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Empire Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Skaha Beach

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Courtyard
Exterior detail
Reception
The Empire Motel offers a peaceful garden setting near downtown with free in-room WiFi and a seasonal pool. Kids enjoy a playground, while adults appreciate barbecue grills and attentive staff for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sleeper) | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sleeper)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Kitchenette (Semi) | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, Kitchenette (Semi)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Penticton, Empire Motel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Skaha Beach and Okanagan Lake. Penticton Community Centre and LocoLanding Adventure Park are also worth visiting.
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3495 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, BC, V2A 6G6

What's nearby

  • Skaha Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cascades Casino - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • South Okanagan Events Centre - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Penticton Trade and Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Okanagan Beach - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barley Mill Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Empire Motel

Motel near Skaha Beach
Empire Motel provides a playground and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, electric kettles, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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:

  • A damage deposit of CAD 300 will be collected before check-in.

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

Property is also known as

Empire Motel Penticton
Empire Motel
Empire Penticton
Empire Motel Motel
Empire Motel Penticton
Empire Motel Motel Penticton

Frequently asked questions

Does Empire Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Empire Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Empire Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Empire Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Empire Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Empire Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Skaha Lake and Skaha Beach. Skaha Meadows Golf Course and Ellis Creek Dog Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Empire Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 460 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 460 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 460 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 460 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 460 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Usha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, Estelle is very pleasant and check in/check out was very smooth. Walkable to Skaha Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at this motel. Room is clean, my only complaint was the shower can be slippery, but that's why they provide the anti slip mat to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional. Very well cared for property. Clean rooms. Quick walk to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tejwinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean and staff are friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for families. Picnic area was convenient and being able to BBQ was great. One suggestion would be to add laundry facility, then it would be perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Northspoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean, and the area seemed safe. It's close to shopping, and the beach. Excellent Japanese Fusion restaurant just across the street. Very friendly staff, i was pleasantly surprised when the hostess remembered my name at checkout, despite only meeting her for several minutes at check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable, place was clean, shower pressure excellent. Only warning is that the AC unit is loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and easy walk to Skaha beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Myself and some girlfriends stayed at Empire Motel and were pleasantly surprised with how clean the rooms and the pool/bbq area were. It’s a 5 minute walk to the beach and in a great spot by Skaha. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jameel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for the Penticton car show, there was enough parking for us, clean rooms and comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic retro motel that has been lovingly upgraded with modern comforts. Owner was super nice and we appreciated the attention to details. Our room was comfortable with cold A/C on a hot day. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Stay , Super Clean & Family-Friendly! We had a great time at the Empire Motel! The rooms are newly renovated and spotless, and the owner and staff were so friendly and welcoming. It’s in a great location—just a short walk to the beach, with lots of parking. We loved the pool and BBQ area, perfect for hanging out with family and friends. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cleanest motel that we have ever stayed at. Management is extremely helpful and always available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tansey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good for the price. Bed was comfortable. There was some spider webs in the corners of the bathroom and an issues with the draining of the tub but the staff was friendly. Only recommendation would be an 11am check out time like most other hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outside picnic and barbecue area is big and wonderful. The whole place is very family oriented and quiet at night. Estelle, the owner, has a gift of hospitality and is so welcoming. The beach is only a couple of blocks away
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little motel. Great shared common area by the pool. I book my places by reviews and they didn’t disappoint on this place. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean upon arrival, front desk staff were extremely helpful and even when they could not extend my stay they found me a room at another hotel— great experience and will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great but bring your own pillow if you can!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very friendly staff, a very cute vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Estelle checked us in and was so friendly and helpful! It was a wonderful place to stay, very comfortable, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haitao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet, clean, and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shanda lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quick walk to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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