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This family-run hotel has been welcoming guests since 1935, offering comfortable rooms, a restaurant serving local cuisine, and a spa with mineral-rich pools and treatments. The highlight is the natural hot springs, which flow into a horseshoe-shaped cave and an outdoor pool overlooking the lake. You can soak in the healing waters, enjoy the scenery, and explore the nearby attractions such as the historic town of Kaslo, the Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park, and the Cody Caves. The resort is located on the eastern shore of Kootenay Lake, about an hour’s drive from Nelson, in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia. The area is known for its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and outdoor recreation. The resort is surrounded by forested hills and mountains, and has direct access to the lakefront. The resort has a rustic and cozy vibe, with wooden furniture, stone fireplaces, and warm colours. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with balconies or patios offering lake or mountain views. The restaurant has a casual and friendly atmosphere, with large windows and a terrace overlooking the lake. The spa is a tranquil oasis, with soothing music and aromatherapy.
Sustainability
The resort is committed to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. It uses geothermal energy to heat the hot springs and the buildings, and solar panels to generate electricity. It also recycles, composts, and uses biodegradable products. The resort supports local farmers, artisans, and businesses by sourcing organic and fair-trade ingredients, products, and services. It also donates to various charities and causes, such as the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation, the Nelson Food Cupboard, and the Kootenay Animal Assistance Program.
The resort is a family-owned and operated business that employs local staff and contributes to the economic development of the region. It also fosters a sense of community and belonging among its guests and staff, by hosting events, activities, and workshops that celebrate the culture, history, and nature of the area. The resort also encourages its guests to learn about and respect the indigenous heritage and traditions of the Ktunaxa Nation, whose ancestral lands include the hot springs.
Rooms
The resort has 43 rooms, ranging from standard rooms with queen or king beds, to deluxe rooms with fireplaces and jetted tubs, to suites with separate living areas and kitchenettes. All rooms have balconies or patios with lake or mountain views, as well as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, coffee makers, and bathrobes. Some rooms are pet-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.
Food and drink
The resort’s restaurant, The Ktunaxa Grill, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring local and seasonal dishes with a twist. You can enjoy hearty soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, pastas, steaks, seafood, and more. The restaurant also has a full bar with a selection of wines, beers, cocktails, and spirits. You can dine indoors or outdoors on the terrace overlooking the lake. Room service is also available.
Things to do
You can soak in the natural hot springs, which have therapeutic benefits for your body and mind. You can also indulge in a massage, facial, or body treatment at the spa, which uses natural and organic products. You can join a yoga class, a meditation session, or a guided hike to enhance your wellness. You can also participate in a cultural workshop, a cooking class, or a wine tasting to learn something new. Or you can simply curl up by the fireplace with a book or a board game.
Wider region
The resort is a great base for exploring the West Kootenay region, which offers a variety of attractions and activities for all interests and seasons. You can visit the charming town of Kaslo, which has a rich history of mining, logging, and shipbuilding, and see the SS Moyie, the oldest intact passenger sternwheeler in the world. You can also hike, bike, ski, or snowshoe in the Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park, which has stunning scenery and wildlife. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can go spelunking in the Cody Caves, which have an underground network of limestone formations and fossils. You can also enjoy fishing, boating, kayaking, golfing, or horseback riding in the area.
Kids
The resort is family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages. There are cribs and high chairs available upon request. There are also family rooms and suites that can accommodate up to six people. The restaurant has a kids’ menu and a colouring book. The hot springs have a shallow section for kids to splash around. There are also playgrounds, parks, and beaches nearby.
Getting there
The resort is about an hour’s drive from Nelson, which has a small airport with flights from Vancouver and Calgary. You can rent a car at the airport or take a shuttle service to the resort. Alternatively, you can drive from Vancouver (about 8 hours) or Calgary (about 7 hours) via scenic routes.
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- Solar powered or renewable energy
- Employs local people
- Local or organic food
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- Preservation of cultural heritage
- Community led or owned
- Respect for culture
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- Spa
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Wifi
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