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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Kootenay Gallery

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Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Room amenity
Lobby
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.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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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)

Highlights

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

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
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

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
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

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
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

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
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, BC, V1N2Y2

What's nearby

  • Kootenay Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Castlegar Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Selkirk College - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Red Mountain Resort - 38 min drive - 26.8 miles

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Duck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cuisine of India - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪grateful table - ‬4 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 computer station, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Free newspapers, barbecue grills, and concierge services
  • 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

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 at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar?

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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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Castlegar Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 923 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 923 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 923 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 923 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 923 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice central location and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

10/10 Excellent

Clarisse

Liked: Amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and walkable to dining option's.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

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

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

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

Hazel Lai Sim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room, and staff were friendly and helpful. Check in and out were super easy. Pretty good deal with hot breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff.
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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

8/10 Good

Pat

The parking lot was neat , the grounds were well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place , easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Gary

Good and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly! The location is walking distance to restaurants, grocery stores etc. The continental breakfast was fresh and hot. The room was very clean. The only negative was the carpet. I stayed there before and the bottom floor rooms didn’t have carpets so much nicer. The top floor needs some upgrades otherwise it’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were very nice and the
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyril

Liked: Amenities
Cxx
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

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

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