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.
Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort

- Room Capacity: Up to 2, Up to 4, Up to 8
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.
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.
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.
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.



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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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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.