Spring into Celebration at The Westin Bear Mountain Resort & Spa
From a Celebrity Wine Dinner and Easter Menus to an Agave-Filled Cinco de Mayo
and Spa Escapes—Spring is in Full Swing on the Mountain
Spring has arrived at The Westin Bear Mountain Resort & Spa—bringing the perfect excuse to embrace the season’s magic on the mountain. Picture cherry blossoms in full bloom, crisp coastal air, and longer days perfect for exploring, relaxing, and indulging. Whether you’re visiting to toast a star-studded wine dinner, savour a fresh take on Easter dining, or dive into a tequila-paired Cinco de Mayo celebration, the calendar is bursting with flavour and fun. Add in our daily $7 Happy Hour, Friday Night Flights, live music, and the luxurious Amatista Spa, and there’s always something new to enjoy at every turn.
Exclusive Q&A Wine Dinner with Jason Priestley, Terry David Mulligan and Winemaker, Michal Mosny and other happenings:
Mark Your Calendar—Spring is in Full Swing
Exclusive Q&A Wine Dinner with Jason Priestley, Terry David Mulligan and Winemaker, Michal Mosny
Saturday, May 17 | 7pm – 9:30pm
Join us for an intimate evening showcasing Q&A Wines, the prestigious project by actor-director Jason Priestley, broadcaster Terry David Mulligan, and renowned winemaker Michal Mosny. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted five-course dinner by Executive Chef Dylan Casimiro, paired with exquisite wines from Q&A and Winemaker’s CUT. Highlights include Haida Gwaii Halibut with pumpkin seed beurre blanc and Birch Glazed Short Rib accompanied by the 2020 Q&A Red Blend. View the full menu here. $150 per person + taxes and gratuity, limited seats available—reserve early on OpenTable.
Easter Brunch – Sunday, April 20 | 7am – 1pm
Celebrate Easter morning at Callisto, the resort’s signature restaurant set among the clouds, offering panoramic views and vibrant West Coast flavours. Chef Dylan Casimiro has crafted a delightful brunch featuring Lamb Benny with brown butter hollandaise, Brioche French Toast with Nutella chantilly, and an Easter Bakery Basket filled with Pastry Chef Madeline Beaumont’s house-made treats. A special children’s menu ensures a joyful, family-friendly experience. Reservations strongly recommended. Book here.
Easter Dinner – Sunday, April 20 | 5pm – 9pm
End Easter Sunday with a refined culinary experience at Callisto, offering an elegant prix-fixe menu highlighting Vancouver Island’s spring ingredients. Begin with options such as Leek & Celeriac Soup, Jumbo Prawn Cocktail, or Deviled Eggs, followed by entrées including Chicken Supreme, Haida Gwaii Halibut, Surf & Turf, or Spring Orecchiette. Finish with Pastry Chef Madeline Beaumont’s seasonal desserts like Chocolate Lovers Nest or Carrot Garden Trifle. A dedicated children’s menu is available. View the full menu. Reserve on OpenTable.
Easter at Home with Chef Madeline: Bunny-Inspired Carrot Cake
As winter’s chill gives way to spring’s warmth in Victoria, it’s not just flowers beginning to bloom—bunnies are hopping joyfully in parks, signalling brighter, sweeter days ahead. Inspired by these cheerful harbingers of Easter, Pastry Chef Madeline Beaumont has crafted a dessert that’s equal parts nostalgic and imaginative. Her Bunny-Inspired Carrot Cake features classic spiced carrot cake, rum-soaked raisins, and a decadent chocolate cream cheese icing. Topped with whimsical seasonal flair, it’s a festive treat guaranteed to spark smiles around your table.
Cinco de Mayo Tequila Pairing Dinner – Saturday, May 10 | 7pm – 9pm
Experience Cinco de Mayo with an exclusive Agave Pairing Dinner, featuring premium Mexican tequilas and mezcals expertly paired with innovative dishes by Chef Dylan Casimiro. Enjoy pairings such as Avocado and Caviar with Maestro Dobel Cristalino and Albacora Tuna Ceviche with 400 Conejos Mezcal, culminating in indulgent Churros paired with Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo. Tickets are $99 per person, excluding taxes and gratuity. View the menu and reserve here.
Ongoing Experiences to Sip, Sway & Savour
Friday Night Flights – Fridays | 6pm–7pm | $50 per person
Join us each Friday evening at The Den for an intimate, guided wine tasting hosted by Sommelier Bipin Bhatt. Each week features a new global theme, paired with curated bites from Executive Chef Dylan Casimiro. Reservations required. Call 250-391-7160 to book your seat.
April 18: Wines of Italy – from Tuscany to Piedmont.
April 25: Spain & Portugal – bold, diverse, and unforgettable.
Live Music Weekends – Fridays & Saturdays at Callisto | 6pm-9pm
Enjoy the sounds of spring with rotating live performances by local musicians—perfectly paired with Callisto’s evening ambiance, scenic views, and signature West Coast fare:
April 18: Tom Lang | April 19: Vinyl Wave
April 25: Julie Corrigan | April 26: Vinyl Wave
Daily Happy Hour at Serip Bar | 2pm–5pm
Wind down with mountain views and our $7 Happy Hour menu, featuring house wines, highballs, and handcrafted cocktails like the Caesar or Salted Lime Margarita. Snack on Jumbo Prawn Cocktail, Scotch Quail Egg or Charcuterie—small bites with big flavour in one of Victoria’s most scenic lounges and best-kept Happy Hour secrets.
Spring SPA’ahhh Renewal at Amatista Spa
Refresh and rejuvenate this spring with exclusive spa offerings designed to restore your inner glow and set the tone for the season ahead. Amatista Spa features 12 luxurious treatment rooms, a steam room, sauna, and the re-opened Serenity Pool—an outdoor oasis ideal for unwinding before or after your treatment. Complete with plush seating, a cozy fire pit, and peaceful Pacific Northwest views, this tranquil retreat is the perfect setting to breathe deep, relax fully, and reconnect with your well-being.
Melting Moments Massage
$199 for 75 minutes | April 1 – June 30
Melt into relaxation with this 75-minute sensory escape featuring Lola’s Apothecary essential oils. Includes a revitalizing back scrub, full-body aromatherapy massage, and Moroccan hot oil scalp treatment.
Wednesday Indulgence
$265.50 for 120 minutes
Make midweek your moment of self-care with a 120-minute spa experience. Choose between a 60-minute customized organic facial or massage, paired with a classic pedicure in our serene setting.
Sunday Bliss | $220 for 90 minutes
End your weekend on the ultimate high note with a 90-minute wellness journey. Includes a 45-minute custom massage followed by a 45-minute organic facial to leave you refreshed and radiant.
To book any of these promotions, call 250.391.3705. Make it a retreat and book a sleepover, with rooms starting at $275/night.
