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The Vista Inn

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A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and chair. There is a window with a view of the city. - The Vista Inn (Kamloops)
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a white tiled backsplash, and a microwave. - The Vista Inn (Kamloops)
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a red chair, a wooden dining table, and a grey coffee table. - The Vista Inn (Kamloops)
A modern office space with a reception desk, multiple computer monitors, and seating areas. - The Vista Inn (Kamloops)
A bedroom with a bed, a small refrigerator, a desk, and a window with a view of the outdoors. - The Vista Inn (Kamloops)
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar at The Vista Inn. The on-site Indian cuisine restaurant, Nandi's Flavours of India, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(104 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a red chair, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a mountain.

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Business Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a small desk.

Business Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a small seating area.

Exclusive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Signature Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

West End, a neighborhood in Kamloops, is home to The Vista Inn. Paul Lake Provincial Park and McConnell Lake Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Canada Games Aquatic Centre and Sunmore Ginseng Factory. Big Little Science Centre and Old Courthouse are also worth visiting. Visit our Kamloops travel guide
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626 Columbia St W, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1L1

What's nearby

  • A bridge over a river, a highway, and a mountainous landscape.
    Thompson Rivers University
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A sign for Kamloops Tournament Capital Centre at 910 McGill Road.
    Tournament Capital Centre
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A calm lake with a bridge and mountains in the background.
    Riverside Park
    3 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Kamloops City Hall
    4 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Sandman Centre
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kamloops Station
    5 min drive
  • Kamloops, BC (YKA)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    17 min walk
  • Bold Pizzeria
    8 min walk
  • Wendy's
    6 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    7 min walk
  • Earls Restaurant
    13 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nandi's Flavours of India

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - August 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
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 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 29 to May 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 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

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 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Vista Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 29 to May 15.

Is The Vista Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Vista Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Vista Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Vista Inn located?

Located in West End, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Sahali Centre Mall and Thompson Rivers University. Summit Shopping Centre and Canada Games Aquatic Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Vista Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1075 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and helpful staff, excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sandra

Nice location and view. Accommodation was adequate for a quick stay in Kamloops.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the comfy beds, clean bathroom, and included breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to a nice overlook of the city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as advertised. Clean and good helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would come back to this location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sarah

Room was clean and in good condition. Bathroom not so much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erna Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just right. Easy access to rooms and affordable. Good coffee in the rooms. Great Indian restaurant on the grounds. Close proximity to hospital and shopping. Would stay again. This was our second stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated room was very clean. The kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really appreciate the grab and go breakfast. Made it so convenient amd fast to grab breakfast and eat on our drive to Banff. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Might work on cleanliness but overall great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Afifa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved their outdoor pool.I booked for 6 people and really liked separated room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff, nice view and a lovely pool. Had a standard breakfast but my daughter loved it, pancake maker was fun. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Destiny

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Staff was amazing and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room with nice views from the balcony. Happy with our stay, only one minor complaint was that there was a small blood stain in the corner of the bedsheet. The staff offered to replace the sheet, but since we were leaving the next day we decided to just leave it as is.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location from Hwy 1 is excellent. Check in was easy, weather was great, room was nice and our river view was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marielle Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is decent…bed is comfy as well, downside is the AC is loud. Staff are friendly. They have a grab and go breakfast in there lobby. You can heat also your food in the lobby they have microwave. The place is walkable to the necessity you need. Restaurant, coffee shop, grocery store.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean. Staff were very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good; Continental Breaky was OK, Great coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view from our room. Room was clean. Breakfast was adequate. The swimming pool was not very inviting. It didn’t seem to be very clean . It was been used by several young men related to the owner and did not appear to be available to guests.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and quiet. Beds comfortable. Breakfast space was too small and cramped. Very little space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and friendly. For the price it was great and close to stores and a Tim Hortons.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Boxuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was super nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026