980s, but where was this time-traveling adventure actually filmed?
The majority of the film was shot in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. This picturesque mountain town provided the perfect backdrop for the film's fictional resort, "Pinnacle".
Here's a breakdown of some key filming locations:
Whistler Village:
- The Fairmont Chateau Whistler served as the exterior of the fictional Pinnacle Hotel.
- The Whistler Village Square was used for many of the outdoor scenes, including the iconic hot tub scene.
Other Locations in Whistler:
- The Lost Lake Park provided the setting for several scenes, including the flashback to the 1980s.
- The Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort was used for the ski scenes.
Other Filming Locations:
- Vancouver, British Columbia: While most of the film was shot in Whistler, some scenes were also filmed in Vancouver, including the "Hot Tub Time Machine" arcade.
- Los Angeles, California: Some interior scenes were filmed at studios in Los Angeles.
While the film's story revolves around a time-traveling hot tub, the real-life locations used to film it offer a beautiful and memorable setting. If you're a fan of the film, visiting these locations in Whistler and Vancouver will surely bring the movie to life.
