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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar

2.5 star property
Travelers savor authentic Thai cuisine at The Grand Buddha Bistro, enjoy the lobby fireplace, and appreciate the helpful staff and luggage storage.

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes - SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar (Castlegar)
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Free daily continental breakfast - SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar (Castlegar)
Located near Selkirk College, SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar offers a complimentary continental breakfast. Enjoy Thai cuisine at the on-site Grand Buddha Bistro. The lobby features a cozy fireplace and small library. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor (Shower Only)

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Wonderful
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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
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Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Economy Room, Shower Only, Microwave and Refrigerator, Flat Screen Television

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Flat Screen Television, Desk, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Kitchenette, Flat Screen Television, Desk, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Flat Screen Television, Shower Only, Ground Floor, High Speed Internet Access

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2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Flat Screen Television, Kitchenette, Work Desk, High Speed Internet Access

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2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchenette, Flat Screen Television, Desk, High Speed Internet Access

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Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchenette, Flat Screen Television, Desk, High Speed Internet Access

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2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Flat Screen Television, Microwave and Refrigerator, Conference Area

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2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Flat Screen Television, Desk, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Flat Screen Television, Work Desk, High Speed Internet Access

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King Room-Non-Smoking

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2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Castlegar, SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar is in the city center and near the beach. CPR Station Museum and Doukhobor Discovery Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Castlegar Golf Club and Red Mountain Resort. Kootenay Gallery and Selkirk College are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowshoeing. Visit our Castlegar travel guide
Map
1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, BC, V1N2Y2

What's nearby

  • Kootenay Gallery showing art and outdoor art
    Kootenay Gallery
    1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre which includes heritage architecture
    Doukhobor Discovery Centre
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ski Trail, Red Mountain Resort, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada
    Red Mountain Resort
    31 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Whitewater Ski Resort featuring snow skiing and snow as well as an individual male
    Whitewater Ski Resort
    57 min drive - 48.3 miles
  • Selkirk College
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    11 min walk
  • grateful table
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Thirsty Duck
    6 min drive
  • Lions Head Pub
    6 min drive

About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar

Hotel near Kootenay Gallery
Located close to Selkirk College and Doukhobor Discovery Centre, SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar provides free continental breakfast, a library, and laundry facilities. The on-site Thai cuisine bistro, The Grand Buddha Bistro, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a banquet hall, and a computer station
  • Wedding services, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Grand Buddha Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (2,497 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1981
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of CAD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per stay
  • Breakage deposit: CAD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: CAD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Fireside Castlegar
Fireside Inn Hotel Castlegar
Surestay By Best Castlegar
Fireside Inn Hotel Conference Centre
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar Hotel
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar Castlegar
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar Hotel Castlegar

Frequently asked questions

Is SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of CAD 100 per stay and a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar located?

Located in the heart of Castlegar, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Kootenay Gallery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Doukhobor Discovery Centre and CPR Station Museum. Selkirk College and Castlegar Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 954 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 410 out of 954 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 954 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 954 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 954 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room. Had a great sleep on a new mattress. Friendly staff. Really enjoyed the breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly property! When I said I wasn’t really impressed with my rooms location I was moved to another that had more space and a view of the city! Really good breakfast. Lots of options and amenities within walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Helpful staff, very clean room.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, sufficient ammenities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Descent place. Fairly close to the highway. Overall pretty good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price, complementary breakfast, clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Allyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous. Surfaces in the room needed dusting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

The Surestay is our “ go to hotel” in Castlegar. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are clean and very comfortable and the breakfast has a nice array of tasty options, including hot items like scrambled eggs etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Joanne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Updated rooms , great staff fantastic coffee shop across the street….would stay here again !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very appreciative of the complimentary breakfast. Great variety of options. Clean and good size room. Lots of parking and food options in the area. Great hotel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Friendly staff. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The beds were comfortable and the rooms clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice basic motel, along the highway. It was clean and well maintained but a bit noisy. The Asian restaurant next door was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easily accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, close to amenities. Very friendly and helpful staff !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay every year.Staff is friendly and helpful Free breakfast a bonus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went smooth and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant staff, nice quiet spacious room and good choices at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The only issue is that we stayed 3 nights and they didn’t clean our room until the 3rd day. I had to call to get them to clean it and get fresh towels, etc, all in all it was still very good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy check in. Clean room. Pet friendly. Perfect lay over before going on to the next destination. Simple continental breakfast included, happy to just have a fresh cup of coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean and quiet. The staff was friendly and very helpful. It was nice to have the option of the breakfast on our quick trip through!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Good and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025