The Vista Inn

2.0 star property
Kamloops motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy a meal with a city view at this restaurant, featuring a counter with fresh ingredients and comfortable dining areas.
Stylish two-story buildings with flat roofs and large windows line a well-manicured area.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.
Relax in a stylish room with two single beds, a desk, and a flat-screen TV, offering a view of the outdoors.
Enjoy a spacious room with a large window offering a view of the outdoors, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable desk area.
Nearby attractions await at The Vista Inn, where modern comforts meet convenience. Unwind with a drink at the bar or savor a meal in the restaurant. With in-room WiFi and laundry facilities nearby, helpful staff are always ready to assist.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Main amenities (8)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$104 nightly
The total price is $121
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Business Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
626 Columbia St W, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1L1

What's nearby

  • Thompson Rivers University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tournament Capital Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Inland Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Aberdeen Mall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • McArthur Island Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Kamloops, BC (YKA) - 20 min drive
  • Kamloops Station - 5 min drive
  • Kamloops North Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tournament Capital Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fox'n Hounds Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Vista Inn

Enjoy your visit to Kamloops with a stay at The Vista Inn. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Nandi's Flavours of India, which serves Indian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Picnic area
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 45-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Nandi's Flavours of India - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

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

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Howard Johnson Hotel Kamloops
Kamloops Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson Inn Kamloops Downtown Hotel Kamloops
Panorama City Centre Inn Kamloops
Panorama City Centre Inn
Panorama City Centre Kamloops
Panorama City Centre
The Vista Inn Motel
The Vista Inn Kamloops
Panorama City Centre Inn
The Vista Inn Motel Kamloops

Frequently asked questions

Does The Vista Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Vista Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Vista Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Vista Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Vista Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Vista Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Vista Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Lake City Casino Kamloops (3-min drive) and Cascades Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Vista Inn and nearby?

The Vista Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The Vista Inn?

Yes, Nandi's Flavours of India offers Indian cuisine.

What's the area around The Vista Inn like?

The Vista Inn is a short 8-minute walk from Thompson Rivers University and 15 minutes' walk from Tournament Capital Centre. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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The Vista Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Bed
View
Location
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Balcony
Breakfast
Coffee

What guests liked

  • The pool was well maintained and a welcome surprise, suitable for kids and a great bonus on a hot day. (6 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and convenient for guests. (4 reviews)
  • Free breakfast was a convenient bonus for guests. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

It was a great place to stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Enjoyable stay
2-night trip

10/10

Clean and comfortable
1-night trip

10/10

Inn is located close by to shopping and restaurants. It has been renovated, so is nice and clean. Check in was quick and everything in the room worked well. A/C was a little noisy, but was tolerable. Would stay here again.
1-night trip

8/10

Staff was friendly. The
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome place for travellers
1-night trip

8/10

Clean, comfortable, safe environment, newly renovated room.
1-night trip

10/10

We arrived in the middle of the night and the staff were so nice and welcoming. It was easy and quick, and it didn't cost much
1-night trip

10/10

The rooms very clean and the beds are super comfortable. Awesome view. It also seems to be very well insulated as one could barely hear outside noises. The kids had fun in the pool
1-night trip

8/10

Over all pretty good. but the check in process take a lots longer than normal, breakfast area too small and not even have a place to sit.
1-night trip

8/10

Nice enough room for the price and location. Had a nice view of the river and sunset. Air conditioner was a bit loud but at least it worked. Compared to other hotels in the area this was the cream of the crop.
1-night trip

10/10

The Vista Inn was clean, modern and conveniently located near where we needed to be.
1-night trip

10/10

The staff we very friendly. Looks like updated hotel. Nice clean rooms AC noisy
4-night trip

10/10

The room was exactly as advertised - very comfortable, and quiet - staff was friendly and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

The Vista Inn is a great place to stay. The rooms are very clean and updated and the views of kamloops are amazing. The staff are very friendly and helpfull, location is really good with lots of shopping and food options around, and we cant wait to stay here again.
1-night trip

10/10

Vista inn was a great hotel. The view was great, the room was large and very clean - recently renovated. It was quiet while we were there and we would stay again if passing through.
1-night trip

8/10

Liked the view from the balcony over by the river
3-night trip

10/10

Very friendly staff and the fact it's PET friendly.
1-night trip

10/10

The service level and genuine interest in our travels and background was beyond that experienced at any other accommodation on our one month long stay in Canada.
2-night trip

10/10

good
1-night trip

6/10

Staff person who checked us in was unfriendly. She took a phone call and then left without giving us a room key. Her co worker had to finish the check in. There is an Indian restaurant on the property. The strong smell of curry in our room was a bit overpowering. Would not stay here again.
1-night trip

8/10

A pleasant surprise. Quiet room with fun decor. Breakfast is just a bite but enough to get you back o the road. Helpful staff. Hotel is right beside the City's view point so aptly named.
1-night trip

10/10

Newly renovated, new air conditioner mounted on wall. Two levels, no elevator. New towels and linen. Expresso coffee maker, didn't like that.
3-night trip

8/10

Friendly staff clean remodeled and reasonable rates
1-night trip

2/10

Why was the pool closed? It is a long weekend !
2-night trip